SDO Shirpur Recruitment 2026: 34 Mahasul Sevak (Kotwal) Posts – Apply

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Each post is assigned to a specific saja (village). The total of 34 posts are distributed across sajas in talukas of the Shirpur sub-division, Dhule district, Maharashtra. Shirpur taluka alone accounts for 16 sajas. The recruitment process is conducted saja-wise, with one post per saja.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Educational Qualification: Minimum 4th Pass
• Residency: Must be a local resident of a village included in the saja applied for, with a residence certificate from the Gram Mahasul Adhikari
• Physical Fitness: Must be physically capable of performing the field-level duties of the post, supported by a medical fitness certificate
• Domicile: Must hold a Maharashtra age and domicile certificate
• Character: No criminal case recorded and no penalty or punishment by any court
• Small Family Condition: Candidates with more than two children born after 28-03-2005 must submit a small family declaration in Form A

Disqualifications & Exclusions

• No reservation for persons with disabilities on this post
• No horizontal reservation for project-affected persons, ex-servicemen, or sportspersons

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Written Examination: Objective multiple-choice test of 50 questions on General Knowledge, carrying 100 marks. A minimum of 40 marks is required to qualify.
2. Document Verification: Candidates who clear the written test based on merit will be called for original document verification. A provisional list will be published at the Tahsil office and on the official website.
3. Final Selection List: Published after completion of document verification.

• Preference Clause: Heirs of the previous Kotwal of the relevant saja receive preference when all other criteria are equal.
• Examination Conduct: The exam for posts in all talukas of the Shirpur sub-division will be held on the same day at the same time.
• TA/DA: No travel or other expense will be paid for the written examination or document verification.
• Admit Card: Only candidates who download the admit card from the official website will be permitted entry to the examination hall.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

1. Original educational and other certificates at the time of document verification
2. Caste certificate and, where applicable, non-creamy layer certificate valid up to 31-03-2027
3. Police station certificate of good character / no criminal record
4. Physical fitness certificate from the Superintendent, Rural Hospital or a senior medical officer
5. Affidavit on Rs. 100 stamp paper declaring no connection with any political party
6. Small family declaration in Form A
7. Maharashtra age and domicile certificate
8. Gram Mahasul Adhikari's residence certificate for the applied saja village
9. Latest passport-size photograph and signature scanned as per website instructions

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official application portal at dhule.bhartiportal.org
2. Register and complete the online application between 05-11-2026 10:00 AM and 20-11-2026 05:45 PM
3. Upload educational documents, certificates, undertakings, and the Gram Mahasul Adhikari's residence certificate for the saja village
4. Upload a latest passport-size photograph and signature as per the website instructions
5. Pay the application fee online via net banking, debit card, credit card, Google Pay, or PhonePe (bank charges extra)
6. Apply for only one saja — details filled in the online form cannot be changed after submission

Key Rules & Conditions

• The post is purely temporary, governed by Revenue and Forest Department resolution No. PKA/1051/L-6 dated 07-05-1959
• A caste validity certificate must be submitted within 6 months of provisional appointment, failing which the appointment will be cancelled retrospectively
• Candidates registered earlier with employment exchange or other offices must apply online separately
• Number of posts and reservation may increase or decrease
• Admit card, schedule, and notices will be published only on the official website — nothing will be sent by post

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for SDO Shirpur Mahasul Sevak Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online application and fee payment is 20 November 2026 (05:45 PM). The application window opens on 05 November 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Where can I apply for SDO Shirpur Recruitment 2026?

Applications must be submitted only online at the official portal dhule.bhartiportal.org. No offline or postal applications are accepted.

What is the application fee for SDO Shirpur Mahasul Sevak?

The application fee is Rs. 600 for Open Category and Rs. 500 for Backward Category. Payment is online only via net banking, debit card, credit card, Google Pay, or PhonePe.

Is this a permanent government job?

No. The Mahasul Sevak (Kotwal) post is purely temporary and contractual. It is governed by Revenue and Forest Department resolution No. PKA/1051/L-6 dated 07-05-1959. Candidates receive a monthly honorarium of Rs. 15,000 and are not entitled to permanent government job benefits such as pension.

What is the salary for Mahasul Sevak (Kotwal)?

The monthly remuneration is a fixed honorarium of Rs. 15,000 per month. No additional allowances or benefits are specified.

When is the written examination for SDO Shirpur Recruitment 2026?

The written examination is scheduled for 13 December 2026 (Sunday). It will be an objective multiple-choice test of 50 questions on General Knowledge carrying 100 marks. Admit cards will be available for download from the website between 01 December 2026 and 08 December 2026.