Principal District and Sessions Court, Kodagu, Madikeri
Permanent

Kodagu District Court Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 08 Typist Posts

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Sep. 2, 2026
Typist (ಬೆರಳಚ್ಚುಗಾರರು)

Required Qualification

12th Pass2
Puc2
Diploma Commercial Practice1
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
8
Pay Scale
₹34.1K - ₹67.6K / mo
Age Limit
18-40 years (General), 18-43 years (Category 2A/2B/3A/3B), 18-45 years (SC/ST/Category-1) as on 2026-10-03
Job Location
Karnataka47Madikeri4+3 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

• Academic Qualification: Passed 2nd PUC (Class 12) from Karnataka PU Board or 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice or equivalent.
• Technical Qualification: Passed Senior Grade Typewriting Examination in both Kannada and English conducted by KSEEB / DTE or Diploma in Secretarial Practice.
• Computer Proficiency: Working knowledge of computer operations with typing test on Kuvempu-Sourabha keyboard layout.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Minimum age: 18 years. Maximum age (incorporating one-time 5-year relaxation vide GO 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. Additional 10 years relaxation for PwD and Widow candidates.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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How will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.

Merit Screening of Qualifying Marks (2nd PUC & Senior Grade Typewriting)

OnlineQualifying Only

15-Minute Computer Typing Skill Test in Kannada & English (100 Marks, Minimum 50 Marks to Pass)

OfflineMerit Scored

Viva-Voce / Personal Interview (05 Marks) & Original Certificate Verification

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted as per Karnataka Subordinate Courts (Recruitment) Rules: Candidates are shortlisted on merit of PUC and Typewriting exam percentages, followed by a 15-minute Computer Typing Test of 100 marks (minimum qualifying mark is 50), and a Viva-voce / Interview of 05 marks.

Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview

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What is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.

Exam Tier / Mode

Tier 1

Total Duration

15 Minutes

Negative Marking

None / N/A

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.

Principal District and Sessions Court, Kodagu - Madikeri operates across the scenic district headquarters of Madikeri and taluka subordinate court complexes at Somwarpet and Virajpet. Typists play a central role in the daily courtroom operations, transcribing oral arguments, witness testimonies, daily order sheets, and detailed judgments in English and Kannada. Modernized courtrooms utilize the Case Information System (CIS 3.2). Professional environment with fixed government office hours (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM), regular court vacations, judicial allowances, and strong job stability.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Permanent Karnataka State Judicial Service appointment on Direct Recruitment basis with a 2-year probation period under the Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977. Trainees must pass prescribed departmental exams and Kannada language tests during probation. Stationed within Kodagu judicial unit.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Revised pay scale of ₹34,100 – ₹67,600. Well-defined career progression within the judicial ministerial cadre: Typist -> Senior Typist -> Sheristedar (Judicial / Accounts) -> Assistant Registrar / Chief Administrative Officer.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Online Only: Applications must be submitted exclusively through the district court portal (https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/) by October 03, 2026, 11:59 PM.
  • Senior Grade Typewriting Mandate: Candidates must possess Senior Grade Typewriting certificates in both Kannada and English by the application deadline; candidates awaiting results are ineligible.
  • Kuvempu-Sourabha Software Layout: Practice specifically on the 'Kuvempu-Sourabha' Kannada keyboard layout as specified by the High Court of Karnataka.
  • Fee Payment Window: Application fees must be paid online through SBI e-Pay on or before October 03, 2026.

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

  • UR4
  • OBC3
  • SC1
Total Vacancies8

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Pay Scale: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 under the Karnataka State Judicial Pay Rules.

Karnataka State Judicial Services Revised Pay Scale: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 (Pay Scale: 34100-800-35700-900-39300-1000-43300-1125-47800-1250-52800-1375-58300-1500-64300-1650-67600) plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and special judicial 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

Candidates must apply online through the official recruitment portal: https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/. Follow these steps:
  • Visit the specified URL and select the application link.
  • Candidates should submit only one application. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last one will be considered.
  • Read all instructions carefully before filling out the application form to avoid errors.
  • Candidates must upload a recent color photograph (5 cm x 3.6 cm, up to 50 KB, .jpg format, white background, no signature on photo) and a scanned signature (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, up to 25 KB, .jpg format, on white paper with black ballpoint pen).
  • Fill in all required information, pay the fee as instructed, and take a printout of the submitted application and fee receipt for future reference. These documents may be required during the eligibility test/interview.
  • Candidates with CGPA or grade-based marks in their 12th standard must provide a converted mark sheet with percentage by the application deadline.
  • It is advisable to apply and pay the fees well in advance of the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

₹300/- for General Merit candidates; ₹150/- for Category 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B candidates; Fully Exempted (Nil) for SC, ST, Category-1, and PwD candidates. Payment must be made online via SBI e-Pay portal.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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The online application portal (https://kodagu.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/) will remain open until October 03, 2026, up to 11:59 PM.

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