Bongaigaon, Assam: The Office of the District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon, has issued a recruitment notification for two vacant positions, one each for Driver and Peon. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to apply offline for these posts. The application window commenced on August 3, 2026, and the final date for submission of applications is August 24, 2026, by 5:00 PM.

Key Highlights

Particulars Details
Organization District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon
Post Name Driver & Peon
Total Vacancies 2
Notification No. Memo No. DJB. I-5 /20261 5221-39
Mode of Application Offline
Application Start Date August 3, 2026
Last Date to Apply August 24, 2026 (up to 05:00 P.M.)
Job Location Bongaigaon, Assam
Official Website https://districts.ecourts.gov.in/bongaigaon

About the Organization

The District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon, functions as a vital part of the judiciary in Assam, operating under the purview of the Gauhati High Court. The district judiciary plays a crucial role in administering justice at the district level, handling civil and criminal cases, and ensuring the rule of law. The establishment of the District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon, is responsible for the judicial administration within the Bongaigaon district, serving its citizens through various judicial processes and support systems. This recruitment drive aims to strengthen the administrative and support staff essential for the smooth functioning of the court.

Vacancy Details

A total of two (2) vacancies have been announced for the posts of Driver and Peon. The distribution of vacancies, including category-wise reservation, is as follows:

Post Name No. of Vacancies Category-wise Reservation
Driver 1 Unreserved (UR)
Peon 1 Scheduled Tribe (Plains) (STP)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • For Driver: Candidates must have passed minimum HSLC (High School Leaving Certificate) or equivalent examination. Additionally, applicants must possess a valid professional driving license for Light Motor Vehicles (LMV).
  • For Peon: Candidates must have passed minimum Class VIII. It is important to note that candidates who have passed HSSLC (Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate) or any examination above Class XII shall be ineligible to apply for this post.

Age Limit

As on January 1, 2026, the age limits for the respective posts are as follows:

  • For Driver: Candidates must not be less than 18 years and not more than 40 years of age.
  • For Peon: Candidates must not be less than 18 years and not more than 45 years of age.

Age Relaxation

Upper age limit relaxation will be admissible as per existing Government guidelines and rules.

Nationality

Candidates must be an Indian Citizen as defined in Article 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.

Salary & Pay Scale

The selected candidates will be offered a competitive salary package as per the Pay Band and Grade Pay structure:

  • For Driver: Pay Scale of Rs. 14,000/- to Rs. 70,000/- plus Grade Pay of Rs. 5,200/- under Pay Band-2, along with other allowances admissible under rules.
  • For Peon: Pay Scale of Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 52,000/- plus Grade Pay of Rs. 3,900/- under Pay Band-1, along with other allowances admissible under rules.

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Driver and Peon posts will involve the following stages:

  1. Skill Test (for Driver only): Eligible candidates for the Driver post will be required to appear for a skill test.
  2. Interview / Viva-Voce: All eligible candidates (Driver and Peon) will have to appear for an Interview / Viva-voce.
  3. Final Selection: The final selection will be made based on the marks obtained by the candidates in the Skill Test (for Driver) and Interview / Viva-voce.

The list of accepted/rejected candidates, as well as the date, time, and venue for the skill test and viva-voce, will be uploaded on the official website of the Bongaigaon District Judiciary and displayed on the Notice Board of the Office of the District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon. No separate call letters will be issued.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying for these positions must follow the offline application procedure as detailed below:

  1. Download the Standard Form of Application as published in Part-IX of the Assam Gazette.
  2. Fill out the application form carefully with all required details.
  3. The application must be addressed to “The District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon”.
  4. The envelope containing the application must prominently indicate the name of the post applied for on the top (e.g., “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DRIVER” or “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF PEON”).
  5. Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant testimonials, including:
    • Educational qualification certificates.
    • Age proof certificate.
    • Caste certificate (if applicable).
    • Valid Employment Exchange Registration Certificate, with the registration number and date clearly mentioned.
    • Experience certificate (if any).
    • Valid professional driving license (for Driver post).
  6. Affix three (3) copies of recent passport-size coloured photographs, duly signed by the candidate on the reverse side.
  7. Candidates must provide their email address and mobile phone number in the application form without fail.
  8. Candidates who are already in Government service must apply through the proper channel and enclose a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
  9. For the post of Peon, candidates must submit a Declaration in Form-“A” under Rule 5(1) of the Assam Public Services (Application of Small Family Norms in Direct Recruitment) Rules, 2019.
  10. The completed application form along with all enclosures should reach the office of the District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon, on or before the last date.

Applications received after the last date or those that are incomplete or defective will be summarily rejected.

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Start Date August 3, 2026
Last Date for Submission of Application August 24, 2026 (up to 05:00 P.M.)
Date of Skill Test / Interview / Viva-Voce To be notified on the official website

Official Notification Reference

This recruitment is based on the official advertisement issued by the Office of the District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon, bearing Memo No. DJB. I-5 /20261 5221-39, Dated Bongaigaon, August 3, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the posts available in this recruitment?

The recruitment drive by the District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon, is for the posts of Driver and Peon.

How many vacancies are there in total?

There are a total of two (2) vacancies, with one post for Driver and one for Peon.

What is the last date to submit the application?

The last date for submission of applications is August 24, 2026, by 5:00 P.M.

What is the educational qualification required for the Peon post?

Candidates must have passed a minimum of Class VIII. Those with HSSLC (Class XII) or higher qualifications are not eligible.

Is there any application fee for these posts?

No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment.

What is the age limit for the Driver post?

As on January 1, 2026, candidates for the Driver post must be between 18 and 40 years of age.

How will candidates be selected for the Driver and Peon posts?

Selection for the Driver post will involve a Skill Test followed by a Viva-voce, while for the Peon post, selection will be based on an Interview / Viva-voce.