Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026: Apply for 169 Posts

📅 Posted: 28/04/2026 📝 Updated: 26/05/2026

Total Vacancy169

SalaryAs per Karnataka Minimum Wage (Notified periodically by Labour Dept.) [ESI & PF Benefits Included]

LocationKarnataka

Last Date30/05/2026

Short Information: The Office of the District Collector, Chikkaballapur (Jilla Nagarabhivrudhi Kosha) has announced recruitment of 169 Pourakarmika (Sanitation Worker) posts across 4 Urban Local Bodies — Nagarasabhe Chikkaballapur (28 posts), Nagarasabhe Chintamani (59 posts), Nagarasabhe Shidlaghatta (36 posts), and Nagarasabhe Gouribidanur (46 posts) — in Chikkaballapur District, Karnataka.

This recruitment is for Nera Pavathi (Direct) Pourakarmika posts — that is, candidates will be engaged directly on a daily-wage basis for sanitation and solid waste management work. The job involves sweeping, cleaning, garbage collection, UGD/health duties, public toilet maintenance, and zero-waste management activities across these town areas.

Salary will be paid as per the Karnataka Labour Department minimum wage rates, revised periodically. Selected workers are also entitled to ESI (Employee State Insurance) and PF (Provident Fund) benefits.

Priority is given to candidates who have previously worked as Pourakarmika in these ULBs on outsourcing/daily/contract basis. Applications in the prescribed format must be submitted to the respective Nagarasabhe offices between 01 May 2026 and 30 May 2026. Minimum age is 18 years; maximum age is 50 years for General category. Knowledge of Kannada language is mandatory.

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Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	28/04/2026
Application Begin	01/05/2026
Last Date to Apply	30/05/2026

Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

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Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026: Apply for 169 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: Minimum 18 Years — Maximum 50 Years (General/UR) as on last date of application

(SC / ST / OBC: Age relaxation as per Karnataka Government rules, Ex-Servicemen: As per Karnataka Government orders, PwD (Persons with Disability): As per Karnataka Government orders)

Nagarasabhe (ULB)	Sanctioned Strength (2024)	Khaayo (Permanent) Vacant	Nera Pavathi (Daily Wage) Vacant	OTK Vacant	Posts to Fill (Nera Pavathi Direct)
Nagarasabhe, Chikkaballapur	117	38	30	68	28
Nagarasabhe, Chintamani	165	42	24	66	59
Nagarasabhe, Shidlaghatta	103	38	16	54	36
Nagarasabhe, Gouribidanur	100	42	4	46	46
Total Vacancy	485	160		234	169
Note: All 169 posts are for direct (Nera Pavathi) Pourakarmika engagement. The sanctioned strength and existing working figures are provided for reference. Applications must be submitted to the respective Nagarasabhe office.

Recruitment Table: SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities Act) — Reserved Posts

Category	Reserved Posts
SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities Act) Identified Families or Family Members	~10 (approx. 10% of total)
Note:Under the Manual Scavengers Rehabilitation Act and SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 10% of posts (approximately 10 posts across all 4 ULBs) are reserved for identified SC/ST families. Eligible candidates from these families will be given Priority 4 in the selection process.

Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Must be able to speak Kannada language (mandatory requirement).
Minimum age: 18 years. Maximum age: 50 years for General (UR) category as on the last date of application (30/05/2026).
Must be physically fit and healthy. A medical fitness certificate from a qualified doctor is required.
Must not be working in any other government job simultaneously while engaged as Pourakarmika.
Must not be suffering from any disease or physical condition that would prevent performing sanitation/cleaning duties.
Selected candidates must submit a Notary Affidavit before joining as a condition of engagement.
Candidates currently working as Pourakarmika in these ULBs on outsourcing/daily-wage/contract basis and who have ESI/PF records or official attendance proof will get first preference.
Family member (one per family) of a Pourakarmika who died due to COVID-19 while on duty in these ULBs will get second preference.
Candidates who have worked for minimum 1 year as Pourakarmika in any district ULB in roles such as Loader, UGD Health, Cleaner, Sanitation, Solid Waste Management, Public Toilet Management, or Zero Waste Management — with ESI/PF proof or attendance record — will get third preference.
Government employees (central or state) who apply must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department. Such candidates must also submit a Notary Affidavit that they will not claim any benefit or demand regularization based on this engagement.

Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Pourakarmika (Nera Pavathi / Direct Daily Wage)	As per Karnataka Labour Department Minimum Wage (Revised periodically). ESI and PF benefits applicable.

Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

No Written Examination — Selection is based on application review and priority category as specified in the notification.
Priority 1 (First Preference): Candidates who have previously worked as Pourakarmika in these specific ULBs on outsourcing/daily-wage/contract basis. Proof required: ESI/PF slips, salary slips, or official attendance records.
Priority 2 (Second Preference): One family member of a Pourakarmika who died due to COVID-19 while on duty in these district ULBs.
Priority 3 (Third Preference): Candidates who have worked for minimum 1 year as Pourakarmika in any ULB in Chikkaballapur district in roles such as Loader, UGD Health, Cleaner, Sanitation, Solid Waste, Public Toilet, or Zero Waste management (ESI/PF or attendance proof required).
Priority 4 (Fourth Preference — Reserved): Under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act / Manual Scavengers Rehabilitation Act, approximately 10% posts (around 10 posts) are reserved for identified SC/ST families or their members.
Priority 5 (Remaining Posts): After filling the above categories, remaining vacant posts will be filled from other eligible candidates.
Note: After all priority-1 to priority-4 candidates are accommodated, if eligible candidates from these categories are not available, remaining posts will be opened to other applicants. Competent authority's decision shall be final on category determination.

Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026How to Apply

Download the prescribed application form from the respective Nagarasabhe website (see ULB-wise links in the extra sections).
Fill the application form completely and accurately.
Attach all relevant self-attested supporting documents — especially ESI/PF payment slips, salary slips, or official attendance records proving prior Pourakarmika service (if applicable for Priority 1, 2, or 3).
Submit the duly filled application form with all enclosures to the respective Nagarasabhe office (Chikkaballapur / Chintamani / Shidlaghatta / Gouribidanur) based on which ULB you wish to apply for.
Applications must reach the Nagarasabhe office between 01/05/2026 and 30/05/2026.
For complete terms, conditions, and prescribed application format, visit the official website of the respective Nagarasabhe.
Note: A Notary Affidavit will be required from all selected candidates before joining. Prepare this document in advance after selection.

Recruitment Note: About Chikkaballapur District and Urban Local Bodies

Chikkaballapur is a district in the southeastern part of Karnataka, located approximately 60 km north of Bengaluru. The district was carved out of Kolar district in 2007 and encompasses several urban and rural areas. The Jilla Nagarabhivrudhi Kosha (District Urban Development Authority) under the Office of the District Collector oversees urban development and municipal governance across the district. The four Urban Local Bodies (Nagarasabhe) covered under this recruitment — Chikkaballapur, Chintamani, Shidlaghatta, and Gouribidanur — are Class C municipalities responsible for civic services including water supply, solid waste management, sanitation, drainage, roads, and street lighting for their respective town populations. Together these four ULBs serve a combined urban population of several lakh residents and maintain critical public health infrastructure under the Karnataka Municipal Corporations Act and Karnataka Municipalities Act.

Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Pourakarmika (Sanitation Worker)

A Pourakarmika is a frontline sanitation worker employed by Urban Local Bodies (Nagarasabhe) under the Karnataka government to maintain public cleanliness and solid waste management in urban areas. The daily work involves early morning sweeping of assigned streets and public spaces, door-to-door collection of household and commercial garbage, segregation of dry and wet waste, cleaning and maintenance of public toilets, UGD (Underground Drainage) maintenance, and transporting collected waste to designated processing facilities. Pourakarmika workers operate under the supervision of Health Inspectors and Sanitation Supervisors of the Nagarasabhe. They are required to report for duty on all working days (including Sundays in rotation) and are not permitted to take up any other employment or office work simultaneously. The role is physically demanding, requiring outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary

Pourakarmika engaged under these ULBs are entitled to several statutory benefits: ESI (Employee State Insurance) coverage provides medical treatment and hospitalization benefits for the worker and dependents at ESI hospitals; PF (Provident Fund) deductions provide long-term savings and retirement security. Salary is paid as per the Karnataka Labour Department minimum wage rates, which are revised periodically. Workers are also entitled to paid leave as per applicable rules. In the unfortunate event of death while on duty (as seen during the COVID-19 period), the family of the deceased Pourakarmika is given priority in future recruitment — a compassionate appointment provision. Uniform and sanitation equipment/tools are typically provided by the respective Nagarasabhe.

Recruitment Note: Terms of Engagement — Important Conditions

Selected Pourakarmika will be engaged on a daily-wage (Nera Pavathi) basis. Key service conditions include: (1) Pay will be fixed as per Karnataka minimum wage orders and revised periodically as notified; (2) Workers engaged on daily-wage basis are not entitled to any permanent/gazetted government service benefits, sympathetic appointment, pension, or canteen facilities during the engagement period; (3) Workers must perform only sanitation duties — no other government office work or private employment is permitted simultaneously; (4) Workers engaged outside normal hours will not be entitled to any extra allowances; (5) If a worker is found negligent or absent without notice or receives a complaint from a senior officer or elected representative, they can be terminated from duty without prior notice; (6) Workers who are government employees and have applied for this post must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department and must also provide a Notary Affidavit committing that they will not claim regularization or any other benefit based on this engagement.

Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Apply — Nagarasabhe Chikkaballapur Application Window: 01/05/2026 to 30/05/2026	Click Here ↗
Apply — Nagarasabhe Chintamani Application Window: 01/05/2026 to 30/05/2026	Click Here ↗
Apply — Nagarasabhe Shidlaghatta Application Window: 01/05/2026 to 30/05/2026	Click Here ↗
Apply — Nagarasabhe Gouribidanur Application Window: 01/05/2026 to 30/05/2026	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. JINAKO/CHIKSI(2)/CR/384/2025-26	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

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Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	Chikkaballapur District
Post Name	Pourakarmika (Sanitation Worker)
Total Vacancy	169
Salary	As per Karnataka Minimum Wage (Notified periodically by Labour Dept.) [ESI & PF Benefits Included]
Job Location	Karnataka
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	30/05/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

Most candidates miss this: Priority is given in a strict order — those who previously worked in these exact ULBs on outsourcing/daily/contract basis get first preference, but you MUST prove it with ESI/PF slips, salary slips, or official attendance records. If you have worked as Pourakarmika in any Chikkaballapur district ULB for at least 1 year in roles like Loader, UGD Health, Cleaner, or Solid Waste management, you qualify for Priority 3 as well. When submitting your application, attach all such proof upfront — applications without supporting documents will be weaker in merit ranking. Also note: a Notary Affidavit is mandatory from all selected candidates before joining — prepare this in advance to avoid last-minute delays.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the salary for Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika 2026? ▼

Ans: The salary for Pourakarmika is paid as per the Karnataka Labour Department's minimum wage rates, which are revised periodically. While the exact figure is not specified in the notification, Karnataka ULB Pourakarmika typically receive approximately ₹12,000 to ₹15,000 per month depending on the revision in effect. In addition, ESI (medical insurance) and PF (provident fund) contributions are also made, adding to the effective compensation package.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply for Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika 2026? ▼

Ans: The last date to submit the application form is 30 May 2026. Applications can be submitted from 01 May 2026 onwards. The application must be submitted in person or by post to the respective Nagarasabhe office — Chikkaballapur, Chintamani, Shidlaghatta, or Gouribidanur — depending on which ULB you are applying to. Late applications will not be accepted.

Q.3 Is there any written exam or negative marking for Pourakarmika recruitment? ▼

Ans: No. There is no written examination for this Pourakarmika recruitment. Selection is entirely based on prior work experience, documentary proof (ESI/PF slips, salary slips, attendance records), and the priority category system defined in the notification. Since there is no exam, there is no negative marking. Medical fitness verification is, however, mandatory for all selected candidates.

Q.4 What is the age limit for Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika 2026? ▼

Ans: The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age for General (UR) category candidates is 50 years as on the last date of application (30/05/2026). Age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, and other reserved categories will apply as per Karnataka Government rules. Candidates should verify the exact relaxation applicable to their category with the respective Nagarasabhe office.

Q.5 How to download the Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: The official notification (Ref No. JINAKO/CHIKSI(2)/CR/384/2025-26 dated 28/04/2026) has been issued by the Office of the District Collector, Chikkaballapur. It can be accessed from the official websites of the four ULBs: chikkaballapurcity.mrc.gov.in, chintamanicity.mrc.gov.in, shidlaghattacity.mrc.gov.in, and gowribidanurcity.mrc.gov.in. You can also access the direct notification link from this TopOnlineForm.com page.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for Pourakarmika? ▼

Ans: No specific educational qualification (like 10th pass) has been mandated in this notification. The primary requirement is that the candidate must be able to speak Kannada, must be at least 18 years of age, and must be physically fit. Priority is given to candidates with prior Pourakarmika work experience in these ULBs — demonstrated through ESI/PF records, salary slips, or official attendance documentation.

Q.7 What is the selection process for Chikkaballapur Pourakarmika 2026? ▼

Ans: There is no written exam. Selection follows a priority-based system: Priority 1 goes to candidates who have previously worked in these ULBs as Pourakarmika on outsourcing/daily-wage/contract basis (ESI/PF or attendance proof required). Priority 2 is for family members of Pourakarmika who died of COVID-19 on duty. Priority 3 covers those with minimum 1 year experience in any district ULB. Priority 4 reserves approximately 10% posts for SC/ST families under the Atrocities Act. Remaining posts go to other eligible applicants.

Q.8 Is the Pourakarmika post a permanent government job? ▼

Ans: No. This recruitment is specifically for Nera Pavathi (daily-wage) Pourakarmika engagement — it is a contractual daily-wage role, not a permanent government post. The notification explicitly states that selected candidates will not be entitled to permanent job benefits, pension, sympathetic appointment, or canteen facilities. A Notary Affidavit to this effect is mandatory from all selected candidates before joining. However, ESI and PF benefits are provided during the engagement period.