Karnataka is one of India’s most significant government job markets — combining a massive state bureaucracy, India’s largest tech hub (Bengaluru), PSU giants like HAL, BEL, and BEML, and one of the most competitive PSC systems in South India. The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the KAS exam and related services. The Karnataka State Police (KSP) manages all police recruitment. This page covers all Karnataka Government Jobs 2026 across Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubli-Dharwad, Belagavi, Mangaluru, Kalaburagi, and all 31 districts.
BESCOM (Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company) is the largest electricity utility in Karnataka and a major employer of electrical engineers and field staff. The FDA (First Division Assistant) and SDA (Second Division Assistant) exams by KPSC are among the most written exams in Karnataka, recruiting thousands of clerks annually for state departments. Kannada language proficiency (Rajyotsava qualification) is required for most state posts.
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| Post Date | Organization | Post Name | Qualification | Last Date | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raman Research Institute (RRI) | RRI Engineering Trainee Recruitment 2026 | B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, or Computer Science with 70% marks or 7.5 CGPA | More Info | ||
| Ballari District Co-operative Central Bank Ltd., Hosapete (Bellary DCC Bank) | Bellary DCC Bank Recruitment 2026 - Manager/First Division Assistant, Second Division Assistant, Vehicle Driver, Junior Servant | Bachelor's Degree (Manager/First Division Assistant); Second PUC (Second Division Assistant); SSLC (Vehicle Driver, Junior Servant); Valid driving license (Vehicle Driver) | More Info | ||
| Karnataka Government, Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru | KEA Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026 | B.Sc. (Agriculture) / B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture / B.Tech (Food Science and Technology) | More Info | ||
| Indian Institute of Management Bangalore | IIM Bangalore Library Trainee Recruitment 2026 | MLISc passed after 2024, 2025 with first class | Expired | More Info | |
| Kalaburagi-Bidar Hagu Yadagiri Sahakari Haalu Utpadaka Sangha Okkoota | KMF GUMUL Recruitment 2026 - Assistant Manager, Accountant, Technical Officer, Junior Technician and More Posts | SSLC + ITI, Diploma, B.Sc., B.Com., BBA/BBM, B.V.Sc., M.Com., B.E./B.Tech, Any Degree holders as per post-wise eligibility | More Info | ||
| Raman Research Institute | RRI Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 | M.Sc./M.Tech or B.E./B.Tech with 1 year research or industrial experience in biophysics | More Info | ||
| Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) | BDL Project Engineer Recruitment 2026 | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering (4 years) or Integrated M.E./M.Tech in relevant discipline from AICTE-approved institution with First Class (60% marks) | Closing Soon | More Info | |
| Indian Institute of Astrophysics | IIA UDC Recruitment 2026 - Upper Division Clerk | Bachelor's degree with computer and MS Office proficiency | More Info | ||
| Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) | JNCASR Faculty Fellow Recruitment 2026 - YRGCARE-Suniti Solomon Distinguished Faculty Fellow | PhD or equivalent degree (MD/MS/DM/MCh/MPH with postdoctoral experience) | More Info | ||
| Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DRDO DIBT) | DRDO DIBT Paid Intern Recruitment 2026 | Final Year M.Sc. in Biotechnology or Microbiology from recognized Indian University | More Info | ||
| Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL) | UCSL Recruitment 2026 - Manager (Design), Supervisor (Mechanical) | Degree in Mechanical/Marine/Naval Architecture Engineering (Manager); Diploma in Mechanical/Marine Engineering (Supervisor) | More Info | ||
| Raman Research Institute (RRI) | RRI Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 | M.Sc./M.Tech. (Physics/Electronics/Related fields) or B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech (Physics/Engineering Physics/Electronics/Related fields) with 60% marks minimum and 6 months experience | More Info | ||
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT) | RGIPT GeM/CPP Purchasing & Procurement Executive Recruitment 2026 | Bachelor's or Master's degree in Commerce, Management, Engineering, or related field | Closing Soon | More Info | |
| Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University | KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026 | Bachelor's and Master's degree in relevant fields, Ph.D. for certain posts | More Info | ||
| Karnataka Examination Authority | KEA Assistant Recruitment 2026 | 12th-pass, Degree | Expired | More Info | |
| Karnataka Examination Authority | KEA Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 | Degree in Civil Engineering or Technology, Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Technology, Degree in Computer Science Engineering or Technology | Expired | More Info | |
| Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited | UCSL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 | ITI, Degree in Engineering/Technology, Diploma in Engineering/Technology | More Info | ||
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology | RGIPT Executive Recruitment 2026 - Public Relations Media Administration & Industry Connect Executive | Bachelor's or Master's degree in Management, Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing | Closing Soon | More Info | |
| CAIR DRDO | CAIR DRDO Paid Intern Recruitment 2026 | B.E./B.Tech. (Final Year) in relevant discipline with First Division | Expired | More Info | |
| Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum | VITM Recruitment 2026 - Office Assistant, Artist and More | Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Higher Secondary, SSC/Matriculation with ITI certificate, Diploma in Fine/Commercial Art | More Info | ||
| Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited | UCSL Store Keeper Recruitment 2026 | Graduate with Post Graduate Diploma in Materials Management, Diploma in Engineering | Expired | More Info | |
| Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL) | Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 | Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Marine/Naval Architecture Engineering, Diploma in relevant fields | Expired | More Info |
Why Follow Karnataka Government Jobs 2026?
Karnataka’s KPSC FDA/SDA combined exam is one of South India’s largest government recruitment exercises — hiring thousands of First and Second Division Assistants every cycle. The KSP (Karnataka State Police) releases Constable, Sub-Inspector, and FSL recruitment separately. PSU giants HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited), BEL (Bharat Electronics Limited), and BEML are all headquartered in Bengaluru and recruit engineers and management trainees nationally.
- KPSC (KAS, KPS, FDA/SDA, Gazetted Probationers, PDO)
- KSP (Police Constable Civil/Armed, PSI/ASI, Specialist)
- BESCOM / MESCOM / HESCOM (Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer)
- HAL / BEL / BEML (Management Trainee — central PSUs in Bengaluru)
- NHM Karnataka (Staff Nurse, CHO, ANM, ASHA Facilitator, MO)
- BBMP/BDA (Bengaluru civic body posts — Clerk, Junior Engineer, Health Inspector)
- KARNATAKA SOAPS & Detergents (KMF, KSF) — state corporation jobs
Who Should Use This Page?
- Graduates with Kannada Rajyotsava qualification for KPSC FDA/SDA/KAS
- 10th/12th pass for KSP Police Constable (Civil and Armed reserve)
- B.E./B.Tech (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical) for HAL, BEL, BEML, and BESCOM
- B.Sc Nursing / GNM for NHM Karnataka and BBMP health unit posts
- B.A. Economics / Commerce graduates for the KPSC Gazetted Probationer exam
- Fisheries/Agriculture graduates for state-specific department posts
How to Apply for Karnataka Government Jobs?
- Browse the active vacancies above.
- Click the post name to open full notification details.
- Verify Kannada language qualification (Rajyotsava/SSLC Kannada) requirements.
- Apply at kpsc.kar.nic.in (KPSC) or ksp.karnataka.gov.in (KSP) before the deadline.
Benefits of Karnataka Government Jobs
Karnataka state employees receive 7th Pay Commission equivalent state scales with Higher Education Allowance for post-graduate degree holders. BBMP employees in Bengaluru receive urban posting allowance. BESCOM and MESCOM linemen get hazardous duty allowance for high-tension line maintenance. PSU employees at HAL, BEL, and BEML enjoy CDA pay scales, CGHS medical, company housing in dedicated townships, and LTC.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10th Pass + Kannada – KSP Constable, Group D posts
- 12th Pass – KSP Armed Reserve, Driver Constable
- Graduates + Kannada Rajyotsava – KPSC FDA, SDA, KAS, PDO
- B.E./B.Tech – BESCOM/MESCOM JE, HAL/BEL/BEML MT
Kannada language proficiency (typically SSLC-level) is mandatory for most KPSC and KSP posts.
FAQ – Karnataka Government Jobs
Q1: What is the KPSC FDA/SDA exam, and how many vacancies are released?
A: FDA (First Division Assistant) and SDA (Second Division Assistant) are clerical posts across all Karnataka state departments. KPSC releases combined FDA/SDA notifications, typically recruiting thousands in a single cycle — one of South India’s biggest single exam exercises.
Q2: Is Kannada compulsory for all Karnataka government jobs?
A: For most KPSC and KSP state posts, Kannada knowledge up to SSLC level (Rajyotsava standard) is mandatory. Central PSU posts (HAL, BEL, BEML) do not require Kannada.
Q3: What is the KAS exam, and how is it different from KPSC FDA?
A: KAS (Karnataka Administrative Service) is Karnataka’s state civil service, equivalent to IAS at the state level. It fills Taluk Executive Officer, Assistant Commissioner, and Deputy SP posts. It is much more competitive than FDA/SDA.
Q4: How do PSU jobs at HAL, BEL, and BEML work for Bengaluru candidates?
A: HAL, BEL, and BEML are central PSUs headquartered in Bengaluru. They recruit Management Trainees via GATE scores and a direct exam annually. No Kannada requirement — open to all Indians.
Q5: What is the Panchayat Development Officer (PDO) in Karnataka?
A: PDO is a Group B gazetted post under KPSC, responsible for Gram Panchayat development works and MGNREGA implementation. It requires graduation plus Kannada and is one of the most sought-after rural government posts in Karnataka.
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