The latest Karnataka State Legal Services Authority (KSLSA) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Section Officer posts under Residual Parent Cadre and Kalyana Karnataka Region! Published at karnataka.nalsa.gov.in, this new recruitment drive offers 19 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the 18-45 years age group (with relaxations) and possessing LL.B degree from a recognized university can apply online. Find all details about the KSLSA Section Officer new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, online form, and notification PDF here.
KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Karnataka State Legal Services Authority (KSLSA), Bengaluru has released two notifications for Section Officer posts (17 under Residual Parent Cadre and 2 under Kalyana Karnataka Region) through direct recruitment. Candidates can download the official notifications from the KSLSA / KEA website and check category-wise / region-wise vacancies, eligibility, fee and application process before applying online.
- Download KSLSA Section Officer (Residual Parent Cadre) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
- Download KSLSA Section Officer (Kalyana Karnataka Region) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Karnataka State Legal Services Authority (KSLSA) |
| Reference No. | KSLSA/O3/ADM/SO/2026 |
| Post Name | Section Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 19 Posts (17 under Residual Parent Cadre + 2 under Kalyana Karnataka Region) |
| Qualification | LLB |
| Application Mode | Online only. |
| Start Date for Apply Online | April 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 15-05-2026 |
| Official Website | https://karnataka.nalsa.gov.in & https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/indexnew |
KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 16 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | April 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Fee | 15 May 2026 |
KSLSA Section Officer Vacancy 2026
A total of 19 vacancies have been announced (17 under Residual Parent Cadre + 2 under Kalyana Karnataka Region) on category-wise / region-wise basis.
Section Officer Vacancy under Residual Parent Cadre (17 Posts)
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 08 |
| Scheduled Castes | 03 |
| Scheduled Tribes | 01 |
| Category-I | 01 |
| Category-II(A) | 02 |
| Category-II(B) | 01 |
| Category-III(A) | 01 |
| Category-III(B) | 00 |
Section Officer Vacancy under Kalyana Karnataka Region (2 Posts)
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 01 |
| Scheduled Castes | 01 |
KSLSA Section Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
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Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Section Officer
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Section Officer | Must have passed LL.B from a recognized University. |
KSLSA Section Officer Age Limit 2026
- 40 Years (Upper Age Limit as on 16-04-2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age (General Merit) | 40 years |
| Category - II(A)/ II(B)/ III(A)/ III(B) | 43 years |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe / Category-I | 45 years |
KSLSA Section Officer Application Fee 2026
- For General Merit / Category - II(A)/ II(B)/ III(A)/ III(B): ₹1,000/-
- For Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe / Category-I / Persons with Benchmark Disability: ₹500/-
KSLSA Section Officer Selection Process 2026
- Competitive Examination (Offline OMR – Paper-I & Paper-II).
- Interview (Viva-Voce).
- Final selection on the basis of merit in the written examination and interview.
How to Apply for KSLSA Recruitment 2026
- Candidates must apply online only through https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/indexnew.
- Upload recent passport size photograph and signature in JPG format (as per specifications).
- Pay application fee online through payment gateway.
- Keep printout of the submitted application for future reference.
- Last date for submission of online application is 15 May 2026.
KSLSA Section Officer Online Application Form
Eligible candidates who wish to apply for the KSLSA Section Officer posts (Residual Parent Cadre & Kalyana Karnataka Region) can do so by submitting their application form online through the official KEA website. The application process for the KSLSA Recruitment 2026 is completely online, and candidates must ensure that they complete all steps before the deadline.
The online application process for the KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026 will be available through the KEA portal. Eligible candidates are encouraged to fill out the application form and submit the required documents before the last date.
Click Here to Apply Online for KSLSA Section Officer Recruitment 2026
KSLSA Section Officer Remuneration 2026
Pay scale as per Karnataka Government rules for the post of Section Officer.
| Pay Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹69,250-1,650-74,200-1,900-85,600-2,300-99,400-2,700-1,15,600-3,100-1,34,200 |
| Additional Benefits | Allowances as applicable under Karnataka government rules |
| Probation Period | 2 years (or for such extended period) |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Read the detailed advertisement carefully before filling the online application.
- Upload correct Photograph and Signature as per specifications.
- No documents to be uploaded at the time of application; originals to be produced at document verification / interview stage.
- Keep registered mobile number and email active till completion of the recruitment process.
- Application fee once paid will not be refunded.
- KSLSA reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process without assigning any reason.
KSLSA Section Officer Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
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