Civil Court Gumla Peon Recruitment 2026

Introduction

The Civil Court Gumla has announced a recruitment drive for 17 vacant posts of Peon/Orderly (अनुसेवक / आदेशपाल). This is a direct recruitment opportunity for eligible candidates to join the judicial administration in Gumla, Jharkhand. The application process is offline, requiring candidates to submit a handwritten application form along with necessary documents. The last date to submit applications is November 20, 2026. Candidates must ensure they meet the specified educational qualification of passing the 10th (Matric) standard or an equivalent examination. The age limit varies based on the category, with specific relaxations applicable as per Jharkhand government rules. The selection will be based on a screening test followed by an interview. All details regarding eligibility, application procedure, and required documents are provided in the official notification, which candidates are advised to read carefully before applying.

Civil Court Gumla Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

To be eligible for the Peon/Orderly posts, candidates must have completed the 10th (Matric) standard or an equivalent examination from a recognised board or institution. In addition to educational qualifications, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen of India.
• Be mentally and physically fit.
• Possess good moral character.
• Not be involved in any criminal proceedings or have been convicted in any criminal case.
• If married, must not have more than one living spouse.

Reservation rules as per the Jharkhand government will apply to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, Extremely Backward Classes, Persons with Disabilities (PwBD), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Candidates claiming reservation must submit a valid certificate issued by the competent authority.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age of the applicant will be calculated as of 15 October 2026.

Age relaxation for other categories will be as per the rules and regulations set by the Jharkhand State.

Application Fee

The application fee details are not specified in the supplied notification.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates for the Peon/Orderly posts will receive a salary in the pay scale of Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900 per month, corresponding to Level-1 of the pay matrix.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for the Peon/Orderly posts will be based on a Screening Test and a subsequent Interview.

Application Procedure

Interested and eligible candidates must apply offline by submitting a handwritten application form in the prescribed format. The application, along with all required documents, should be sent to the office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Gumla. Applications can be submitted either by registered post, speed post, or by hand during working days between 10:30 AM and 05:00 PM. The deadline for receiving applications is 20 November 2026. Applications received after this date will not be accepted.

The application form can also be downloaded from the official website of the Civil Court Gumla.

Required Documents

Candidates must attach the following self-attested documents with their application:

• Self-attested copy of the certificate for age proof.
• Self-attested copy of the certificate for educational qualification (Matriculation and equivalent).
• Self-attested copy of the certificate for any special qualifications, if applicable.
• For candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC, ST, EWS), a self-attested copy of the relevant reservation certificate issued by the competent authority.
• Three (3) recent passport-size photographs. One photograph should be pasted on the application form, another on the admit card, and the third should be kept as an extra copy.
• A self-addressed envelope (25 cm x 11 cm) with a postage stamp of Rs. 56/- affixed, for issuing the admit card.

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

• Candidates must ensure that their application form is filled in the Devanagari script and is handwritten.
• Two separate forms, 'Prarup A' (स्व-हस्तलिखित आवेदन पत्र) and 'Prarup B' (प्रवेश पत्र), must be submitted. 'Prarup A' should be filled entirely by the applicant, while 'Prarup B' should have columns 4 and 5 left blank for office use.
• The application form and admit card format can be downloaded from the Civil Court Gumla website.
• Candidates must possess the required educational qualification by the last date of application submission.
• An applicant can apply for only one post through a single application form.
• Incomplete applications or applications without the required certificates will be rejected at any stage.
• The admit card, containing the exam/interview schedule, will be sent by post to the address provided by the candidate.
• Any attempt to influence the recruitment process will lead to immediate disqualification.
• The envelope containing the application must clearly mention the Advertisement Number, Post Name, and Category in bold letters.
• The number of vacancies may increase or decrease.
• No travel allowance will be provided for attending the examination/interview.

Official Notification and Application Links

For detailed information and to download the application forms, please refer to the official notification:

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official Website

Relevant FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Civil Court Gumla Peon/Orderly posts?
A1: The last date to apply is 20 November 2026.

Q2: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
A2: Candidates must have passed the 10th (Matric) standard or an equivalent examination.

Q3: How can I apply for these posts?
A3: Applications must be submitted offline via a handwritten form, sent by registered post, speed post, or submitted in person.

Q4: What is the age limit for the posts?
A4: The age limit is 18 years minimum. For General candidates, it is up to 35 years; for women, up to 38 years; and for SC/ST candidates, up to 40 years, as of 15 October 2026.

Q5: Where can I download the application form?
A5: The application form can be downloaded from the official website of the Civil Court Gumla.