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KPSC Group C
KPSC Group C Recruitment
KPSC Group C — Karnataka clerical / asst posts. 200 MCQs in 2.5 hours.
Updated 10 Sept 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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Previous year papers
100 questions across all yearsSome years hold a set of questions from that paper, not the full paper — each card shows how many.
2025
20 of 200 questions
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20 of 200 questions
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20 of 200 questions
Practise these →2022
20 of 200 questions
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20 of 200 questions
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Practice by subject & topic
Full-length subject tests below — 25 questions each, real exam format, instant scoring. Want to drill a single topic? Every topic has its own 10-question test in the syllabus.
General Studies / General Knowledge
40 QsKarnataka — History, Culture and Administration
22 QsQuantitative Aptitude
30 QsMental Ability and Reasoning
20 Qs
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What can I get from KPSC Group C?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
Exceptional performance — state toppers
92–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Among top performers statewide for Group C cadre
- •Personal Secretary to Ministers (support staff) — Vidhana Soudha
- •Senior Stenographer (Governor's Secretariat) — Raj Bhavan postings
- •Office Superintendent (Secretariat Administration) — highest Group C pay scales
- •Complete choice of posting, department, and role
- •Fast-track consideration for Group B promotions
Excellent scores — top tier
85–92% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Personal Assistant (Secretariat departments) — elite Group C positions
- •Stenographer Grade I (High Court) — judiciary cadre, excellent career progression
- •Senior Assistant (Chief Secretary office) — policy coordination roles
- •Office Superintendent positions (select departments) — supervisory Group C posts
- •Guaranteed first choice of posting location and department
Strong competitive range
75–85% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Stenographer Grade II (Secretariat) — high pay level Group C positions
- •Senior Assistant (Finance Department) — treasury and audit wings
- •Court Assistant (High Court of Karnataka) — Bangalore postings
- •Personal Assistant to Deputy Commissioners — district headquarters
- •Assistant (Chief Minister's Office support staff) — Vidhana Soudha
- •First preference in location and department selection
Good selection prospects
65–75% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •First Division Assistant (Secretariat postings) — Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore
- •Junior Assistant (Commissioner offices) — BBMP, BDA and other corporations
- •Stenographer Grade III (District courts) — Group C, pay level 6
- •Assistant (Police Department headquarters) — clerical cadre
- •Data Entry Operator (e-Governance projects) — IT wing postings
- •Likely to secure preferred location choice
Moderate selection probability
50–65% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •First Division Assistant (Zilla Panchayat offices) — Group C, pay level 5
- •Junior Assistant (Revenue Department) — district postings
- •Typist (Bangalore Urban districts) — competitive but achievable
- •Account Assistant (Treasury offices) — approximate cut-off 55-60% for General
- •Bill Collector positions (various departments)
Borderline qualifying range
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below qualifying threshold
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
News & timeline
See older updates →Latest news
Multiple sources indicate Karnataka Public Service Commission will release the Group C recruitment notification for 2026, covering posts like Junior Engineer, Electrician, Operator, and other technical and non-technical positions. The notification is expected to announce over 980 vacancies, particularly for Panchayat Development Officer posts.
The selection process consists of a written exam with two papers covering General Knowledge and language/computer skills. Each paper carries 100 marks with 0.25 marks deducted for incorrect answers, followed by interview and document verification stages.
Important dates
Notification release (expected)
34 days awayThu, 15 Oct, 2026
KPSC typically releases Group C notifications in October-November; exact date not yet announced
Application window opens (expected)
39 days awayTue, 20 Oct, 2026
Usually opens within a week of notification
Application deadline (expected)
70 days awayFri, 20 Nov, 2026
Typically 30-day application window
Admit card release (expected)
136 days awayMon, 25 Jan, 2027
Usually released 1-2 weeks before exam; downloadable at kpsconline.karnataka.gov.in
📍Written exam (expected)
149 days awaySun, 7 Feb, 2027
Previous cycle held over 2 days in early November; 2027 cycle likely February-March
Answer key release (expected)
162 days awaySat, 20 Feb, 2027
Typically within 2 weeks of exam
Result declaration (expected)
216 days awayThu, 15 Apr, 2027
Usually 1-2 months after written exam; shortlisted candidates proceed to interview
Syllabus
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General Studies / General Knowledge
Current Events
Current events of state, national and international importance.
Modern History of India and Indian Culture
Outline of modern Indian history, freedom movement and culture.
Indian Polity
Constitution and governance with special reference to Karnataka.
Indian Economy
Indian economy with reference to Karnataka economy.
Geography of India and Karnataka
Physical, social and economic geography.
General Science
Basic science and recent science & technology developments.
Karnataka — History, Culture and Administration
History of Karnataka
Ancient to modern history of Karnataka.
Karnataka Unification Movement
Movement for the unification of Kannada-speaking regions.
Karnataka Art, Culture and Literature
Cultural heritage, literature and arts of Karnataka.
Karnataka Administration and Welfare
Administrative structure and welfare schemes of Karnataka.
Quantitative Aptitude
Number System and Simplification
BODMAS, fractions, decimals, square and cube roots.
Percentage
Percentage calculations and applications.
Profit and Loss
Cost price, selling price and discount.
Ratio and Proportion
Direct, inverse and compound ratio, proportion and partnership.
Average
Average of numbers, weighted average and applications.
Simple and Compound Interest
SI and CI calculations.
Time and Work
Work efficiency, pipes and cisterns.
Time, Speed and Distance
Trains, boats, average and relative speed.
Mensuration
Area, perimeter, surface area and volume.
Elementary Algebra
Linear and quadratic equations.
Mental Ability and Reasoning
Number and Letter Series
Find next/missing/wrong term in numerical and alphabet series.
Coding-Decoding
Letter, number and symbol-based coding patterns.
Directions and Distances
Direction sense, shortest distance, displacement.
Blood Relations
Family-tree puzzles, generations and relationships.
Analogy and Classification
Word, number and figure analogy; odd-one-out.
Syllogism
Statement-conclusion using Venn diagrams and rules.
Calendar and Clock
Day calculation, leap years, angle between hands.
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Mirror image, water image, paper folding and embedded figures.
Data Interpretation
Tables, bar/pie/line graphs — calculation-based questions.