HRMS Karnataka—commonly known as the Employee Self-Service (ESS) portal—is a digital Human Resource Management System implemented by the Government of Karnataka to help government employees manage HR-related services efficiently and transparently.
Employee Login
Employees can access the portal through the HRMS Karnataka ESS login page (e.g., https://hrmsess.karnataka.gov.in/login/loadLoginPage).
Login options include:
- Username and Password, or
- OTP-based Authentication. The portal supports secure OTP login mechanisms, similar to other state HRMS systems.
Once logged in, employees gain access to a wide range of services related to payroll, personal records, leave, and more.
Salary Slip / Pay Slip Access
While the official site content was inaccessible during this session, insights from the HRMS2 ESS mobile app confirm that employees can view and download salary slips directly from the portal.
- The HRMS2 ESS mobile application (for Android) lets enrolled employees—particularly from the 21 departments on HRMS2—view loans, leave balances, and download payslips.
Other video resources related to Karnataka’s Electronic Service Register (ESR) portal also hint that payroll, employee details, and payslip access are key features.
Key Features & Functionalities
Here are the main capabilities of the HRMS Karnataka ESS portal:
- Electronic Service Register (ESR)
- This digital register maintains complete employee details—service history, postings, transfers, and more—accessible via HRMS ESS.
- Payslip Access
- Employees can view and download their salary slips—including full pay structures, deductions, and net pay—from the portal and mobile app.
- Leave & Loan Management
- HRMS2 ESS enables employees to check leave balances and apply for loans, with details available at a glance.
- Profile Updates & Insurance
- As per Finance Department circular (FD-CAM/160/2023 dated Nov 2, 2023), employees must update insurance details—like PMJJBY (life insurance) and PMSBY (accident insurance)—via the ESS portal.
- Mobile App Integration
- The HRMS2 ESS mobile app, updated as of May 23, 2025, offers convenient access to loans, leave, payslips, and more, specifically for departments onboarded to HRMS2.
Uses of HRMS Karnataka
This portal serves both employees and HR administrators across several use cases:
- Self-Service Access: Employees manage own payslips, leaves, and profiles without visiting HR offices.
- Secure Data Management: Centralized storage for employee service records ensures reliability and accessibility.
- Mobile-First Accessibility: Through the HRMS2 ESS app, employees can stay connected even on the go—ideal for transparency and flexibility.
- Compliance & Updates: Insurance and personal data updates—mandated by department circulars—ensure statutory and welfare compliance.
Benefits of HRMS Karnataka
- Enhanced Transparency: Employees get direct access to salary details, loan status, leave balance, and insurance information.
- Time Efficiency: Reduces paperwork and HR dependencies for routine tasks; faster access via mobile app enhances productivity.
- Accuracy & Standardization: Automated payslip generation and unified data entry reduce errors and nonuniformity.
- Employee Empowerment: Self-service options—like profile updates and document access—boost autonomy and engagement.
- Modern Compliance: Enables dissemination of circulars, mandates, and policy updates—like insurance enrollment—efficiently through the portal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How do I log in to the HRMS Karnataka portal?
Go to the ESS portal (e.g., hrmsess.karnataka.gov.in/login/loadLoginPage) and log in using your username/password or OTP.
Q2: How can I view or download my salary slip?
Once logged in (via web or the mobile app for HRMS2 users), navigate to the payslip section. You can view and download your monthly salary slip directly.
Q3: Can I update my personal or insurance information through the portal?
Yes. As per the FD circular issued on November 2, 2023, employees must update PMJJBY and PMSBY insurance information through the ESS portal.
Q4: What is the ESR in HRMS Karnataka?
ESR stands for Electronic Service Register, which stores comprehensive employee service records, accessible via HRMS ESS.
Q5: What does the HRMS2 ESS mobile app offer?
The app, available for Android, provides access to loans, advances, leave balances, and payslips for eligible departments enrolled under HRMS2.
Q6: Who can use the HRMS2 ESS app?
Employees from one of the 21 departments enrolled in HRMS2 can register and use the app. For more details, contact your Drawing and Disbursing Officer (DDO).
Conclusion
The HRMS Karnataka Employee Self-Service Portal is a powerful, employee-centric HR platform designed to streamline administrative functions across Karnataka’s government workforce. It provides:
- Seamless login through web or mobile,
- Payslip access,
- Service record maintenance (ESR),
- Profile and insurance updates,
- Self-service leave and loan management,
- Mobile-enabled convenience via HRMS2 ESS.
The portal not only saves time and enhances productivity for employees and HR teams alike but also ensures accurate, transparent, and modern service delivery.

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