Recruitment Overview

Organization: Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC)
Exam Name: Gazetted Probationers Examination 2026–27
Popularly Known As: KPSC KAS
Total Vacancies: 319 Posts
Post Category: Group A & Group B
Notification Date: 31 July 2026
Job Location: Karnataka
Application Mode: Online
Last Date to Apply: 31 August 2026
Status: Applications Open

Vacancy Details

Total Vacancies: 319

The recruitment covers various Group A and Group B Gazetted Probationer posts in Karnataka Government departments. Candidates should check the official notification for service-wise, department-wise and reservation-wise vacancies.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university/institution, subject to the conditions specified in the official notification.

Candidates should ensure that they satisfy all educational eligibility requirements before applying.

Age Limit

Age limits and relaxation are applicable according to the KPSC Gazetted Probationers recruitment rules.

✓ General Merit candidates – As prescribed in the notification
✓ Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B – Age relaxation applicable
✓ SC/ST/Category-I – Age relaxation applicable
✓ PwBD and other eligible candidates – Relaxation as per applicable rules

Candidates should verify the exact age calculation date and category-wise upper age limit in the official notification.

Selection Process

The KPSC KAS selection process consists of:

✓ Preliminary Examination
✓ Main Examination
✓ Personality Test/Interview
✓ Document Verification
✓ Final Merit List

Preliminary Examination

The Preliminary Examination is the first stage of the KAS selection process.

Candidates who qualify according to the prescribed criteria become eligible for the Main Examination.

Main Examination

Candidates shortlisted through the Preliminary Examination have to appear for the Main Examination.

The Main Examination evaluates candidates' knowledge, analytical ability, understanding of Karnataka and national issues, administration, governance and other areas prescribed in the official syllabus.

Interview / Personality Test

Candidates qualifying in the Main Examination are shortlisted for the Personality Test/Interview according to KPSC rules.

The final selection is based on the applicable examination and interview criteria prescribed by KPSC.

Application Fee

Application and processing fees vary according to the candidate's category.

Candidates should check the official notification for:

✓ Examination fee
✓ Processing fee
✓ Category-wise concessions
✓ Fee exemptions
✓ Payment procedure

Documents Required

✓ SSLC/10th marks card
✓ PUC/12th marks card
✓ Bachelor's Degree certificate
✓ Degree marks cards
✓ Aadhaar or valid photo ID
✓ Caste/category certificate, if applicable
✓ Kalyana Karnataka/Article 371J certificate, if applicable
✓ Rural/Kannada-medium certificates, where applicable
✓ PwBD certificate, if applicable
✓ Recent photograph
✓ Signature
✓ Other certificates prescribed by KPSC

How to Apply

Step 1: Visit the official KPSC website.

Step 2: Open the Apply Online section.

Step 3: Select Gazetted Probationer – 2026–27 Group A & B – 319 Posts. KPSC's official application page currently displays this recruitment.

Step 4: Complete One Time Registration if you have not already registered.

Step 5: Log in using your registration details.

Step 6: Complete the KAS/Gazetted Probationers application form.

Step 7: Enter your educational, personal and reservation details.

Step 8: Upload the required documents.

Step 9: Pay the applicable examination/application fee.

Step 10: Review and submit the application before 31 August 2026.

Important Dates

Notification Date: 31 July 2026
Last Date to Apply: 31 August 2026
Preliminary Exam Date: Check latest KPSC examination schedule
Main Exam Date: To be announced as per the recruitment schedule

Important Links

KPSC KAS 2026 Apply Online

KPSC Official Recruitment Notifications

KPSC KAS 2026 Official Notification PDF

Important Instructions

✓ Apply before 31 August 2026.
✓ Complete One Time Registration before submitting the application.
✓ Check your age and educational eligibility carefully.
✓ Select reservation/category information correctly.
✓ Upload documents in the prescribed format.
✓ Keep the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference.
✓ Regularly check the KPSC website for examination and admit-card updates.