Bengaluru, 3 September 2026: Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has invited online applications from eligible candidates for 68 Group A and Group B posts in the Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department under the Residual Parent Cadre.
The recruitment is being conducted under the Karnataka State Accounts Services (Recruitment) Rules, 2011, the Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department Services (Recruitment) (Amendment) Rules, 2015 and the 2023 amendment rules, along with other applicable rules amended from time to time.
According to the notification issued by the KPSC on August 27, 2026, the posts include:
| Group | Department | Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department | Assistant Controller | 15 | ₹83,700–₹1,55,200 |
| Group B | Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department | Audit Officer | 53 | ₹69,250–₹1,34,200 |
Competitive examination for the recruitment will be conducted in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Karnataka Gazetted Probationers (Appointment by Competitive Examinations) Rules, 1997.
Important dates
Online application begins: August 28, 2026Last date to apply: September 26, 2026
Preliminary examination: December 6, 2026 (tentative)
KPSC has also published a tentative schedule of examination dates and expected result dates on its website for the information of candidates.
Candidates advised not to wait until deadline
KPSC has advised candidates to submit their applications well before the last date instead of waiting until the final day. Commission has stated that it will not be responsible for technical problems or difficulties that may arise while submitting applications or paying the examination fee at the last minute. Candidates facing difficulties related to the online application process can contact the KPSC helpline at 080-30574957, 080-30574901, 080-22356487 or 080-22200090. Recruitment notification is dated August 27, 2026.
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