KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers (319 Posts) Prelims Exam Hall Ticket & Schedule
Official Commission / Board: Karnataka Public Service Commission
Recruitment Lifecycle Progress
Official Notification
Gazetted & Published
Online Application
Till 2026-09-07
Admit Card
Hall Tickets Expected 10 Days Before Exam
Written Exam
15 November 2026 (Tentative)
Final Result & Cutoff
Post-Exam Verification
Online Application Window for KPSC KAS 2026-27 Prelims (319 Posts) Has Concluded
New registrations are no longer accepted for this recruitment cycle. This master gazette page remains permanently accessible as an authoritative reference for eligibility criteria, post-wise qualification mappings, detailed syllabus, and historical cut-offs. Registered candidates can check Admit Card, Answer Key, and Result stages using the lifecycle tabs above.
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Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification Breakdown
Official mapping of which degree, diploma, or certificate qualifies for which designated post
| Designated Post Name | Department / Cadre | Eligible Qualification Requirements | Vacancies | Age Bracket | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KPSC KAS 2026-27 Prelims (319 Posts) | Karnataka Public Service Commission | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University | 319 | 21 to 38 Years | Group A: ₹56,100 - ₹98,000 | Group B: ₹43,100 - ₹83,900 |
Category-Wise Statutory Fees & Age Relaxation Matrix
Government prescribed fees, age concessions, and certificate verification requirements
| Category | Code | Statutory Fee | Upper Age Relaxation | Maximum Age | Statutory Concession Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | UR / GEN | ₹600 | No Age Relaxation | 38 Years | Standard fee applies |
| Economically Weaker Sections | EWS | ₹600 | No Age Relaxation (Merit Quota 10%) | 38 Years | Valid Income & Asset Certificate required |
| Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy) | OBC-NCL | ₹600 | +3 Years Upper Age Concession | 41 Years | Central Government format certificate required |
| Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes | SC / ST | ₹300 | +5 Years Upper Age Concession | 43 Years | Subsidized / Refundable Fee |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | PwBD / Divyang | ₹50 | +10 Years (PwBD-UR) / +13y (OBC) / +15y (SC/ST) | 48 to 53 Years | Disability Certificate (>40%) required |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Female | ₹50 | As per Category | 38 to 43 Years | Standard Subsidized Fee |
Official Selection Process Stages
Sequential evaluation hurdles from initial screening to final gazette appointment
Detailed Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Standards
Stage-wise marks breakdown, negative marking rules, topic list, physical efficiency criteria, and historical cut-offs.
Preliminary Examination (Objective OMR - Paper 1 & Paper 2)
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 | Composite |
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | 30 | 30 | Composite |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | Composite |
| Total Scheme | 100 Qs | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
Main Written Examination (Descriptive Papers)
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Domain / Descriptive Evaluation | 50 | 100 | Composite |
| Total Scheme | 100 Qs | 200 Marks | 120 Minutes |
Personality Test (Interview - 50 Marks)
Official Commission Directives & Candidate Instructions
Crucial conditions, verification rules, and examination hall mandates published in the official circular:
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