KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026

Last verified against official notification: 01 September 2026

KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 — 319 Group A and B Posts

Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released the notification for Gazetted Probationers 2026-27. 319 vacancies are available across 18 designations under Group A (117 posts) and Group B (202 posts). The posts cover multiple Karnataka Government departments including Revenue, Commercial Taxes, Treasury, Rural Development, Prisons, Social Welfare and more. Applications are online at kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in from 01 August to 07 September 2026.

This recruitment is open to candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree from any recognized university in India. The selection involves a three-stage process: Preliminary Examination (objective, 400 marks) as a screening test, followed by a Main Examination (descriptive, 1,250 marks) and Personality Test (25 marks). The tentative date for Prelims is 15 November 2026. The exam is conducted under the Karnataka Gazetted Probationers (Appointment by Competitive Examinations) Rules, 1997.

The application process is entirely online through One Time Registration (OTR). Candidates must complete OTR first, then apply to this notification, upload required documents, and pay the application fee online. The fee is ₹600 for General Merit, ₹300 for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, ₹50 for Ex-Military Personnel, and free for SC/ST/Category-1/PwBD candidates. Only one application per post/category combination is accepted.

Key Details at a Glance

Who Should Apply for KPSC Gazetted Probationers 2026?

This recruitment targets graduates seeking officer-level positions in the Karnataka State Government. The 18 designations span administration, taxation, revenue, social welfare and rural development. If you hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree and are between 21 and 45 years (with category-wise relaxations), this is a direct pathway to gazetted officer roles.

Important Dates and Application Fee

Important Dates

Application Fee

Application Fee: ₹600 (General Merit) / ₹300 (Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B) / ₹50 (Ex-Military Personnel) / Free (SC, ST, Category-1, PwBD)
Payment is online only via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for other examinations.

Vacancy Details and Eligibility

319 vacancies are notified under the Karnataka Gazetted Probationers (Appointment by Competitive Examinations) Rules, 1997. Of these, 22 posts (5 Group A + 17 Group B) are reserved under the Hyderabad-Karnataka (Article 371(J)) local cadre quota. Detailed category-wise reservation break-up is in Annexure-1 of the official notification.

Group A Posts — 117 Vacancies

Group B Posts — 202 Vacancies

PwBD and ESM reservations are horizontal — included in the post totals above, not additional.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification.
• Age Limit: Minimum 21 years. Maximum: 40 years (General Merit), 43 years (Category 2A/2B/3A/3B), 45 years (SC/ST/Category-1). Age is calculated as on the last date for online application.
• One-Time Age Relaxation: A special one-time relaxation of 5 years in the maximum age limit is available for all categories under Government Order No. ಸಕಇ 262 ಪಿಆರಇ 2025, dated 29-01-2026.
• Additional Relaxations: Ex-servicemen get relaxation equal to military service plus 3 years. PwBD candidates get 10 years. Widowed/divorced candidates (not remarried) get 10 years.

Selection Process and Exam Details

The selection process follows the Gazetted Probationers Rules, 1997. It is a three-stage process: Preliminary Examination (screening only, marks not counted), Main Examination (descriptive), and Personality Test (interview). Candidates are admitted to Mains in a 1:15 ratio against vacancies, and called for interview in a 1:3 ratio.

Preliminary Examination Pattern

Main Examination Pattern

Salary and Job Profile

Salary Details

Gazetted Probationers are placed under the 7th Central Pay Commission. Group A posts fall under Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) and Group B posts under Pay Level 8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100). During the probation period, officers receive the basic pay plus applicable allowances. After confirmation, full pay with all allowances including DA, HRA, and transport allowance applies.

Job Profile

• Administration: Managing government departments and implementing state policies
• Revenue Collection: Overseeing tax assessment and revenue administration
• Law & Order: Maintaining public order in assigned jurisdictions
• Development Programs: Executing rural and urban development schemes
• Supervision: Directing subordinate staff and government employees
• Reporting: Preparing official reports and submitting to higher authorities

How to Apply

Step-by-Step Application Process

• Step 1: Visit kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered
• Step 2: Log in using your Enrollment Number/Mobile Number/Email ID and OTP
• Step 3: Go to "Apply to Post" tab, select this notification, and review eligibility conditions
• Step 4: Complete the post-specific application form using details from your OTR profile
• Step 5: Pay the application fee online via UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking
• Step 6: Verify submission under "Applied Post" tab and download the confirmation receipt

Important Instructions

• Only one application per post/category combination is accepted. Subsequent applications for the same post will be rejected.
• OTR details, once submitted, cannot be edited. Verify all information before submitting.
• Do not close the browser or press back/refresh during payment processing. Wait for the status to update.
• A submitted application can only be edited by deleting it under "Applied Post" and reapplying before the last date. Fee paid for a deleted application is non-refundable.
• Applications through any website other than kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in will not be accepted.

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