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KPSC KAS
Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS) Prelims
KPSC KAS Prelims — two papers (GS Paper 1, CSAT-style Paper 2). 200 MCQs each, 2 hours each.
Updated 26 Aug 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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KPSC KAS eligibility
Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
- Age
- 21 – 35 years (General)21-35 for General. OBC: +3, SC/ST/Category-1: +5. Reference date varies.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised university.
- Attempts
- No formal attempt limit other than the upper age cap.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen.
- Other
- Kannada knowledge is mandatory — verified via a qualifying Kannada language paper at Mains.
KPSC KAS cutoffs
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Prelims cutoff (qualifying for Mains, KAS Group A)
out of 400 marks (Paper 1 + Paper 2 combined; Paper 2 / CSAT qualifying at 33%)KPSC KAS uses a complex category-wise reservation matrix. The ranges above are based on the most recent published cycle.
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | General | ~225 – 240 |
| 2023 | OBC (II A / II B / III A / III B) | ~215 – 232 |
| 2023 | SC | ~205 – 220 |
| 2023 | ST | ~190 – 205 |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
KPSC KAS salary after selection
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Assistant Commissioner / KAS Group A Probationer (entry)
Pay Level 23 (Karnataka)- Basic pay
- ₹56,100
- Gross monthly
- ₹85,000 – ₹95,000 (Bangalore, after probation)
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
KPSC KAS — Frequently asked questions
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Previous year papers
200 questions across all yearsSome years hold a set of questions from that paper, not the full paper — each card shows how many.
2025
120 of 400 questions
Practise these →2024
20 of 400 questions
Practise these →2023
20 of 400 questions
Practise these →2022
20 of 400 questions
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20 of 400 questions
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General Studies (Paper 1)
58 QsKarnataka — History, Culture, Geography & Administration
72 QsGeneral Studies II / CSAT (Paper 2)
90 Qs
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Average score
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What can I get from KPSC KAS?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
Top 100 — merit list range
92–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Commissioner — district administration head, Group A senior scale
- •Joint Commissioner (Revenue/Commercial Tax) — state headquarters posting likely
- •Senior positions in Karnataka Secretariat — policy and administrative wings
- •Typically within top 50-100 final merit list across all categories
- •Choice postings in Bengaluru or preferred districts possible
- •Fast-track career progression in Karnataka Administrative Service
Top Group A — premium posts
85–92% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) — Karnataka Administrative Service, pay level 10
- •Additional Deputy Commissioner — district cadre, administrative authority
- •Deputy Director (Planning/Finance departments) — policy formulation roles
- •Senior Commercial Tax Officer — direct state revenue service
- •Strong contender for merit list; likely selection with decent Mains + Interview
Group A probable range
75–85% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — Karnataka Administrative Service Group A, district administration
- •Assistant Commissioner of Police (Group A) — urban zones, supervisory cadre
- •Deputy Director (various departments) — Group A gazetted officer
- •Commercial Tax Officer (Group A) — senior revenue service
- •Excellent Prelims score; aim for top-tier Group A posts in Mains + Interview
Group B post contenders
65–75% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Superintendent of Police (Group B) — Karnataka Police Service
- •Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax) — Group B gazetted
- •Block Development Officer — Rural Development cadre
- •Section Officer (Secretariat) — Administrative service, Group B
- •Strong position for Mains; focus on optional subject depth
Mains qualified — Group C range
50–65% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS) Group C posts — Tahsildar, Assistant Commissioner cadre
- •Commercial Tax Officer (Group C) — Revenue Department
- •Assistant Director (various departments) — pay level as per 7th CPC equivalent
- •Likely to clear Prelims across all categories
- •Good chance for Group B posts with strong Mains performance
Borderline — reserved categories
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below cut-off range
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
Karnataka Public Service Commission extended the last date for online applications for 319 Gazetted Probationer posts from August 31 to September 7, 2026. The notification was originally released on July 31, 2026.
The preliminary examination for Karnataka Administrative Service has been tentatively scheduled for November 15, 2026 as per the official notification. Selection involves three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
KPSC officially released the Karnataka Administrative Service notification on July 31, 2026 for recruitment to 117 Group A and 202 Group B posts including Assistant Commissioner, DSP, Tahsildar and other gazetted positions.
Important dates
KAS 2026-27 Notification
passedFri, 31 Jul, 2026
Notification No: KPSCKA/EXA1/EXMF/9/2026-EXAM-1/I/251710/2026 for 319 posts
Application Start Date
passedSat, 1 Aug, 2026
Online application window opened on KPSC website
KPSC KAS 2026 Application Last Date
passedMon, 31 Aug, 2026
Complete registration and upload documents before deadline
Application End Date (Extended)
passedMon, 7 Sept, 2026
Last date extended from August 31 to September 7, 2026
Prelims Admit Card (expected)
51 days awaySun, 1 Nov, 2026
Admit card typically released 1-2 weeks before Prelims exam
📍KAS Prelims Exam (tentative)
65 days awaySun, 15 Nov, 2026
Prelims exam tentatively scheduled; two objective papers of 100 questions each · no key published for this stage
Prelims Result (expected)
126 days awayFri, 15 Jan, 2027
Results typically declared 6-8 weeks after Prelims exam; qualifying stage only
📍Mains Exam (expected)
216 days awayThu, 15 Apr, 2027
Mains usually conducted 4-5 months after Prelims; descriptive papers · no key published for this stage
Mains Result (expected)
307 days awayThu, 15 Jul, 2027
Mains results expected 2-3 months after exam
Interview/Personality Test (expected)
369 days awayWed, 15 Sept, 2027
Interview stage for Mains-qualified candidates
Final Result (expected)
430 days awayMon, 15 Nov, 2027
Final merit list based on Mains + Interview marks
Syllabus
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General Studies (Paper 1)
Current Events
Current events of national and international importance.
Indian History and National Movement
Cultural, social, political and economic aspects of Indian history.
Indian and World Geography
Geography of India and the world with focus on Karnataka.
Indian Polity and Political System
Constitution, governance and political institutions of India.
Indian Economy and Reforms
Indian economy, planning, reforms and rural development.
Karnataka — History, Culture, Geography & Administration
History of Karnataka
Karnataka history from ancient dynasties to unification.
Karnataka Culture and Heritage
Karnataka cultural heritage — architecture, literature, art.
Geography of Karnataka
Physical, agricultural and resource profile of Karnataka.
Karnataka Economy and Administration
Karnataka economic indicators and state administration.
General Studies II / CSAT (Paper 2)
Current Events of State Importance
Karnataka-specific current affairs and government schemes.
General Science and Technology
Contemporary science and technology developments.
Environment and Ecology
Environmental issues, biodiversity and climate change.
Comprehension
Reading comprehension passages with inferential questions.
Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
Reasoning, analytical and decision-making problems.
Basic Numeracy and Number Relations
Mathematical problems at SSLC (Class X) level.
Data Interpretation
Charts, graphs, tables and data sufficiency.
English Language
Basic English language skills at high-school level.