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City Civil Court Bengaluru Recruitment 2026: Apply for 22 Posts Stenographer, Typist, Driver, Process Server, Peon

📅 Posted: 24/06/2026 📝 Updated: 27/06/2026
Total Vacancy22
SalaryPeon ₹27,000 | Process Server ₹31,775 | Typist/Driver ₹34,100 | Steno Gr-III ₹44,425 [Starting Basic Pay]
LocationKarnataka
Last Date30/07/2026

Short Information: City Civil Court, Bengaluru has released a separate notification for 22 vacancies exclusively under the Kalyana Karnataka Region (371-J Local Cadre) — covering Stenographer Grade-III (6 posts), Typist (7 posts), Driver (1 post), Process Server (1 post), and Peon (7 posts). This notification (Advt No. ADM-I(A)/429/2026) is specifically meant for candidates eligible under Article 371-J of the Constitution, which reserves posts for local cadre candidates from the Kalyana Karnataka region (Bidar, Kalaburgi, Yadagiri, Raichur, Koppal, Vijayanagara and Ballari districts).

Salary scales are post-wise: Stenographer Grade-III starts at ₹44,425/month (scale up to ₹83,700) — the highest among these posts. Typist and Driver share the same scale starting at ₹34,100/month. Process Server starts at ₹31,775/month, and Peon at ₹27,000/month.

Key qualifications: Steno Grade-III requires PUC/12th + Senior Typing + Senior Shorthand in Kannada & English. Typist requires PUC + Senior Typewriting in Kannada & English. Driver and Process Server need SSLC (10th pass). Peon needs 10th pass + Kannada reading/writing ability.

Age limit: 18–40 years (GM), 18–43 years (OBC), 18–45 years (SC/ST/Cat-I) as on 30 July 2026. Online applications open from 01 July 2026 to 30 July 2026 by 11:59 PM.

City Civil Court Bengaluru Steno Typist and more Posts Online Form 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released24/06/2026
Application Begin01/07/2026
Last Date to Apply Online30/07/2026 (11:59 PM)
Fee Payment Last Date (Online)30/07/2026 (11:59 PM)
Skill Test / Interview DateTo be notified

City Civil Court Bengaluru Steno Typist and more Posts Online Form 2026 2026Application Fee

General Merit (GM)₹300
Category-IIA / IIB / IIIA / IIIB (OBC)₹150
SC / ST / Category-I / PwBD₹0
Payment: Online via SBI Collect (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card) — in name of 'Registrar, City Civil Court, Bengaluru' only

City Civil Court Bengaluru Recruitment 2026: Apply for 22 Posts Stenographer, Typist, Driver, Process Server, PeonVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 18–40 Years (GM) | 18–43 Years (Cat-IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB) | 18–45 Years (SC/ST/Cat-I) as on 30/07/2026

(Category-IIA / IIB / IIIA / IIIB (OBC): Max 43 Years, SC / ST / Category-I: Max 45 Years, Government Servants: Upper age + service years (max 10 years relaxation), Ex-Servicemen: 3 Years + actual military service period, PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability): + 10 Years, Widows: + 10 Years, One-time additional 5 years relaxation per Government Order dated 29/01/2026)

Post NameTotal PostsVacancy TypeEligibility
Stenographer Grade-III65 Backlog + 1 FreshPUC (12th) / 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice + Senior Typing & Senior Shorthand in Kannada & English.
Typist71 Backlog + 6 FreshPUC (12th) / 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice + Senior Typewriting in Kannada & English.
Driver11 FreshSSLC (10th Pass) + Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
Process Server11 FreshSSLC (10th Pass). Preference to candidates with Driving Licence.
Peon77 Fresh10th Standard pass + Must read and write Kannada.
Total Vacancy22
Note: This notification is EXCLUSIVELY for 371-J Local Cadre (Kalyana Karnataka Region) candidates from Bidar, Kalaburgi, Yadagiri, Raichur, Koppal, Vijayanagara and Ballari districts. Appointments subject to HC Karnataka WP No. 200448/2025, 17968/2025 & 3145/2023.

Recruitment Table: Stenographer Grade-III — Backlog Vacancies (5 Posts)

CategoryURPWBDTotal
SC101
ST101
Cat-I101
Cat-IIA101
GM (PwBD)011
Total415
Note:4th point: *Blindness & Low Vision (PwBD).

Recruitment Table: Stenographer Grade-III — Fresh Vacancy (1 Post)

CategoryWomenTotal
SC (Women)11
Total11

Recruitment Table: Typist — Backlog Vacancy (1 Post)

CategoryPWBDTotal
GM (PwBD)11
Total11
Note:4th point: *Blindness & Low Vision (PwBD).

Recruitment Table: Typist — Fresh Vacancies (6 Posts)

CategoryURWomanRuralTotal
GM1113
SC0011
Cat-IIA0101
Cat-IIB1001
Total2226

Recruitment Table: Driver — Fresh Vacancy (1 Post)

CategoryURTotal
SC11
Total11

Recruitment Table: Process Server — Fresh Vacancy (1 Post)

CategoryURTotal
Cat-I11
Total11

Recruitment Table: Peon — Fresh Vacancies (7 Posts)

CategoryWomenRuralP D PTotal
GM2114
SC0101
Cat-I1001
Cat-IIB1001
Total4217

City Civil Court Bengaluru Steno Typist and more Posts Online Form 2026Eligibility Criteria

  • This notification is EXCLUSIVELY for 371-J Local Cadre (Kalyana Karnataka Region) candidates — must possess valid 371-J Eligibility Certificate.
  • Stenographer Grade-III: (a) PUC (12th) or 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice or equivalent. (b) Must have passed Senior Typewriting AND Senior Shorthand in both Kannada and English conducted by Dept. of Public Instruction or Diploma in Commercial Practice equivalent.
  • Typist: (a) PUC (12th) or 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice or equivalent. (b) Must have passed Senior Typewriting in both Kannada and English or Diploma in Secretarial Practice equivalent.
  • Driver: (a) SSLC (10th) pass or equivalent. (b) Must possess valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
  • Process Server: (a) SSLC (10th) pass or equivalent. (b) Preference to candidates possessing Driving Licence.
  • Peon: (a) 10th Standard pass or equivalent. (b) Must be able to read and write Kannada.
  • Age (as on 30/07/2026): Minimum 18 years. Maximum: GM — 40 years; Cat-IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB — 43 years; SC/ST/Cat-I — 45 years.
  • Additional age relaxations: PwBD +10 years; Widows +10 years; Ex-Servicemen: 3 years + service period; Govt servants: service years (max 10 years).
  • One-time additional 5 years relaxation per Government Order dated 29/01/2026.

City Civil Court Bengaluru Steno Typist and more Posts Online Form 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post NameSalary Level
Stenographer Grade-III₹44,425-1,125-47,800-1,250-52,800-1,375-58,300-1,500-64,300-1,650-74,200-1,900-83,700 [Approx. ₹58,000–₹65,000/Month incl. DA]
Typist₹34,100-800-35,700-900-39,300-1,000-43,300-1,125-47,800-1,250-52,800-1,375-58,300-1,500-64,300-1,650-67,600 [Approx. ₹44,000–₹48,000/Month incl. DA]
Driver₹34,100-800-35,700-900-39,300-1,000-43,300-1,125-47,800-1,250-52,800-1,375-58,300-1,500-64,300-1,650-67,600 [Approx. ₹44,000–₹48,000/Month incl. DA]
Process Server₹31,775-725-32,500-800-35,700-900-39,300-1,000-43,300-1,125-47,800-1,250-52,800-1,375-58,300-1,500-61,300 [Approx. ₹40,000–₹44,000/Month incl. DA]
Peon₹27,000-650-29,600-725-32,500-800-35,700-900-39,300-1,000-43,300-1,125-46,675 [Approx. ₹35,000–₹38,000/Month incl. DA]

City Civil Court Bengaluru Steno Typist and more Posts Online Form 2026Selection Process Steps

  1. Stenographer Grade-III: Shortlisting based on aggregate of qualifying exam % + skill test % (top 5x vacancies) → Interview (10 marks) → Final merit on aggregate
  2. Typist: Shortlisting based on aggregate of qualifying exam % + typing test % (top 5x vacancies) → Interview (10 marks) → Final merit on aggregate
  3. Driver: Eligibility Test (50 marks) → top 25x vacancies shortlisted → Interview (10 marks) → merit on interview marks
  4. Process Server: Qualifying exam percentage → top 25x vacancies shortlisted → Interview (10 marks) → merit on interview marks
  5. Peon: Qualifying exam percentage → top 10x vacancies shortlisted → Interview (10 marks) → merit on interview marks
  6. Tie-breaking: Equal percentage → older candidate ranked higher
  7. Document Verification and Medical Examination before appointment
  8. Probation: 2 years initially

City Civil Court Bengaluru Steno Typist and more Posts Online Form 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Skill Test / Selection Method Overview

  • Stenographer Grade-III Skill Test: Shorthand dictation at 120 words per minute for ~5 minutes. Transcription within 45 minutes. Max 100 marks. Minimum pass: 50 marks.
  • Typist Skill Test: Dictation for ~15 minutes, candidate types the dictated matter. Max 100 marks. Minimum pass: 50 marks.
  • Driver Eligibility Test: 50 marks written test. Top 25 × vacancies (25 × 1 = 25) shortlisted for interview.
  • Process Server & Peon: No written test — shortlisted based on 10th Standard marks percentage (25× and 10× vacancies respectively).
  • Interview: Maximum 10 marks for all posts.
  • No negative marking mentioned in the official notification.
  • Tie-breaking: Equal aggregate percentage → older candidate gets priority.

Recruitment Table: Post-wise Shortlisting Ratio & Interview Marks

PostShortlisting BasisShortlist RatioInterview Marks
Stenographer Grade-IIIQualifying Exam % + Skill Test %5x vacancies10
TypistQualifying Exam % + Typing Test %5x vacancies10
DriverEligibility Test (50 marks)25x vacancies10
Process ServerQualifying Exam %25x vacancies10
PeonQualifying Exam %10x vacancies10

Recruitment Table: Job Profile by Post

Post NamePrimary Responsibilities
Stenographer Grade-IIITake shorthand dictation from judges/officers at 120 WPM in Kannada and English; transcribe notes into typed documents within stipulated time; manage confidential court correspondence and records.
TypistType court orders, judgments, notices, and correspondence in Kannada and English; maintain typing speed of required WPM; handle official document formatting and file management.
DriverDrive official court vehicles for judges and senior officers; maintain vehicle logbook, ensure vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness, follow transport schedule.
Process ServerServe summons, notices, and court orders to parties; maintain service records; report service status to court officials; may drive vehicles if licence held.
PeonCarry files and court documents between departments; assist staff in administrative tasks; deliver internal notices; manage office supplies and support daily court operations.

Recruitment Table: Typing / Shorthand Speed Requirements

PostTestSpeed / StandardDurationMin. Pass Marks
Stenographer Grade-IIIShorthand + Transcription120 WPM (Kannada & English)Dictation ~5 min + Transcription 45 min50 out of 100
TypistTyping / DictationSenior Typewriting (Kannada & English)Dictation ~15 min50 out of 100

City Civil Court Bengaluru Steno Typist and more Posts Online Form 2026How to Apply

  1. Visit the official City Civil Court Bengaluru recruitment portal: https://bengaluru.dcourts.gov.in/recruitment-status-ccc/
  2. Click on the link for Advt No. ADM-I(A)/429/2026 (Kalyana Karnataka 371-J Local Cadre).
  3. Ensure you possess a valid 371-J Eligibility Certificate — this notification is ONLY for Kalyana Karnataka region candidates.
  4. Register with valid mobile number and email ID.
  5. Fill all personal, educational, and reservation details carefully and correctly.
  6. Upload required documents including 371-J Eligibility Certificate, caste certificate, educational certificates.
  7. Pay the application fee online via SBI Collect in the name of 'Registrar, City Civil Court, Bengaluru' only.
  8. Submit the online application before 30 July 2026 by 11:59 PM.
  9. Upload the fee payment receipt without fail — application rejected for non-payment.
  10. If multiple applications filed, only the last application will be considered. Save acknowledgement for future reference.

Recruitment Note: About City Civil Court, Bengaluru & Kalyana Karnataka 371-J Provision

The City Civil Court, Bengaluru operates under the High Court of Karnataka and handles a large volume of civil and criminal proceedings. The 371-J Local Cadre provision under Article 371-J of the Indian Constitution provides special reservations for candidates from the Kalyana Karnataka region — historically underdeveloped districts of Bidar, Kalaburgi, Yadagiri, Raichur, Koppal, Vijayanagara, and Ballari. This provision ensures that local candidates from these districts get priority in government job postings within the region. Advt No. 429/2026 is a dedicated notification under this provision, separate from the general Residual Parent Cadre notification (Advt No. 428/2026). Candidates from other districts are not eligible under this notification.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary

All appointees under this notification are regular Karnataka state government employees with full benefits: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical coverage for self and dependents, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Provident Fund, Gratuity, and Pension under applicable Karnataka scheme. Annual leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave, and Children's Education Allowance apply per state rules. Stenographer and Typist posts carry additional career progression prospects within the court establishment through departmental promotion examinations.
Apply Online Application Window: 01/07/2026 to 30/07/2026 Click Here ↗
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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization Government Board Logo City Civil Court Bengaluru
Post Name Stenographer, Typist, Driver, Process Server, Peon
Total Vacancy 22
Salary Peon ₹27,000 | Process Server ₹31,775 | Typist/Driver ₹34,100 | Steno Gr-III ₹44,425 [Starting Basic Pay]
Job Location Karnataka
Apply Mode Online
Last Date 30/07/2026
Official Website Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

This notification is exclusively for 371-J Local Cadre (Kalyana Karnataka region) candidates — if you are not from one of the 7 eligible districts (Bidar, Kalaburgi, Yadagiri, Raichur, Koppal, Vijayanagara, Ballari), do NOT apply under this notification. Apply under Advt No. 428/2026 instead. For Stenographer Grade-III, the skill test requires shorthand dictation at 120 words per minute with transcription within 45 minutes — minimum 50 marks out of 100 required to qualify. Many candidates clear the academic shortlisting but fail the skill test. Practice Kannada and English shorthand dictation at 120 WPM consistently before the test date. For Typist, the dictation-based typing test also carries 100 marks with a 50-mark pass requirement.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Stenographer Grade-III in City Civil Court Bengaluru?
Ans: Stenographer Grade-III starts at ₹44,425/month basic pay with the scale going up to ₹83,700. After adding Dearness Allowance (DA) and HRA applicable to Karnataka government employees, the estimated starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹58,000–₹65,000 per month — making it the highest-paying post in this notification, well above the Typist and Peon scales.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply for City Civil Court Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 (Advt 429)?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 30 July 2026 by 11:59 PM. Fee payment through SBI Collect must also be completed by 30 July 2026. Applications must be submitted only at https://bengaluru.dcourts.gov.in/recruitment-status-ccc/. No offline applications are accepted under any circumstance.
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in City Civil Court Bengaluru 2026 exam?
Ans: No negative marking is mentioned in the official notification (Advt No. ADM-I(A)/429/2026). For Steno and Typist, selection is based on skill test marks + qualifying exam percentage + interview marks (10). Driver shortlisting uses a 50-mark eligibility test with no negative marking specified. Process Server and Peon shortlisting is based on 10th Standard marks only — no written exam.
Q.4 What is the age limit for General Merit candidates in this recruitment?
Ans: For General Merit (GM) candidates, minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 40 years as on 30 July 2026. Cat-IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB candidates: max 43 years. SC/ST/Category-I candidates: max 45 years. Additional relaxations: PwBD +10 years, Widows +10 years, Ex-Servicemen: 3 years + service period, and one-time 5-year relaxation per GO dated 29/01/2026.
Q.5 How to download City Civil Court Bengaluru Notification PDF (Advt 429)?
Ans: The official notification (Advt No. ADM-I(A)/429/2026, dated 24/06/2026) is available on the recruitment portal at https://bengaluru.dcourts.gov.in/recruitment-status-ccc/. Navigate to the recruitment section and look for the Kalyana Karnataka 371-J Local Cadre notification. This is a separate notification from Advt No. 428/2026 which covers general Residual Parent Cadre vacancies.
Q.6 What is the educational qualification for Stenographer and Typist posts?
Ans: For Stenographer Grade-III: PUC (12th) or 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice + must have passed Senior Typewriting AND Senior Shorthand in both Kannada and English language conducted by Dept. of Public Instruction or equivalent. For Typist: PUC (12th) or 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice + must have passed Senior Typewriting in both Kannada and English or Diploma in Secretarial Practice equivalent.
Q.7 What is the selection process for Stenographer Grade-III in City Civil Court Bengaluru?
Ans: Three stages: (1) Shortlisting based on aggregate of qualifying exam percentage + skill test marks (shorthand at 120 WPM, transcription in 45 min, max 100 marks, min 50 pass) — top 5 times the vacancies shortlisted. (2) Interview of 10 marks. (3) Final merit based on aggregate of qualifying exam % + skill test % + interview marks. Tie-breaking: older candidate ranked higher.
Q.8 Who is eligible to apply for Advt No. 429/2026 (Kalyana Karnataka 371-J)?
Ans: Only candidates eligible under Article 371-J of the Indian Constitution — i.e., candidates from the Kalyana Karnataka region (Bidar, Kalaburgi, Yadagiri, Raichur, Koppal, Vijayanagara, and Ballari districts) who possess a valid 371-J Eligibility Certificate issued by the competent authority. Candidates from other Karnataka districts or other states must apply under the general notification Advt No. 428/2026 instead.

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