The Koppal District Urban Development Cell is inviting applications for the post of Pourakarmika (Municipal Sanitation Worker) with a total of 48 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 22.10.2026.
Koppal District Urban Development Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026: 48: Overview
| Organization | Koppal District Urban Development Cell |
| Post Name | Pourakarmika (Municipal Sanitation Worker) |
| Advt No | Ka.Sa.No.507734::KePi-Di-11/23/2026, dated 21.09.2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 48 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Nagarasabhe Koppal and Nagarasabhe Gangavati, Koppal district, Karnataka |
| Official Website | nrai.in |

Important Dates
The following are the important dates for the recruitment process.
| Notification Date | 21.09.2026 |
| Start Date for Application Submission | 22.09.2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 22.10.2026 |
| Selection/Appointment List | Not specified |
Application Fee
Candidates must pay an application fee as detailed below.
| Category | Fee |
| Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Category-1, and Women candidates | ₹100 |
| General category, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B categories | ₹200 |
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is as follows.
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 50 years |
No age relaxation is available under this recruitment.
Vacancy Details
A total of 48 direct-payment Pourakarmika posts are available across the two City Municipal Councils of Koppal district.
| Urban Local Body | Nera Paavati Pourakarmika Posts | Posts Reserved under Manual Scavengers Act (10%) | Total Vacant Direct-Payment Posts |
| Nagarasabhe Koppal | 15 | 2 | 17 |
| Nagarasabhe Gangavati | 27 | 4 | 31 |
| Total | 42 | 6 | 48 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for the Pourakarmika position. There is no formal educational qualification required, but candidates must be able to speak the Kannada language. Additionally, applicants must be Indian citizens and must have completed 18 years of age as of the notification date (21.09.2026), and must not exceed 50 years of age. There is no relaxation available in age.
| Post | Total Posts | Minimum Eligibility |
| Pourakarmika | 48 | 1. No formal educational qualification required. 2. Candidate must be able to speak the Kannada language. 3. Age must be between 18 and 50 years. |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary details for the Pourakarmika position are not specified in the notification.
| Salary Details | Not specified |
Selection Process
The selection process is based on a scrutiny-and-priority-based method, with no written examination or interview conducted. The stages of selection are as follows:
- Priority 1: Candidates with at least one year’s prior service as Pourakarmika or related roles.
- Priority 2: Family members of Pourakarmikas who died while on COVID-19 sanitation duty.
- Priority 3: Candidates with at least one year’s experience in allied roles.
- Priority 4: 10% of posts reserved for legal heirs of persons who died under the Manual Scavengers Act.
How to Apply
Candidates should follow the steps below to apply for the position.
- Obtain the prescribed application form from Nagarasabhe Koppal or Nagarasabhe Gangavati.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, age, and category details.
- Attach self-attested copies of all supporting documents specified in the application form.
- Prepare a Demand Draft for the applicable fee, drawn in favour of the respective Nagarasabhe.
- Submit the complete application, along with the fee DD and all enclosures, at the concerned office before the closing date.
- Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 22.10.2026; late applications will not be accepted.
- Submit a separate application for each post, attaching all required documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers are not eligible for the Pourakarmika position as the selection process prioritizes candidates with prior service experience.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates need to provide age proof, category certificates if applicable, and proof of prior service if claiming priority.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, candidates can submit separate applications for each post they wish to apply for.
What is the mode of application?
The application must be submitted offline only, through the concerned Nagarasabhe office.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: Koppal District Urban Development Cell
- पद: Pourakarmika (Municipal Sanitation Worker)
- कुल पद: 48
- योग्यता: कोई औपचारिक शैक्षणिक योग्यता आवश्यक नहीं
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 50 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 22.10.2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: निर्धारित आवेदन पत्र भरकर संबंधित कार्यालय में जमा करें
| Koppal District Urban Development Pourakarmika Recruitment 2026: 48 – Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| Official Website (koppaldudc.mrc.gov.in) | Open |
| Official Sources | |
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| Source 1 | koppal.nic.in |
| Source 2 | koppal.nic.in |