The Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural, has announced 86 vacancies across four posts: Peon (36), Process Server (24), Typist-Copyist (18) and Typist (8). Online applications open on 7 October 2026 and close at 11:59 PM on 6 November 2026.
This is one of the larger court recruitment drives in Karnataka this year. Peon and Process Server posts need only an SSLC pass, while the Typist and Typist-Copyist posts need 2nd PUC plus a typewriting certificate. There is no written exam for any post: shortlisting is based on qualifying-exam marks, followed by an interview (and a typing skill test for the typist posts).
The four notifications (ADM/133/2026 to ADM/136/2026) were issued on 30 September 2026. Below, we break down vacancies, salary, eligibility, fees, the selection process and the exact steps to apply.
Recruitment overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Principal District & Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District |
| Office address | City Civil Courts Complex, Bengaluru – 560009 |
| Posts | Peon, Process Server, Typist-Copyist, Typist |
| Total vacancies | 86 |
| Notification numbers | ADM/133/2026, ADM/134/2026, ADM/135/2026, ADM/136/2026 |
| Job location | Bengaluru Rural District, Karnataka |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Selection | Merit shortlist + interview (skill test for typist posts) |
| Official website | bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | 30 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 7 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 6 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last date to pay fee | 6 November 2026 |
| Skill test / interview | To be announced on the court website |
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Post-wise vacancies and salary
Peon has the most openings (36), while Typist and Typist-Copyist carry the highest pay scale, starting at Rs. 34,100.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Peon (Jawan) | 36 | 27,000 – 46,675 |
| Process Server (Adesha Jarikar) | 24 | 31,775 – 61,300 |
| Typist-Copyist | 18 | 34,100 – 67,600 |
| Typist | 8 (2 backlog + 6 new) | 34,100 – 67,600 |
| Total | 86 |
Selected candidates come under the National Pension System (NPS) and serve a 2-year probation under the Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977.
Category-wise vacancy distribution
| Category | Peon | Process Server | Typist-Copyist | Typist (new) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC (Group A) | 2 | 1 | 1 | – |
| SC (Group B) | 2 | 1 | 1 | – |
| SC (Group C) | 1 | 1 | 1 | – |
| SC (combined) | – | – | – | 1 |
| ST | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Category-1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Category 2A | 6 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Category 2B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Category 3A | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Category 3B | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| General Merit | 18 | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Total | 36 | 24 | 18 | 6 |
A few points worth noting:
- Typist backlog posts: the 2 backlog Typist posts (1 SC, 1 Category 2A) are reserved for visually impaired candidates.
- PwD reservation: Peon has 1 General Merit post for locomotor disability; Process Server has 2 posts (General Merit and 2A) and Typist-Copyist has 1 General Merit post, all for blindness/low vision.
- SC Group C: the post is reserved for candidates from the 59 most backward castes in that group; other Group C castes are considered only if none are available.
- Horizontal reservation: each category also has seats for women, rural, ex-servicemen, Kannada medium, project-displaced and transgender candidates, as per the official tables.
Educational qualification
| Post | Required qualification |
|---|---|
| Peon | SSLC (10th) pass or equivalent; must be able to read and write Kannada |
| Process Server | SSLC (10th) pass or equivalent; preference to holders of an HMV/LMV driving licence |
| Typist-Copyist | 2nd PUC or 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice; Junior Grade Kannada and English typewriting (Dept. of Public Instruction) or equivalent; computer knowledge |
| Typist | 2nd PUC or 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice; Senior Grade Kannada and English typewriting (Dept. of Public Instruction) or equivalent; computer knowledge |
The key difference between the two typing posts is the typewriting grade: Typist-Copyist needs Junior Grade, while Typist needs Senior Grade.
Age limit (as on 6 November 2026)
The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age includes a one-time 5-year relaxation granted under Government Order DPAR 262 SeNeNi 2025 dated 29.01.2026.
| Category | Normal upper limit | With one-time relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General Merit | 35 years | 40 years |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | 38 years | 43 years |
| SC, ST, Category-1 | 40 years | 45 years |
Government employees, widows, ex-servicemen and persons with disabilities get further age relaxation under the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977.
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit | Rs. 200 |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | Rs. 100 |
| SC, ST, Category-1, PwD | Exempted |
The fee is paid only through SBI Collect via the link on the court website (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI ID or QR code). Demand drafts, postal orders, money orders and challans are not accepted. You must e-verify the payment right after paying; applications without the fee are rejected.
Selection process
No written exam is held for any of these posts. The process differs between the SSLC-level and the typing posts.
Peon and Process Server
- A merit list is drawn up from the percentage of total marks in SSLC (or equivalent).
- Candidates are called for interview, category-wise: 1:10 for Peon and 1:25 for Process Server.
- The interview carries 10 marks, and the final selection list is prepared on the basis of interview marks.
- If marks tie, the older candidate is ranked higher.
Typist and Typist-Copyist
- Skill test: a 15-minute dictation in Kannada and in English, typed on a computer with typewriter-style keyboard software.
- Each language test carries 100 marks; a minimum of 50 in each is needed to pass.
- Candidates are shortlisted at 1:5 per post, based on qualifying-exam percentage plus skill-test marks.
- The interview carries marks equal to 5% of the skill test’s maximum.
- The final list is based on qualifying-exam percentage + skill-test percentage + interview marks.
During probation, Typist and Typist-Copyist appointees must also pass the departmental exams, the Kannada language exam and the computer literacy test.
How to apply online for Bengaluru Rural District Court Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official portal: bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment.
- Choose the post (Peon, Process Server, Typist-Copyist or Typist) and open the online form.
- Enter a valid mobile number and email ID; all updates are sent by SMS and email.
- Fill in personal details, category, reservation claims and qualifying-exam marks (maximum and obtained).
- Upload a recent passport-size colour photo (white background, unsigned, JPG, max 50 KB).
- Upload your signature in black ballpoint pen on white paper (JPG, max 25 KB).
- Pay the fee through SBI Collect and e-verify the payment immediately.
- Check every detail, submit, and download the application and fee receipt.
Documents to keep ready for verification
- Printout of the online application and fee receipt
- SSLC marks card or birth certificate (date of birth proof)
- Qualification marks cards: SSLC for Peon/Process Server; PUC or diploma plus Junior/Senior Grade typewriting certificates for typist posts
- Caste and income certificate from the Tahsildar (Form D for SC/ST, Form E for Category-1, Form F for 2A/2B/3A/3B), plus SC sub-group certificate where applicable
- Rural reservation certificate (Form 2, countersigned by the Block Education Officer; General candidates also need Form 1)
- Disability medical certificate in the prescribed format, ex-servicemen discharge certificate, or age-relaxation certificates if claimed
- Two character certificates from respectable persons and one from the last institution attended (issued within 6 months)
- Original photo ID: Voter ID, Aadhaar, Driving Licence, PAN or Passport
All certificates must be valid on the last date of application, 6 November 2026.
Tips to avoid rejection
- Convert grades to marks: if your marks card shows grade points, get a marks-converted card from the board and enter marks, not grades.
- Apply once: if you submit more than one application, only the last one is considered; claim every reservation in that single form.
- Details are final: date of birth, qualification and reservation entered in the form cannot be changed later.
- Diploma marks: typist-post candidates with a Diploma in Commercial Practice should enter the correct year/semester marks.
- Don’t wait for a letter: admit cards and interview schedules are only published on the website; nothing is posted to you.
Official Notice PDF Here
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in Bengaluru Rural District Court Recruitment 2026? There are 86 posts: 36 Peon, 24 Process Server, 18 Typist-Copyist and 8 Typist.
What is the last date to apply? The last date for both application and fee payment is 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
Is there a written exam? No. Peon and Process Server selection is through a merit shortlist and interview; typist posts add a computer typing skill test.
What is the qualification for Bengaluru Rural Court Peon jobs? An SSLC (10th) pass with the ability to read and write Kannada.
What is the salary of a Typist-Copyist in Bengaluru Rural District Court? The pay scale is Rs. 34,100 – 67,600, the same as the Typist post.
Can candidates from outside Bengaluru Rural apply? The notification sets no district domicile condition, but Kannada proficiency is required, and Karnataka caste and rural reservation certificates are needed to claim reservation.