Gadag Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026: Apply for 154 Posts
Gadag Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026 Notification
The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Gadag has released a recruitment notification for Pourakarmika posts. This recruitment drive aims to fill 154 vacancies in the Gadag-Betageri Nagar Sabha.

Job Highlights
| Organization | DC Office Gadag |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Pourakarmika |
| Total Vacancies | 154 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Official Website | gadag.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 29 August 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
Applications must be submitted by the last date. Late applications will not be considered.
Vacancy Details
A total of 154 vacancies are available for the post of Pourakarmika in the Gadag-Betageri Nagar Sabha.
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Pourakarmika | 154 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Pourakarmika posts:
- Educational Qualification: No specific educational qualification is mentioned. However, candidates must be able to speak in Kannada.
- Age Limit: Candidates must have completed 18 years of age and should not be more than 50 years old as of the notification release date.
- Citizenship: Applicants must be Indian citizens.
Preference for Applicants
Preference will be given to the following categories of candidates:
- Candidates who have worked on a contract, daily wage, or outsourced basis for at least one year as Pourakarmika, Loaders, UGD/Helpers, Cleaners, or Helpers in local bodies within the district. Proof of service (ESI/PF payment or attendance records) is required.
- One member from the family of a Pourakarmika who died due to COVID-19 or other reasons while working on a contract, daily wage, or outsourced basis in local bodies within the district.
- Local sanitation workers with at least one year of experience as Loaders/UGD Helpers, Cleaners, Helpers, or in waste processing units, public toilets, or zero waste management units on an outsourced basis. Proof of service is required.
- Beneficiaries identified under the Manual Scavengers Act or their family members (spouse, son, daughter) will be considered for 10% of the total vacancies.
If candidates from the above categories are not available, the remaining vacancies will be filled from other categories.
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid through a Demand Draft (DD) in favor of "Director of Planning, District Urban Development Cell, Deputy Commissioner's Office, Gadag".
- SC, ST, Category-1, and Women Candidates: ₹100.00
- General Category, Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: ₹200.00
Applications submitted without the fee or incomplete documents will not be considered.
Salary and Benefits
The salary will be determined as per the Minimum Wages Act of the Labour Department. Candidates will also be provided with PF and ESI facilities as revised by the Labour Department from time to time.
Selected candidates will be appointed on a direct payment basis and will be considered temporary. They will not be eligible for other benefits provided to permanent employees. They cannot demand regularization or approach any court for regularization.
Selection Process
The selection process details are not explicitly mentioned in the notification. However, the recruitment is based on the preference criteria outlined in the notification. Candidates selected will be appointed on a direct payment basis.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates need to submit their applications in the prescribed format through the respective City Local Bodies (Nagar Sabha/Municipal Council).
- Download the application form from the official notification or contact the relevant offices.
- Fill out the application form completely and attach all required documents.
- Submit the filled application form along with the application fee (DD) to the concerned City Local Body (e.g., Municipal Commissioner/Chief Officer of the Nagar Sabha/Municipal Council).
- Direct applications submitted to the Deputy Commissioner's office will not be considered.
The address for obtaining the application form is:
- District Urban Development Cell, Deputy Commissioner's Office, Room No: 123, Gadag.
- Nagar Sabha, Gadag-Betageri.
Documents Required
Candidates must ensure they have the following documents ready:
- Proof of age (e.g., Aadhaar Card, Ration Card, Voter ID).
- Kannada language proficiency proof (if any).
- Caste/Category certificates (if applicable for preference).
- Experience certificates for previous work (if applicable for preference).
- Medical fitness certificate from a medical officer.
- Notary Affidavit as per the conditions mentioned in the notification.
- Any other documents specified in the application form or notification.
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format only.
- False information in the application can lead to disqualification and criminal proceedings.
- Selected candidates will be considered temporary and will not be eligible for other benefits.
- Candidates must be medically fit.
- The Deputy Commissioner, Gadag, reserves the right to postpone, cancel, or modify the recruitment process.
- Candidates should not have been involved in any criminal cases or dismissed from service.
FAQs
- What is the last date to apply for the Gadag Pourakarmika recruitment?
- The last date to apply is 30 September 2026.
- How many vacancies are available for Pourakarmika posts?
- There are 154 vacancies for Pourakarmika posts.
- What is the minimum age limit for applicants?
- Candidates must have completed 18 years of age.
- Is there any educational qualification required?
- No specific educational qualification is required, but candidates must be able to speak in Kannada.
- What is the application fee for General category candidates?
- The application fee for General category candidates is ₹200.00.
- How will candidates be selected?
- Selection will be based on the preference criteria mentioned in the notification. Specific selection stages are not detailed.
- Where can I get the application form?
- The application form can be obtained from the District Urban Development Cell, Deputy Commissioner's Office, Gadag, or the Nagar Sabha, Gadag-Betageri.
Official Notification and Links
For more details, please refer to the official notification and website:
Official Website → Click Here
Notification PDF → Click Here
Job Summary
| Board | DC Office Gadag Vacancy 2026 - 154 Pourakarmika PostsDC Office Gadag Pourakarmika Vacancy 2026 |
| State | Karnataka |
| Qualification | 154 Posts |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 30 Sep 2026 |
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