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Zilla Panchayat Shivamogga Invites Application for 52 Bill Collector, Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026

Active Recruitment: 6 days remaining to apply (Deadline: 25 September 2026).How to Apply ↓
Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 52 Posts
Last Date
⏰ 25 September 2026
⚡ Quick Highlights ↓ 📄 Download Notification ↓ 📝 How to Apply ↓ 🏛️ Official Website (shivamogga.nic.in)

Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
👥
Total Vacancies
52 Posts
💰
Salary / Pay Scale
As per Govt Norms
📮
Application Mode
Offline (at concerned Grama Panchayat)
Last Date to Apply
25 September 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body Government of Karnataka 📑 Advt / Notification No. ZP SHI/ABHI(4) VIVA-13/2026-27
💼 Post Name Karavasooligar (Bill Collector), Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator 📍 Job Location Shimoga, Karnataka
🎓 Qualification Passed 12th/PUC (or equivalent) with 🎂 Age Criteria The maximum age limit is 40 years for General, 43 years for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-1.
💵 Application Fee Yes. The fee is ₹50 for SC/ST candidates and ₹100 for all other candidates, payable via Demand Draft. 🎯 Selection Method Selection is based on merit. For Karavasooligar, it's based on 12th marks. For Data Entry Operator, it's a combination of 50% 12th marks and 50% computer proficiency test.
🌐 Official Website shivamogga.nic.in ↗ 📄 Notification Document Download Official PDF ↓
📮 Important Notice: Offline Application via Speed / Registered Post

Please Note: This recruitment is strictly processed via Offline Mode. There is no online registration link on any portal. Candidates must download the official notification & application format, fill it out, enclose self-attested copies of supporting documents, and dispatch the envelope through Speed Post or Registered Post before 25 September 2026.

📑 Candidate Enclosure Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
✅ Duly filled & signed official application form
✅ Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate)
✅ Educational Degree & Marksheets (Graduation / Post Graduation)
✅ Experience & Relieving Certificates (Minimum required service)
✅ Last Pay Certificate (LPC) / Pension Payment Order (PPO) for retired officers
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter Card / PAN)

📋 Complete Notification Details

Karavasooligar (Bill Collector), Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator

Zilla Panchayat, Shivamogga

Zilla Panchayat, Shivamogga, invites offline applications from residents of the respective Grama Panchayats for the recruitment of Karavasooligar (Bill Collector) and Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator posts. A total of 52 vacancies are available across 7 taluks. Candidates with 12th pass (Kannada as one subject) and the required computer qualification are eligible. The application process starts on 27 August 2026 and closes on 25 September 2026.

Quick Overview
Particular Details
OrganizationZilla Panchayat, Shivamogga
Post NamesKaravasooligar (Bill Collector), Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator
Total Vacancies52
Application ModeOffline (at concerned Grama Panchayat)
Application Start Date27 August 2026
Last Date to Apply25 September 2026
Job TypeRegular
Job LocationShivamogga District, Karnataka
Official Websiteshivamogga.nic.in
Shivamogga District, Karnataka, 577201, IN

Employment Type:FULL_TIME

Number of Vacancies:52

Post-wise & Category-wise Vacancy Summary

Category Karavasooligar Data Entry Operator Total
General101525
SC358
ST112
Category-1123
Category-2A358
Category-2B112
Category-3A112
Category-3B112

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria Karavasooligar Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator
Educational QualificationPassed 12th/PUC (or equivalent) with Kannada as one language.Passed 12th/PUC (or equivalent) with Kannada as one language + computer training certificate of at least 6 months.
Age Limit (Max)General: 40 years; Category 2A/2B/3A/3B: 43 years; SC/ST/Category-1: 45 years.Same as Karavasooligar.
Residence ConditionMust be a resident of the specific Grama Panchayat where the vacancy exists.
Application FeeSC/ST: ₹50; All Others: ₹100 (via Demand Draft).Same as Karavasooligar.

Salary: As fixed by the Government under applicable Grama Panchayat staff pay rules. Please refer to the official notification for the exact pay scale.

🎯 Selection Process

  • Karavasooligar: Merit list based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying 12th-standard/equivalent examination.
  • Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator: Merit list based on a combined score: 50% weight from the qualifying academic exam marks and 50% weight from a computer proficiency test conducted by the authority.
  • No written competitive examination is mentioned.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

Candidates must apply offline at the concerned Grama Panchayat office. Follow these steps:

  1. Read Notification: Download and read the official notification PDF carefully.
  2. Download Form: Get the prescribed application form from the official website: shivamogga.nic.in.
  3. Fill Application: Fill the form completely and attach self-attested copies of all required certificates.
  4. Prepare Demand Draft: Prepare a Demand Draft (DD) for the application fee in favour of "Chief Executive Officer, Zilla Panchayat, Shivamogga".
  5. Submit Application: Submit the completed application, along with documents and the DD, to the concerned Grama Panchayat office (Panchayat Development Officer) between 27 August 2026 and 25 September 2026.

Last Date: 25 September 2026.

Important: Only residents of the specific Grama Panchayat where a post is vacant are eligible to apply for that post.

📅 Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Date27 August 2026
Application Start Date27 August 2026
Last Date for Application25 September 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment25 September 2026

Official Website:

Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification

Key Instructions for Candidates

  • Residence Condition: Applications are accepted only from residents of the specific Grama Panchayat where the post is vacant.
  • Offline Application Only: Submit the application at the concerned Grama Panchayat office. No online mode.
  • Application Fee: Pay the fee via Demand Draft. The DD is verified at the final selection stage.
  • Eligibility Check: Ensure you have 12th pass with Kannada as one language and the required computer qualification (6 months for DEO).
  • Age Limit: Check the maximum age for your category (General: 40, OBC: 43, SC/ST/Cat-1: 45).
  • Document Attestation: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (residence certificate, caste certificate, educational certificates, etc.).
  • Selection: Selection is merit-based. The Data Entry Operator post includes a computer proficiency test.
  • Check Official Sources: Regularly visit the Shivamogga district website for any updates.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for Zilla Panchayat Shivamogga Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application is 25 September 2026.
How many vacancies are available?
A total of 52 vacancies are available: 21 for Karavasooligar and 31 for Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator.
What is the required qualification?
Candidates must have passed 12th/PUC (or equivalent) with Kannada as one language. For Data Entry Operator, a computer training certificate of at least 6 months is additionally required.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age limit is 40 years for General, 43 years for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-1.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. The fee is ₹50 for SC/ST candidates and ₹100 for all other candidates, payable via Demand Draft.
Can I apply for a post in any Grama Panchayat?
No. You must be a resident of the specific Grama Panchayat where the post is vacant.
What is the selection process?
Selection is based on merit. For Karavasooligar, it's based on 12th marks. For Data Entry Operator, it's a combination of 50% 12th marks and 50% computer proficiency test.
What is the application mode?
The application mode is offline. Applications must be submitted at the concerned Grama Panchayat office.