KPSC Recruitment 2026: 83 Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Posts Open

The Karnataka Public Service Commission has opened a fresh recruitment opportunity for candidates looking to enter Karnataka government service. The commission is inviting online applications for 83 vacancies covering Assistant Controller and Audit Officer positions.

Candidates interested in the recruitment will need to complete the application process online before September 26. The vacancies offer attractive government pay scales, making the notification particularly relevant for postgraduate commerce and management graduates seeking a stable career.

Of the total 83 posts, 15 vacancies are available for Assistant Controller positions. Selected candidates for these posts will receive a monthly salary in the range of Rs 83,700 to Rs 1,55,200.

The remaining 68 vacancies are for Audit Officer posts. The salary for these positions will range from Rs 69,250 to Rs 1,34,200 per month. The combination of the number of vacancies and the government pay structure is likely to make the recruitment competitive.

Educational qualification and age limit
Applicants must hold an M.Com or MBA postgraduate degree from a recognised university or institution to be considered for these positions.

The prescribed age range is 21 to 40 years. Eligible candidates from reserved categories will receive relaxation according to government recruitment rules. Candidates belonging to categories 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B are eligible for three years of relaxation, while SC and ST candidates can receive five years of relaxation.

Applicants should carefully verify their eligibility before submitting the form, particularly their educational qualification and age as on the date specified in the official notification.

Application fee varies by category
The commission has prescribed different application fees based on the candidate’s category. General category applicants have to pay Rs 600.

Candidates belonging to categories 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B have to pay Rs 300. Former servicemen and persons with disabilities are required to pay Rs 50. SC and ST candidates are exempted from the application fee.

The fee has to be paid online during the application process.

How will candidates be selected
The selection process will be conducted according to KPSC recruitment rules. After applications are received and examined, eligible candidates will be required to appear for a preliminary examination.

Performance in the competitive examination will play an important role in determining the candidates who move forward in the recruitment process. Applicants should therefore keep checking the official KPSC updates for examination related information, including the schedule and further selection details.

Steps to apply online
Candidates should first read the complete recruitment notification carefully before beginning the application. After confirming their eligibility, they can visit the official KPSC website and access the online application section.

Applicants will have to enter their personal, educational and other required details correctly. Relevant documents should then be uploaded in the prescribed format before paying the applicable fee.

Once the application has been submitted successfully, candidates should save the application number and keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference. Checking every detail before final submission is advisable, as mistakes in an application can create problems later in the recruitment process.

With 83 positions available across the Assistant Controller and Audit Officer categories, the latest KPSC recruitment provides a significant opportunity for eligible M.Com and MBA graduates aiming for a Karnataka government job.