Rajasthan Government Announces Recruitment for 24,752 Sanitation Workers
Overview of the Recruitment Drive
Job Alert 2026: The Rajasthan Government's Department of Local Self Government has released a notification for the hiring of 24,752 contractual sanitation workers across 183 urban local bodies. This initiative is part of the revised 'Rajasthan Contractual Hiring to Civil Posts Rules, 2022', aimed at bolstering the Swachh Bharat Mission and improving sanitation systems in urban settings. Below are the essential details regarding application timelines, fees, and salary.
Application Timeline
**Application Period Begins on August 15**
The online application process will start on August 15, 2026, and will close at 11:59 PM on September 28, 2026. Candidates can submit their applications through the SSO portal, either directly or via e-Mitra and public utility centers.
Application Fees
**Fee Structure**
The One-Time Registration (OTR) fee is ₹600 for candidates in the General category and ₹400 for those in reserved categories and persons with disabilities (PwD). Applicants must be aged between 21 and 40 years as of January 1, 2027, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per existing regulations.
Educational Requirements
**No Formal Education Required**
There are no specific educational qualifications mandated for this recruitment. However, candidates must have at least one year of experience in sanitation work with a state urban local body, a contractor, or an authorized agency.
Salary Information
**Monthly Compensation**
Selected candidates will earn a monthly honorarium of ₹7,410, as per the notification from the Labour Department.
Selection Process
**Lottery-Based Selection**
The selection will be conducted through a software-based lottery system. Candidates with prior experience in a local body will be prioritized. It is important to note that each candidate may apply to only one urban local body; submitting multiple applications will lead to the cancellation of all applications. Further details regarding the recruitment and vacancy distribution can be found on the department's official website.
