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| Recruiting authority | Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC), "Udyoga Soudha", Bengaluru-560 001 |
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- The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released a recruitment notification, No. KPSCKA/EXA1/EXMF/9/2026-EXAM-1/I/251710/2026 dated 31-07-2026, inviting online applications for 319 Gazetted Probationers posts for the year 2026-27 under the Karnataka Gazetted Probationers (Appointment by Competitive Examinations) Rules, 1997. The recruitment covers 5 Group A posts and 13 Group B posts across various Karnataka Government departments. Eligible candidates can apply online through kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in from 01-08-2026 to 07-09-2026.
- Recruiting Body: Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC)
- Post Category: Gazetted Probationers, 2026-27 (18 different posts under Group A and Group B)
- Total Vacancies: 319 (117 Group A + 202 Group B)
- Who Can Apply: Candidates holding a Bachelor's or Master's Degree from a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification, meeting the prescribed age limit
- Application Start Date: 01-08-2026
- Application Last Date: 07-09-2026
- Tentative Preliminary Exam Date: 15-11-2026
- Application Mode: Online only, through kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in (One Time Registration required)
- Job Location: Karnataka (various government departments)
- KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
- Extended Notification PDF
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 Overview
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Important Dates
- Candidates should keep track of the following dates related to the KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 online application process.
- The notification states that the exact date, time and venue for the preliminary examination will be published separately on the KPSC website closer to the exam. The Main Examination and Personality Test (interview) dates are not specified in this notification and will be announced later.
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KPSC Gazetted Probationers Vacancy 2026 Details
- A total of 319 vacancies are notified, split into 117 Group A posts and 202 Group B posts across 18 different designations. Of these, 22 posts (5 in Group A and 17 in Group B) are reserved under the Hyderabad-Karnataka (Article 371(J)) local cadre quota, in addition to the vacancies in the general cadre. The post-wise vacancy break-up is given below.
Group 'A' Posts – 117 Vacancies
Group 'B' Posts – 202 Vacancies
- Grand Total: 319 vacancies (297 general cadre + 22 Hyderabad-Karnataka cadre). Detailed category-wise (General Merit, SC, ST, Category-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, Ex-Military, Kannada Medium, Physically Handicapped, Transgender) reservation break-up for each individual post is provided in Annexure-1 of the official notification and has not been reproduced here for brevity; candidates should refer to the official PDF for the exact category-wise vacancy split relevant to them.
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Qualification
- As per Rule 7 of the Karnataka Recruitment of Gazetted Probationers (Appointment by Competitive Examinations) Rules, 1997 (as amended by the 8th Amendment Rules, 2010), no candidate is eligible for recruitment under these rules unless they possess a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree awarded by a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification.
- Candidates who have appeared for an examination that would render them educationally qualified, but whose results have not yet been declared, are also eligible for admission to the Preliminary Examination; however, they must produce proof of passing the qualifying examination along with their Main Examination application, failing which they will not be admitted to the Main Examination. Candidates who have passed their final professional/medical examination but not completed internship at the time of application are provisionally admitted, subject to submitting the required proof at the time of interview.
- The notification does not specify a separate, distinct educational qualification for each of the 18 individual posts beyond this general Bachelor's/Master's Degree requirement under the Gazetted Probationers Rules, 1997.
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Age Limit
- The age limit is prescribed as per Rule of the Gazetted Probationers Rules, 1997, along with a one-time special relaxation announced for this recruitment.
- As per Government Order No. ಸಕಇ 262 ಪಿಆರಇ 2025, dated 29-01-2026, candidates belonging to all categories covered under the above age-limit rules are entitled to a further one-time additional relaxation of 5 years in the maximum age limit for this recruitment.
- Additional age relaxation is also available as follows: Ex-servicemen get relaxation equal to their length of military service plus 3 years (subject to conditions); Persons with Disabilities get 10 years' relaxation; and candidates who are widowed/divorced and have not remarried get 10 years' relaxation, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Application Fee
- The application fee for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 varies by category and must be paid online during the application process.
- The fee can be paid online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other examination or notification. Applications with unsuccessful or incomplete payment will be rejected.
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KPSC Gazetted Probationers Selection Process
- Selection for the Gazetted Probationers posts under this notification follows a two-stage process as prescribed under the Gazetted Probationers Rules, 1997: a Preliminary Examination, followed by a Main Examination and Personality Test (interview) for candidates who qualify.
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Required Documents
- Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the online application, One Time Registration (OTR), and subsequent stages:
- Bachelor's/Master's Degree certificate or provisional pass certificate
- SSLC/10th standard marks card (for date of birth verification)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/Category-1/2A/2B/3A/3B), issued by the competent Tahsildar, where applicable
- Non-creamy layer certificate, where applicable for 2A/2B/3A/3B categories
- Rural study certificate, where claiming rural candidate benefit
- Kannada Medium study certificate, where claiming Kannada Medium candidate benefit
- Ex-Military Person certificate/discharge certificate, where applicable
- Disability certificate in the prescribed format, where applicable
- Hyderabad-Karnataka (Article 371(J)) local candidate proof, where applicable
- Recent photograph and scanned signature for upload (photo: below 200 KB, signature: below 70 KB, JPEG/JPG format)
How to Apply for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026
- Eligible candidates can apply online for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 by following the steps below.
- Visit the official KPSC website: kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in
- If applying for the first time, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by entering all personal details step by step and submitting them; OTR details, once submitted, cannot be edited later.
- Log in to the applicant portal using your Enrollment Number/Mobile Number/Email ID and OTP.
- Go to the "Apply to Post" tab, select this notification, and review the eligibility conditions/instructions displayed.
- Complete the post-specific application form using the details carried over from your OTR profile.
- Click "Pay Now" and complete the application fee payment via UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- After successful payment, verify your submission status under the "Applied Post" tab and download the confirmation receipt containing a QR code.
- Candidates should not close the browser or press the back/refresh button while payment is processing. If a payment shows "Processing" or "Pending," candidates must wait for the payment to complete before contacting KPSC; no manual intervention is possible during this stage. A submitted application under a particular post can only be edited by first deleting it under "Applied Post" and reapplying through the OTR profile before the last date; any fee already paid for a deleted application cannot be adjusted or refunded.
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KPSC Gazetted Probationers Important Instructions
- Candidates can apply through the official KPSC website only; applications through any other website will not be accepted.
- Only one application per post/category combination will be accepted; if a candidate submits more than one application for the same post, only the first valid registration will be considered and subsequent ones will be rejected.
- Age, educational qualification, and other eligibility conditions are determined as on the last date fixed for submission of the online application, unless otherwise specified for a particular category/relaxation.
- Candidates claiming reservation, age relaxation, or fee concession must upload the relevant certificates within the prescribed format and validity at the time of application; certificates not matching the notification's requirements will not be considered.
- Furnishing incorrect information, impersonation, using unfair means in the examination, or submitting fabricated documents will lead to disqualification/debarment from KPSC examinations and Karnataka State Civil Services employment, after giving the candidate an opportunity to be heard.
- KPSC does not correspond with candidates on the status of their application/candidature by phone or letter; candidates should keep checking their registered login and the KPSC website for updates.
- The syllabus for the Main Examination is published separately on the KPSC website: kpsc.kar.nic.in/Syllabus
KPSC Gazetted Probationers Important Links
- Extended Notification PDF: Click Here
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Candidates who hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree can also explore more Graduate Government Jobs and Karnataka Government Jobs available across India.
- Candidates looking for more Group A and Group B opportunities in Karnataka can also explore the latest Bengaluru Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for other competitive exam-based openings can check KPSC Recruitment Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those holding a degree can also browse more Karnataka PSC Jobs and Gazetted Officer Jobs matching their qualification.
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Q2. How many vacancies are available under KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 319 vacancies are notified - 117 under Group A posts and 202 under Group B posts, including 22 posts under the Hyderabad-Karnataka local cadre.
Q4. What is the qualification required for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification, as per the Gazetted Probationers Rules, 1997.
Q5. What is the age limit for KPSC Gazetted Probationers 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 a further one-time 5-year relaxation announced for this recruitment plus other category-based relaxations.
Q6. What is the application fee for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?
- The fee is Rs. 600/- for General Merit candidates, Rs. 300/- for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B candidates, Rs. 50/- for Ex-Military Personnel, and no fee for SC/ST/Category-1/PWD candidates.
Q8. What is the selection process for KPSC Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026?
- Selection involves a Preliminary Examination (400 marks, screening only), a Main Examination (1250 marks across 5 papers plus 2 qualifying language papers), and a Personality Test/interview (25 marks), for a combined total of 1275 marks.
Q9. What is the salary for KPSC Gazetted Probationers posts?
- The notification does not specify individual pay scales for each of the 18 posts; salary and pay scale details are governed by the respective service rules of each post and are not detailed in this notification.
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