Karnataka KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 20 Posts
Age Limit
The minimum age for all categories is 18 years. Age will be calculated as on 20.07.2026.| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 40 years |
| Category-II(A)/II(B)/III(A)/III(B) of OBC | 43 years |
| SC/ST/Category-I of OBC | 45 years |
Additional age relaxation is available to all categories as per the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977, and a one-time 5-year age relaxation has been provided vide Government Order No. DPAR 262 SRR 2025 dated 29.01.2026.
Application Fee
Fee must be paid through UPI/Net Banking/Debit Card via the payment gateway on the online application.| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit / Category-II(A)/II(B)/III(A)/III(B) of OBC | ₹1, |
| SC / ST / Category-I of OBC / Persons with Benchmark Disability | As per official notification |
Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances, except in the case of a candidate found to be age-barred, whose application will be rejected with the fee refunded.
Selection Process
| Stage | Process |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Competitive Examination |
| Stage 2 | Interview |
The examination centre will be Bengaluru only.
Salary
The selected candidates for the Section Officer post will receive a competitive salary as per the Karnataka Civil Services pay scale.| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Section Officer | ₹69,250 – ₹1,34,200 |
The probation period for this post is 2 years, which may be extendable.
Documents Required
- Recent Passport size Photograph
- Signature
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, etc.)
- SSLC/10th Standard registration number
- LL.B marks card and Degree Certificate
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
- Visit the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) official website.
- Read all instructions carefully before starting the online application process.
- Register yourself by providing the necessary details.
- Fill in all required particulars accurately, including Aadhaar Card number, SSLC/10th Standard registration number, and LL.B marks.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (UPI/Net Banking/Debit Card).
- Review all entered details carefully before final submission, as the application once submitted cannot be modified.
- Submit the online application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online for the KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026 is 19 August 2026, till 11:59 P.M.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in the KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are a total of 20 vacancies for the Section Officer post, with 18 posts under the Residual Parent Cadre and 2 posts for the Kalyana Karnataka Region.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for the Section Officer post?
Ans: Candidates must possess an LL.B (Bachelor of Laws) degree from a recognized University to be eligible for this recruitment.
Q4. What is the age limit for KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age limit is 40 years for General Merit, 43 years for OBC categories, and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-I candidates, with age reckoned as on 20.07.2026.
Q5. What is the application fee for KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The application fee is ₹1, for General Merit / Category-II(A)/II(B)/III(A)/III(B) of OBC candidates. For SC / ST / Category-I of OBC / Persons with Benchmark Disability, the fee is as per official notification.
Q6. What is the selection process for the KSLSA Section Officer post?
Ans: The selection process involves a Competitive Examination followed by an Interview.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
Job Summary
| Board | KSLSA |
| State | Karnataka |
| Qualification | LL.B from a recognized University |
| Salary | ₹69,250 – ₹1,34,200 (as per Karnataka Civil Services pay scale) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 19 Aug 2026 |
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