- Recruitment for 13 temporary Kotwal (District Revenue Servant) positions across Tehsildar offices in Andheri, Borivali, and Kurla under Mumbai Suburban District.
- Positions are honorarium-based and ungraded, with no retirement benefits. Appointments are temporary.
- Candidates must be local residents of the respective taluka (Andheri, Borivali, or Kurla) and possess a minimum 4th standard pass qualification.
- Strong Marathi language proficiency is mandatory. Applicants must be between 18 and 40 years old as of 24 October 2026.
- Selection involves a written examination (100 marks, 1 hour) on 15 November 2026, followed by document verification and medical/character checks.
- The examination will be conducted in Marathi medium and includes topics like General Knowledge, Marathi, Mathematics, Science, History & Civics, Geography, and Mumbai Suburban District-specific questions.
- No negative marking is mentioned in the official notification.
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Kotwal (District Revenue Servant) Recruitment 2026
Mumbai Suburban District Administration
Total Vacancies
13
Job Location
Mumbai Suburban District (Andheri, Borivali, Kurla)
Apply Start
08 Oct 2026
Apply Deadline
24 Oct 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Mumbai Suburban District Administration (Mumbai Suburban District) |
| Job Category | Administrative |
| Eligibility Qualification | 5th Pass (5th-pass) |
| Number of Vacancies | 13 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Honorarium basis (un-graded temporary position). No fixed salary mentioned; appointment is honorarium-based. |
| Age Limits | 18 to 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Open Category / General: Rs. 700/- (via Demand Draft). • Backward Classes / Economically Weaker Section (EWS): Rs. 500/- (via Demand Draft). • Application Form Price: Rs. 20/- (in cash, payable at Tehsildar office). • Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Demand Draft must be drawn in favor of 'तहसिलदार अंधेरी तथा सदस्य सचिव, कोतवाल निवड समिती' payable at Mumbai. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be a local resident of the respective taluka (Andheri, Borivali, or Kurla) for which the candidate is applying.
- Educational Qualification: Minimum 4th standard pass. Must have a good command of the Marathi language.
- Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 years as of 24 October 2026.
- Physical and Moral Fitness: Candidates must be capable of discharging Kotwal duties and possess good moral character and physical fitness.
- Educational Qualification: Minimum 4th standard pass. Must have a good command of the Marathi language.
- Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 years as of 24 October 2026.
- Physical and Moral Fitness: Candidates must be capable of discharging Kotwal duties and possess good moral character and physical fitness.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Written Examination: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (100 marks, 1 hour duration) on 15 November 2026 (11:00 AM to 12:00 PM).
- Document Verification: Verification of submitted documents and certificates.
- Medical and Character Verification: Final checks for medical fitness and character.
- Document Verification: Verification of submitted documents and certificates.
- Medical and Character Verification: Final checks for medical fitness and character.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
📂 Required Documents
- True copy of educational qualification mark sheets/certificates (minimum 4th standard pass).
- 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 (if applicable, issued as per Government Resolutions).
- Two recent passport-size color photographs (self-attested).
- 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 (if applicable, issued as per Government Resolutions).
- Two recent passport-size color photographs (self-attested).
💳 Application Fee Details
• Open Category / General: Rs. 700/- (via Demand Draft).
• Backward Classes / Economically Weaker Section (EWS): Rs. 500/- (via Demand Draft).
• Application Form Price: Rs. 20/- (in cash, payable at Tehsildar office).
• Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Demand Draft must be drawn in favor of 'तहसिलदार अंधेरी तथा सदस्य सचिव, कोतवाल निवड समिती' payable at Mumbai.
• Backward Classes / Economically Weaker Section (EWS): Rs. 500/- (via Demand Draft).
• Application Form Price: Rs. 20/- (in cash, payable at Tehsildar office).
• Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Demand Draft must be drawn in favor of 'तहसिलदार अंधेरी तथा सदस्य सचिव, कोतवाल निवड समिती' payable at Mumbai.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Kotwal (District Revenue Servant) recruitment in Mumbai Suburban District?
There are a total of 13 vacancies distributed across Tehsildar Andheri (6), Borivali (3), and Kurla (4).
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Kotwal recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit offline applications is 24 October 2026 up to 6:15 PM.
Q.
What is the application fee for the Kotwal recruitment, and how should it be paid?
The application fee is Rs. 700/- for General/OBC and Rs. 500/- for EWS/Backward Classes. It must be paid via Demand Draft in favor of 'तहसिलदार अंधेरी तथा सदस्य सचिव, कोतवाल निवड समिती' payable at Mumbai. The form price is Rs. 20/- in cash.
Q.
What is the age limit for applicants in the Kotwal recruitment?
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years old as of 24 October 2026.
Q.
Is the Kotwal position a permanent or temporary appointment?
The appointment is temporary and honorarium-based, with no retirement benefits. Selected candidates must also submit a Rs. 100/- bond agreeing to relocation within the taluka if required.