Recruitment for the post of Second Division Assistant, High Court of Karnataka
Notification Overview
- Organisation
- High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru
- Notice category
- Latest Jobs
- Application deadline
- 11 Sept 2026
- State / UT
- Karnataka
- Exam / Sector
- Judiciary
- Qualification group
- Graduate
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About the Notification
The High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru has issued a notification for direct recruitment to the post of Second Division Assistant. There are 18 vacancies under the Residual Parent Cadre and 2 backlog vacancies under the Kalyana Karnataka Region. Applications are invited online from eligible candidates who meet the qualification, age, and fee criteria. The selection process involves a competitive test and an interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 2026-08-11 |
| Application Start Date | 2026-08-13 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-09-11 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | General | SC | ST | OBC II(A) | OBC II(B) | MCB | Category I | EWS | PWD | Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Division Assistant (Residual Parent Cadre) | 18 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Second Division Assistant (Kalyana Karnataka Region) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Age Limit
Minimum age: 18 years. Maximum age: 35 +5 years for General; 38 +5 years for OBC II(A), II(B), III(A), III(B); 40 +5 years for SC/ST and Category I. The 5-year relaxation is a one-time measure as per government order.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a degree from a recognized university in Science/Arts/Commerce/Business Management/Computer Applications/Business Administration with minimum 55% aggregate marks for General and OBC categories, and minimum 50% for SC/ST categories. Knowledge of computer operation is mandatory.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General and OBC II(A)/II(B)/III(A)/III(B) | 350 |
| SC/ST/Category I and PwBD | 200 |
Pay Scale
Pay scale ranges from 25,500 to 81,100 (Level-4) along with admissible allowances.
Selection Process
- Competitive Test (90 minutes duration)
- English Essay: Max 30 marks, minimum 20 marks to pass
- Translation from Kannada to English: Max 30 marks, minimum 20 marks to pass
- General Knowledge Test: Max 20 marks, minimum 10 marks to pass
- Interview: Max 20 marks, minimum 10 marks to pass
Total marks: 100, minimum qualifying marks: 60.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in and fill the online application form.
- Fill in the details and upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online through SBI payment gateway using Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card/UPI.
- Download and keep a copy of the submitted application and payment receipt.
- Submit the application on or before the deadline of 11 September 2026, 11:59 PM.
Required Documents
- Proof of educational qualification
- Proof of age (SSLC or equivalent)
- Caste/community certificates if applicable
- Disability certificate for PwBD candidates
- Kalyana Karnataka region eligibility certificate if applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently employed in government/PSU
- Scanned photograph and signature as per specifications
Important Links
- Official Website of High Court of Karnataka
- Online Application Portal
- Notification Number: HCRB/SDA - 4/2026 (RPC) and HCRB/SDA - 5/2026 (KKR), dated 2026-08-11
Important Links & Source Documents
| Document / Website | Link |
|---|---|
| Application website (archived notice) | Open Application website (archived notice) ↗judiciary.karnataka.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | Open Notification PDF ↗judiciary.karnataka.gov.in |
This is an archived recruitment notice. Its application period has ended. Verify details on the recruiting authority’s website before taking action.