Uttara Kannada District Court Recruitment 2026 – 78 Process Server & Peon Posts
The Principal District & Sessions Court, Uttara Kannada, Karwar has released Notification No. 1/2026 for recruitment to Process Server and Peon posts. A total of 78 vacancies are available. Eligible candidates can apply online from 17 August 2026 to 16 September 2026.
📢 Uttara Kannada District Court Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Principal District & Sessions Court, Uttara Kannada, Karwar |
| Notification No. | 1/2026 |
| Notification Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Job Location | Uttara Kannada, Karnataka |
| Total Vacancies | 78 Posts |
| Process Server | 13 Posts |
| Peon | 65 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 September 2026 |
| Official Website | Uttara Kannada District Court |
The vacancy details in the official notification show 13 Process Server posts and 65 Peon posts.
🎯 Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Process Server | 13 | SSLC / equivalent |
| Peon | 65 | SSLC / equivalent |
| Total | 78 | — |
Process Server – 13 Posts
Candidates applying for the Process Server post must have passed SSLC or an equivalent qualification. Candidates possessing a valid LMV/HMV driving licence will be given preference, according to the notification.
Peon – 65 Posts
Candidates applying for the Peon post must have passed SSLC or equivalent qualification and must be able to read and write Kannada.
💰 Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Process Server | ₹31,775 – ₹61,300 |
| Peon | ₹27,000 – ₹46,675 |
The above are the pay scales stated in the official recruitment notification.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Process Server:
- SSLC pass or equivalent qualification.
- Valid LMV/HMV driving licence holders will receive preference.
Peon:
- SSLC pass or equivalent qualification.
- Knowledge of reading and writing Kannada is required.
🎂 Age Limit
Candidates must have completed 18 years as on the last date of application.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 40 years |
| Category IIA / IIB / IIIA / IIIB | 43 years |
| SC / ST / Category-I | 45 years |
The notification also provides additional age relaxations for certain eligible categories, including ex-servicemen, persons with disabilities and widows.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | ₹300 |
| Category IIA, IIB, IIIA, IIIB | ₹150 |
| SC / ST / Category-I | No Fee |
| Eligible PwD Candidates | No Fee |
The fee must be paid online through the prescribed SBI payment facility.
📝 Selection Process
The selection process includes shortlisting based on educational marks followed by an interview.
Process Server
Candidates are shortlisted for interview based on their percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, generally in a 1:25 ratio for the notified vacancies. The interview carries 10 marks.
Peon
Candidates are shortlisted based on SSLC marks, generally in a 1:10 ratio for the notified vacancies. The interview carries 10 marks.
Final selection is based on the marks obtained in the interview as prescribed under the applicable Karnataka subordinate court recruitment rules.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 17 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 16 September 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 17 September 2026, 11:59 PM |
📄 Documents Required
Candidates should keep the necessary documents ready while applying, including:
- SSLC marks card / equivalent qualification certificate
- Date-of-birth proof
- Caste/category certificate, where applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Ex-serviceman certificate, where applicable
- Rural candidate certificate, where applicable
- Valid identity proof
- Other documents requested by the online application portal
The notification states that required documents/certificates must be uploaded during the online application process and original documents must be produced during document verification.
⚠️ Important Instructions
Candidates should carefully enter their mobile number and email address because recruitment-related communication may be sent to the details provided in the online application. Incomplete applications can be rejected.
Candidates should also read the complete official notification before submitting the application.
🔗 Official Notification
Download Uttara Kannada District Court Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
https://uttarakannada.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment
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