DC Latur Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 640 Posts

The District Collector Office, Latur (e-Governance Department) has released a notification dated 24 August 2026 (Reference No. 2026/e-Governance/KaVi-176) inviting online applications for 640 vacant Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra locations across the talukas, Municipal Corporation, Nagar Parishad, Nagar Panchayat, and Gram Panchayat areas of Latur district. Eligible candidates can apply online at setusamitilatur.in from 25 August 2026, 11:00 AM, to 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Apply Online | Official Notification
Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | District Collector Office, Latur (e-Governance Department) |
| Post / Opportunity | Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra (Kendra Operator) |
| Total Vacancies | 640 (across Latur district) |
| Eligibility | Age 18+, HSC (12th) pass, basic computer knowledge, local resident of the concerned area |
| Application Start | 25 August 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last Date | 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Application Mode | Online only, via setusamitilatur.in |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/- (online payment) |
| Location | Latur District, Maharashtra |
Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 25 August 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Online Application Last Date | 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Application Mode | Online only (mandatory) via setusamitilatur.in |
Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Vacancy 2026
The notification lists 640 vacant Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra locations across Latur district, spread across Gram Panchayat areas, Nagar Parishad/Nagar Panchayat areas, and Latur City Municipal Corporation wards.
| Area Type | Vacant Kendra |
|---|---|
| Gram Panchayat areas (all talukas of Latur district) | 599 |
| Nagar Parishad / Nagar Panchayat areas | 10 |
| Latur City Municipal Corporation (18 wards) | 31 |
| Total (as stated in the notification) | 640 |
Nagar Parishad / Nagar Panchayat-wise Vacancy
| Local Body | Vacant Kendra |
|---|---|
| Udgir Municipal Council | 5 |
| Ahmadpur Municipal Council | 2 |
| Nilanga Municipal Council | 1 |
| Renapur Nagar Panchayat | 1 |
| Deoni Nagar Panchayat | 1 |
| Total | 10 |
Latur City Municipal Corporation – Ward-wise Vacancy
| Ward No. | Vacant Kendra |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
| 2 | 1 |
| 3 | 1 |
| 4 | 2 |
| 6 | 2 |
| 7 | 2 |
| 8 | 3 |
| 9 | 1 |
| 10 | 2 |
| 11 | 2 |
| 12 | 2 |
| 13 | 3 |
| 14 | 1 |
| 15 | 3 |
| 16 | 2 |
| 17 | 2 |
| 18 | 2 |
| Total | 31 |
Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy all of the following conditions to be considered eligible:
- Minimum age of 18 years.
- Minimum qualification: passed Higher Secondary School Certificate (12th / H.S.C.) examination.
- Basic computer knowledge is required; candidates holding an MSCIT or CCC certificate will be given preference.
- Must be a local resident of the concerned Gram Panchayat / Nagar Parishad / Nagar Panchayat / Municipal Corporation area applied for.
- Must possess Aadhaar card, PAN card, a bank account, and other necessary documents.
- Must not have been convicted of moral turpitude, financial fraud, or cyber crime.
Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Application Fee
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/- |
| Payment Mode | Online only, via QR code, from the applicant's own bank account |
| Requirement | Payment receipt must be attached with the online application (mandatory) |
Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Selection Process
Selection is based on a 100-mark evaluation criteria, decided by the District-level Setu Committee headed by the District Collector, when more than one application is received for the same geographic area. The Setu Prabhari Officer and District Social Welfare Officer jointly conduct scrutiny; the committee's decision is final.
| Evaluation Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification (min. HSC pass; additional marks for degree/postgraduate) | 10 |
| Computer & Digital Literacy (MSCIT/CCC certificate, cyber security knowledge) | 15 |
| Infrastructure Facility (office space, computers, printer, scanner, biometric device, internet, CCTV, etc. - verified by physical inspection) | 15 |
| Financial Capacity (investment capability and 6–12 months' business running capacity) | 10 |
| Customer Service & Communication Skills (interview-based) | 20 |
| Experience (CSC operator, Maha-e-Seva Kendra, Banking Correspondent, e-Governance project, or similar) | 10 |
| Business Plan & Sustainability | 5 |
| Social Inclusiveness (women, ex-servicemen, differently-abled, self-help group member, local entrepreneur) | 5 |
| Character Verification (police verification, no fraud/blacklist history) | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Stages of Application Scrutiny
- Preliminary scrutiny of documents attached with the application; list of eligible/ineligible applicants published.
- Objections invited on the eligible/ineligible list; final eligible/ineligible list published after deciding objections (separate schedule published independently).
- Physical inspection of shortlisted applicants' office premises for infrastructure facilities, by inspection teams (separate schedule published independently).
- Interview schedule published separately after the infrastructure inspection.
- District-level Selection Committee publishes a merit list based on the 100-mark evaluation.
- Objections invited on the preliminary selection list (separate schedule published independently).
- Final selection list published after deciding on objections received.
How to Apply for Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Recruitment 2026
- Visit setusamitilatur.in and read the detailed advertisement, eligibility criteria, terms and conditions, and application format, also available at latur.gov.in.
- Fill the online application form with accurate personal, residence, and category details.
- Upload all required documents, including the domicile/residence certificate, age proof, Aadhaar and PAN copies, educational certificates, MSCIT/CCC certificate, bank statement, character certificate, and premises photographs.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- online via QR code from your own bank account, and upload the payment receipt.
- Submit the completed application on or before 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Documents Required for Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Application
- Domicile/residence certificate from the Gram Sevak / Commissioner / Chief Officer of the concerned Gram Panchayat / Municipal Corporation / Municipal Council / Nagar Panchayat area (mandatory)
- Proof of minimum age 18 years (TC copy / school leaving certificate / school exam certificate, etc.)
- Aadhaar card and PAN card copies
- Educational documents (12th pass, degree, postgraduate certificates, as applicable)
- MSCIT or CCC certificate
- Self-attested bank account statement for the last 6 months
- Character certificate from the concerned police station for the current month (if unavailable, the acknowledgement receipt of the application submitted for it must be attached, but the original certificate must be produced before the interview)
- GPS-camera photographs of the interior and exterior of the proposed Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra location
- CSC (Common Service Centre) certificate, if already held
- Proof of differently-abled / ex-servicemen / self-help group / local entrepreneur status, if applicable
- If premises are self-owned: ownership documents (house tax receipt 2025–26 onward, or Gram Panchayat Form No. 8); if owned by a relative: self-declaration of relationship along with the owner's house tax receipt (2025–26 onward) or Gram Panchayat Form No. 8
- If premises are rented: rent agreement / notarised rent deed
- Receipt of the Rs. 500/- application fee paid online from the applicant's own bank account
Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Terms & Conditions
- Allotment and operation of the Kendra will be governed by the relevant Government Resolutions dated 19 January 2018, 27 March 2025, and 9 July 2026; non-compliance can lead to cancellation of the centre without prior notice.
- Applicant must be financially capable of the required investment and of running the business for at least 6–12 months.
- Applicant must be a local resident of the concerned Gram Panchayat / Nagar Parishad / Nagar Panchayat / Municipal Corporation ward area.
- Applicant must have an independent office of at least 100 sq. ft., owned or rented.
- Applicant must have knowledge of Marathi and English.
- The Kendra must display the prescribed banner/signage, operate as per the government-fixed timetable, display the government-fixed rate card, and not charge fees above the fixed rate.
- Required infrastructure includes at least 2 computers/laptops, 1 scanner, 1 laser printer, a biometric device, webcam, UPS or alternative power backup, broadband internet (rural 10 Mbps / urban 20 Mbps), and CCTV, along with a waiting area for citizens.
- Government-provided equipment must be used carefully and preserved as per the handover documentation.
- The Kendra must operate only at its officially notified location; unauthorised relocation, false information, or serious record-keeping errors will lead to cancellation.
- One applicant can apply for only one Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra per district (urban and rural combined); duplicate applications will be rejected.
- Applicants whose previously self-run or family-run centre was closed by the Zilla Parishad or Collector office are not eligible. Only one person per family (spouse and unmarried children) can hold a Kendra.
- False information provided for obtaining the Kendra will lead to rejection or cancellation at any stage, even after selection.
- Applicants must not have a criminal background; concealing pending criminal cases will lead to rejection or cancellation at any stage - the police department's opinion will be final.
- Kendra operators must follow instructions issued from time to time by the government, District Collector office, and Sub-divisional Officer/Tehsildar, and submit required reports promptly.
- If the Kendra does not conduct business continuously for 3 months after approval, it will be cancelled without prior notice and will not be reopened under any circumstances.
- Depositing certificates/documents issued from the Kendra at the respective Tehsil/Sub-divisional office is mandatory.
- Services must be provided only at the prescribed fee; overcharging complaints will lead to disciplinary action against the operator.
- Officers/employees currently working in central/state government, semi-government bodies, public undertakings, corporations, local self-government institutions, or as Gram Panchayat members/Sarpanch cannot apply.
- Operators whose centres faced administrative complaints will get a sympathetic final opportunity to apply under this advertisement, subject to all its terms; those with pending criminal proceedings through the administration will not be considered.
- Finally selected candidates must start the Kendra within 1 month of completing all formalities, and submit a GPS-enabled photo upon establishment, as required.
- The decision of the District Collector & Chairman, District Setu Committee, Latur, on allotment is final; no future claims can be made regarding this.
- Any recommendation or pressure exerted regarding allotment will make the applicant's candidature ineligible.
- All rights to publish, postpone, correct, cancel, or reissue the advertisement rest with the District Collector & Chairman, District Setu Committee, Latur.
- Candidates absent for the interview will have their application declared ineligible.
- Applicants do not need to correspond with the office directly; all updates will be published on latur.gov.in.
Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Recruitment 2026?
It is an online application process, opened by the District Collector Office, Latur, to select operators for 640 vacant Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra locations across Latur district.
How many vacancies are available?
640 vacant Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra locations - 599 in Gram Panchayat areas, 10 in Nagar Parishad/Nagar Panchayat areas, and 31 in Latur City Municipal Corporation wards.
What is the last date to apply for Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Recruitment 2026?
15 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Applications must be submitted online at setusamitilatur.in.
What is the qualification required?
Candidates must have passed the 12th (H.S.C.) examination and have basic computer knowledge; an MSCIT or CCC certificate is preferred.
What is the age limit?
A minimum age of 18 years is required. No maximum age limit is specified in the notification.
Is there an application fee for Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Recruitment 2026?
Yes, Rs. 500/-, payable online via QR code from the applicant's own bank account.
How can I apply for Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Recruitment 2026?
Apply online at setusamitilatur.in, upload the required documents, pay the Rs. 500/- fee, and submit before 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
What is the selection process for Latur DC Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra?
Selection is based on a 100-mark evaluation covering education, computer literacy, infrastructure, financial capacity, an interview, experience, business plan, social inclusiveness, and character verification, followed by a District-level Selection Committee merit list.