Essential Qualifications & Driving Licence:
• Educational Qualification: Must have passed SSLC (Class 10th) examination conducted by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB/KSEAB) or equivalent 10th standard examination recognized by the Government of Karnataka (CBSE, ICSE, NIOS, etc.) on or before 03.10.2026.
• Professional Driving Licence: Must possess a valid, active Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence (Heavy Passenger / Heavy Goods Vehicle - HMV / HPV / HGV).
• Probation & Language: 2 years probation under Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977; must possess proficiency to read and write Kannada.
PermanentSep. 2, 2026
Kodagu District Court Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 02 Driver Posts
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Sep. 2, 2026Driver (ಚಾಲಕರು)
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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply
Vacancies
02 Posts (General Merit: 1 | Scheduled Caste: 1)
Pay Scale
₹34.1K - ₹67.6K / mo
Age Limit
18-40 years as on 2026-10-03
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 28, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 3, 2026
3
Deadline
Oct 3, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window3 Sep – 3 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.
Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Age calculated as on the closing date (03.10.2026), incorporating the one-time 5-year general relaxation under Government Order DPAR 262 SRR 2025 dated 29.01.2026:
• General Merit (GM): 18 to 40 Years
• Category-2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: 18 to 43 Years
• SC / ST / Category-1: 18 to 45 Years.
Additional relaxations up to 10 years admissible for PwD, widows, and government employees.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Online Application Registration on Kodagu District Court Portal (by 03.10.2026, 11:59 PM)
OnlineQualifying Only
Scrutiny of SSLC Marks & Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence Validity
OfflineQualifying Only
Driving Skill / Practical Test & Vehicle Mechanism Assessment
OfflineMerit Scored
Personal Viva-Voce Interview & Original Document Verification
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection Process:
1. Online Application: Candidates must register and submit online applications through the official portal https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/ between 03 September 2026 and 03 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
2. Shortlisting: Scrutiny of online applications based on SSLC qualifying marks and active Heavy Vehicle driving licence.
3. Driving Test & Interview: Shortlisted applicants will be called for a practical Driving Skill Test and Viva-Voce Interview at Madikeri before the Selection Board. Final selection will be determined on performance in the practical driving test and interview.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
Verified Official SourceMulti-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.
| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Scrutiny of Class 10th percentage marks and verification of active Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence (HMV/HGV/HPV) | ||
| Assessment of vehicle steering, hill-start on gradients, reverse parking, braking precision, and traffic lane adherence | ||
| Interview evaluating knowledge of Motor Vehicles Act 1988, traffic signs, preventive maintenance, and spoken Kannada clarity |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
Verified Official SourcePractical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.
Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
The Principal District and Sessions Court, Kodagu - Madikeri, situated in the hill district of Kodagu (Coorg), Karnataka, functions as the apex judicial authority for the district, supervising Subordinate Civil and Sessions Courts across Madikeri, Somwarpet, and Virajpet. Court Drivers are assigned to the official vehicle fleet attached to the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Additional District Judges, and senior judicial administrative officers. Given Kodagu's rugged, hilly terrain, sharp ghat roads, heavy monsoon showers, and winding state/national highways, drivers must possess impeccable vehicle handling skills, expertise in navigating steep gradients, and strict adherence to protocol and punctuality. Daily responsibilities include chauffeuring Judicial Officers to court sittings, administrative inspections, and official state visits, routine maintenance and mechanical health inspections of official judicial cars (fluid levels, tyre pressure, brake pads, battery health), maintaining logbooks, and ensuring vehicle security. The culture is disciplined, formal, protocol-bound, and demands high reliability and confidentiality.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Regular permanent appointment under the Karnataka Subordinate Courts (Ministerial and Other Posts) (Recruitment) Rules. Appointees serve a mandatory two (2) year probation period under the Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977. Stationed at Madikeri, with inter-court mobility across Kodagu judicial courts (Virajpet, Somwarpet).
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Positioned in the Karnataka Revised 7th Pay Commission Scale of ₹34,100 – ₹67,600/- (entry gross salary approx. ₹38,000 to ₹42,000/- per month including DA, HRA, and judicial driver allowances). Career progression proceeds through Senior Driver, Selection Grade Driver, and Transport Section Supervisor within the district judicial establishment, along with standard annual increments and time-bound promotion (Stagnation Increment / TBPS) benefits under Karnataka State Civil Services Rules.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Mandatory Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence: In addition to passing SSLC (10th Standard), candidates must possess a valid, active Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence (Heavy Goods / Heavy Passenger Vehicle - HMV/HGV/HPV). Applications with only light motor vehicle (LMV) licences are invalid.
- Strict Online Application Window (03.09.2026 to 03.10.2026, 11:59 PM): Applications must be submitted online exclusively through https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/. No physical or postal applications are accepted.
- One-Time Age Relaxation (5 Years): Age limits reflect the Government of Karnataka's one-time 5-year relaxation order (G.O. DPAR 262 SRR 2025 dated 29.01.2026), capping the upper limit at 40 years for General Merit, 43 years for 2A/2B/3A/3B, and 45 years for SC/ST/Cat-1.
- Practical Driving Test & Viva: Shortlisted candidates must appear in person at Madikeri for the practical driving test and viva-voce at their own expense; no TA/DA is provided.
- Online Application Fee: ₹300/- for General Merit; ₹150/- for 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B; completely exempted for SC/ST/Cat-1/PwD via SBI e-Pay.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- General Merit (GM)01 (Others)
- Scheduled Caste (SC)01 (Others)
Total Vacancies02 Posts (General Merit: 1 | Scheduled Caste: 1)
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Karnataka Revised Pay Scale: ₹34,100 – 800 – 35,700 – 900 – 39,300 – 1000 – 43,300 – 1125 – 47,800 – 1250 – 52,800 – 1375 – 58,300 – 1500 – 64,300 – 1650 – ₹67,600/- plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other medical and state judicial allowances (approximate gross entry salary ₹38,000 to ₹42,000/- per month).
Karnataka State Revised Pay Scale for District Court Drivers
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Candidates must apply online through the official website: https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/.
- Read the entire notification carefully to avoid errors before applying. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
- Only one application per candidate will be considered. Multiple applications will lead to rejection of all but the last submitted application.
- No changes or corrections will be allowed after final submission.
- Provide a valid and active mobile number and email ID for communication.
- Upload scanned copies of the following documents:
- Recent Color Photograph: 5 cm (length) x 3.6 cm (width), less than 50 KB, .jpg format, with a white background. Do not sign on the photograph.
- Signature: On white paper using a black ballpoint pen, 2.5 cm (length) x 7.5 cm (width), less than 25 KB, .jpg format.
- SSLC Marks Card: Scanned copy in PDF format.
- After successful submission and fee payment, download and keep a copy of the application for future reference and for submission during the driving test/interview.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Application fee is ₹300/- for General Merit candidates, and ₹150/- for Category-2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B candidates. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are completely exempted from payment of fees. Payable online via SBI e-Pay portal.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Online Application Registration on Kodagu District Court Portal (by 03.10.2026, 11:59 PM)
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1. Online Application: Candidates must register and submit online applications through the official portal https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/ between 03 September 2026 and 03 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
2. Shortlisting: Scrutiny of online applications based on SSLC qualifying marks and active Heavy Vehicle driving licence.
3. Driving Test & Interview: Shortlisted applicants will be called for a practical Driving Skill Test and Viva-Voce Interview at Madikeri before the Selection Board. Final selection will be determined on performance in the practical driving test and interview.
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Candidates must have passed SSLC (Class 10th) from KSEEB or equivalent and hold a valid, active Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence (HMV/HGV/HPV). Candidate must also know how to read and write Kannada.
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