The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, District Urban Development Cell, Gadag, Karnataka has released a recruitment notification for 154 Pourakarmika (Municipal Sanitation Worker) posts in Gadag-Betageri City Municipal Council.
The recruitment is on a direct-payment/honorarium basis and is temporary in nature. Candidates who can speak Kannada and are aged 18 to 50 years can apply. No formal educational qualification is required. Applications must be submitted offline from 29 August 2026 to 30 September 2026.
Gadag Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | District Urban Development Cell, Gadag |
| Post Name | Pourakarmika |
| Total Posts | 154 |
| Age Limit | 18–50 Years |
| Qualification | No Formal Educational Qualification |
| Application Fee | ₹100 / ₹200 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Salary | As per applicable Minimum Wage notification + ESI/PF |
| Experience | Experience gives priority – 1 year+ relevant local-body service |
| Eligibility | Indian citizens who can speak Kannada and meet the prescribed conditions |
| Job Location | Gadag-Betageri, Karnataka |
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Preference is given to candidates having at least 1 year of previous service as Pourakarmika, Loader, UGD Helper, Cleaner/Helper or other eligible sanitation-related roles in local bodies of Gadag district. Candidates claiming priority must submit valid service proof.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
| Pourakarmika | 154 |
| Reserved for eligible legal heirs under Manual Scavengers Act | 15 |
The recruitment is for Gadag-Betageri City Municipal Council.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 29 August 2026 |
| Application Starts | 29 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
No formal educational qualification is required for the Pourakarmika post. Candidates must be able to speak Kannada.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 50 Years
- No age relaxation is available as per the notification.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/Category-1/Women: ₹100
- General/2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹200
- Fee must be paid through Demand Draft (DD) as prescribed in the notification.
Selection Process
There is no written examination or interview. Selection is based mainly on scrutiny and the priority criteria mentioned in the notification, including previous eligible local-body service.
Candidates with relevant prior experience may receive priority. Where eligible candidates have equal service tenure and age, selection may be made through lottery as prescribed.
How to Apply for Gadag Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026
- Obtain the prescribed application form from the District Urban Development Cell, Gadag or Gadag-Betageri City Municipal Council.
- Fill out the application form correctly.
- Attach self-attested documents, including age proof and experience/service documents where applicable.
- Prepare the required Demand Draft.
- Submit the complete application through the concerned local body.
- Ensure the application reaches the concerned office by 30 September 2026.
Important: Applications sent directly while bypassing the concerned local body may not be considered. This is an offline recruitment, so there is no online application portal.
Official Notification / Details PDF
Candidates should read the complete notification before applying. The PDF contains the vacancy details, eligibility conditions, priority rules, application procedure, fee and required documents.
Details PDF: Download Gadag Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026 Notification
Official Apply Information
Since this recruitment is offline, candidates must obtain and submit the prescribed form through the concerned local body rather than applying online.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Mode | Offline – Through Concerned Local Body |
| Details PDF | Gadag Pourakarmika Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Gadag District Official Website |
About Gadag District Administration
The Gadag District Administration manages various civic and urban development activities in the district through its concerned local bodies. This recruitment is being conducted for Pourakarmika services in Gadag-Betageri City Municipal Council.
FAQs
Q.1 How many posts are available in Gadag Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026?
There are 154 Pourakarmika vacancies.
Q.2 What is the qualification?
No formal educational qualification is required, but candidates must be able to speak Kannada.
Q.3 What is the age limit?
Candidates should be 18 to 50 years old.
Q.4 Is experience important?
Yes. Candidates with eligible previous local-body sanitation/service experience receive priority as per the notification.
Q.5 Is there an online application?
No. The application process is offline through the concerned local body.
Q.6 What is the last date?
The last date for submitting the application is 30 September 2026.
Q.7 Is this a permanent government job?
No. The engagement is on a direct-payment/honorarium basis and is temporary in nature. It does not automatically provide a right to regularisation.