Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS) Prelims, oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
The Karnataka Public Service Commission is anticipated to release the official notification for KAS 2026 exam cycle soon, following the completion of previous year's selection process. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official KPSC portal for updates on vacancy details and application dates.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Commission has clarified documentation requirements for educational qualifications and experience certificates. Candidates must ensure all certificates are attested and uploaded in prescribed formats during the application process.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Karnataka Public Service Commission has published the final merit list for the previous KAS examination cycle. Successful candidates have been issued appointment letters for posting across various administrative divisions in Karnataka.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Commission has issued clarifications regarding the Prelims exam structure, reaffirming the two-paper format with Paper I focusing on General Studies and Paper II on CSAT (qualifying nature). Negative marking continues to apply for incorrect responses.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims result declaration (expected)
Sat, 3 Oct, 2026Qualified candidates eligible for Mains examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims answer key release
Thu, 3 Sept, 2026Provisional answer keys published; objection window opens
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍KAS Prelims examination date
Sat, 29 Aug, 2026Preliminary exam (Paper I & II) conducted across Karnataka centers
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims admit card release
Fri, 14 Aug, 2026Download hall tickets from KPSC portal with photograph
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application edit window closes
Sun, 5 Jul, 2026Last opportunity to correct application details
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Last date for online application submission
Sun, 28 Jun, 2026Looking for the current cycle? Back to live KPSC KAS page →
Final deadline including fee payment; no extensions typically granted
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application portal opening (tentative)
Fri, 29 May, 2026Online application window begins on KPSC official website
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Expected notification release date
Tue, 26 May, 2026Official advertisement with vacancy details and eligibility criteria typically released
Archived 5 Jul 2026