Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 26 Posts

Good news for job seekers in Karnataka! The Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026 notification is officially out, and the Office of the Registrar, Karnataka Lokayukta, Bengaluru, is inviting applications for 26 Group-C posts. The vacancies are split between the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and the Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR) local cadre, so candidates from across the state — and especially those from the Kalyana Karnataka region — have a real shot at this one.

This recruitment is advertised under Notification No. ಕಲೋ/ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿ-3/02/ನೇನೇ/ಸಿಸಿಟಿ/2026-27, and online applications are open now at lokayukta.karnataka.gov.in. If you’ve cleared your PUC and hold Junior Grade typing certificates in Kannada and English, this is a straightforward, no-written-exam route into a stable state government job. Here’s your complete guide — vacancy breakup, eligibility, dates, salary, and a step-by-step apply process.

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Karnataka Lokayukta Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

Mark these dates on your calendar — Karnataka Lokayukta recruitment portals tend to get slow closer to the deadline, so it pays to apply early.

⚠️ Pro Tip: Don’t wait for the last week to apply. Government recruitment portals typically see heavy traffic in the final 48 hours, and a slow server is the last thing you want between you and a submitted form.

Karnataka Lokayukta Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 26 Clerk-cum-Typist posts have been notified this year. Of these, 25 vacancies fall under the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC), and 1 post is reserved exclusively for candidates belonging to the Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR) local cadre under Article 371(J) provisions.

Here’s the full category-wise breakup for the 25 RPC vacancies:

📌 Also Read: Kurmanchal Nagar Sahkari Bank Clerk Recruitment 2026 — another clerk-level opportunity worth checking out if you’re targeting Group-C and clerical government roles this year.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

To apply for the Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist post, you need:

• A pass in the Pre-University Course (PUC) / Class 12 (Senior Secondary) from a recognised board, or an equivalent qualification.
• Junior Grade Typewriting certification in both Kannada and English, issued by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB), or an equivalent commercial typing certificate recognised by the state government.

✅ If you already hold both typing certificates and have passed your PUC, you meet the core eligibility for this post.

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)

The upper age limit relaxation follows standard Karnataka Civil Services recruitment rules for reserved categories. Refer to the official gazette notification on lokayukta.karnataka.gov.in for the exact upper age cap applicable to your category.

Application Fee

The Karnataka Lokayukta has kept the application process entirely digital, including fee payment.

Accepted payment modes: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, and UPI.

⚠️ Applications where the fee payment isn’t successfully confirmed by the bank will be treated as incomplete and rejected — always check for a payment confirmation receipt before closing your browser.

Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Salary 2026

This is one of the most attractive parts of the notification — a Group-C government job with a respectable starting salary and long-term pay progression.

• Pay Scale: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 per month
• Pay Matrix Progression: ₹34,100 → 800 → 35,700 → 900 → 39,300 → 1,000 → 43,300 → 1,125 → 47,800 → 1,250 → 52,800 → 1,375 → 58,300 → 1,500 → 64,300 → 1,650 → 67,600
• Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances as per Karnataka Government norms, along with standard medical benefits.

In hand, a fresh recruit can expect the starting basic pay of ₹34,100 plus applicable DA and HRA — a solid entry point for a Group-C role with clear scope for annual increments.

Selection Process

Unlike many Group-C recruitments, there’s no separate written examination for this post. Selection happens in three stages:

1. Qualifying Examination Merit — Your PUC marks and Junior Grade typing test marks (Kannada and English) are used to prepare a merit list.
2. Document Verification — Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates for education, typing qualification, age, and category proof.
3. Medical Clearance — A medical fitness check is conducted before final appointment.

✅ If your typing certificates and PUC marksheet are in order, you’re already most of the way to being selection-ready.

How to Apply for Karnataka Lokayukta Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website — lokayukta.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Go to the “Recruitment” section and click on the Clerk-cum-Typist 2026 notification link.
3. Register with a valid mobile number and email ID to generate your login credentials.
4. Fill in your personal, educational, and category details carefully.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, PUC marksheet, and typing certificates.
6. Pay the application fee online through net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
7. Review your form thoroughly, submit it, and download the confirmation page for your records.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your photograph (20–50 KB) and signature (10–40 KB) scanned and saved in advance in the correct format — it saves a lot of last-minute hassle during form submission.

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Summing up…

The Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for PUC-qualified candidates with typing certificates who are looking for a stable Group-C government job. With 26 vacancies, a respectable starting salary of ₹34,100, and a straightforward merit-based selection process with no written exam, this is well worth applying for. Complete your online application before 17 August 2026, double-check your documents, and keep an eye on lokayukta.karnataka.gov.in for further updates on the merit list and document verification schedule.

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Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Office of the Registrar, Karnataka Lokayukta, Bengaluru. GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.