Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) invites online applications for the recruitment of Audit Officer (Group 'B') posts in the Karnataka State Accounts Inspection and Accounts Department. A total of 15 vacancies are available, exclusively for local candidates of the Hyderabad-Karnataka (Kalyana Karnataka) region under Article 371(J). Candidates with M.Com, MBA (Finance), CA, or ICWA qualifications are eligible. The online application process starts on 28 August 2026 and closes on 26 September 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC), Bengaluru |
| Notification No. | KPSCKA/EXA2/PRSL/11/2026-EXAM2/252 |
| Post Name | Audit Officer, Group 'B' |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | 29 November 2026 |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Official Website | kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in |
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:15
Total Vacancies: 15 (13 Regular + 2 Backlog)
| Category | Others | Women | Rural | PH | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 1 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
| ST | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| Category-1 | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| Category-2A | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| Category-2B | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| Category-3B | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| General Merit (GM) | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1* | 6 |
*B, LV – Blind, Low Vision.
| Category | Physically Handicapped | Total |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 1# | 1 |
| Category-2A | 1# | 1 |
# Hearing impairment/locomotor disability or old-age arthritis.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | M.Com OR MBA (Finance/Financial Management/Financial Analysis) OR any Master's with Finance as subject OR Member of ICAI OR Associate member of ICWA (Institute of Cost Accountants of India). |
| Cadre Eligibility | Must be a local candidate of the Hyderabad-Karnataka (Kalyana Karnataka) region under Article 371(J) of the Constitution. A local-candidate eligibility certificate is mandatory. |
| Age Limit (as on closing date) | Minimum 21 years. Maximum (with one-time 5-year relaxation): General: 40 years; Category 2A/2B/3A/3B: 43 years; SC/ST/Category-1: 43 years. Additional relaxation for Ex-Servicemen, PH (10 years), and Widows (10 years). |
| Application Fee | General: ₹600; Category 2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹300; Ex-Servicemen: ₹50; SC/ST/Category-1/PH: Exempted. |
Candidates must apply online through the KPSC portal. Follow these steps:
Last Date: 26 September 2026.
Note: Application details cannot be changed after final submission. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 26 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination (Tentative) | 29 November 2026 |
Official Website / Apply Online: https://kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification
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The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) is a government agency responsible for conducting various recruitment examinations and selecting eligible candidates for various civil services posts in the state of Karnataka, India.
Established in 1951, KPSC has been conducting various competitive exams such as the Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS), Karnataka State Police Service (KSPS), and other departmental exams for recruiting candidates for various posts in government departments and organizations in the state.
KPSC also advises the government on various matters related to civil services, such as the formulation of rules, recruitment methods, and disciplinary actions. The commission aims to ensure that the recruitment process is fair, transparent, and merit-based and that only the most suitable candidates are selected for the job.
With its headquarters in Bengaluru, KPSC has been playing a crucial role in the recruitment of competent and efficient personnel for various posts in the state government of Karnataka.