Job Description

Overview

The Department of Local Self Government (DLB), Rajasthan, has initiated a massive recruitment drive for 24,752 Sanvida Safai Karmachari (Contract Sanitation Worker) positions. This initiative aims to strengthen sanitation services across 183 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) throughout the state. The recruitment is conducted under the Rajasthan Contractual Hiring to Civil Posts Rules, 2022, providing a structured contractual engagement for eligible candidates.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform daily sanitation and cleaning duties within the assigned Urban Local Body jurisdiction.
  • Maintain cleanliness in public spaces, streets, and designated municipal areas.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and waste management guidelines set by the local municipal authorities.
  • Report any sanitation-related issues or infrastructure damage to the immediate supervisor.
  • Participate in special cleanliness drives and community hygiene awareness programs as required.
  • Ensure the proper handling and disposal of waste materials in accordance with municipal regulations.

Why Apply

This role offers a stable contractual engagement within the state government framework, contributing directly to public health and urban hygiene. It provides an opportunity for individuals with practical sanitation experience to secure a formal position with a fixed monthly honorarium and state-regulated benefits.

Important Dates

  • Application Start: 15 August 2026
  • Application End: 28 September 2026

Quick Facts

  • Total Vacancies: 24,752
  • Monthly Honorarium: Rs. 7,410
  • Location: Rajasthan
  • Category: Other Govt. Exams

Rajasthan Safai Karmachari Recruitment 2026 Overview

Registration Date
15 Aug 2026 – 28 Sep 2026
Salary
Rs. 7,410/-
Vacancies
24752
Eligibility
No formal education required; 1 year sanitation experience mandatory
Application Link

Vacancy Details

  • Non-Scheduled Area: 24,277 posts
  • Scheduled Area: 475 posts
  • Total: 24,752 posts

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official Rajasthan SSO portal at https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in or the DLB website.
  2. Log in using your SSO ID and navigate to the 'Recruitment Portal' under Citizen Apps.
  3. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done, paying the required fee.
  4. Select the 'Apply Now' link for the Safai Karmachari Recruitment 2026.
  5. Fill in personal details, experience information, and select your preferred Urban Local Body.
  6. Upload the necessary documents, including the experience certificate, caste/EWS certificates, and a live photograph.
  7. Review the application thoroughly before final submission.
  8. Submit the form and download the generated Application ID for future reference.

Cutoff Marks

Not applicable as selection is via lottery.

Application Fee

General/Unreserved: Rs. 600/-. Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC-NC/MBC-NC/EWS) and PWD: Rs. 400/-. Payment is made via OTR (One Time Registration) on the SSO portal.

Age Limit

21 to 40 years as on 1 January 2027. Relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS male and General female; 10 years for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS female; 10 years for Ex-servicemen; 5 years additional for PWD.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Sanvida Safai Karmachari post does not involve any written examination or interview. Instead, the department utilizes a transparent, computerised lottery system developed by the Department of Information Technology and Communication. Candidates are selected based on their experience and category, with priority given to those with local experience in the specific ULB where they have applied. The lottery ensures a fair and automated distribution of positions across the 183 urban local bodies.

Exam Pattern

No written examination is conducted for this recruitment. Selection is purely based on a computerised lottery system.

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Organization

The Department of Local Self Government (DLB), Government of Rajasthan, is the nodal agency responsible for the administration and development of urban local bodies across the state. Established to ensure efficient municipal governance, the department oversees urban planning, sanitation, and civic infrastructure. Headquartered in Jaipur, it functions under the state government to implement policies, manage municipal personnel, and provide essential public services to urban residents, ensuring the effective functioning of 183 urban local bodies in Rajasthan.

Frequently Asked Questions

The online application process closes on 28 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well in advance to avoid any technical issues on the official portal.

A total of 24,752 posts of Contract Sanitation Worker (Sanvida Safai Karmachari) are advertised across 183 urban local bodies, comprising 24,277 posts in non-scheduled areas and 475 posts in scheduled areas.

Selected candidates will receive a monthly honorarium of Rs. 7,410/-, as per the Labour Department notification dated 13 December 2024.

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 state government rules.

No. Selection is made entirely through a computerised lottery system; there is no written examination or interview for this recruitment.

There is no specific educational qualification prescribed for the Safai Karmachari post. Candidates are only required to meet the experience criteria.

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.

The One Time Registration fee is Rs. 600/- for general/unreserved candidates and Rs. 400/- for reserved category and Divyangjan candidates. Candidates who have already paid this fee earlier need not pay again.
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