Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025: Apply Offline for Project Manager Post

The Zilla Panchayat, Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru) has released an official notification inviting applications from eligible technical graduates for the post of Assistant District Project Manager (ADPM). This recruitment is a part of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj’s initiative to digitize rural governance under the e-Gram Swaraj and Panchatantra 2.0 projects.

The Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for engineering and IT professionals who wish to contribute to the development of the coastal region. This is a contractual position for a period of one year, offering a high remuneration package of ₹30,000 per month, making it one of the best-paying contract jobs in the district administration sector.

Dakshina Kannada ZP Vacancy Details 2025

Job Location: The selected candidate will be posted at the Zilla Panchayat Office, Kottara, Mangaluru.

Detailed Job Description: What Will You Do as ADPM?

The Assistant District Project Manager (ADPM) is not a typical desk job. It is a high-responsibility technical role that drives the digital transformation of rural Mangaluru.

• e-Gram Swaraj Implementation: You will be the district lead for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj’s flagship portal. You must ensure that all 220+ Gram Panchayats in Dakshina Kannada upload their “Gram Panchayat Development Plans” (GPDP) and real-time payment vouchers.
• Panchatantra 2.0 Management: Karnataka’s unique “Panchatantra 2.0” software handles property tax collection, building licenses, and trade licenses. As ADPM, you will troubleshoot technical glitches faced by Bill Collectors and PDOs (Panchayat Development Officers).
• Training & Capacity Building: You aren’t just an operator; you are a trainer. You will conduct workshops for Data Entry Operators (DEOs) at the Taluk level (Mangaluru, Bantwal, Puttur, Belthangady, Sullia) to teach them new software modules.
• Bapuji Seva Kendra (BSK): Monitoring the delivery of citizen services like caste certificates and RTCs through the BSK portal is a daily task.

Job Profile for Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025 : What does an ADPM do?

The Assistant District Project Manager is a key technical role.

• Technical Support: Implementation of Panchayat Raj software like Panchatantra 2.0, e-Gram Swaraj, and Bapuji Seva Kendra portals.
• Training: Training Gram Panchayat Data Entry Operators (DEOs) on new software modules.
• Monitoring: Ensuring that all 200+ Gram Panchayats in Dakshina Kannada update their financial and developmental data online.

Eligibility Criteria for Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025

To apply for the Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025, you must meet these strict norms:

• Educational Qualification:
  • B.E / B.Tech: In Computer Science (CS), Information Science (IS), or Electronics & Communication (E&C).
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree: MCA (Master of Computer Applications).
  • BCA: Bachelor of Computer Applications is also eligible.
• Experience: Must have minimum **3 Years** of relevant work experience in the IT/Technical field.
• Language: Must be fluent in **Kannada** and English.
• Age Limit: 21 to 45 Years.

Selection Process for Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025

1. Shortlisting: Based on academic marks and experience.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a direct interview at the CEO’s office in Mangaluru.
3. Docs Check: Verification of original degree and experience certificates.

Essential Documents for Application of Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025

Since this is an Offline Application, attach self-attested copies of:

• Detailed Resume/CV.
• SSLC Marks Card (DOB Proof).
• Degree Certificates & Marks Cards.
• Experience Certificate (3 Years Mandatory).
• Caste Certificate (if applicable).
• Two recent passport-size photos.

How to Apply for Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025 (Address Details)

There is NO online link. You must submit the hard copy application.

1. Prepare your application on a plain A4 sheet (Bio-data) or use the format if available in the office.
2. Attach all the documents listed above.
3. Submit In-Person or by Speed Post to: The Chief Executive Officer,
   Zilla Panchayat, Dakshina Kannada,
   Ashok Nagar Post, Urwa,
   Mangaluru – 575006.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why Apply for Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Recruitment 2025?

Benefits of Working with DK Zilla Panchayat

While this is a contractual role, the exposure is immense:

1. High Remuneration: A salary of ₹30,000/month is significantly higher than entry-level IT jobs in local service-based companies.
2. Government Network: You work directly under the CEO (IAS Officer) and Chief Planning Officer (CPO). This network is invaluable for future government consulting roles.
3. Field Exposure: Unlike a cubicle job, you get to visit rural areas, inspect digital kiosks, and see the impact of technology on ground-level governance.
4. No Transfer: The posting is fixed at the District Headquarter in Mangaluru (Kottara/Urwa), which is great for locals who don’t want to relocate to Bengaluru.