RDPR Karnataka Ombudsman Recruitment 2026

About This Job

RDPR Karnataka has released notification for Ombudsman posts across 12 districts in Karnataka under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS). Candidates who have a Graduation degree and at least 10 years of experience in public administration, law, agriculture, social service, or management can apply offline. Last date to submit your application is 24 April 2026. You will receive an honorarium of Rs. 10,000 per month plus Rs. 2,250 per sitting, with a maximum cap of Rs. 45,000 per month.

Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department Karnataka Ombudsman Recruitment 2026

The Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department (RDPR), Karnataka, through its Commissionerate of Rural Development, has invited applications for the position of Ombudsman in several district-level Zilla Panchayats. The Ombudsman role is created under the MGNREGS to handle grievances related to employment guarantee at the district level. This is a part-time contractual position with a 2-year tenure that can be extended. Experienced professionals from public administration, legal, agricultural, educational, social service, or management backgrounds should consider this opportunity to contribute to rural governance.

District-Wise Vacancies

Ombudsman positions are available in the following 12 districts of Karnataka:

• Bagalkot
• Bengaluru Gramantara (Rural)
• Belagavi
• Bidar
• Chitradurga
• Davanagere
• Gadag
• Hassan
• Koppal
• Kolar
• Mysuru
• Shivamogga

Each district will have one Ombudsman position. Candidates must indicate their preferred district(s) in the application.

Who Can Apply?

• Educational Qualification: You must hold a Graduation degree from any recognized university.
• Experience: You need at least 10 years of service experience in any one of the following fields:
  • Public Administration
  • Law
  • Agriculture
  • Social Service
  • Management
• Community Work: Experience working with public or community organizations is mandatory.
• Clean Record: You must not have any criminal conviction or pending criminal case. You should not have been dismissed or removed from government service.
• Political Neutrality: You must not be a member of any political party or any specified organization.
• Organizational Independence: You should not be a current member of any State or National level political party, or any proscribed organization. Candidates who are members of specified organizations (as noted in the official notification) must provide a certificate of non-membership.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 66 years as on 01 March 2026.
• There is no minimum age specified, but the 10-year experience requirement effectively makes this a mid-to-senior career position.

Salary and Honorarium

• Monthly honorarium: Rs. 10,000
• Sitting fee: Rs. 2,250 per sitting
• Maximum monthly compensation: Rs. 45,000 (including honorarium and sitting fees)
• This is a part-time contractual position, not a regular government post. Allowances like DA and HRA do not apply.

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: Your application will be reviewed for eligibility based on qualification, experience, and other criteria mentioned in the notification.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will need to submit original documents for verification.
3. Merit-Based Selection: Final selection will be based on your qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role. The appointing authority reserves the right to make the final selection.

There is no written exam for this position. Selection is purely based on merit and document verification.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official RDPR Karnataka website at www.rdpr.karnataka.gov.in and download the prescribed application form from the notification.
2. Fill in all the required details in the application form carefully. Attach a recent passport-size photograph.
3. Prepare self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, age proof, etc.).
4. Send your completed application along with all supporting documents to: The Commissionerate of Rural Development, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, 5th Floor, Plot No. 1243, KSIIDC Building, IT Park South Block, Rajajinagar Industrial Estate, Bengaluru - 560010.
5. Your application must reach the above address on or before 24 April 2026 by 5:30 PM.
6. Applications received after the deadline or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 25 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 25 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 24 April 2026 (by 5:30 PM)
• Exam Date: Not applicable (merit-based selection)

• Handle and resolve grievances related to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) at the district level.
• Investigate complaints from workers, job card holders, and other stakeholders regarding wage payments, work allocation, and scheme implementation.
• Conduct hearings and sittings to examine grievances and pass appropriate orders within the powers granted under the scheme guidelines.
• Monitor the implementation of MGNREGS at the Gram Panchayat and Taluk levels within the assigned district.
• Prepare periodic reports on grievance resolution and submit them to the Commissionerate of Rural Development.
• Work with Zilla Panchayat officials, Taluk Panchayat officers, and Gram Panchayat members to ensure proper scheme implementation and transparency.
• Follow the guidelines issued by the Central and State governments regarding the Ombudsman role under MGNREGS.