Principal District and Sessions Court, Kodagu, Madikeri
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Kodagu District Court Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 06 Process Server Posts

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Sep. 2, 2026
Process Server (Aadeshika Jaarikaara)

Required Qualification

Sslc4
10th Pass1
Matriculation1
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
6
Pay Scale
As per norms
Age Limit
18-40 years as on 2026-10-03
Job Location
Karnataka47Madikeri4+1 More...

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

• Educational Qualification: Must have passed 10th Standard / SSLC from Karnataka State Board (KSEEB/KSEAB) or equivalent recognized 10th exam (CBSE, ICSE, NIOS, KOS).
• Desirable Skill / Preference: Candidates possessing a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) or Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license will be given preference.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Minimum age: 18 years as on 03.10.2026.
Upper age limit (including 5-year one-time relaxation per G.O. No. DPAR 262 SRR 2025 dated 29.01.2026):
• General Merit: 40 Years
• Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: 43 Years
• SC / ST / Category-1: 45 Years
• Ex-Servicemen / PwD / Widows: Up to 10 years additional relaxation.

Check Your Age Eligibility

Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Shortlisting based on SSLC / 10th Class Percentage in 1:25 Ratio per Vacancy Category

OfflineQualifying Only

Personal Interview / Viva-Voce (Maximum 10 Marks)

OfflineMerit Scored

Candidates are shortlisted in the ratio of 1:25 based on marks secured in the qualifying SSLC examination. Final selection is strictly determined by merit marks scored in the 10-mark Personal Interview.

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
Basic General Knowledge of Karnataka, District Geography & Current Affairs
Understanding of Judicial Process Server Duties, Summons / Notice Delivery & Local Language Fluency
Personality, Driving License Competence & Interview Demeanor

Previous Recruitment Cutoff Benchmarks

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Historical qualifying marks and eligibility benchmarks for prior recruitment cycles.

YearCategory / Post StreamCutoff / Qualifying Criteria
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Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Process Servers (ಆದೇಶಿಕ ಜಾರಿಕಾರರು) in the Kodagu District Judiciary serve as vital field functionaries responsible for the personal service of summons, notices, subpoenas, and court orders to litigants and witnesses across Madikeri, Virajpet, Somwarpet, and surrounding rural hill regions. Duties involve coordinating with the Central Nazir, recording proof of service affidavits, maintaining dispatch registers, and occasional protocol driving duties. Outdoor field-oriented work environment with standard court working hours (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Permanent position in the Karnataka Judicial Ministerial Service with a 2-year probation period. Initial posting in the District and Sessions Court, Madikeri, or Taluk courts in Kodagu district. Covered under the National Pension System (NPS).

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Attractive pay scale starting at ₹31,775/- (gross ~₹42,000/- monthly). Structured departmental promotion pathway: Process Server -> Bailiff / Senior Bailiff -> Assistant (SDA) -> Senior Assistant (FDA) -> Sheristedar, based on seniority and passing of departmental judicial examinations.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Online Portal Only: Applications must be submitted online exclusively through https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/ by October 03, 2026 (11:59 PM).
  • Single Application Rule: Candidates must submit only one application. Submitting multiple applications will lead to acceptance of only the last submitted form and rejection of previous submissions.
  • 1:25 Shortlisting: Merit shortlisting for the 10-mark interview is strictly conducted in the ratio of 1:25 based on SSLC percentage.
  • Valid Reservation Certificates: Caste (Form D/E/F), Rural (Form 1 & 2), and Kannada Medium certificates must be valid and obtained on or before October 03, 2026.
  • Driving License Preference: Candidates holding an active HMV/LMV driving license receive preference in selection.

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

  • UR3
  • SC1
  • OBC2
Total Vacancies6

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Pay Scale: ₹31,775 - 725 - 32,500 - 800 - 35,700 - 900 - 39,300 - 1000 - 43,300 - 1125 - 47,800 - 1250 - 52,800 - 1375 - 58,300 - 1500 - 61,300.

Karnataka State Revised Pay Scale ₹31,775 – ₹61,300/- plus admissible Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Medical Allowances.

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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

Eligible candidates must apply online through the official portal. The steps are as follows:

  • Visit the application link: https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/.
  • Read all instructions carefully before filling out the application form. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
  • Candidates must submit only one application. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last submitted application will be considered, and others will be rejected.
  • No changes or corrections to the application information will be allowed at any stage after submission.
  • Provide a valid mobile number and email ID, as all communication will be sent via SMS/Email. The authority is not responsible for any delivery failures.
  • Information regarding interviews/eligibility tests and lists of eligible candidates will be published on the court's website.
  • Scan and upload a recent color passport-size photograph (5 cm x 3.6 cm, up to 50 KB, .jpg format, with a white background).
  • Scan and upload your signature (black ballpoint pen on white paper, 2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, up to 25 KB, .jpg format).
  • Upload a scanned copy of your SSLC marks card in PDF format.
  • If your SSLC marks are in grades or CGPA, you must obtain and upload a marks conversion certificate from the competent authority showing equivalent marks/percentage.
  • Complete the application form and pay the prescribed fee as per the notification.
  • Download and retain a printout of the application form and fee receipt for future reference and for submission during the eligibility test/interview.
  • Candidates are advised to apply well in advance of the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
  • Applications submitted through any mode other than online will not be considered.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

• General Merit: ₹300/-
• Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: ₹150/-
• SC, ST, Category-1, and PwD: Nil (Exempted).
Payable online through SBI e-Pay payment gateway on the court website.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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The deadline for submitting online applications and paying fees on the official portal (https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/) is October 03, 2026, until 11:59 PM.

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