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KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 – 319 Posts,

The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced the KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 for 319 Group A & B posts. Eligible graduates

·Posted 01 August 2026 at 09:27 pm

·by VINAY

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Quick Summary

KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 – 319 Posts, recruitment banner

Start Date

1 Aug 2026

Last Date

31 Aug 2026

Exam Date

15 Nov 2026

Organization

Karnataka Public Service Commission

Examination / Post Name

KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 – 319 Posts,

Advertisement / Notification No.

KPSCKA/EXA1/EXMF/9/2026-EXAM-1/I/251710/2026

Total Vacancies

319

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

Graduate, Post Graduate

Salary / Pay Scale

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
All Gazetted Probationers Posts	As per respective service rules	in this notification

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
Minimum age (all candidates)	21 years
Maximum age – General Merit candidates	40 years
Maximum age – Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B candidates	43 years
Maximum age – SC / ST / Category-1 candidates	45 years

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General Merit and other categories	Rs. 600/-
Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B	Rs. 300/-
Ex-Military Personnel	Rs. 50/-
SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disabilities	Exempted (no fee)

Selection Process

Preliminary Examination — An objective-type screening test of 400 marks across two papers, designed to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
Main Examination — A descriptive/conventional examination totaling 1250 marks, comprising 5 compulsory papers and 2 qualifying language papers (Kannada and English).
Personality Test (Interview) — Conducted for candidates who qualify the Main Examination, carrying a maximum of 25 marks.
Physical Standards Test — Mandatory for certain Group A and B posts involving field duties, requiring candidates to meet specific height, chest, and endurance criteria.

Official Notification Apply Online

Detailed Guide

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
Minimum age (all candidates)	21 years
Maximum age – General Merit candidates	40 years
Maximum age – Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B candidates	43 years
Maximum age – SC / ST / Category-1 candidates	45 years

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General Merit and other categories	Rs. 600/-
Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B	Rs. 300/-
Ex-Military Personnel	Rs. 50/-
SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disabilities	Exempted (no fee)

Salary

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
All Gazetted Probationers Posts	As per respective service rules	Not specified in this notification

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	01 Aug 2026
Online Application Last Date	31 Aug 2026
Tentative Preliminary Examination Date	15 Nov 2026

Overview

The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released the KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 notification, inviting applications for 319 Group A and B posts. This recruitment drive seeks eligible candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree to fill various positions across 18 designations. The online application window is from 01 August to 31 August 2026, with a tentative preliminary exam date of 15 November 2026.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

Post Name	Qualification	Experience / Other
All Gazetted Probationers Posts (Group A & B)	Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification.	Candidates applying for specific posts (e.g., Police Service, Prisons Service, Deputy Superintendent of Excise) must meet prescribed physical standards.

Selection Process

Preliminary Examination — An objective-type screening test of 400 marks across two papers, designed to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
Main Examination — A descriptive/conventional examination totaling 1250 marks, comprising 5 compulsory papers and 2 qualifying language papers (Kannada and English).
Personality Test (Interview) — Conducted for candidates who qualify the Main Examination, carrying a maximum of 25 marks.
Physical Standards Test — Mandatory for certain Group A and B posts involving field duties, requiring candidates to meet specific height, chest, and endurance criteria.

Full Details

About KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026

The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced the KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for 319 Gazetted Probationers posts for the 2026-27 year. This recruitment drive, governed by the Karnataka Gazetted Probationers (Appointment by Competitive Examinations) Rules, 1997, covers 5 Group A and 13 Group B positions across various state government departments. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official KPSC website from 01 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.

KPSC Gazetted Probationers Vacancy Details

A total of 319 vacancies are available, divided into 117 Group A posts and 202 Group B posts across 18 different designations. This includes 22 posts specifically reserved under the Hyderabad-Karnataka (Article 371(J)) local cadre quota.

Group 'A' Posts – 117 Vacancies

Sl. No.	Post Name	General Cadre Vacancies	Hyderabad-Karnataka Cadre Vacancies	Total
1	Assistant Commissioner (Junior Scale), Personnel and Administrative Reforms Department	36	3	39
2	Assistant Commissioner of Commercial Taxes, Commercial Tax Department	50	Not specified in the official notification	50
3	Assistant Director, Treasury Department	2	Not specified in the official notification	2
4	Executive Officer / Assistant Secretary, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department	13	2	15
5	Assistant Director Grade-1, Social Welfare Department	11	Not specified in the official notification	11
Group A Total	-	112	5	117

Group 'B' Posts – 202 Vacancies

Sl. No.	Post Name	General Cadre Vacancies	Hyderabad-Karnataka Cadre Vacancies	Total
1	Tahsildar Grade-2, Revenue Department	18	7	25
2	Commercial Tax Officer, Commercial Tax Department	74	Not specified in the official notification	74
3	Assistant Superintendent, Prisons Department	5	1	6
4	Assistant Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Co-operation Department	19	2	21
5	Assistant Director, Department of Agricultural Marketing (Co-operation Department)	10	2	12
6	Deputy Superintendent of Excise, Finance Department (Excise Department)	5	Not specified in the official notification	5
7	Employment Officer, Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Department	3	Not specified in the official notification	3
8	Chief Officer Grade-1, Urban Development Department	18	2	20
9	Assistant Treasury Officer, Finance Department (Treasury Department)	12	Not specified in the official notification	12
10	Assistant Director, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department	2	2	4
11	Section Officer, Karnataka Government Secretariat	5	Not specified in the official notification	5
12	Section Officer, Karnataka Public Service Commission	3	1	4
13	Assistant Director Grade-2, Social Welfare Department	11	Not specified in the official notification	11
Group B Total	-	185	17	202

The official notification provides a detailed category-wise reservation breakdown for each post, which candidates should refer to for specific details.

Important Dates for KPSC Gazetted Probationers

Candidates should note the following key dates for the KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026:

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	01 Aug 2026
Online Application Last Date	31 Aug 2026
Tentative Preliminary Examination Date	15 Nov 2026

The exact dates for the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personality Test will be announced separately on the KPSC website.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

To be eligible for these Gazetted Probationers posts, candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree awarded by a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification. Candidates awaiting final results are provisionally eligible for the Preliminary Examination but must provide proof of passing before the Main Examination.

Age Limit & Relaxation

The age limits are determined as per the Gazetted Probationers Rules, 1997, with a special one-time relaxation for this recruitment.

Category	Age Limit
Minimum age (all candidates)	21 years
Maximum age – General Merit candidates	40 years
Maximum age – Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B candidates	43 years
Maximum age – SC / ST / Category-1 candidates	45 years

Additionally, all eligible candidates receive a one-time additional relaxation of 5 years in the maximum age limit for this recruitment. Further relaxations apply to Ex-servicemen, Persons with Disabilities (10 years), and widowed/divorced women (10 years), subject to specific conditions mentioned in the notification.

Application Fee

The application fee for the KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 varies by category and is payable online.

Category	Fee
General Merit and other categories	Rs. 600/-
Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B	Rs. 300/-
Ex-Military Personnel	Rs. 50/-
SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disabilities	Exempted (no fee)

The fee can be paid using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Fees are non-refundable and non-adjustable.

KPSC Gazetted Probationers Selection Process

The selection process for Gazetted Probationers involves a multi-stage competitive examination:

Preliminary Examination — This is an objective-type (multiple-choice) screening test consisting of two papers, each carrying 200 marks and lasting 2 hours (400 marks total). Marks from this stage are not included in the final merit list. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
Main Examination — This is a descriptive/conventional examination. It includes 5 compulsory papers, each worth 250 marks and 3 hours duration, totaling 1250 marks. Additionally, there are two qualifying language papers (Kannada and English), each for 150 marks and 2 hours duration. Candidates must score at least 35% in each language paper to qualify.
Personality Test (Interview) — Candidates who clear the Main Examination are called for a Personality Test, which carries a maximum of 25 marks.
Physical Standards Test — For specific posts such as Assistant Commissioner (Junior Scale) in Karnataka Police Service, Assistant Superintendent in Prisons Department, and Deputy Superintendent of Excise, candidates must meet prescribed physical standards (height, chest, and endurance tests).

Documents Required for Application

Candidates should prepare the following documents for the online application and subsequent stages:

Bachelor's/Master's Degree certificate or provisional pass certificate.
SSLC/10th standard marks card for date of birth verification.
Relevant category certificate (SC/ST/Category-1/2A/2B/3A/3B), if applicable.
Non-creamy layer certificate for OBC categories, if applicable.
Rural study certificate, if claiming rural candidate benefits.
Kannada Medium study certificate, if claiming Kannada Medium candidate benefits.
Ex-Military Person certificate/discharge certificate, if applicable.
Disability certificate in the prescribed format, if applicable.
Hyderabad-Karnataka (Article 371(J)) local candidate proof, if applicable.
Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature for upload (specific size and format requirements apply).

How to Apply for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

Visit the official KPSC online application portal: kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in
If you are a new user, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process by providing all required personal details. Note that OTR details cannot be edited after submission.
Log in to the applicant portal using your Enrollment Number/Mobile Number/Email ID and the received OTP.
Navigate to the "Apply to Post" section, select the KPSC Gazetted Probationers 2026 notification, and carefully review the instructions.
Fill out the post-specific application form, which will pre-populate some details from your OTR profile.
Proceed to "Pay Now" and complete the application fee payment using UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
After successful payment, verify your application status under the "Applied Post" tab and download the confirmation receipt, which will include a QR code.

Candidates must ensure that payment is completed successfully. If a payment status shows "Processing" or "Pending," wait for it to update before taking further action. Applications with incomplete payments will be rejected. If an application needs correction, it must be deleted under "Applied Post" and resubmitted before the last date; fees for deleted applications are not refunded or adjusted.

Important Instructions

Applications will only be accepted through the official KPSC website.
Only one application per post/category combination is permitted. Multiple applications for the same post will lead to rejection of subsequent submissions.
Eligibility conditions, including age and educational qualification, are assessed as of the last date for online application submission.
Candidates claiming reservations, age relaxations, or fee concessions must upload valid and correctly formatted certificates at the time of application.
Any false information, impersonation, or use of unfair means will result in disqualification and debarment from future KPSC examinations.
Candidates are advised to regularly check their registered login and the KPSC website for all updates regarding the examination.
The detailed syllabus for the Main Examination is available on the KPSC website: kpsc.kar.nic.in/Syllabus.

Official Links

Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QQ1. What is KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?

AIt is a recruitment drive by the Karnataka Public Service Commission to fill 319 Gazetted Probationers posts across 18 designations under Group A and Group B for the year 2026-27.

QQ2. How many vacancies are available under KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?

AA total of 319 vacancies are notified, with 117 under Group A posts and 202 under Group B posts, including 22 posts reserved for the Hyderabad-Karnataka local cadre.

QQ3. What is the last date to apply for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?

AThe last date to apply online for the KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 is 31 August 2026. Online applications commenced on 01 August 2026.

QQ4. What is the qualification required for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?

ACandidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification, as per the Gazetted Probationers Rules, 1997.

QQ5. What is the age limit for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?

AThe minimum age is 21 years. Maximum age limits are 40 years for General Merit, 43 years for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-1 candidates, with an additional one-time 5-year relaxation for this recruitment.

QQ6. What is the application fee for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?

AThe application fee is Rs. 600/- for General Merit, Rs. 300/- for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and Rs. 50/- for Ex-Military Personnel. SC/ST/Category-1/PWD candidates are exempt from paying the fee.

QQ7. How can I apply online for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?

ACandidates can apply online through kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in by completing One Time Registration (OTR), selecting "Apply to Post," filling the application form, paying the fee, and submitting it before the deadline.

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