Recruitment Overview
Office of the Tahsildar, Dapoli (Revenue and Forest Department, Government of Maharashtra) has officially released notification reference Official Notification for the engagement of 11 vacancies in Maharashtra. This notification announces direct recruitment for Maharashtra Revenue Servant (Kotwal) Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications by submitting the application form offline at the designated office before 17 October 2026. Review the overview table below for key administrative details.
| Parameter | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Office of the Tahsildar, Dapoli |
| Hiring Department / Cell | Revenue and Forest Department, Government of Maharashtra |
| Advertisement Reference | Official Notification |
| Total Announced Vacancies | 11 Vacancies |
| Post Designation | Maharashtra Revenue Servant (Kotwal) Recruitment 2026 |
| Engagement Category | Direct Recruitment |
| Job / Training Location | Maharashtra |
| Application Submission Mode | Offline (Designated Office) |
| Application Closing Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Official Notification Document | Download PDF Notice |
Important Dates and Registration Schedule
Candidates must strictly adhere to the schedule announced in Official Notification.
| Recruitment Event | Official Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Application Opening Date | Refer official notification |
| Application Closing Date | 17 October 2026 |
Vacancy Distribution and Seat Matrix
Under Official Notification, 11 posts have been advertised. Seat allocations verified from the notification are outlined below.
Designated Posts and Cadre Distribution
| Sr. No. | Designated Cadre / Post | Vacancies | Establishment / Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Revenue Servant (Kotwal) | 11 | Tahsildar, Dapoli |
Reservation Policy: Statutory vertical and horizontal reservations apply as per notification guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria, Academic Qualifications and Age Limit
Candidates must verify that they fulfill all academic, technical, service, and age criteria prior to submitting their application.
1. General Eligibility & Language Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Refer official notification
Application Fee
Application fee particulars are not specified in the released notification extract. Candidates should verify fee requirements, if any, on the official application portal prior to locking their submission.
Selection Procedure, Merit Formulation and Verification
Selection under advertisement Official Notification is strictly based on the norms established by the recruitment board.
Mandatory Documents for Verification
Candidates must produce original certificates along with self-attested photocopies during scrutiny and verification:
- {'document': 'Caste Certificate', 'requirement': 'Required for applicable reserved-category candidates; SEBC applicants must provide a valid certificate.'}
- {'document': 'Non-Creamy Layer Certificate', 'requirement': 'Required for SEBC applicants and must be valid on the last date for application submission.'}
- {'document': 'Other supporting certificates', 'requirement': 'As specified in the complete official notification and prescribed application form.'}
Offline Application Procedure and Submission Guidelines
Applications for Official Notification must be submitted offline before 17 October 2026.
- Download the official notification and application format from Download Official PDF Notice.
- Fill in all prescribed entries in capital letters, verifying details against original academic certificates.
- Affix recent passport size photographs and signature at the designated boxes.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required educational marksheets, technical qualification certificates, domicile certificate, and category proofs.
- Prepare the required application fee via Demand Draft (if applicable) as outlined in the fee schedule.
- Enclose the completed application form, original Demand Draft (if applicable), two additional self-attested photographs, and self-attested document copies in an envelope superscribed with "APPLICATION FOR THE POST ON CONTRACT BASIS" and notification reference Official Notification.
- Submit the application packet in person or dispatch it to: the designated recruitment office.
- Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 17 October 2026. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Offline Submission Parameters and Dispatch Address
| Submission Parameter | Official Instructions |
|---|---|
| Application Receipt Deadline | 17 October 2026 |
Mandatory Documents Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
- {'document': 'Caste Certificate', 'requirement': 'Required for applicable reserved-category candidates; SEBC applicants must provide a valid certificate.'}
- {'document': 'Non-Creamy Layer Certificate', 'requirement': 'Required for SEBC applicants and must be valid on the last date for application submission.'}
- {'document': 'Other supporting certificates', 'requirement': 'As specified in the complete official notification and prescribed application form.'}
Crucial Traps and Points to Verify Before Submitting
Carefully note the following clauses from the official notification to avoid disqualification during scrutiny:
- Applicants must submit their applications in the prescribed format with the required documents.
- Applications received after the prescribed deadline will not be considered.
- The recruitment advertisement, schedule, and selection process may be changed; updates will be published on the Tahsildar office notice board.
- The recruitment committee reserves all rights relating to the recruitment process.
- Verify the complete vacancy table, application deadline, eligibility requirements, remuneration, and selection process from the original official notice before applying.
Official Links and Notification Download
| Resource / Portal | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF Download | Download Notification PDF |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which post is mentioned in this recruitment notice?
Revenue Servant (Kotwal), महसूल सेवक (कोतवाल), under the Tahsildar, Dapoli establishment.
What is the application mode?
The supplied notice directs applicants to submit an application in the prescribed format to the Tahsildar, Dapoli office.
What documents are required for SEBC candidates?
Attested copies of a valid caste certificate and Non-Creamy Layer certificate, both valid on the last application date.
What is the last date to apply?
The deadline is not legible or present in the supplied text. Check the complete official notification.
How many vacancies are available?
The total number of vacancies is not visible in the supplied excerpt.
What is the recruitment location for this notification?
The recruitment is located in Maharashtra under Office of the Tahsildar, Dapoli.
