| Organisation | Karnataka State Minerals Corporation Ltd. (KSMC) |
| Notification Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 50 Posts |
| Job Type | Contract Basis — 11 Months (or until direct recruitment, whichever is earlier) |
| Selection Process | Walk-in Interview + Merit + Relevant Experience |
| Age Limit | Maximum 40 Years |
| Walk-in Dates | 28, 29, 30 & 31 July 2026 |
| Venue | KSMC Head Office, Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Official Website | ksmc.karnataka.gov.in |
No online application needed. Appear directly at KSMC Head Office, Bengaluru on your post’s scheduled date with original documents.
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About KSMC Recruitment 2026
Karnataka State Minerals Corporation Ltd. (KSMC), a Government of Karnataka undertaking, has invited applications for 50 contractual posts across engineering, mining, survey and technical categories. These positions are on contract basis for 11 months (or until direct recruitment is completed, whichever is earlier). Selection is through Walk-in Interview to be held at KSMC Head Office, Bengaluru from 28 to 31 July 2026.
This is a great opportunity for mining engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, civil engineers, blasters, and ITI technicians to work with a Government of Karnataka PSU in the minerals sector.
📊 Post-wise Vacancies & Salary
| # | Post Name | Vacancies | Salary (₹/Month) | Walk-in Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Manager (Production) | 3 | ₹50,000 | 28 July 2026 |
| 2 | Assistant Manager (Lease & Exploration) | 2 | ₹47,000 | 28 July 2026 |
| 3 | Environmental Engineer | 1 | ₹45,000 | 29 July 2026 |
| 4 | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | 3 | ₹45,000 | 29 July 2026 |
| 5 | Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 2 | ₹45,000 | 30 July 2026 |
| 6 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 1 | ₹45,000 | 30 July 2026 |
| 7 | Assistant Manager (Survey) | 1 | ₹40,000 | 30 July 2026 |
| 8 | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 1 | ₹28,000 | 31 July 2026 |
| 9 | Mine Foreman | 8 | ₹28,000 | 31 July 2026 |
| 10 | Mine Mate | 12 | ₹25,000 | 31 July 2026 |
| 11 | Blaster | 8 | ₹22,000 | 31 July 2026 |
| 12 | Survey Assistant | 1 | ₹21,400 | 31 July 2026 |
| 13 | Electrician (ITI) / Technician Grade-II | 2 | ₹21,000 | 31 July 2026 |
| 14 | Blasting Helper | 5 | ₹18,350 | 31 July 2026 |
| TOTAL | 50 | |||
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years as on the date of walk-in interview. Age relaxation as per Government of Karnataka rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
Educational Qualification (Post-wise)
| Post | Expected Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Production) | B.E./B.Tech in Mining Engineering + relevant experience in mining operations |
| Assistant Manager (Lease & Exploration) | B.E./B.Tech in Mining/Geology OR M.Sc. Geology with experience in lease/exploration |
| Environmental Engineer | B.E./B.Tech in Environmental Engineering or M.Sc. Environmental Science |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering |
| Assistant Manager (Survey) | Diploma/Degree in Survey OR Mine Survey certificate with experience |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Mine Foreman | Mine Foreman Certificate of Competency issued under MMR 1961 |
| Mine Mate | Mine Mate Certificate of Competency / Mining Sirdar certificate |
| Blaster | Valid Blaster’s Certificate under Explosives Act |
| Survey Assistant | Diploma in Survey / Mine Survey with relevant experience |
| Electrician (ITI) / Technician Grade-II | ITI Certificate in Electrician trade from a recognised institute |
| Blasting Helper | Relevant experience as Blasting Helper in mines; valid documents |
⚠️ Exact qualification requirements will be as per the official PDF notification. Candidates are advised to download and read the official notification before attending the walk-in. Relevant experience in mining/minerals sector will be given preference.
📅 Walk-in Interview Schedule — Date-wise
| Date | Posts Scheduled |
|---|---|
| Monday, 28 July 2026 | Assistant Manager (Production) — 3 posts Assistant Manager (Lease & Exploration) — 2 posts |
| Tuesday, 29 July 2026 | Environmental Engineer — 1 post Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) — 3 posts |
| Wednesday, 30 July 2026 | Assistant Engineer (Electrical) — 2 posts Assistant Engineer (Civil) — 1 post Assistant Manager (Survey) — 1 post |
| Thursday, 31 July 2026 | Junior Engineer (Electrical) — 1 post Mine Foreman — 8 posts Mine Mate — 12 posts Blaster — 8 posts Survey Assistant — 1 post Electrician (ITI) / Technician Grade-II — 2 posts Blasting Helper — 5 posts |
📍 Walk-in Venue
Candidates are advised to reach the venue early and carry all original documents along with attested photocopies. Report on the date specified for your post only.
📋 How to Attend the Walk-in Interview
- Download the official notification PDF from ksmc.karnataka.gov.in and read all instructions carefully
- Check the walk-in date for your specific post in the schedule above
- Prepare your bio-data / resume with all relevant details
- Collect all original certificates and prepare attested photocopies
- Report to KSMC Head Office, Bengaluru on your scheduled date
- No application fee or online registration is required — direct walk-in only
📂 Documents to Carry
- Updated Bio-data / Resume
- Recent passport-size photographs (3–4 copies)
- 10th / SSLC Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- Educational qualification certificates (Degree/Diploma/ITI)
- Experience certificates from previous employers
- Competency certificates (for Mine Foreman, Mine Mate, Blaster — mandatory)
- Valid Blaster’s Certificate under Explosives Act (for Blaster posts)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC — if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card / Government photo ID proof
- All originals + 2 sets of self-attested photocopies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are there in KSMC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 50 contractual posts across 14 different categories — from Assistant Manager level down to Blasting Helper.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for KSMC 2026?
There is no last date for online application — this is a Walk-in Interview. Just appear on the scheduled date for your post (28, 29, 30 or 31 July 2026) at KSMC Head Office, Bengaluru.
Q3. Are KSMC 2026 posts permanent?
No. These are contractual posts for 11 months or until direct/permanent recruitment is completed, whichever is earlier.
Q4. What is the salary for KSMC 2026 contractual posts?
Salaries range from ₹18,350/month (Blasting Helper) to ₹50,000/month (Assistant Manager – Production). Full post-wise salary table is given above.
Q5. What is the age limit for KSMC Recruitment 2026?
Maximum 40 years. Age relaxation as per Government of Karnataka rules for reserved categories.
Q6. What posts are available in KSMC Recruitment 2026?
Assistant Manager (Production, Lease & Exploration, Survey), Environmental Engineer, Assistant Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil), Junior Engineer (Electrical), Mine Foreman, Mine Mate, Blaster, Survey Assistant, Electrician (ITI)/Technician Grade-II, and Blasting Helper.
Q7. Where is the KSMC walk-in interview venue?
KSMC Head Office, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Carry all original documents and attested copies.
Q8. Is there any application fee for KSMC 2026?
No information about application fee is mentioned — walk-in interviews are typically free to attend. Confirm from the official notification PDF at ksmc.karnataka.gov.in.
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