Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 20 Second Division Assistant Posts

Good news if you’ve been tracking Sarkari Naukri openings in Karnataka — Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026 is officially out, and the High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru, is inviting online applications for 20 Second Division Assistant (SDA) posts. This is a Direct Recruitment drive covering both the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and Backlog posts under the Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR). If you have a degree and are looking for a stable state government job with a respectable Pay Level-4 salary, this is worth your attention. Online applications open on 13th August 2026 and close on 11th September 2026. Here’s a complete, easy-to-follow breakdown of eligibility, salary, selection process, and how to apply without missing a single step.

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Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day! Government application portals tend to slow down as the deadline approaches — try to submit your Karnataka High Court SDA application a few days before 11th September 2026.

About Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026

The High Court of Karnataka has opened Direct Recruitment for Second Division Assistant posts on its own establishment. What makes this notification slightly different from a typical vacancy drive is that it actually covers two separate recruitment processes running side by side — one for the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC), and another for Backlog posts reserved under the Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR), a special category recognised under Article 371J of the Constitution for the region’s development.

Working with a High Court establishment isn’t like a typical clerical government job — SDAs handle case-related documentation, correspondence, and administrative support within one of India’s most respected judicial institutions. That, combined with a Pay Level-4 salary and full central and state government-style service benefits, is what makes Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026 an attractive opportunity for graduates across Karnataka.

Karnataka High Court SDA Notification 2026 PDF — Download Official Notification

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Karnataka High Court SDA Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 20 posts have been notified across the two categories of recruitment.

Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) – 18 Posts

Out of these 18 posts, 1 post under General Merit is horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability (blindness and low vision).

Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR) – 2 Backlog Posts

✅ If you belong to a reserved category or have a benchmark disability, check both tables carefully — several posts are specifically earmarked for these categories, which improves your chances.

Karnataka High Court SDA Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification

You need a Degree in Science, Arts, Commerce, Business Management, Computer Applications, or Business Administration from a recognised university, along with basic knowledge of computer operation. The minimum marks required depend on your category:

• General and OBC candidates: minimum 55% aggregate marks
• SC and ST candidates: minimum 50% aggregate marks

Age Limit (as on the last date of application)

Minimum age is 18 years. Maximum age depends on your category, and there’s some good news this year — a one-time 5-year age relaxation applies across the board.

*This additional 5-year relaxation applies to all categories as per Government Order No. DPAR 262 SeNeNi 2025, dated 29th January 2026 — so even General Merit candidates effectively get up to 40 years to apply this time.

Karnataka High Court SDA Application Fee 2026

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your fee payment receipt saved even after successful submission — you may need it for reference during document verification or in case of a payment dispute.

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Karnataka High Court SDA Salary 2026

Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level-4, drawing a salary in the range of ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month, plus admissible allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other state government benefits. While the exact in-hand figure depends on your posting location and applicable DA/HRA rates, most SDAs at this level can expect a gross monthly salary well above the basic pay once allowances are added — making this a financially secure entry-level government role.

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Karnataka High Court SDA Selection Process 2026

Selection to the SDA post follows the High Court of Karnataka Service Rules, 1973 and 1984, and involves two stages:

1. Competitive Test (Duration: 90 minutes) — includes English Essay writing, Kannada-to-English Translation, and General Knowledge.
2. Interview — conducted for candidates who clear the Competitive Test.

Since the written stage tests language and comprehension skills rather than a fixed syllabus, candidates with strong reading habits in both English and Kannada, along with general awareness, will have a natural advantage.

How to Apply for Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website: judiciary.karnataka.gov.in
2. Look for the Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026 notification link on the homepage or recruitment section.
3. Register using your basic details — name, email ID, and mobile number.
4. Fill in your educational qualification, category, and personal details carefully.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates.
6. Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway.
7. Review your form thoroughly before final submission.
8. Download and save the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your photo (20–50 KB) and signature (10–40 KB) scanned and ready in the correct format before you start — it makes the entire application process much smoother and avoids last-minute upload errors.

Karnataka High Court SDA Apply Online 2026 Link (Active) — Click to Apply

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Summing Up…

If you’ve been looking for a stable state government job with the added prestige of working within a High Court establishment, Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026 is a solid opportunity to apply for. With 20 posts on offer, a Pay Level-4 salary, and a relatively straightforward two-stage selection process, this notification is worth acting on early. Submit your online application before 11th September 2026, keep a printed copy of your confirmation page handy, and start brushing up on your English essay writing, Kannada-English translation, and general knowledge for the Competitive Test. For more Sarkari Naukri alerts, pay commission updates, and state government recruitment news, bookmark govtserviceinfo.com and share this post with friends preparing for government jobs.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the High Court of Karnataka. GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from judiciary.karnataka.gov.in. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.