Rajasthan Safai Karmachari 2026: 24,752 Contract Sanitation Worker Vacancies Announced
The Department of Local Self Government (DLB), Government of Rajasthan has released the official notification (Advertisement No. 01/2026) for the recruitment of 24,752 Sanvida Safai Karmachari (Contract Sanitation Worker) posts across 183 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in the state. This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for candidates with sanitation work experience seeking contractual government employment in Rajasthan.
Short Information
The Department of Local Self Government (DLB), Rajasthan has announced 24,752 vacancies for Sanvida Safai Karmachari posts under the Rajasthan Contractual Hiring to Civil Posts Rules, 2022. The online application window opens on 15 August 2026 and closes on 28 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates must apply exclusively through the Rajasthan SSO portal.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 600/- | Online (via SSO ID / e-Mitra / Jan Suvidha Kendra) |
| Reserved Category (SC/ST/OBC-NC/MBC-NC/EWS) | Rs. 400/- | Online (via SSO ID / e-Mitra / Jan Suvidha Kendra) |
| Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) | Rs. 400/- | Online (via SSO ID / e-Mitra / Jan Suvidha Kendra) |
Note: The fee is a One Time Registration (OTR) charge. Candidates who have already paid the OTR fee in any previous Rajasthan recruitment do not need to pay again.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2027) | Educational Qualification | Experience Requirement | Monthly Honorarium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanvida Safai Karmachari (Contract Sanitation Worker) | 24,752 | Min: 21 Years, Max: 40 Years | No minimum educational qualification required | Minimum 1 year sanitation work experience in any Urban Local Body of Rajasthan (certificate dated on/after 01 Aug 2026) | Rs. 7,410/- |
Age Relaxation (Upper Age Limit)
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Male (Rajasthan Domicile) | 5 Years |
| General Female (Rajasthan Domicile) | 5 Years |
| SC / ST / OBC / MBC / EWS Female (Rajasthan Domicile) | 10 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women | No upper age limit (subject to retirement age of 60 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10 Years (max age 55 years where experience mandatory) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Divyangjan) | Additional 5 years over applicable category relaxation |
| Former Convicts (eligible under rules) | Period of imprisonment undergone |
Important: Age relaxations are non-cumulative; only the highest applicable single relaxation can be availed. Maximum age at appointment cannot exceed 60 years.
Vacancy Distribution Overview
| Area Type | Number of ULBs | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Scheduled Area ULBs | 174 | 24,277 |
| Scheduled Area ULBs | 9 | 475 |
| Total | 183 | 24,752 |
Note: The vacancy count for each ULB may increase or decrease at the discretion of the competent authority. Candidates must verify the latest category-wise breakup for their preferred ULB on the official website before applying. Major ULBs include Jaipur (4,811), Jodhpur (890), Kota (1,357), Bikaner (1,084), and Udaipur (300).
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
There is no written examination for this recruitment. Selection is conducted purely through a computerised lottery system using online software developed by the Department of Information Technology & Communication, Government of Rajasthan.
Lottery Priority Order
- First Priority: Candidates with 1 year sanitation experience in the same ULB applied for.
- Second Priority: If vacancies remain, candidates with 1 year experience in any other ULB of the same district.
- Third Priority: If vacancies still remain, candidates with 1 year experience in any ULB across Rajasthan.
The lottery is conducted category-wise (vertical and horizontal reservation) as per the advertised vacancies for each ULB.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official DLB portal or the Rajasthan SSO portal.
- Log in using your SSO ID and select "Recruitment Portal" under Citizen Apps (G2C).
- Click "Apply Now" for Safai Karmachari Recruitment 2026.
- If not previously registered, complete One Time Registration (OTR) by selecting category (Unreserved/Reserved), disability status, and home state; pay the applicable OTR fee.
- Fill the detailed application form: personal details, category, ULB preference (only one ULB can be selected), and experience details.
- Upload required documents: experience certificate, caste/EWS/disability certificates (if applicable).
- Capture a live photograph as instructed (no editing/tampering permitted) and upload scanned signature/thumb impression (JPEG, 20KB–50KB).
- Review all entries carefully in the preview stage; most fields cannot be corrected after final submission.
- Submit the application and note down the Application ID generated.
- Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Required Documents Checklist
- Aadhaar Card / Jan Aadhaar Card (for OTR registration)
- Caste Certificate (prescribed format), where applicable
- OBC/MBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (with residence & creamy-layer details)
- SC/ST Certificate (issued before application last date)
- EWS Income & Assets Certificate (prescribed format), where applicable
- Disability (UDID) Certificate from authorised medical board/college superintendent (for Divyangjan)
- Sanitation Work Experience Certificate (issued on/after 01 Aug 2026 and before last application date, in prescribed format)
- Marriage Registration Certificate (mandatory for appointment)
- Live photograph (captured during application)
- Scanned signature/thumb impression (JPEG, 20KB–50KB)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Rajasthan Safai Karmachari Bharti 2026?
The online application process closes on 28 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline.
Q2. How many total vacancies are there in this recruitment?
A total of 24,752 posts of Contract Sanitation Worker (Sanvida Safai Karmachari) are advertised across 183 Urban Local Bodies — 24,277 in non-scheduled areas and 475 in scheduled areas.
Q3. What is the monthly salary/honorarium for a Safai Karmachari in Rajasthan?
Selected candidates will receive a monthly honorarium of Rs. 7,410/-, as per the Labour Department notification dated 13 December 2024.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Candidates must be at least 21 years and not more than 40 years of age as on 1 January 2027. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories, women, ex-servicemen, and persons with disabilities as per Rajasthan government rules.
Q5. Is there a written exam for Rajasthan Safai Karmachari Recruitment 2026?
No. Selection is made entirely through a computerised lottery system; there is no written examination or interview.
Q6. What educational qualification is required for this post?
No specific educational qualification has been prescribed. Candidates only need to fulfil the experience requirement.
Q7. Is prior work experience mandatory for this recruitment?
Yes. Candidates must have at least 1 year of sanitation work experience in any Urban Local Body of Rajasthan, supported by a valid experience certificate issued after 1 August 2026.
Q8. What is the OTR registration fee for Rajasthan Safai Karmachari Bharti 2026?
The One Time Registration fee is Rs. 600/- for General/Unreserved candidates and Rs. 400/- for Reserved Category (SC/ST/OBC-NC/MBC-NC/EWS) and Divyangjan candidates. Candidates who have already paid this fee in an earlier recruitment need not pay again.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Coming Soon |
| Official Website | Click Here |