Kar.nic.in/finance/govt.orders

kar.nic.in/finance/govt.orders is the official webpage for Government Orders (GOs) issued by the Finance Department of the Karnataka government. It serves as a central repository for a wide range of financial regulations, rules, guidelines, and directives pertaining to various aspects of the state’s financial management.

The primary purpose of this website is to ensure transparency and accessibility to crucial financial information for government employees, stakeholders, and the general public. By providing a readily available online platform, the Finance Department aims to promote better understanding and compliance with its policies.

The content available on this webpage typically includes:

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Budgetary Allocations and Revisions: GOs related to the annual state budget, supplementary budgets, allocation of funds to different departments and schemes, and subsequent revisions or re-appropriations of these allocations are frequently published.

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Taxation Policies: Information regarding state taxes, including Value Added Tax (VAT) (until its replacement by GST), Goods and Services Tax (GST), stamp duty, and other levies, along with any amendments, clarifications, and notifications, are available.

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Financial Rules and Regulations: The Karnataka Financial Code, Treasury Code, and other related rules and regulations that govern financial transactions, accounting procedures, and audit processes within the state government are often accessible through references or direct postings.

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Pay Scales, Allowances, and Retirement Benefits: Orders pertaining to pay revisions, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), travel allowances, pension rules, and other benefits for government employees are typically found on this platform.

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Loan and Investment Guidelines: Directives related to government borrowings, investments in public sector undertakings (PSUs), and guidelines for managing state finances are also published.

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Scheme-Specific Guidelines: Many government schemes have specific financial guidelines associated with them, and the relevant GOs outlining the operational and financial aspects of these schemes are often available.

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Audit and Accounting Standards: Information regarding the standards and procedures for conducting audits of government departments and institutions, as well as accounting practices to be followed, can be found.

Users can usually browse or search for specific GOs based on keywords, date ranges, department, or subject matter. The website typically offers downloadable documents in PDF format, allowing users to easily save and share the information. While the design and functionality may vary over time, the focus remains on providing a user-friendly interface for accessing essential financial information.

It’s important to note that the information on this website is constantly updated as new GOs are issued and existing ones are amended or superseded. Therefore, users should always verify the date and relevance of the GO before relying on it for any decision-making purposes. This website is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the financial landscape of the Karnataka government and its impact on various sectors and stakeholders.