Sindhudurg District has notified 15 contractual vacancies for the Mahsul Sevak (Kotwal) post on a purely temporary and ad-hoc basis, open only to local residents of the respective taluka. The post carries a consolidated pay of Rs. 15,000 per month. Eligible candidates can apply offline from 2 October 2026 to 17 October 2026 at 6:15 PM by collecting the prescribed form by paying Rs. 50 cash and submitting the completed form in person at the respective Tehsildar Office Devgad, Kankavli or Vaibhavwadi. The selection process consists of a Written Test, Document Verification, and Merit List, with the written exam scheduled for 15 November 2026.
Sindhudurg District Mahsul Sevak (Kotwal) Quick Facts
Particulars
Details
Organisation or Board
Sindhudurg District (Tehsildar Office Devgad, Kankavli & Vaibhavwadi)
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Posts
Mahsul Sevak (Kotwal)
Total Vacancies
15
Who Can Apply
Local residents of the respective taluka satisfying age and qualification criteria
Age Limit
18 to 40 years as of the date of the advertisement (02.10.2026)
Pay
Rs. 15,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Application Fee
Rs. 50/- for form / Rs. 200/- for reserved categories / Rs. 300/- for other candidates (paid at Tehsildar office / exam fee as specified)
Application Window
02.10.2026 to 17.10.2026 (up to 06.15 PM)
Exam Date
15.11.2026 (Sunday, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Selection
Written Test and Merit List
Apply At
In person at respective Tehsildar Office (Devgad, Kankavli, or Vaibhavwadi)
Vacancy Details
A total of 15 vacancies are distributed across Devgad, Kankavli, and Vaibhavwadi talukas as detailed below.
Taluka
Post Name
Vacancies
Category Break-up
Devgad
Mahsul Sevak (Kotwal)
04
Scheduled Caste (SC): 1, Scheduled Tribe (ST): 1 (Mahila: 1), Unreserved (Arakhiv): 2 (Mahila: 1 unreserved pool / 3 total unreserved across types)
NT(D): 1, Special Backward Class (SBC): 1 (Mahila: 1), SEBC: 1
Who Can Apply
Conditions for Every Post
Candidates must be local residents of the respective taluka where they are applying.
Candidates must have knowledge of Marathi.
Candidates must be physically and mentally fit to perform Kotwal duties.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as of 02.10.2026. Upper age relaxations apply to reserved categories as per government norms.
Qualification
Post
Qualification Required
Mahsul Sevak (Kotwal)
Minimum 4th standard passed.
Sindhudurg District Mahsul Sevak (Kotwal) Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Date
02.10.2026
Application Start Date
02.10.2026 (09:45 AM)
Application Last Date
17.10.2026 (up to 06.15 PM)
Display of Eligible/Ineligible List
02.11.2026 (Monday)
Admit Card Download Window
04.11.2026 to 10.11.2026
Written Examination Date
15.11.2026 (11:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Display of Merit List / Selection List
16.11.2026
Document Verification
17.11.2026 to 27.11.2026
Issuance of Appointment Orders
28.11.2026
Application Fee
Category
Fee
Form Fee (at Tehsildar Office)
Rs. 50/- (cash)
Reserved Category Exam Fee
Rs. 200/-
Unreserved / Other Category Exam Fee
Rs. 300/-
The application form costs Rs. 50/- payable in cash at the Tehsildar office. Examination fees are Rs. 200/- for reserved categories and Rs. 300/- for other candidates, non-refundable, paid along with the application as per notification guidelines.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process comprises a written examination followed by document verification and preparation of a merit list.
Stage
Who Takes It
Scored or Qualifying
Written Examination
Eligible candidates with issued admit cards
Scored (Minimum 40 marks required to pass out of 100)
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates from merit list
Qualifying
Subject / Sections
Questions
Marks
Duration
General Knowledge, Aptitude Test, Marathi, Mathematics, Science, History & Civics, Sindhudurg District Knowledge
50
100
1 Hour (11:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
The written exam consists of objective multiple-choice questions (50 questions for 100 marks). There is no negative marking. Candidates must secure a minimum of 40 marks to pass.
How to Apply for Sindhudurg District Mahsul Sevak (Kotwal)
Obtain the prescribed application form from the respective Tehsildar Office (Devgad, Kankavli, or Vaibhavwadi) by paying Rs. 50/- in cash between 02.10.2026 and 17.10.2026 (up to 06:15 PM).
Fill out the application form completely with accurate details and attach self-attested copies of required educational, age, domicile, and caste certificates along with a passport-size photograph pasted on the form.
Submit the completed application form in person at the respective Tehsildar Office on all working days (including 17.10.2026 despite it being a government holiday). Applications sent via post, courier, or email will not be accepted.
