Vacancy Details
A total of 24 vacancies have been announced for Stenographer Grade-III and Typist posts. | S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
| 1 | Stenographer Grade-III | 10 (New-7, Backlog-3) |
| 2 | Typist | 14 (New-13, Backlog-1) |
| Total Vacancies | 24 |
Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Education | Passed Second PUC examination, or holds a 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice or an equivalent qualification. |
| Additional (Stenographer Grade-III) | Passed the Senior Grade Kannada and English shorthand examinations conducted by the Department of Public Instruction, or an equivalent qualification. |
| Additional (Typist) | Passed the Senior Grade Kannada and English typewriting examinations conducted by the Department of Public Instruction, or an equivalent qualification. |
Age Limit
Age will be reckoned as on the last date for submission of application (24 August 2026). The minimum age is 18 years. | Category | Maximum Age Limit |
| General/Unreserved | 35 + 5 years (one-time relaxation) = 40 years |
| Category 2A/2B/3A/3B | 38 + 5 years (one-time relaxation) = 43 years |
| SC/ST/Category-1 | 40 + 5 years (one-time relaxation) = 45 years |
Additional age relaxation is available to government employees, widows, ex-servicemen, and persons with disability as per the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977. Application Fee
Fee must be paid online only through State Bank Collect (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI/QR Code) via the link on the official website. | Category | Application Fee |
| General, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | Rs. 200/- |
| SC, ST, Category-1, Persons with Disability | Exempted |
Selection Process
Selection will be made by direct recruitment as per the Karnataka Subordinate Courts (Ministerial and Other Posts) (Recruitment) (Amendment) Rules, 2021. | Stage | Process |
| Stenographer Grade-III Skill Test | Dictation of 120 words per minute for 5 minutes each in Kannada and English; transcription within 45 minutes using a computer. Each skill test carries 100 marks, with a minimum of 50 marks required to qualify. |
| Typist Skill Test | Dictation of 15 minutes each in Kannada and English; typing using a computer. Each skill test carries 100 marks, with a minimum of 50 marks required to qualify. |
| Interview Shortlisting | Candidates will be shortlisted for interview at a ratio of 1:5 based on the combined percentage of qualifying examination marks and skill test marks. |
| Interview | Carries 5 marks. |
| Probation Period | Selected candidates will undergo a probation period of 2 years, during which they must pass departmental examinations, Kannada language examination, and computer literacy examination. |
Salary
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Stenographer Grade-III | As per official notification |
| Typist | As per official notification |
Documents Required
- Printout of the online application
- Fee payment receipt (where applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.)
- Educational qualification certificates (Second PUC/Diploma)
- Shorthand/Typewriting certificates (Senior Grade Kannada and English)
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable, in prescribed format)
- Income certificate (if applicable)
- Rural reservation certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Tumakuru: Click Here
- Locate the "Recruitment" or "Careers" section and find the notification for Stenographer Grade-III and Typist posts.
- Click on the "Apply Online" link for the Tumakuru District Court Recruitment 2026.
- Register yourself by providing the necessary details to create a login ID and password.
- Log in using your credentials and fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and other required information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other essential documents as per the specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee online through State Bank Collect using Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, or QR Code.
- Verify all entered details before final submission.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the submitted application and fee payment receipt for future reference.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Tumakuru District Court Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit online applications for the Tumakuru District Court Recruitment 2026 is 24 August 2026, by 11:59 PM.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
Ans: There are a total of 24 vacancies, with 10 posts for Stenographer Grade-III and 14 posts for Typist.
Q3. What are the educational qualifications required for these posts?
Ans: Candidates must have passed Second PUC or hold a 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice, along with Senior Grade Kannada and English shorthand (for Stenographer) or typewriting (for Typist) qualifications.
Q4. What is the age limit for General category candidates?
Ans: The maximum age limit for General/Unreserved category candidates is 40 years, reckoned as on 24 August 2026, with a minimum age of 18 years.
Q5. What is the application fee for SC/ST/Category-1 candidates?
Ans: Candidates belonging to SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disability categories are exempted from paying the application fee.
Q6. How can I apply online for the Tumakuru District Court Recruitment 2026?
Ans: You can apply online by visiting the official website tumakuru.dcourts.gov.in, registering, filling out the application form, uploading documents, paying the fee, and submitting it before the last date.