Gazetted Probationers (Group A & B) in Karnataka Public Service Commission
Karnataka Public Service Commission
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Pay: ₹43,100 (Level 9) to ₹83,900
Category State Portals
Job Type Regular
Latest Updates & Links
Latest Update: The tentative schedule for the recruitment of 319 Gazetted Probationer (Group A & B) posts for 2026-27 has been released.
Download Exam Schedule: Click here to view
Official Notice (Exam Schedule): Download PDF
Eligibility Specifications
Advertisement / Notice No: KPSCKA/EXA1/EXMF/9/2026-EXAM-1/I/251710/2026
Age Limits: Between 21 and 40 years (for general category).
Age Cut-off Date: Age calculated strictly on 31 August 2026.
Category Relaxations: OBC (+3 years), SC/ST (+5 years).
Note: Has non-standard/complex age relaxations. Please check the official PDF notification for details.
Allowed Qualifications: Graduate, Post Graduate, MBBS.
Specialized Requirements & Prerequisites:
- Bachelors or Masters Degree
- Height: 165cm min (Male Police/Excise)
- Height: 157cm min (Female Police/Excise)
- Weight: 46.25kg min (Female Excise)
Document Specifications: Photo: Max 200 KB (JPEG/JPG), Signature: Max 70 KB (JPEG/JPG)
Helpline Contacts: Phone: 080-30574957, 080-30574901, 080-22356487, 080-22200090
Vacancy Breakdown
Total posts: 319 vacancies
For detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution, please refer to the official notification PDF.
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
Assistant Commissioner (Junior Scale) (DPAR) 39 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Graduate
Salary Scale Pay Level 10 (Not Specified Range)
Assistant Commissioner of Commercial Taxes 50 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Graduate
Salary Scale Pay Level 10 (Not Specified Range)
Assistant Director (Treasury Department) 2 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Graduate
Salary Scale Not Specified
Executive Officer / Assistant Secretary (RDPR) 15 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Graduate
Salary Scale Not Specified
Assistant Director Grade-1 (Social Welfare) 11 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Graduate
Salary Scale Not Specified
Tahsildar Grade-2 (Revenue Dept) 25 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Graduate
Salary Scale Not Specified
Commercial Tax Officer 74 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Graduate
Salary Scale ₹43,100 - ₹83,900
Key Timelines & Fees
Registration Start Date: 1 August 2026
Application Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Application Fee (General Merit): ₹600
Application Fee (Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B): ₹300
Application Fee (Ex-Military Person): ₹50
Application Fee (SC, ST, Category-1 and PwD): ₹0
Selection & Exam Pattern
Selection Process: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Personality Test
Exam Mode: Offline (OMR)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
Preliminary Exam consists of 2 papers (General Studies - National/International and General Studies - State/Science/Mental Ability) of 200 marks each. Main Exam consists of 2 qualifying language papers (Kannada & English) and 5 descriptive compulsory papers (Essay and 4 General Studies papers).
Please double check exam stages in the official PDF notification below.
Official Actions
How to Apply (Form Filling Guide)
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1. Visit the portal https://kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in
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2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) to create a profile.
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3. Log in using the Enrollment Number/Mobile Number/Email and OTP.
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4. Click on 'Apply to Post' tab.
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5. Fill the application form and upload photo and signature in JPEG/JPG format.
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6. Review application and pay the fee via Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI.
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7. Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the age limit for General Merit candidates?
The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 40 years as of the cutoff date.
Is there any negative marking in the preliminary exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) for every incorrect answer.
What are the application fees for General and Reserved categories?
General Merit candidates must pay ₹600, Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B pay ₹300, and Ex-Military candidates pay ₹50. SC, ST, and Category-1 candidates are exempted.