KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026: Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released a notification for recruitment to Assistant Controller and Audit Officer posts in the Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department. A total of 68 vacancies have been announced, including 15 Assistant Controller posts and 53 Audit Officer posts.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 28 August 2026 to 26 September 2026 through the KPSC online recruitment portal. The tentative date of the Preliminary Examination is 06 December 2026. Selection will be made through a Preliminary Examination followed by a Main Written Examination. The notification states that the Personal Interview has been removed from the direct recruitment process.
Official Notification PDF: KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026
KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organization | Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
| Department | Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department |
| Notification No. | KPSC KA/EXA2/PRSL/10/2026-EXAM2/251 |
| Notification Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Post Names | Assistant Controller and Audit Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 68 |
| Assistant Controller Vacancies | 15 |
| Audit Officer Vacancies | 53 |
| Qualification | M.Com / MBA Finance / MBA Financial Management / MBA or M.Com Financial Analysis / Other Prescribed Master's Degree with Finance / ICAI or ICMAI Membership as prescribed |
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Effective Maximum Age | 40 to 45 Years depending on category after the notified one-time relaxation |
| Application Fee | Rs. 600 for General; Rs. 300 for 2A/2B/3A/3B; Rs. 50 for Ex-Servicemen; Nil for SC/ST/Category-1/PwD |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 September 2026 |
| Tentative Preliminary Exam Date | 06 December 2026 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Examination + Main Written Examination |
| Online Application Portal | https://kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in |
KPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starting Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 September 2026 |
| Tentative Preliminary Examination Date | 06 December 2026 |
KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Vacancy 2026
KPSC has announced a total of 68 vacancies in the Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department.
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Controller | Group-A | 15 |
| Audit Officer | Group-B | 53 |
| Total | 68 | |
KPSC Assistant Controller Vacancy 2026 Category-Wise
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste | 2 |
| Category-1 | 1 |
| Category-2A | 3 |
| Category-3A | 1 |
| General Merit | 8 |
| Total | 15 |
The vacancy table also includes applicable horizontal reservations for Women, Rural candidates, Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities according to the notification.
KPSC Audit Officer Vacancy 2026 Category-Wise
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 2 |
| Category-1 | 3 |
| Category-2A | 8 |
| Category-2B | 2 |
| Category-3A | 2 |
| Category-3B | 3 |
| General Merit | 26 |
| Total | 53 |
Horizontal reservations are also indicated for Women, Rural candidates, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD candidates and Kannada Medium candidates, wherever applicable.
KPSC Assistant Controller Salary 2026
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Assistant Controller | Rs. 83,700 - Rs. 1,55,200 |
KPSC Audit Officer Salary 2026
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Audit Officer | Rs. 69,250 - Rs. 1,34,200 |
Selected candidates will receive the applicable pay scale along with allowances and other benefits admissible under Karnataka Government rules.
KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification, age, nationality and reservation conditions mentioned in the KPSC notification.
KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Qualification 2026
A candidate must possess any one of the following prescribed qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Commerce - M.Com; or
- MBA in Finance; or
- MBA in Financial Management; or
- MBA / M.Com in Financial Analysis; or
- Any other Master's Degree notified by the University Grants Commission with Finance as one of the subjects from a University established by law in India; or
- Membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India; or
- Associate Membership of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India.
Are Final Result Awaiting Candidates Eligible?
Yes. The notification provides that candidates who have appeared in an examination, passing which would make them educationally qualified, but whose results have not yet been declared, may be admitted to the Preliminary Examination.
However, candidates declared qualified for the Main Examination must produce proof of having passed the required qualifying examination along with their Main Examination application. Failure to produce the required proof will make them ineligible for admission to the Main Examination.
KPSC Age Limit 2026
The minimum age prescribed for the recruitment is 21 years.
The normal category-wise maximum age prescribed under the recruitment rules is:
| Category | Normal Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 35 Years |
| Category-2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | 38 Years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 40 Years |
KPSC One-Time Age Relaxation 2026
The notification refers to a Karnataka Government Order dated 29 January 2026 granting an additional five-year upper-age relaxation as a one-time measure.
Accordingly, the effective maximum age for this recruitment is shown as:
| Category | Effective Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 40 Years |
| Category-2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | 43 Years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 45 Years |
Other eligible candidates may receive further relaxation according to the applicable Karnataka Government recruitment rules and conditions stated in the notification.
KPSC Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit | Rs. 600 |
| Category-2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | Rs. 300 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 50 |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| Category-1 | Nil |
| Persons with Disabilities | Nil |
The prescribed fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted towards another examination or recruitment.
KPSC Application Fee Payment Mode 2026
Candidates can make the online payment using the payment options available through the KPSC Udyoga portal, including:
- Net Banking
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- UPI
After payment, candidates should ensure that their application displays the following status:
- Application submitted
- Payment done
- Application is accepted
KPSC Selection Process 2026
The selection process for Assistant Controller and Audit Officer consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Written Examination
- Preparation of Final Merit List based on Main Examination marks and applicable reservation rules
- Document / Eligibility Verification as prescribed
The notification states that the Personal Interview has been removed from the direct recruitment process. Final selection will therefore be based on Main Examination performance and the applicable reservation rules.
KPSC Preliminary Exam Pattern 2026
The Preliminary Examination consists of two objective-type papers carrying a total of 450 marks.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 150 | 2 Hours |
| Paper 2 | Commerce & Management | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Total | - | 450 | - |
The Preliminary Examination question papers will be available in Kannada and English.
Questions in the Preliminary Examination will be objective type. Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Examination based on Preliminary Examination performance in the prescribed ratio, which the notification indicates as approximately 1:20.
KPSC Main Exam Pattern 2026
The Main Examination is a written examination consisting of eight papers for a total of 2,100 marks.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Kannada | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2 | English | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 3 | General Studies | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 4 | General Studies | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 5 | Financial Accounting, Management and Analysis | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 6 | Principles of Management, Organizational Behaviour, Training and Development | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 7 | Corporate Finance, Business Economics and Taxation | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 8 | Principles and Practices of Auditing, Computer Concepts and E-Commerce | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Total | 2100 | - | |
Is There an Interview for KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer 2026?
No. The notification specifically refers to the Government decision removing the Personal Interview for this direct recruitment.
Candidates will be selected based on the marks secured in the Main Examination and the reservation rules in force.
KPSC Preliminary Examination Date 2026
| Examination | Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | 06 December 2026 - Tentative |
KPSC has clearly marked this examination date as tentative. Candidates should regularly check the Commission's website for the final timetable and admission ticket details.
How to Apply for KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply online through the KPSC Udyoga recruitment software.
- Visit https://kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Click on New Registration if you have not already completed One-Time Registration.
- Complete the OTR / candidate profile using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Create and preserve your User ID and Password.
- Login using Enrollment Number / Mobile Number / Email ID and OTP / Password as applicable.
- Complete and update your personal profile.
- Enter SSLC, PUC, degree, postgraduate and other applicable educational details.
- Enter Aadhaar / Kutumba ID / Ration Card details wherever required.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Open the Apply to Post tab.
- Select the Assistant Controller / Audit Officer recruitment notification.
- Check the eligibility message displayed by the portal.
- Complete the post application carefully.
- Review all entered details before final submission.
- Submit the application.
- Click on Pay Now.
- Pay the applicable fee through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI.
- After successful payment, verify the application status.
- Ensure that the portal shows Application submitted, Payment done and Application is accepted.
- Download / save the submitted application for future reference.
KPSC Photograph and Signature Upload 2026
The notification instructs candidates to upload the photograph and signature in JPEG / JPG format.
| Document | Maximum File Size |
|---|---|
| Photograph | 200 KB |
| Signature | 70 KB |
KPSC One-Time Registration 2026
Candidates are required to use KPSC's One-Time Registration system before applying for the notified posts.
The information entered during OTR is used for KPSC recruitment applications. Candidates should therefore enter details carefully and ensure that their personal, educational and reservation information matches the supporting certificates.
Documents Required for KPSC Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep all documents supporting the information entered in the online application ready. These may include:
- SSLC Certificate / Marks Card for Date of Birth
- PUC / Class 12 Certificate and Marks Card
- Degree Certificates and Marks Cards
- Postgraduate Degree Certificate and Marks Cards
- ICAI Membership Proof, where applicable
- ICMAI Associate Membership Proof, where applicable
- SC / ST / Category-1 / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B Certificate, where applicable
- Rural Candidate Certificate, where applicable
- Kannada Medium Certificate, where applicable
- PwBD Certificate, where applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate, where applicable
- Other reservation / eligibility certificates claimed in the application
KPSC Assistant Controller and Audit Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- A total of 68 vacancies have been announced.
- There are 15 Assistant Controller posts.
- There are 53 Audit Officer posts.
- The posts are under the Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department.
- The notification is dated 27 August 2026.
- Online applications start on 28 August 2026.
- The last date to apply is 26 September 2026.
- The tentative Preliminary Examination date is 06 December 2026.
- The minimum age is 21 years.
- The notification provides a one-time five-year enhancement in the upper age limit.
- The effective maximum age is 40 years for General Merit candidates.
- The effective maximum age is 43 years for 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B candidates.
- The effective maximum age is 45 years for SC, ST and Category-1 candidates.
- The qualification includes prescribed Commerce / Finance postgraduate degrees or specified ICAI / ICMAI membership.
- Candidates awaiting qualifying examination results may appear for the Preliminary Examination subject to the conditions in the notification.
- Such candidates must produce proof of qualification before admission to the Main Examination.
- The application fee is Rs. 600 for General Merit candidates.
- The fee is Rs. 300 for Category-2A, 2B, 3A and 3B candidates.
- The fee is Rs. 50 for Ex-Servicemen.
- SC, ST, Category-1 and PwBD candidates are exempted from the application fee.
- The Preliminary Examination carries 450 marks.
- The Main Examination carries 2,100 marks.
- The Preliminary Examination consists of General Studies and Commerce & Management papers.
- The Main Examination consists of eight written papers.
- The Personal Interview has been removed.
- Final selection will be based on Main Examination marks and applicable reservation rules.
- Applications must be submitted through the KPSC Udyoga online portal.
- Candidates should verify that the application is successfully submitted and accepted after payment.
