KPSC Recruitment 2026: Assistant Controller & Audit Officer Posts in Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Department
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Controller (Group A) & Audit Officer (Group B) |
| Total Vacancies | 68 (15 Assistant Controller + 53 Audit Officer) |
| Application Mode | Online (via KPSC One Time Registration Portal) |
| Job Location | Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Department, Karnataka |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27-08-2026 |
| Application Start Date | 28-08-2026 |
| Application End Date | 26-09-2026 |
| Application Fee Last Date | 26-09-2026 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | 06-12-2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination Date | Check Official Notification |
| Result Date | Check Official Notification |
| Interview Date | Check Official Notification |
| Counselling Date | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode | Fee Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Merit | ₹600 | Online (Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI) | 26-09-2026 |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | ₹300 | Online (Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI) | 26-09-2026 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹50 | Online (Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI) | 26-09-2026 |
| SC, ST, Category-1, PH | Fee Exempted | Not Applicable | 26-09-2026 |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
Post-wise Vacancy and Eligibility
| Post Name | Vacancy Count | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale | Category Breakup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Controller (Group A) | 15 | 21–40 years (GM), 21–43 (2A/2B/3A/3B), 21–45 (SC/ST/Cat-1) | Master's degree in Commerce (M.Com), MBA (Finance), MBA (Financial Management), MBA/M.Com (Financial Analysis), or any other Master's degree with 'Finance' as a subject, or ICAI/ICMAI membership | ₹83,700–1,55,200 | SC: 2, Category-1: 1, Category-2A: 3, General Merit: 8 (Women: 5, Rural: 5, Ex-Military: 1, PH(LD): 1) |
| Audit Officer (Group B) | 53 | 21–40 years (GM), 21–43 (2A/2B/3A/3B), 21–45 (SC/ST/Cat-1) | Master's degree in Commerce (M.Com), MBA (Finance), MBA (Financial Management), MBA/M.Com (Financial Analysis), or any other Master's degree with 'Finance' as a subject, or ICAI/ICMAI membership | ₹69,250–1,34,000 | SC: 7, ST: 2, Category-1: 3, Category-2A: 8, Category-2B: 2, Category-3A: 2, Category-3B: 3, General Merit: 26 (Women: 17, Rural: 16, Ex-Military: 4, PH: 5, Kannada Medium: 2) |
Category-wise Reservation Summary
| Category | Assistant Controller | Audit Officer |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 2 | 7 |
| ST | 0 | 2 |
| Category-1 | 1 | 3 |
| Category-2A | 3 | 8 |
| Category-2B | 0 | 2 |
| Category-3A | 0 | 2 |
| Category-3B | 0 | 3 |
| General Merit | 8 | 26 |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
| Paper | Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 150 | 2 hours | Objective (MCQ) |
| Paper 2 | Commerce and Management | 300 | 2 hours | Objective (MCQ) |
| Total | 450 |
- Question papers are set in both Kannada and English.
- Marks are used only for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination (1:20 ratio).
- Preliminary marks do not count towards final merit.
Stage 2: Main Examination
| Paper | Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Kannada | 150 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Paper 2 | English | 150 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Paper 3 | General Studies | 300 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Paper 4 | General Studies | 300 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Paper 5 | Financial Accounting, Management and Analysis | 300 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Paper 6 | Principles & Practice of Management, Organisational Behaviour, Training and Development | 300 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Paper 7 | Corporate Finance, Business Economics and Taxation | 300 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Paper 8 | Principles & Practice of Auditing, Computer Concepts and E-Commerce | 300 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Total | 2,100 |
- Kannada and English papers are qualifying in nature (minimum 30% each, average 35%).
- Final merit is calculated based on Papers 3 to 8 only.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Visit the official KPSC website at kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Click on "New Registration" for One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Complete OTR registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in to the Applicant Login page using your Enrolment Number, Mobile Number, or email ID with OTP.
- Complete or update your profile under "Registration of Applicant Details".
- Click the "Apply to Post" tab against the relevant notification and select the post(s) you wish to apply for.
- Fill in all details accurately, including personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload your photograph (200 KB) and signature (70 KB) in JPEG/JPG format.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Pay the applicable fee online through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
- Verify that your application shows "Application submitted", "Payment done", and "Application is accepted".
Required Documents
- Valid email ID and mobile number
- Educational qualification certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Photograph and signature in specified format
- Valid government-recognised photo ID proof (Voter ID, Aadhaar, Driving Licence, PAN, Passport, or Government service ID)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is KPSC Recruitment 2026? KPSC Recruitment 2026 refers to the Karnataka Public Service Commission's recruitment drive for 68 Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) posts of Assistant Controller (Group A) and Audit Officer (Group B) in the Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Department.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in KPSC Recruitment 2026? A total of 68 vacancies are notified: 15 for Assistant Controller (Group A) and 53 for Audit Officer (Group B).
Q3. What is the last date to apply for KPSC Recruitment 2026? The last date to submit the online application is 26-09-2026.
Q4. What are the eligibility criteria for KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer posts? Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Commerce (M.Com), MBA (Finance), MBA (Financial Management), MBA/M.Com (Financial Analysis), or any other Master's degree with 'Finance' as a subject, or be a member of ICAI/ICMAI.
Q5. What is the age limit for KPSC Recruitment 2026? The minimum age is 21 years. The maximum age is 40 years for General Merit, 43 years for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-1 candidates (with one-time relaxation).
Q6. What is the application fee for KPSC Recruitment 2026? The fee is ₹600 for General Merit, ₹300 for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and ₹50 for Ex-Servicemen. SC, ST, Category-1, and PH candidates are exempted.
Q7. What is the selection process for KPSC Recruitment 2026? Selection is through a Preliminary Examination (450 marks) followed by a Main Examination (2,100 marks). Preliminary marks are used only for shortlisting.
Q8. What is the salary for KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer posts? The pay scale is ₹83,700–1,55,200 for Assistant Controller (Group A) and ₹69,250–1,34,000 for Audit Officer (Group B).
Q9. When is the KPSC Preliminary Examination 2026? The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for 06-12-2026.
Q10. How to check KPSC Recruitment 2026 application status? Candidates can check their application status by logging into their KPSC applicant portal at kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in using their credentials.
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