KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply for 20 Posts
The Karnataka State Legal Services Authority (KSLSA), Bengaluru has released the KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026 notification to fill 20 vacancies for the post of Section Officer. This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for LL.B graduates seeking a government career in Karnataka's legal services administration, with applications accepted online through the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) portal.
Short Information
The Karnataka State Legal Services Authority (KSLSA) has announced 20 vacancies for Section Officer posts — 18 under the Residual Parent Cadre and 2 under the Kalyana Karnataka Region. The online application window opened on 20 July 2026 and closes on 19 August 2026 at 11:59 P.M. Eligible candidates holding an LL.B degree from a recognized university can apply through the official KEA website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Modes |
|---|---|---|
| General Merit / Category-II(A)/II(B)/III(A)/III(B) of OBC | ₹1,000 | UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card |
| SC / ST / Category-I of OBC / Persons with Benchmark Disability | ₹500 | UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card |
Fee must be paid through the online payment gateway during application submission. Fees are non-refundable except for age-barred candidates whose applications are rejected.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post Name | Vacancy Count | Age Limit (as on 20.07.2026) | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section Officer (Residual Parent Cadre) | 18 | Min: 18 years<br>Max: 40 years (General), 43 years (OBC IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB), 45 years (SC/ST/Cat-I) | LL.B from a recognized University | ₹69,250 – ₹1,34,200 |
| Section Officer (Kalyana Karnataka Region) | 2 | Min: 18 years<br>Max: 40 years (General), 43 years (OBC IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB), 45 years (SC/ST/Cat-I) | LL.B from a recognized University | ₹69,250 – ₹1,34,200 |
Category-wise Breakup (Residual Parent Cadre – 18 Posts):
- General Merit: 09
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 03
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 01
- Category-I (MBC): 01
- Category-II(A): 02
- Category-II(B): 01
- Category-III(A): 01
- Category-III(B): 00
Horizontal reservation within Residual Parent Cadre: Women (4 posts), Rural candidates (3 posts), PwBD – Blindness/Low Vision (1 post under General Merit).
Kalyana Karnataka Region – 2 Posts (Article 371-J Local Cadre):
- General Merit: 01
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 01
- Other categories: 00
Additional age relaxation of 5 years (one-time) applies per Government Order No. DPAR 262 SRR 2025 dated 29.01.2026, over and above standard Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection is conducted in two stages: Competitive Examination followed by Interview.
Competitive Examination Pattern (Offline OMR-based, Bengaluru Centre Only)
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Duration | Max Marks | Min Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Knowledge: Current Affairs, General Science, History & Geography of Karnataka, Social Science, General Intellectual Ability, Public Administration & Rural Development, Environmental Science, Logical Thinking | 100 | 2 Hours | 300 | 105 |
| Paper-II | Legal Services Authorities Act 1987; KSLSA Rules 1996; KSLSA Regulations 1997; Karnataka Civil Services Rules; Karnataka Financial Code 1958; Constitution of India; Code of Civil Procedure 1908; Bharatiya Nagarika Suraksha Sanhita 2023; Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023; Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023; General Knowledge in Kannada Language | 100 | 2 Hours | 300 | 105 |
Key Exam Rules:
- Objective type with four options per question; 1/4th (0.75) negative marking for wrong answers.
- Fifth option on OMR sheet must be shaded for unanswered questions; else 0.75 marks deducted.
- Extra 5 minutes after last bell to shade fifth option.
- Candidates without Kannada as first/second language up to SSLC must pass Kannada Language Departmental Examination (KPSC) before probation completion.
Interview (Viva-Voce)
| Component | Max Marks | Min Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Interview | 25 | 13 |
Candidates shortlisted for interview in 1:5 ratio per reserved category based on competitive exam merit. Final selection on combined merit of written exam and interview.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the Karnataka Examinations Authority website (Official Website link in Important Links table).
- Read all instructions carefully before starting the online application.
- Fill in all required particulars accurately: Aadhaar number, SSLC/10th registration number, LL.B marks card details.
- Provide caste/income certificate details (if applicable) and reservation claims (rural, PwBD, Kalyana Karnataka 371-J eligibility).
- Upload scanned photograph (5cm x 3.5cm, white background, 50–200 KB, JPG) and signature (2.5cm x 7.5cm, black ball-point pen on white paper, 25–50 KB, JPG).
- Enter valid postal address, mobile number, and email ID for all communications.
- Pay prescribed fee via UPI/Net Banking/Debit Card through the payment gateway.
- Preview the filled application thoroughly before final submission.
- Submit and take a printout for records; note down the application number for admit card and future reference.
- Only the last submitted application is considered if multiple are filed; earlier ones stand rejected.
Required Documents Checklist
- Aadhaar Card
- SSLC/10th Standard mark sheet and registration number
- LL.B degree/marks card from recognized University
- Caste Certificate (Form-D for SC/ST, Form-E for Cat-I, Form-F for IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB) if applicable
- Income & Non-Creamy Layer Certificate where applicable
- Rural Reservation: Form-2 (BEO countersigned) + Form-1 (Tahsildar NCL declaration for General Merit rural claimants)
- Ex-Servicemen: Discharge/Release Certificate
- PwBD Certificate (per OM No. DPAR 115 SRR 2005 dated 19.11.2005)
- Transgender Certificate (Section 6, Transgender Persons Act, 2019)
- Kalyana Karnataka (Art. 371-J) Eligibility Certificate (per 2013 Rules, obtained on/before last date)
- Valid Photo ID (Voter ID/Aadhaar/PAN/Ration Card/Passport/Driving Licence)
- NOC for in-service candidates (submit to KSLSA after selection list, before appointment)
- Two Character Certificates: one from LL.B institution head, two from respectable non-relatives
Certificates obtained after the application closing date will not be accepted. Originals must be produced at interview/verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are there in KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 20 vacancies in total — 18 posts under the Residual Parent Cadre and 2 posts under the Kalyana Karnataka Region.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
The online application can be submitted till 19 August 2026, up to 11:59 P.M.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for KSLSA Section Officer?
Candidates must have passed LL.B (Bachelor of Laws) from a recognized University.
Q4. What is the age limit for KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
Minimum age is 18 years. Maximum age is 40 years (General Merit), 43 years (OBC Category-II(A)/II(B)/III(A)/III(B)), and 45 years (SC/ST/Category-I), as on 20.07.2026, with additional relaxations per rules.
Q5. What is the selection process for KSLSA Section Officer?
Selection is through a Competitive Examination (Paper-I and Paper-II, offline OMR-based) followed by an Interview, with candidates shortlisted for interview in a 1:5 ratio per reserved category.
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