The Karnataka Public Service Commission has released the KPSC KAS Recruitment 2026 notification for 319 Group A and Group B Gazetted Probationer vacancies. The online application process began on August 1, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms until August 31, 2026.
The notification covers 117 Group A posts and 202 Group B posts across major Karnataka government departments. The preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for November 15, 2026. Graduates planning to compete for administrative positions should verify their eligibility, reservation documents and permitted number of attempts before completing the application.
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KPSC KAS Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Karnataka Public Service Commission |
| Examination | Gazetted Probationers Examination 2026-27 |
| Common name | KPSC KAS Examination |
| Total vacancies | 319 |
| Group A vacancies | 117 |
| Group B vacancies | 202 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start date | August 1, 2026 |
| Application deadline | August 31, 2026 |
| Preliminary examination | November 15, 2026, tentative |
| Job location | Karnataka |
| Selection stages | Preliminary examination, main examination and personality test |
Vacancy Details Announced
KPSC has notified 319 vacancies under the Karnataka Gazetted Probationers recruitment rules. The recruitment includes 117 Group A positions and 202 Group B positions across administrative, taxation, revenue, treasury, social welfare and local government departments.
Group A Posts
- Assistant Commissioner, Junior Scale: 39 posts
- Assistant Commissioner of Commercial Taxes: 50 posts
- Assistant Director, Treasury Department: 2 posts
- Executive Officer or Assistant Secretary: 15 posts
- Assistant Director Grade-I, Social Welfare Department: 11 posts
Group B Posts
- Tahsildar Grade-II: 25 posts
- Commercial Tax Officer: 74 posts
- Assistant Superintendent, Prisons Department: 6 posts
- Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies: 21 posts
- Assistant Director, Agricultural Marketing: 12 posts
- Excise Deputy Superintendent: 5 posts
- Employment Officer: 3 posts
- Chief Officer Grade-I: 20 posts
- Assistant Treasury Officer: 12 posts
- Assistant Director, Food and Civil Supplies: 4 posts
- Section Officer, Karnataka Government Secretariat: 5 posts
- Section Officer, Karnataka Public Service Commission: 4 posts
- Assistant Director Grade-II, Social Welfare Department: 11 posts
Candidates should check the post-wise and category-wise vacancy schedules before entering their preferences in the online application.
Important Recruitment Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | July 31, 2026 |
| Online applications started | August 1, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | August 31, 2026 |
| Preliminary examination | November 15, 2026, tentative |
The preliminary examination date is tentative. Candidates should treat it as provisional until KPSC confirms the schedule through a subsequent official notice.
Educational Qualification Required
Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree awarded by a university established by law in India, a master’s degree from a recognised university or another qualification accepted as equivalent under the applicable recruitment rules.
Candidates who have appeared in the qualifying examination but are awaiting their results may receive provisional admission to the preliminary examination. However, candidates shortlisted for the main examination must submit proof that they passed the required degree examination.
KPSC KAS Age Limit
Candidates must have completed at least 21 years of age as of the prescribed application deadline.
| Category | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 40 years |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B | 43 years |
| SC, ST and Category-I | 45 years |
Separate age-relaxation provisions may apply to eligible ex-servicemen, persons with disabilities, widowed candidates and other categories covered by Karnataka government rules.
Number of Examination Attempts
- General Merit candidates: 5 attempts
- Category-I, 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B candidates: 7 attempts
- SC and ST candidates: No attempt limit, subject to the applicable age limit
Every appearance in the preliminary examination is counted as an attempt. Candidates who have already exhausted the permitted number of attempts are not eligible to continue in the recruitment process.
KPSC KAS Application Fee
| Candidate category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit | ₹600 |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B | ₹300 |
| Ex-servicemen | ₹50 |
| SC, ST, Category-I and persons with disabilities | No fee |
The application fee must be paid through the permitted online payment facility. Candidates should save the payment receipt and verify that the fee status is shown correctly before the application deadline.
KPSC KAS Selection Process
The KPSC KAS recruitment process consists of the following three stages:
- Preliminary examination
- Main written examination
- Personality test
The preliminary examination is a screening stage used to shortlist candidates for the main examination. Final selection will be determined through performance in the main written examination and personality test, subject to document verification, reservation rules and post preferences.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official KPSC online application portal.
- Complete new registration or sign in using an existing account.
- Complete the One-Time Registration profile with an active mobile number and email address.
- Enter personal, educational, reservation and communication details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting certificates.
- Select the Gazetted Probationers Examination 2026-27.
- Review all information before final submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online mode.
- Submit the form and save the application or request number.
- Download and print the completed application for future use.
Candidates should carefully verify their name, date of birth, category, qualification details and reservation claims. Requests to modify information after final submission may not be accepted.
Documents Candidates Should Prepare
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- SSLC certificate or marks sheet as proof of date of birth
- Degree or postgraduate qualification certificates
- Aadhaar card or another accepted identity document
- Caste and category certificate, where applicable
- Hyderabad-Karnataka reservation certificate, where applicable
- Rural or Kannada-medium certificate, where applicable
- Disability certificate, where applicable
- Ex-serviceman or other relaxation documents
- Active email address and mobile number
Reservation and eligibility certificates should be valid on the application deadline and issued in the format prescribed by the commission.
Final Instructions for Applicants
KPSC KAS Recruitment 2026 offers 319 opportunities across important Karnataka administrative, revenue, taxation, treasury, social welfare and local government services. Eligible candidates should complete their applications well before August 31, 2026, rather than waiting for the final hours of the portal.
Applicants should also begin preparing for the tentative preliminary examination scheduled for November 15, 2026. Preparation should cover Karnataka current affairs, government programmes, Indian polity, history, geography, environmental studies, science and general mental ability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available under KPSC KAS Recruitment 2026?
KPSC has notified 319 vacancies, comprising 117 Group A posts and 202 Group B posts.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is August 31, 2026.
When will the KPSC KAS preliminary examination be held?
The preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for November 15, 2026.
What qualification is required?
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or another recognised equivalent qualification.
Is there negative marking in the preliminary examination?
Yes. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
What is the KPSC KAS selection process?
The selection process includes the preliminary examination, main written examination and personality test.
