HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 106 Posts
📅 Posted: 02/07/2026 📝 Updated: 04/07/2026
Total Vacancy106
SalaryLevel-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) [Approx. ₹28k-32k/Month]; Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) [Approx. ₹31k-35k/Month] for Lift Attender & Tailor
LocationKarnataka
Last Date31/07/2026
Short Information: If you're a 10th pass candidate in Karnataka looking for a stable government job, the High Court of Karnataka's Group-D recruitment drive is worth your attention. Through this revised notification, the High Court is filling 106 posts across two separate cadres — 98 posts under the Residual Parent Cadre and 8 posts under the Kalyana Karnataka Region — covering roles like Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping), Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor and Dhobi. What makes this recruitment attractive is that most posts fall under Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200), while Lift Attender and Tailor posts are placed at the slightly higher Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100). Unlike many competitive government exams, there's no written test here — selection is based purely on your SSLC/10th percentage followed by an interview, a big relief for candidates who struggle with exam pressure. Candidates who already applied against the earlier notification dated 22 April 2026 don't need to pay the fee again, though they must still complete a few additional formalities online. You can apply from 02 July 2026 until 31 July 2026, with the application fee set at just ₹200 for General Merit and ₹100 for SC/ST/Category-I/PwBD candidates. Given the minimal eligibility bar of a 10th pass certificate, this is one of the more accessible entry points into Karnataka's judicial administration.
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HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates
| Original Notification Released | 22/04/2026 |
| Revised Notification Released | 02/07/2026 |
| Application Begin | 02/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31/07/2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | Not Applicable (Interview Only) |
HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee
| General Merit / OBC Category-II & III | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / Category-I / PwBD | ₹100 |
Payment: Online (SBI Online Payment Gateway)
HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 106 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: Minimum 18 Years; Maximum 40 Years (General Merit), 43 Years (OBC Cat-II/III), 45 Years (SC/ST/Cat-I) as on last date of application
(General Merit: Max 40 Years, OBC Category-II(A)/II(B)/III(A)/III(B): Max 43 Years, SC/ST/Category-I: Max 45 Years, One-time 5 Years relaxation as per Govt Order DPAR 262 SRR 2025 dated 29/01/2026)
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping) [RPC] | 90 (89+1 Backlog) | 10th Pass (SSLC) or equivalent. |
| Lift Attender [RPC] | 5 | 10th Pass + Experience in Lift Mechanism. |
| Assistant Binder [RPC] | 1 | 10th Pass + 2 Years Experience in Binding Work. |
| Tailor [RPC] | 1 | 10th Pass + 3 Years Experience in Tailoring Work. |
| Dhobi [RPC] | 1 | 10th Pass + Experience as Dhobi. |
| Peon, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping) [KKR] | 8 | 10th Pass (SSLC) or equivalent. |
| Total Vacancy | 106 | |
| Note: 98 posts (including 1 Backlog) are under Residual Parent Cadre (RPC); 8 posts are under Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR). | ||
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy — Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping) [Residual Parent Cadre]
| Category | Unreserved | Women | Rural | Kannada Medium | PWBD | Project Displaced | Ex- Servicemen | Transgender | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Merit | 7 | 14 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 44 |
| SC Category-A | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| SC Category-B | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| SC Category-C / Others | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Most Backward Class (MBC) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| OBC Category-I | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| OBC Category-II(A) | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1+1* | 0 | 1 | 0 | 13+1* |
| OBC Category-II(B) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| OBC Category-III(A) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| OBC Category-III(B) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | 17 | 29 | 23 | 2 | 20 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 207 |
| Note:Women, Rural, Kannada Medium, PwBD, Project Displaced, Ex-Servicemen and Transgender are horizontal reservations counted within each category's total, not additive. *1 Backlog post included in Category-II(A). | |||||||||
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy — Lift Attender [Residual Parent Cadre]
| Category | Unreserved | Women | Rural | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Merit | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| OBC Category-I | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| OBC Category-II(A) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
Recruitment Table: Vacancy — Assistant Binder, Tailor & Dhobi [Residual Parent Cadre]
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Assistant Binder | 1 |
| Tailor | 1 |
| Dhobi | 1 |
| Total | 3 |
| Note:As sanctioned strength is 1 (single post) for each of these cadres, reservation under Article 16 of the Constitution is not applicable as per Government Order DPAR 21 SHM 90 dated 16/11/1995. | |
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy — Peon, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping) [Kalyana Karnataka Region]
| Category | Unreserved | Women | Rural | PWBD | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Merit | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Caste | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| OBC Category-I | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| OBC Category-II(A) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| OBC Category-II(B) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Note:Candidates claiming this reservation must hold a valid 371(J) Eligibility Certificate for Kalyana Karnataka Region. | |||||
HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping): 10th Standard (SSLC) Pass or equivalent examination.
- Lift Attender: 10th Standard Pass with experience in Lift Mechanism.
- Assistant Binder: 10th Standard Pass with minimum 2 years experience in binding work.
- Tailor: 10th Standard Pass with minimum 3 years experience in tailoring work.
- Dhobi: 10th Standard Pass with prior work experience as a Dhobi.
- Candidate must not be less than 18 years of age as on the last date of application.
HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping), Assistant Binder, Dhobi | Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) |
| Lift Attender, Tailor | Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) |
HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps
- Preparation of merit list based on percentage of marks secured in SSLC/10th Standard qualifying examination
- Interview — candidates called equal to 10 times the notified vacancies (5 times for Assistant Binder)
- Document Verification
HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Selection Mode
- Mode: No Written Examination — selection is based on merit list from SSLC marks and Interview only.
- Negative Marking: Not applicable — no written test is conducted in this recruitment.
- Candidates shortlisted for interview: 10x notified vacancies (5x for Assistant Binder).
Recruitment Table: Job Profile by Post
| Post Name | Primary Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Peon | Assist court staff with file movement, delivery of documents, running errands within court premises, and general clerical support. |
| Watchman | Guard court premises, monitor entry/exit points, ensure security of court property, and assist during odd-hour duties. |
| Sweeper | Maintain cleanliness of court premises, courtrooms, corridors and office spaces on a daily basis. |
| Peon (House Keeping) | Handle housekeeping tasks including maintenance of court facilities, furniture upkeep, and general premises upkeep. |
| Lift Attender | Operate and maintain lifts within court buildings, assist visitors and staff, and report mechanical faults promptly. |
| Assistant Binder | Bind case files, court records and registers, maintain binding equipment, and support record-keeping sections. |
| Tailor | Stitch and repair uniforms, curtains and other fabric items required for court staff and premises. |
| Dhobi | Wash and iron uniforms, curtains and linen used within the court premises. |
HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in.
- Locate the link for HCRB Group-D Recruitment (RPC or KKR as applicable).
- Register and fill the online application form with correct personal, educational and reservation details.
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents (SSLC marks card, caste certificate, experience certificate, etc.) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the SBI online payment gateway.
- Preview and verify all details, then submit the application. Take a printout for your records.
Recruitment Note: About High Court of Karnataka
The High Court of Karnataka, headquartered in Bengaluru, is the apex judicial body of the state, with additional Benches at Dharwad and Kalaburagi. It oversees the administration of justice across Karnataka and functions as one of the largest High Courts in the country in terms of jurisdiction and case load. This recruitment is for support staff posts under its Residual Parent Cadre and Kalyana Karnataka Region establishments.
Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary
Selected candidates receive benefits applicable to Karnataka State Government employees, including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Provident Fund, Gratuity, pension benefits under NPS, medical benefits, annual and medical leave entitlements, and periodic pay revisions along with annual increments as per the applicable pay level.
Recruitment Note: Note for Candidates of the Earlier Notification
Candidates who already applied against Notification No. HCRB 8/2025 or HCRB 9/2025 dated 22 April 2026 need not apply afresh or pay the fee again, but must still furnish internal SC reservation details and disclose any qualification higher than SSLC through the online portal.
HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026Important Official Links
| Apply Online Application Window: 02/07/2026 to 31/07/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification Advt No. HCRB 8/2025 (RPC) & HCRB 9/2025 (KKR) dated 02/07/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  HCRB |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Group-D (Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Lift Attender & more) |
| Total Vacancy | 106 |
| Salary | Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) [Approx. ₹28k-32k/Month]; Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) [Approx. ₹31k-35k/Month] for Lift Attender & Tailor |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 31/07/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
💡 Expert Tip
Since there's no written exam in this recruitment, your SSLC/10th percentage marks are the single most important factor deciding whether you get called for interview — the merit list is prepared purely on that basis, with candidates shortlisted at 10 times the notified vacancies (5 times for Assistant Binder). One detail candidates often overlook: if you hold any qualification higher than SSLC/10th standard, you must declare it and upload proof; suppressing this information can attract penal action, not just rejection. Also, if you're applying under Scheduled Caste, don't forget to upload your internal reservation certificate (Category A/B/C) — applications without it will not be considered. For Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor and Dhobi posts, make sure your experience certificate is uploaded in PDF format and clearly legible, since incomplete uploads are rejected without a chance to resubmit.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Peon, Watchman, Sweeper and other Group-D posts? ▼
Ans: Most Group-D posts including Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping), Assistant Binder and Dhobi fall under Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200). After adding DA and HRA, the starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹28,000 to ₹32,000 per month. Lift Attender and Tailor posts fall under Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100), with an estimated in-hand salary of around ₹31,000 to ₹35,000 per month.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: Candidates can submit the online application and pay the fee through the SBI payment gateway until 31 July 2026, round the clock till 11:59 PM. Applications submitted through any mode other than the official online portal will not be considered under any circumstances.
Q.3 Is there any written examination or negative marking in this recruitment? ▼
Ans: No, there is no written examination for these Group-D posts. Selection is made purely through a merit list based on the percentage of marks secured in the SSLC/10th standard qualifying examination, followed by an interview. Since no written test is conducted, negative marking does not apply.
Q.4 What is the age limit for General Merit category candidates? ▼
Ans: Candidates must be at least 18 years old, and General Merit candidates must not exceed 40 years of age as on the last date of application. The maximum age is relaxed to 43 years for OBC Category-II/III candidates and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-I candidates.
Q.5 How to download the HCRB Group-D Notification PDF? ▼
Ans: The complete notification, covering Advt No. HCRB 8/2025 (Residual Parent Cadre) and HCRB 9/2025 (Kalyana Karnataka Region) dated 02 July 2026, is available on the official website judiciary.karnataka.gov.in, or via the Download Notification link on this page.
Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for these Group-D posts? ▼
Ans: The basic requirement for all posts is a Tenth Standard (SSLC) pass or equivalent examination. Additionally, Lift Attender requires experience in lift mechanism, Assistant Binder requires 2 years of binding work experience, Tailor requires 3 years of tailoring experience, and Dhobi requires prior work experience as a Dhobi.
Q.7 What is the selection process for HCRB Group-D Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: Selection involves preparing a merit list based on the percentage of marks scored in SSLC/10th standard, factoring in applicable reservations. Candidates are then called for interview at 10 times the notified vacancies (5 times for Assistant Binder). Final selection depends on interview performance and document verification.
Q.8 Do candidates who applied for the earlier notification dated 22 April 2026 need to reapply? ▼
Ans: No, candidates who already submitted their online application against Notification No. HCRB 8/2025 or HCRB 9/2025 dated 22 April 2026 need not apply afresh or pay the fee again. However, they must still comply with additional instructions like uploading internal SC reservation details and higher qualification proof.
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