Mumbai Suburban Kotwal Recruitment 2026: 13 Kotwal (Tehsildar) Posts – Apply Offline @ mumbaisuburban.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

A total of 13 vacancies are distributed across three tahsils in Mumbai Suburban District. The District Collector reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel the recruitment.

Pay: Honorarium basis – this is an un-graded temporary position with no fixed pay scale or retirement benefits.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Nationality & Residency

• The applicant must be a local resident of the respective taluka (Andheri, Borivali, or Kurla) for the Kotwal post they are applying for.
• A residency proof certificate issued by the concerned Tehsildar is mandatory.

Educational Qualification

• Minimum 4th Pass – candidate must possess the relevant mark sheet or certificate.
• Candidate must have good command of the Marathi language.

Age Limit

• Candidates must be between 18 years and 40 years of age as on the last date of application submission, i.e., 24 October 2026.

Other Conditions

• Candidate must be capable of discharging Kotwal duties and must possess good moral character and physical fitness.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection consists of a written examination carrying 100 marks, followed by document verification and medical/character verification.

Written Examination Pattern

• The written test is objective-type MCQ in Marathi medium.
• There is no mention of negative marking in the official notification.
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the examination.

Post-Exam Process

1. Provisional Answer Key: Published on 15 November 2026 after the examination
2. Objection Window: 16 November 2026 up to 12:00 PM
3. Final Answer Key: 16 November 2026 up to 5:00 PM
4. Merit List and Waiting List: 17 November 2026 to 20 November 2026
5. Final Selection and Waiting List: 20 November 2026
6. Appointment Orders: Issued on 28 November 2026

How to Apply for Mumbai Suburban Kotwal Recruitment 2026

1. Obtain the prescribed application form from the office of Tehsildar Andheri, Tehsildar Borivali, or Tehsildar Kurla by paying Rs. 20/- in cash between 8 October 2026 and 24 October 2026 during office working hours.
2. Fill out the application form legibly and correctly with all required details.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, age proof, local residency certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), non-creamy layer certificate, and other required documents along with two recent passport-size photographs pasted on designated spaces with self-signature.
4. Enclose the examination fee via Demand Draft (DD) in favour of 'तहसिलदार अंधेरी तथा सदस्य सचिव, कोतवाल निवड समिती' payable at Mumbai. Cash and cheques are not accepted.
5. Write 'मुंबई उपनगर जिल्हा कोतवाल भरती-२०२६, तालुका (अंधेरी, बोरीवली व कुर्ला पैकीकी १ नमूद करणे आवश्यक)' clearly in bold letters on the envelope.
6. Submit the completed application form along with enclosures either by hand or through registered post to the respective Tehsildar office (Andheri, Borivali, or Kurla) on or before 24 October 2026 up to 6:15 PM.

Note: Applications sent to any authority other than the designated Tehsildar offices will be rejected. Incomplete applications, forms without fee payment, or applications received after the deadline will be rejected summarily. The application fee is non-refundable.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• True copy of educational qualification mark sheets/certificates (minimum 4th Pass mark sheet/certificate)
• Proof of age (School Leaving Certificate or Birth Certificate)
• Proof of local residency of the concerned taluka issued by the Tehsildar
• Attested copy of caste certificate (if claiming reserved category) and validity certificate where applicable
• Marriage registration certificate or name change affidavit (for married women)
• Valid Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate for reserved categories
• EWS eligibility certificate issued as per Government Resolutions
• Two recent passport-size colour photographs

Important Instructions

• The appointment is purely on an honorarium and temporary/unclassified basis, and candidates will not receive retirement benefits.
• Selected candidates must submit a Rs. 100/- bond stating they agree to relocation within the taluka if required.
• Candidates must bring original photo identity cards (Aadhaar Card, Election Card, PAN Card, Smart Card Driving License, etc.) to the examination centre.
• Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, calculators, and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited inside the examination centre.
• The total number of vacancies is subject to increase or decrease as per administrative requirements. The District Collector may cancel the recruitment fully or partly, and no dispute can be raised on this.
• Selected candidates must submit caste validity certificates within six months of the appointment order date.

Mumbai Suburban Kotwal Important Dates

Official Links

• Download Mumbai Suburban Kotwal Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official Mumbai Suburban District Portal

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for Mumbai Suburban Kotwal Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the offline application form is 24 October 2026 up to 6:15 PM. Applications must be submitted either by hand or through registered post to the respective Tehsildar office (Andheri, Borivali, or Kurla).

2. Where can I obtain the application form for the Kotwal recruitment?

The prescribed application form is available at the offices of Tehsildar Andheri, Tehsildar Borivali, and Tehsildar Kurla by paying Rs. 20/- in cash between 8 October 2026 and 24 October 2026 during office working hours.

3. What is the application fee for Mumbai Suburban Kotwal Recruitment?

For Open/General category: Rs. 700/- examination fee + Rs. 20/- form cost = Rs. 720/- total. For Backward Classes / EWS: Rs. 500/- examination fee + Rs. 20/- form cost = Rs. 520/- total. The examination fee must be paid via Demand Draft only in favour of 'तहसिलदार अंधेरी तथा सदस्य सचिव, कोतवाल निवड समिती' payable at Mumbai.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No. The Kotwal appointment is purely on an honorarium basis and is classified as a temporary/ungraded position. Selected candidates will not receive retirement benefits or pension. The District Collector may cancel the recruitment fully or partly at any time.

5. When is the written examination for Mumbai Suburban Kotwal Recruitment?

The written examination is scheduled for 15 November 2026 (Sunday) from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. It will contain 50 objective-type multiple-choice questions in Marathi medium carrying a total of 100 marks.

6. What qualification is required for the Kotwal post?

The minimum educational qualification is 4th Pass with good command of the Marathi language. The applicant must also be a local resident of the respective taluka (Andheri, Borivali, or Kurla) for the Kotwal post they are applying for. Age must be between 18 and 40 years as on 24 October 2026.