Karnataka Lokayukta Announces 25 Clerk-cum-Typist Vacancies for 2026
The Karnataka Lokayukta has released a fresh recruitment notification to fill 25 Clerk-cum-Typist posts in its Group-C cadre in 2026. This is a wonderful chance for young people in Karnataka who have completed PUC (12th) and hold a typing certificate. A clerical job in the Lokayukta — the state’s anti-corruption watchdog — brings respect, a steady salary and long-term job security. If you are searching for a government job in Karnataka, this direct-recruitment opportunity is well worth your application.
The online application is open from 17 July 2026 to 17 August 2026, so make sure you apply before the last date. In this article, we explain everything in very simple language — category-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, application fee, and important dates. The selection is based on your PUC marks and a computer-based qualifying test, so read every section carefully. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the latest Karnataka government job alerts, and we will help you complete the Lokayukta application correctly.
Key Highlights — Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026
The Karnataka Lokayukta is a respected constitutional authority that fights corruption in the state government. Working here as a Clerk-cum-Typist gives you a stable, permanent Group-C job with a good pay scale and the pride of serving an important public institution.
- Organisation: Karnataka Lokayukta
- Post Name: Clerk-cum-Typist (Group-C)
- Total Vacancies: 25
- Salary: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 per month
- Job Location: Karnataka
- Last Date to Apply: 17 August 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026
The 25 posts are distributed across the Karnataka reservation categories as shown below. Apply under the category to which you belong.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 12 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 4 |
| Category 2A | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1 |
| Category 1 | 1 |
| Category 2B | 1 |
| Category 3A | 1 |
| Category 3B | 1 |
| Total | 25 |
Eligibility Criteria — Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026
You need a PUC pass certificate along with a typing qualification, and you must be within the age limit for your category. Please check both requirements below.
Educational Qualification
- Passed the PUC (Pre-University Course / 12th) examination or its equivalent.
- Passed the Kannada and English Junior Grade Typewriting examination conducted by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board, or an equivalent qualification.
If you are a 12th pass candidate looking for government jobs and have a typing certificate, you meet the basic requirement for this post.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years for all categories.
- Maximum age (as on the last date, 17 August 2026): 40 years for General Merit, 43 years for Categories 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B, and 45 years for SC / ST / Category-1 candidates.
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What is the Salary for Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist 2026?
The Clerk-cum-Typist post carries a good Karnataka Government pay scale, giving you a steady and growing monthly income.
- Pay Scale: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 per month
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other benefits as admissible to Karnataka State Government employees.
Along with the salary, you enjoy the job security, regular increments and welfare benefits of a permanent state government post. As a Clerk-cum-Typist, your daily work will include maintaining files and records, typing official letters and reports, and supporting the office staff — a comfortable, respectable desk job in a government institution. For young candidates in Karnataka, this combination of steady pay, fixed working hours and job security makes it a very attractive career.
What is the Selection Process for Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist 2026?
The selection is simple and based on your marks and a qualifying test — there is no lengthy interview.
- A merit list in a 1:10 ratio is prepared based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examination (PUC) and the reservation rules.
- The shortlisted candidates then take a computer-based qualifying examination of 20 marks. You must score a minimum of 50% (10 marks) to be included in the final selection list.
Because the selection depends heavily on your PUC marks, candidates with strong Pre-University results have a real advantage. The final qualifying test is short and computer-based, so basic comfort with a computer will help you a lot. For preparation tips and exam pattern guidance, check the syllabus and study resources available on GovtJobsAlert.in.
How to Apply Online for Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist 2026?
Applications are accepted online only — applications by post or in person are not allowed. Follow these steps:
- Visit the Karnataka Lokayukta official website (link in the Essential Links section below).
- Open the online application link for the Clerk-cum-Typist post.
- Fill the form and upload your photograph, signature and marks cards (PUC and typewriting).
- Pay the application fee online through Canara Collect (Net Banking, Card or UPI).
- Submit the form and save the confirmation for your records.
Important Dates — Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 18 August 2026 |
Application Fees — Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GM, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B & Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
| SC, ST, Category-1 & PwBD | Exempted |
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through Canara Collect. Candidates who must pay the fee but do not do so will have their applications rejected.
Essential Links — Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for Karnataka Lokayukta Clerk-cum-Typist 2026
- Visit Karnataka Lokayukta Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Karnataka Government Jobs
A permanent clerical job in the Karnataka Lokayukta is a strong and secure career choice. If you have your PUC and typing certificates ready, don’t wait — apply before 17 August 2026 and prepare for the qualifying test. For more Karnataka and other government jobs, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in, your reliable guide for every new notification.