Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for these positions must meet specific age requirements based on their category. For General Merit candidates, the minimum age is 21 years, with a maximum age of 35 years. Those in Categories 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B can apply if they are 21 years old and not older than 38 years, while SC/ST candidates can be up to 40 years old. There are also provisions for one-time relaxation of age limits for various categories.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (as per Rules, 1997) |
|---|
| General Merit | 21 years | 35 years |
| Category 2A/2B/3A/3B | 21 years | 38 years |
| SC/ST/Category-1 | 21 years | 40 years |
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is available for certain categories. General Merit candidates can be up to 40 years old, while candidates in Categories 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B can be 43 years, and SC/ST/Category-1 applicants can be up to 45 years of age. This means that if you belong to these categories, you have additional leeway in meeting the age criteria.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (with one-time relaxation) |
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| General Merit | 21 years | 40 years |
| Category 2A/2B/3A/3B | 21 years | 43 years |
| SC/ST/Category-1 | 21 years | 45 years |
Pay Scale
Salaries for the Assistant Controller and Audit Officer positions are competitive. The pay scale for the Assistant Controller is between ₹83,700 to ₹1,55,200, while the Audit Officer will receive between ₹69,250 to ₹1,34,200. This compensation reflects the responsibilities of each role within the Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Department.
| Post | Pay Scale (₹) |
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| Assistant Controller (Group A) | 83,700 – 1,55,200 |
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| Audit Officer (Group B) | 69,250 – 1,34,200 |
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Examination Structure
The selection process involves two main examinations: a Preliminary Examination followed by a Main Examination. The preliminary exam consists of multiple subjects with a total of 450 marks. The detailed breakdown includes subjects like General Studies and Commerce and Management, each with specific weightage and durations.
| Type | Paper | Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|
| Compulsory | Paper 1 | General Studies | 2 hours | 150 |
| Compulsory | Paper 2 | Commerce and Management | 2 hours | 300 |
| Total | 450 | | |
Detailed Subject Breakdown for Main Examination
For candidates preparing for the Main Examination, there are various subjects across multiple papers, each designed to test core competencies required for the roles. The subjects range from Kannada and English to General Studies and Financial Accounting. The total marks for the Main Examination can reach up to 2,100.
| Type | Paper | Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|
| Compulsory | Paper 1 | Kannada | 3 hours | 150 |
| Compulsory | Paper 2 | English | 3 hours | 150 |
| Compulsory | Paper 3 | General Studies | 3 hours | 300 |
| Compulsory | Paper 4 | General Studies | 3 hours | 300 |
| Compulsory | Paper 5 | Financial Accounting, Management and Analysis | 3 hours | 300 |
| Compulsory | Paper 6 | Principles & Practice of Management, Organisational Behaviour, Training and Development | 3 hours | 300 |
| Compulsory | Paper 7 | Corporate Finance, Business Economics and Taxation | 3 hours | 300 |
| Compulsory | Paper 8 | Principles & Practice of Auditing, Computer Concepts and E-Commerce | 3 hours | 300 |
| Total | 2,100 | | |