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Karnataka Launches KAAMS New AI-Powered App to Mark Attendance Twice a Day

May 12, 2026

The  Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms (e-Governance)  developed this application. Before the full launch, the app was tested (piloted) in several departments, including:

  • Health department

  • Education department

  • Legislative Assembly Secretariat

WHO IS COVERED UNDER THIS SYSTEM?

The system is intended for  more than 20 lakh government employees and contractual workers  in Karnataka. This includes:

  • Teaching staff (teachers)

  • Non-teaching staff (office staff, helpers, etc.)

  • Officers in government educational institutions and offices

WHY WAS KAAMS INTRODUCED?

The old biometric attendance system had some problems. Fingerprint scanners could be fooled. Also, many devices broke down. The new app uses face recognition and location tracking. This makes attendance more honest and accurate. Employees cannot mark attendance from home. They must be physically present at their workplace. This will improve punctuality and discipline in government offices and schools.

FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

Q1: What does KAAMS stand for?
A: Karnataka Advanced Attendance Management System.

Q2: How many times a day must staff mark attendance using KAAMS?
A: Twice a day – “In Time” and “Out Time”.

Q3: Which technologies does the Kartavya-KAAMS app use?
A: Artificial Intelligence, Facial Recognition, and Geo-Fencing.

Q4: When did KAAMS replace the old biometric attendance system?
A: From 1 May 2026.

Q5: How many government employees and workers are covered under KAAMS in Karnataka?
A: More than 20 lakh (2 million) employees and contractual workers.

EXAM-FOCUSED POINTS

  • Full form:  Karnataka Advanced Attendance Management System (KAAMS)

  • App name:  Kartavya-KAAMS

  • Introduced by:  Department of School Education and Literacy, Government of Karnataka

  • Circular date:  27 April 2026

  • Start date of system:  1 May 2026 (replaced biometric system)

  • Applicable from academic year:  2026-27

  • Attendance frequency:  Twice daily (In Time and Out Time)

  • Technologies used:  AI, Facial Recognition, Geo-Fencing

  • Requirements for employees:  Register with official credentials, verify HRMS-linked mobile number, face authentication, enable location

  • Linked systems:  HRMS (Human Resource Management System) and SATS (Students Achievement Tracking System)

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