KPSC Recruitment 2026 for 68 Assistant Controller & Audit Officer Posts – Apply Online @ kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in

KPSC Assistant Controller & Audit Officer Recruitment 2026 – Golden Opportunity for Sarkari Naukri

Are you aspiring for a prestigious Karnataka Government Job? The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released a latest notification 2026 for 68 posts of Assistant Controller (Group A) and Audit Officer (Group B) in the Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Department. This is a golden opportunity for candidates with a Master's degree in Commerce, MBA (Finance), or membership of ICAI/ICMAI. Apply online from 28 August 2026 to 26 September 2026 at kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in. The preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for 6 December 2026. Read the full official notification PDF for details on eligibility, salary, and selection process.

Why Apply for KPSC Sarkari Naukri? This is a central government job under the Karnataka State Government with excellent pay scale (7th CPC), job security, and career growth. The posts are part of the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and offer a prestigious career in the state audit department.

Important Dates – KPSC Assistant Controller & Audit Officer Recruitment 2026

Vacancy Details – 68 Posts in KPSC Recruitment 2026

Category-wise breakdown: For Assistant Controller – SC:2, Category-1:1, 2A:3, General:8 (including women 5, rural 5, ex-military 1, PH(LD)1). For Audit Officer – SC:7, ST:2, Category-1:3, 2A:8, 2B:2, 3A:2, 3B:3, General:26 (including women 17, rural 16, ex-military 4, PH 5, Kannada medium 2). Full details in the official notification PDF.

Eligibility Criteria – Qualification, Age, Nationality

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have a Master's degree in Commerce (M.Com), MBA (Finance), MBA (Financial Management), or any other Master's degree with 'Finance' as a subject notified by UGC. Alternatively, membership of ICAI (Chartered Accountant) or ICMAI (Cost Accountant) is accepted. Candidates who have appeared for the final exam may also apply for the prelims, but must produce proof of passing before the Main Examination.

Age Limit (with one-time relaxation of 5 years as per Govt Order)

Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.

Salary – Pay Scale as per 7th CPC

Application Fee

Pay online via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI. Fee non-refundable.

Age Limit – Detailed

Already covered in eligibility section above. Note the one-time extra 5-year relaxation for all categories as per Govt Order No. Sikasu-262, Session-2025 dated 29-01-2026.

Selection Process – Prelims and Mains

Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

Main Examination (Descriptive)

Preliminary marks are only for shortlisting (1:20 ratio). Main exam marks determine final merit. Kannada and English papers are qualifying (minimum 30% each, average 35%).

How to Apply Online for KPSC Recruitment 2026

1. Visit kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in and click on New Registration for One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
2. Complete OTR with valid email and mobile number.
3. Login and update your profile under Registration of Applicant Details.
4. Click Apply to Post against the relevant notification.
5. Fill in personal, educational, and category details. Upload photograph (200 KB, JPEG) and signature (70 KB, JPEG).
6. Review carefully – no corrections after submission.
7. Pay the fee online.
8. After submission, verify that the status shows Application submitted, Payment done, Application accepted.

Applications are accepted only online. No offline mode.

Important Instructions

• Read the full official notification PDF before applying.
• No queries will be entertained after the last date.
• Keep original certificates ready for verification.
• Carry a valid government photo ID to the exam center.
• Reach the exam center well before gate closing time.
• Any false information will lead to disqualification.

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