KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026 – 83 Posts | Apply by 26 Sep
Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC)
Karnataka - Karnataka
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The last date to apply was 26 Sept 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Controller (Group-A) | — | — | 21–— | 26 Sept 2026 | 15 |
| Audit Officer (Group-B) - RPC | — | — | 21–— | 26 Sept 2026 | 53 |
| Audit Officer (Group-B) - HK Cadre | — | — | 21–— | 26 Sept 2026 | 15 |
| Total Vacancies | 83 | ||||
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Karnataka Public Service Commission Important Dates 2026
Karnataka Public Service Commission Application Fee 2026
Rs.600 General; Rs.300 Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B; Rs.50 Ex-SM; Nil SC, ST, Cat-1 and PwD
Karnataka Public Service Commission Age Limit 2026
Minimum Age
21 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Karnataka Public Service Commission Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Assistant Controller Rs.83,700-1,55,200; Audit Officer Rs.69,250-1,34,200
Karnataka Public Service Commission Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Controller (Group-A) | 15 | Rs. 83,700 - Rs. 1,55,200 |
|
| — yrs |
| 2 | Audit Officer (Group-B) - RPC | 53 | Rs. 69,250 - Rs. 1,34,200 |
|
| — yrs |
| 3 | Audit Officer (Group-B) - HK Cadre | 15 | Rs. 69,250 - Rs. 1,34,200 |
|
| — yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 83 | |||||
Karnataka Public Service Commission Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Age: Minimum 21 with maximum after the one-time 5-year enhancement - GM 40, 2A/2B/3A/3B 43 and SC/ST/Cat-1 45, as on 26-09-2026
- Qualification: M.Com, MBA Finance and allied finance Master degrees, or ICAI and ICMAI membership
- Fee: Rs.600 General, Rs.300 reserved categories and Rs.50 Ex-SM with exemptions
Karnataka Public Service Commission Qualification / Education
- Qualification: Citizen of India with any one of M.Com, MBA in Finance, MBA in Financial Management, MBA or M.Com in Financial Analysis, any other UGC-notified Master degree with Finance as a subject from a university established by law in India, or Member of ICAI, or Associate Member of ICMAI; result-awaiting candidates may sit the Prelims but must produce proof with the Main application
Karnataka Public Service Commission Job Details & Overview
Overview
| Organisation | Karnataka Public Service Commission, Udyoga Soudha, Bengaluru for the Audit and Accounts Department in the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK) Cadre |
|---|---|
| Post | Assistant Controller Group-A and Audit Officer Group-B - No. KPSCKA/EXA2/PRSL/10/2026-EXAM2/251 dated 27-08-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 83 (Assistant Controller 15, Audit Officer RPC 53 and Audit Officer HK 15) |
| Qualification | M.Com, MBA Finance and allied degrees, or ICAI and ICMAI membership |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online from 28-08-2026 through KPSC online |
| Last Date | 26/09/2026 (Prelims tentative 06-12-2026) |
| Official Website | https://kpsc.kar.nic.in (direct PDF deep-links are bot-blocked - use the notifications section) |
Vacancy Details - Category Wise
| Post | SC | Cat-1 | Cat-2A | GM | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Controller (15) | 2 | 1 | 3 | 8 (incl. Women 5, Rural 5, Ex-Military 1, PH-LD 1 within total) | 15 |
| Audit Officer (53) | 7 | 3 | 8 | 26 (incl. Women 17, Rural 16, Ex-Military 4, PH 5, Kannada Medium 2 within total) | 53 |
| RPC Total | 9 | 4 | 11 | 34 | 68 |
| Audit Officer (HK Cadre) | Category breakup as per HK notification | 15 | |||
| Grand Total | — | 83 | |||
The category table above follows notification summaries - verify the ST, 2B, 3A and 3B cells in the official PDF since the summaries omit them.
Eligibility Details
- Citizen of India with the finance degrees or memberships detailed in the qualification panel
- Result-awaiting candidates may sit the Prelims but must produce proof with the Main application
Age Limit
| Category | Age as on last date 26-09-2026 |
|---|---|
| Minimum all | 21 years |
| Maximum GM | 40 years |
| Maximum 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B | 43 years |
| Maximum SC, ST and Cat-1 | 45 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (online banking, debit, credit and UPI) |
|---|---|
| General | Rs.600 |
| Cat-2A, 2B, 3A and 3B | Rs.300 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs.50 |
| SC, ST, Cat-1 and PwD | Nil |
Selection Process
- Preliminary examination of 450 marks for screening and shortlisting only, followed by the Main written examination of 2,100 marks with merit deciding and no interview or personality test
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Marks |
|---|---|
| Prelims (screening) | 450 |
| Main Written | 2100 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27/08/2026 |
| Online Window | 28/08/2026 to 26/09/2026 |
| Prelims (tentative) | 06/12/2026 |
| Mains Date | On the KPSC website |
How to Apply
- Open the KPSC portal notifications section for the advertisement number above
- Complete the One Time Registration
- Choose Apply to Post, fill personal, educational and category details and upload photo, signature and documents
- Pay the fee online and submit before 26-09-2026, keeping the acknowledgement
Important Links (Official Only)
- KPSC Official Website - Notifications (direct PDF links are bot-blocked)
- KPSC Online Portal (OTR and Apply)
HK Cadre (Kalaburagi) - 15 Audit Officer Posts
In addition to the 68 RPC posts, KPSC has notified 15 Audit Officer (Group-B) posts for the Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK) cadre. Total vacancies are now 83 - 15 Assistant Controller + 53 Audit Officer (RPC) + 15 Audit Officer (HK). The last date for all posts was 26-09-2026; the tentative prelims date is 06-12-2026.
Karnataka Public Service Commission Important Links
Applications Closed
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Download Notification
https://kpsc.kar.nic.in
Official Website
https://kpsc.kar.nic.in
How to Apply for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC)'s KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026 – 83 Posts | Apply by 26 Sep before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of Rs.600 General; Rs.300 Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B; Rs.50 Ex-SM; Nil SC, ST, Cat-1 and PwD online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Note: the last date to apply was 26 Sept 2026, so online applications for this post are now closed.
Karnataka Public Service Commission Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Karnataka Public Service Commission Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) notification before submitting.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026 – 83 Posts | Apply by 26 Sep?
KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026 – 83 Posts | Apply by 26 Sep is a government recruitment notification published by Karnataka Public Service Commission. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026 start on 28 August 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026 is 26 September 2026.
What is the application fee for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
Rs.600 General; Rs.300 Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B; Rs.50 Ex-SM; Nil SC, ST, Cat-1 and PwD
What is the qualification required for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
Qualification: Citizen of India with any one of M.Com, MBA in Finance, MBA in Financial Management, MBA or M.Com in Financial Analysis, any other UGC-notified Master degree with Finance as a subject from a university established by law in India, or Member of ICAI, or Associate Member of ICMAI; result-awaiting candidates may sit the Prelims but must produce proof with the Main application
How to apply for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Karnataka Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.