Job Opportunity: Civil Registrar Cum Sub Registrar At Registration Department, Goa
Table of Contents
- Post overview
- Vacancy and pay details
- Eligibility criteria
- Essential qualification
- Experience and skills
- Role responsibilities
- Application process
- Selection process
- Why this opportunity matters
- Quick reference table
- Application checklist
Goa Public Service Commission (GPSC) has invited online applications for six Civil Registrar cum Sub Registrar posts in the Registration Department, Government of Goa, with an upper age limit of 45 years and the application window closing on 28 December 2025.
Post overview
The Civil Registrar cum Sub Registrar is a key revenue and legal officer responsible for registration of documents, verification of property transactions, and maintenance of public records under the Registration Act, 1908, within the jurisdiction of Goa’s Registration Department. The role combines quasi-judicial functions with administrative oversight of sub‑registrar offices across the state.
Vacancy and pay details
- Post: Civil Registrar cum Sub Registrar.
- Number of posts: 06 (Six).
- Age limit: 45 years as on the closing date; relaxations for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) are applicable as per Goa Government rules.
- Pay scale: The post typically carries Pay Level 8 (₹47,600–1,51,100) or equivalent under the Goa Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, though candidates should verify the exact pay matrix in the official GPSC notification.
Eligibility criteria
Essential qualification
- Educational: Degree in Law of a recognised University in India or any other equivalent qualification.
- Language: Knowledge of Konkani is essential.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Marathi is desirable, given the bilingual nature of official work in Goa.
Experience and skills
While the notification does not prescribe prior experience, candidates with exposure to revenue law, property documentation, and registration procedures will have an advantage. Strong drafting, verification skills, and familiarity with digital registration systems (if implemented) are valuable.
Role responsibilities
Civil Registrars cum Sub Registrars in Goa are responsible for:
- Document registration: Scrutinising and registering sale deeds, mortgages, leases, gift deeds, wills, and other instruments under the Registration Act, 1908.
- Verification: Ensuring compliance with stamp duty laws, verifying identity of parties, and confirming that documents are free from legal defects.
- Record maintenance: Maintaining registers, indexes, and digital records of all registered documents for public access and legal reference.
- Quasi-judicial functions: Adjudicating on objections, hearing parties, and passing orders on admissibility of documents for registration.
- Public interface: Providing certified copies, handling queries, and ensuring transparency in registration processes.
Application process
- Mode: Online only through the Goa Public Service Commission portal (gpsc.goa.gov.in).
- Dates: Applications open from the date of notification (26 December 2025) and close on 28 December 2025.
- Fee: ₹400 for General category candidates; ₹200 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates (as per GPSC norms).
- Steps: Register on the GPSC portal, fill the application form, upload scanned copies of LL.B. degree, age proof, Konkani language certificate (if any), category certificate, and photograph, and pay the fee online.
Selection process
The selection typically involves:
- Written examination: Objective-type test covering General Knowledge, Law (including Registration Act, Indian Evidence Act, Limitation Act), and Konkani language proficiency.
- Interview: Viva voce to assess legal knowledge, communication skills, and suitability for the role.
- Document verification: Final verification of educational and language qualifications before appointment.
The exact exam pattern and syllabus will be detailed in the official GPSC notification PDF.
Why this opportunity matters
- Government service: A permanent, pensionable post in the Goa Civil Services with job security and structured career progression to higher registrar and revenue officer roles.
- Legal-revenue interface: Ideal for law graduates interested in property law, revenue administration, and public service, offering hands-on experience in document verification and registration law.
- Regional language advantage: Knowledge of Konkani (and Marathi) provides a competitive edge and aligns with Goa’s linguistic requirements for public service delivery.
Quick reference table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Goa Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Post | Civil Registrar cum Sub Registrar |
| Vacancies | 06 |
| Age limit | 45 years (relaxations as per rules) |
| Essential qualification | LL.B. from recognised University |
| Language | Knowledge of Konkani essential; Marathi desirable |
| Application mode | Online via gpsc.goa.gov.in |
| Last date | 28 December 2025 |
| Application fee | ₹400 (General), ₹200 (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) |
| Selection | Written exam + Interview + Document verification |
Application checklist
- Ensure LL.B. degree is from a UGC-recognised university and obtain equivalence certificate if from a foreign university.
- Prepare a Konkani language proficiency certificate (if available) or be ready to demonstrate knowledge during selection.
- Keep scanned copies of LL.B. degree, age proof, category certificate, photograph, and signature ready for upload.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form before the deadline (28.12.2025); retain the application number for future reference.
Official Notification: https://gpsc.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Advt.-No.-11-Year-2025-website-1.pdf
