Karnataka High Court Recruitment 2026: Apply for Group-D posts under the Residual Parent Cadre
High Court of Karnataka Recruitment 2026: The High Court of Karnataka has officially released a recruitment notification for 93 Group-D posts under the Residual Parent Cadre. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official portal until May 21, 2026. This Karnataka High Court Group-D Recruitment offers a significant opportunity for job seekers looking for government positions in the judiciary.
Vacancy Details for High Court of Karnataka Recruitment
The recruitment covers several Group-D roles with the following distribution of posts:
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
| Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping) | 85 (includes 1 backlog post) |
| Lift Attender | 05 |
| Assistant Binder | 01 |
| Tailor | 01 |
| Dhobi | 01 |
For those interested in the Karnataka High Court Group-D Recruitment, it is essential to note that these positions are categorized under the Residual Parent Cadre.
High Court of Karnataka Recruitment – Salary Structure
The pay scale varies based on the level of the post:
- Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200): Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping), Assistant Binder, and Dhobi.
- Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100): Lift Attender and Tailor.
High Court of Karnataka Recruitment- Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
All candidates for the Karnataka High Court Group-D Recruitment must have passed the Tenth Standard or an equivalent examination. Specific roles require additional experience:
- Lift Attender: Experience in lift mechanism.
- Assistant Binder: Minimum 2 years of experience in binding work.
- Tailor: Minimum 3 years of experience in tailoring work.
- Dhobi: Experience working as a Dhobi.
2. Age Limit (as of May 21, 2026)
The minimum age for all applicants is 18 years. The maximum age limits are as follows:
- General Merit: 40 years.
- Cat-II(A), II(B), III(A), III(B): 43 years.
- SC / ST / Category-I: 45 years.
Selection Process for High Court of Karnataka Recruitment
- Merit Listing: Candidates are shortlisted for an interview based on the percentage of marks obtained in their qualifying examination.
- Interview Ratio: Eligible candidates will be called for an interview in a ratio of 1:10.
- Interview Marks: The maximum marks for the interview will be 10.
- Probation: Selected candidates will serve an initial probation period of two years.
High Court of Karnataka Recruitment- Application Fee
The fee must be paid online via the SBI payment gateway:
- General Merit & OBC (Cat-IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB): ₹200.
- SC / ST / Category-I / PwBD: ₹100.
Important Dates for High Court of Karnataka Recruitment
- Notification Date: April 22, 2026.
- Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: May 21, 2026 (until 11:59 p.m.).
Important Links for High Court of Karnataka Recruitment
- Official Website: judiciary.karnataka.gov.in.
- Download Notification
Candidates are advised to read the full notification before applying for the Karnataka High Court Group-D Recruitment to ensure they meet all specific requirements and reservation criteria.