KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 notification is now officially released to fill 319 Group A and Group B vacancies across various departments. If you are looking to secure a prestigious administrative position in Karnataka, this guide provides the exact dates, eligibility criteria, and fee details you need. Read below for complete, factual information on how to apply online smoothly.
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Criteria | Details |
| Organization | Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
| Exam Name | Karnataka Gazetted Probationers (Competitive Exam) 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 319 Posts |
| Official Website | kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 31-07-2026 |
| Application Start Date | 01-08-2026 |
| Last Date For Registration | 31-08-2026 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 31-08-2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be notified later |
| Exam Date | 15-11-2026 (Preliminary Exam - Tentative) |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General Merit (GM) | Rs. 600/- |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | Rs. 300/- |
| SC / ST / Cat-1 / PH | Exempted (No Fee) |
| Ex-Military | Rs. 50/- |
| Payment Mode | Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI |
Age Limit Details (As on 31-08-2026)
| Criteria | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | General: 40 Years; Cat 2A/2B/3A/3B: 43 Years; SC/ST/Cat-1: 45 Years |
| Age Relaxation | PH: 10 Years; Widow: 10 Years; Ex-Servicemen: Years of service + 3 years |
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Details | Information |
| Total Posts | 319 |
| Post Name | Group A (Assistant Commissioner, Executive Officer, etc.) and Group B (Tahsildar Grade-2, Commercial Tax Officer, etc.) |
| Advt No. | KPSCKA/EXA1/EXMF/9/2026-EXAM-1/1/251710/2026 |
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Educational Qualification | Must possess a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree awarded by a University established by Law in India or equivalent |
| Appearing Candidates | Final year candidates can apply for the Prelims, but must submit proof of passing before applying for the Mains exam |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Group | Vacancies |
| Group A | 117 Posts (112 RPC + 05 HK) |
| Group B | 202 Posts (185 RPC + 17 HK) |
State-Wise Vacancy Details
| Region | Details |
| Eligibility | This is a Karnataka State Government job open to Indian citizens meeting language and educational criteria |
| Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK) Cadre | 22 Posts reserved specifically for candidates belonging to the HK local cadre region |
| Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) | 297 Posts available |
Important Documents Required
| Document Type | Specifics |
| ID & Age Proof | SSLC/10th marks card, Aadhaar card, Ration Card, or Kutumba ID |
| Educational Proof | Degree certificates and marks cards |
| Reservation Certificates | Valid Caste, Income, Rural, Kannada Medium, or PH certificates (must be valid on 31-08-2026) |
| Media | Recent passport photo (max 200KB, JPG/JPEG) and Signature (max 70KB, JPG/JPEG) |
Syllabus Overview
| Paper | Subjects |
| Prelims Paper 1 | General Studies (National/International importance) and Humanities (History, Geography, Polity, Economy) |
| Prelims Paper 2 | General Studies (State importance), General Science & Technology, Environment & Ecology, General Mental Ability |
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Details |
| Preliminary Exam | Objective type. 2 papers (100 questions, 200 marks each). Duration: 2 hours per paper. Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer |
| Main Exam | Descriptive type. 2 Qualifying language papers (150 marks each). 5 Compulsory papers (Essay, GS 1 to 4) at 250 marks each. Total: 1250 marks |
Selection Process
| Stage | Description |
| Stage 1 | Preliminary Examination (Objective) - Candidates selected in a 1:15 ratio |
| Stage 2 | Main Examination (Written/Descriptive) |
| Stage 3 | Personality Test (25 Marks) - Candidates called in a 1:3 ratio based on Main exam performance |
Salary Details
| Group | Pay Scale |
| Group A Posts | As per standard Karnataka Government Pay Matrix for Group A |
| Group B Posts | As per standard Karnataka Government Pay Matrix for Group B |
| Note | Pay scales depend on specific departments like DPAR, Revenue, or Commercial Taxes |
How to apply
| Step | Action |
| Step 1 | Visit the official website at kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in to start your registration |
| Step 2 | Click on "New Registration" to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) profile |
| Step 3 | Log in using your Enrollment Number, Mobile Number, or E-mail ID and password |
| Step 4 | Fill in your personal, educational, and reservation details accurately and click "Save" |
| Step 5 | Upload your photo (under 200KB) and signature (under 70KB) in JPEG/JPG format |
| Step 6 | Find the active Gazetted Probationers notification and click "Apply to Post" |
| Step 7 | Pay the required fee via UPI, Credit/Debit card, or Net Banking, and save the final application slip containing the QR code |
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