Sarkari Naukarara Sahakari Bank Niyamita, Vijayapura (Government Employees’ Co-operative Bank Ltd., Vijayapur) has released a recruitment notification for 18 vacancies across Junior Assistant and Sipayi/Kavalugara (Peon/Watchman) posts. Eligible candidates can apply online only from 08-09-2026 to 28-09-2026. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, age limit, fee, and how to apply are given below.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Sarkari Naukarara Sahakari Bank Niyamita, Vijayapura |
| Notification No. | ಸ.ನೌ.ಸ.ಬ್ಯಾಂ/ಆಡಳಿತ/ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿ/ನೇಮಕಾತಿ/2951/2026-27 |
| Notification Date | 05-09-2026 |
| Total Posts | 18 |
| Post Names | Junior Assistant, Sipayi/Kavalugara |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 08-09-2026 |
| Application Last Date | 28-09-2026 (up to 5:30 PM) |
| Job Location | Vijayapura, Karnataka |
Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
| Sl. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Assistant (ಕಿರಿಯ ಸಹಾಯಕರು) | 12 | 44425-1125-47800-1250-52800-1375-58300-1500-64300-1650-74200-1900-83700 |
| 2 | Sipayi / Kavalugara (ಸಿಪಾಯಿ/ಕಾವಲುಗಾರ) | 6 | 27000-650-29600-725-32500-800-35700-900-39300-1000-43300-1125-46675 |
Note: Along with the above pay scale, the State Government will provide dearness allowance and other applicable benefits as revised from time to time.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Assistant | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a university recognized under Indian law, with a minimum average of 60% marks. Must be able to read and understand Kannada, know Kannada, write it, and speak and understand it fluently. Must also have knowledge of computer operation and applications. |
| Sipayi/Kavalugara | SSLC (10th standard) pass with a minimum of 50% marks. Must have studied Kannada as one language. |
Age Limit
(As on the last date of application submission)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General Category | 18 | 35 |
| Category 2(A), 2(B), 3(B) | 18 | 38 |
| SC/ST or Category-1 | 18 | 40 |
Special Note: As per Karnataka Government Order No. ಸಿಡಿಇ262ಸೇನೆ2025, dated 29-01-2026, an additional 5-year relaxation is applicable on the maximum age limit shown above.
Application Fee
| Post | General/Others | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Assistant | ₹1,200/- | ₹600/- |
| Sipayi/Kavalugara | ₹600/- | ₹400/- |
Selection Process
A. Junior Assistant
Selection is through a Written Examination followed by an Interview.
- Candidates are shortlisted for interview in a 1:5 ratio based on written exam marks.
- Interview carries 15 marks.
- Written exam marks are converted to 85%, and combined with interview marks to prepare the final merit/selection list.
Written Exam Pattern (2 papers, 100 marks each):
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| First Paper | Kannada Language | 50 |
| General English | 25 | |
| General Knowledge | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| Second Paper | Subject related to Co-operative sector | 50 |
| Indian Constitution | 25 | |
| Co-operative Bank objectives & activities | 25 | |
| Total | 100 |
B. Sipayi/Kavalugara
Selection is through a Written Examination (group service post).
- Candidates are shortlisted for interview in a 1:5 ratio based on written exam marks.
- Written exam marks are converted to 85%, remaining 15% allotted for interview performance.
Documents Required (to be scanned and uploaded with application)
- Passport-size photograph
- SSLC marks card / transfer certificate (for date of birth proof)
- Educational qualification certificate
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST, Category-1, OBC candidates seeking reservation benefits) issued in the prescribed government format
- For Category 2A & 2B candidates: recent Income & Caste Certificate (Form F) from the concerned Tehsildar (original copy must be submitted to the bank at the time of document verification)
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://snsbankvijayapur.com/
- Applications can be submitted only online through the link provided on the website.
- Select the desired post before filling and submitting the application.
- Applications are accepted from 08-09-2026 to 28-09-2026, up to 5:30 PM.
- Fill in all fields of the application completely and upload all required documents.
- Knowledge of Kannada language is mandatory for all applicants.
Important: Applications sent by post, courier, e-mail, hand delivery, etc. will not be accepted. Only applications submitted through the official online portal will be considered.
Important Instructions
- Incomplete applications or applications without required documents uploaded, or those submitted after the deadline, will be rejected.
- The Bank’s Recruitment Committee reserves full rights regarding selection, acceptance, and rejection of applications.
- The Bank reserves the right to postpone, cancel, or change recruitment rules without assigning any reason.
- Candidates not called for interview will be deemed not eligible for the interview stage.
- Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years and must furnish security as advised by the bank.
- Selected candidates must be willing to correspond/communicate with the bank as required for recruitment purposes.
- The recruitment notice was also published in Vijayavani/Indian Express newspaper dated 08-09-2026 under notification number ಸ.ನೌ.ಸ.ಬ್ಯಾಂ/ಆಡಳಿತ/ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿ/ನೇಮಕಾತಿ/2951/2026-27.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Which organization is conducting this recruitment? Sarkari Naukarara Sahakari Bank Niyamita, Vijayapura (Government Employees’ Co-operative Bank Ltd., Vijayapur).
Q2. How many vacancies are there in total? There are 18 vacancies in total — 12 Junior Assistant posts and 6 Sipayi/Kavalugara posts.
Q3. What is the last date to apply? The last date to submit the online application is 28-09-2026, up to 5:30 PM.
Q4. What is the mode of application? Applications must be submitted online only, through the official website. Offline modes such as post, courier, e-mail, or hand delivery are not accepted.
Q5. What is the minimum qualification required? Junior Assistant requires a Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% average marks; Sipayi/Kavalugara requires SSLC pass with at least 50% marks. Kannada language proficiency is mandatory for both posts.
Q6. What is the age limit? Minimum age is 18 years for all categories. Maximum age is 35 years (General), 38 years (2A/2B/3B), and 40 years (SC/ST/Category-1), with an additional 5-year relaxation as per the government order dated 29-01-2026.
Q7. What is the application fee? For Junior Assistant: ₹1,200 (General/Others) and ₹600 (SC/ST). For Sipayi/Kavalugara: ₹600 (General/Others) and ₹400 (SC/ST).
Q8. What is the selection process? Both posts involve a written examination followed by an interview, with candidates shortlisted for interview at a 1:5 ratio based on written exam performance.
Q9. Is Kannada language knowledge compulsory? Yes, candidates must be able to read, write, speak, and understand Kannada for both posts.
Q10. What is the probation period after selection? Selected candidates will serve a probation period of 2 years.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Now | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification | CLICK HERE |
Disclaimer: This post is for general informational purposes based on the official recruitment notification dated 05-09-2026. Candidates are advised to cross-check all details with the official notification and website before applying.