Apply Online for 24,752 Safai Karmachari Posts – Meet Academy

The Department of Local Self Government (DLB / Swayatt Shasan Vibhag), Government of Rajasthan, has released the recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 01/2026) for the massive hiring of Safai Karmachari (Sanitation Workers). Conducted under the Rajasthan Contractual Hiring to Civil Posts Rules, 2022, the official Rajasthan Nagar Nigam recruitment 2026 drive aims to fill 24,752 vacancies across 183 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs / Nagarpalika, Nagar Parishad, and Nagar Nigam) throughout the state.

Eligible candidates with at least 1 year of sanitation work experience in an urban local body can submit their applications online through the official Rajasthan SSO portal before the registration deadline of 28 September 2026.

Rajasthan Nagar Nigam Recruitment 2026: Key Overview

Important Dates and Schedule

Mark these dates to complete the application, fee payment, and document verification stages on time:

• Online Registration & Portal Opening Date: 15 August 2026
• Closing Date for Submission of Online Form: 28 September 2026 (till 11:59 PM)
• Cut-Off Date for Age Assessment: 01 January 2027
• Experience Certificate Issue Window: Must be issued between 01 August 2026 and 28 September 2026
• Lottery Selection & Document Scrutiny Dates: To be notified separately by the DLB

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown: 183 Urban Local Bodies

The 24,752 posts are divided into Non-Scheduled Areas (24,277 posts) and Scheduled Areas (475 posts) across Rajasthan’s municipalities and municipal corporations.

Single ULB Application Rule: An applicant is strictly allowed to apply for only one Urban Local Body (ULB). Submitting forms for multiple municipal bodies will lead to immediate cancellation of all applications without any fee refund.

1. Major Municipal Corporations & Urban Local Bodies (Non-Scheduled Areas)

Here is the post distribution across key administrative zones and municipal councils:

2. Scheduled Area (TSP / अनुसूचित क्षेत्र) Vacancies

Note: Only bona fide residents belonging to the Scheduled Areas (TSP) of Rajasthan are eligible to apply for the Scheduled Area posts.

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

Before filling out the online application form for the Nagar Nigam recruitment 2026, review the mandatory eligibility requirements:

[Eligibility Breakdown]
  
  ├── Education: No formal minimum schooling barrier
  ├── Experience: Minimum 1 year in ULB sanitation / cleaning work
  │               (Certificate issued between 01.08.2026 & 28.09.2026)
  └── Age: 21 to 40 years as of 01.01.2027 (Relaxations applicable)

1. Domicile Requirement

• The applicant must be a permanent/bona fide resident
• Applicants from other states will be categorized under the Unreserved (General) category and will not be eligible for state-specific reservation benefits.

2. Educational Qualification

• No minimum formal schooling is required for the Safai Karmachari post. Candidates from all educational backgrounds who fulfill the experience criteria can apply.

3. Mandatory Work Experience

• Candidates must possess at least 1 year of practical experience in sanitation/cleaning (safai karya) in any Urban Local Body (Nagar Nigam, Nagar Parishad, Nagarpalika) or government-contracted sanitation setup within Rajasthan.
• Continuous or Aggregate: The 1-year experience can be completed in a single continuous stretch or accumulated across separate stints.
• Certificate Validity: The official experience certificate must be issued by the competent ULB authority on the prescribed official proforma between 01 August 2026 and 28 September 2026.

4. Health and Fitness Standards

• Candidates must be in sound mental and physical health.
• Final selection requires a medical fitness certificate issued by the Chief Medical & Health Officer (CMHO) or a designated Medical Jurist. Character verification via state police reports is also mandatory.

Age Limit and Relaxations

The age limit for candidates applying under the Rajasthan Nagar Nigam recruitment 2026 is evaluated as of 01 January 2027:

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years

Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxation:

Note: Age relaxations are non-cumulative; an applicant can avail only the single most advantageous relaxation category.

Selection Process: Automated Lottery Mechanism

Unlike regular written competitive examinations, the Rajasthan Nagar Nigam recruitment 2026 selection is conducted via a transparent Computerized Lottery System designed by the Department of Information Technology & Communication (DoIT&C), Government of Rajasthan.

The lottery runs category-wise for each urban local body following this strict 3-Tier Priority Matrix:

[Lottery Priority Hierarchy]
 ┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
 │ Priority 1: 1-Year Experience in the SAME ULB applied  │
 └──────────────────────────┬─────────────────────────────┘
                            │ (If vacancies remain unfilled)
                            ▼
 ┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
 │ Priority 2: 1-Year Experience in OTHER ULB (Same Dist) │
 └──────────────────────────┬─────────────────────────────┘
                            │ (If vacancies still remain unfilled)
                            ▼
 ┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
 │ Priority 3: 1-Year Experience in ANY ULB across State  │
 └────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

1. First Preference (Priority 1): Eligible candidates holding 1 year of sanitation experience within the exact same municipal body (ULB) where they have applied.
2. Second Preference (Priority 2): If vacancies remain unfilled after Priority 1, candidates who worked in any other ULB within the same administrative district enter the lottery.
3. Third Preference (Priority 3): If seats still remain vacant, eligible candidates with valid experience from any urban local body across Rajasthan are considered.

One-Time Registration (OTR) and Application Fees

To apply through the Rajasthan SSO recruitment portal, applicants must pay the standard One-Time Registration (OTR) fee (if not already paid in prior recruitments):

Candidates who have already completed their OTR verification and paid the fee on the SSO portal do not need to pay again.

Reservation Policies (Horizontal & Vertical)

The recruitment follows Rajasthan state reservation guidelines:

• Women Reservation: 30% horizontal reservation across all categories.
• Ex-Servicemen: 15% reservation per Rajasthan Civil Services Rules.
• Outstanding Sportspersons: 2% horizontal reservation.
• Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan): 4% reservation across eligible categories.
• EWS: 10% vertical reservation.
• MBC (Most Backward Classes): 5% reservation.
• Sahariya Tribe (Baran District): Specific reserved seats as notified by state orders.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to submit your form for the Rajasthan Nagar Nigam recruitment 2026:

1.Log in to Rajasthan SSO Portal:Update your Jan Aadhaar profile before starting.

Visit the official Single Sign-On portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in. Enter your Digital Identity (SSO ID/Username) and Password. If you do not have an SSO ID, click Registration and link your Jan Aadhaar Card or Google Account.

2.Navigate to Recruitment Portal:

On the Citizen Dashboard (G2C), search and click on the Recruitment Portal (Recruitment State) icon.

3.Complete One-Time Registration (OTR):Required only for first-time applicants.

If not already done, complete your OTR by verifying your Aadhaar / Jan Aadhaar data and paying the required OTR fee (₹600 for General, ₹400 for Reserved).

4.Select Safai Karmachari Bharti 2026:

Under the Ongoing Recruitments tab, locate “Direct Recruitment of Contractual Safai Karmchari – 2026 (Advt No. 01/2026)” and click on Apply Now.

5.Select Your Urban Local Body (ULB):Choose carefully: Multiple applications cause rejection.

Select the single Municipal Corporation / Council / Board (ULB) you want to apply for. Enter your personal details, residential address, category, and past experience details.

6.Upload Documents and Experience Certificate:Adhere strictly to specified resolution and sizes.

Upload your recent passport-sized photograph, scanned signature, valid 1-year ULB experience certificate, domicile certificate, and caste certificate.

7.Preview, Submit, and Print Application:Keep a printed copy for lottery and verification rounds.

Carefully check the application preview. Confirm all entries and submit the form. Download and print the generated Application Form with Application ID for future reference.

Documents Required for Application & Scrutiny

Keep the following original documents and digital copies ready:

1. Jan Aadhaar Card / Aadhaar Card (Linked with an active mobile number)
2. Bona Fide Domicile Certificate (Mool Niwas Praman Patra)
3. 1-Year Sanitation Experience Certificate issued by an authorized ULB officer on the prescribed format (dated between 01.08.2026 and 28.09.2026)
4. Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS), where applicable
5. Birth Date Proof (10th marksheet, municipal birth certificate, or school transfer certificate)
6. Recent Passport-size Photograph and clean signature scan
7. Marriage / Widow / Divorce Certificate (if claiming related relaxations)
8. Disability Certificate (for Divyangjan candidates)
9. Ex-Servicemen Service Book / Discharge Certificate (if applicable)

Official Links & Portal Access

• Official LSG Department Website:Local Self Government
• Online SSO Application Portal:SSO Portal
• Helpdesk & Support: Available through the SSO grievance and DLB helpline portals

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the total number of vacancies in Rajasthan Nagar Nigam recruitment 2026?

The recruitment is being held for a total of 24,752 Safai Karmachari posts across 183 Urban Local Bodies in Rajasthan (24,277 in Non-Scheduled Areas and 475 in Scheduled Areas).

2. Can an applicant apply for more than one Nagar Nigam or ULB?

No. An applicant can apply to only one Urban Local Body. Submitting applications for multiple municipalities will result in the rejection of all submitted forms.

3. What is the educational qualification required for this post?

There is no minimum formal educational qualification prescribed. Candidates with any or no schooling can apply, provided they have at least 1 year of sanitation experience in an urban local body.

4. What is the selection process for Rajasthan Safai Karmachari Bharti?

Selection is conducted through a Computerized Lottery System based on a 3-tier priority matrix favoring candidates with experience in the same municipal body, followed by the same district, and then other parts of Rajasthan.

5. What is the last date to apply online?

The last date to complete online registration and submit the application form on the SSO portal is 28 September 2026 (23:59 Hrs).