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Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS) Prelims
KPSC KAS Prelims — two papers (GS Paper 1, CSAT-style Paper 2). 200 MCQs each, 2 hours each.
Updated 11 Aug 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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డయగ్నోస్టిక్తో ప్రారంభించండి
మీరు ఎక్కడ ఉన్నారో చూడటానికి syllabus అంతటా 10 ప్రశ్నలు.
Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
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.
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
2025
120 ప్రశ్నలు
పేపర్ తీసుకోండి →2024
20 ప్రశ్నలు
పేపర్ తీసుకోండి →2023
20 ప్రశ్నలు
పేపర్ తీసుకోండి →2022
20 ప్రశ్నలు
పేపర్ తీసుకోండి →2021
20 ప్రశ్నలు
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FULL20 ప్రశ్నలు · 240 నిమి
మాక్ ప్రారంభించండి →KPSC KAS — 2025 (Previous Year)
FULL120 ప్రశ్నలు · 240 నిమి
మాక్ ప్రారంభించండి →KPSC KAS — 2021 (Previous Year)
FULL20 ప్రశ్నలు · 240 నిమి
మాక్ ప్రారంభించండి →KPSC KAS — 2024 (Previous Year)
FULL20 ప్రశ్నలు · 240 నిమి
మాక్ ప్రారంభించండి →KPSC KAS — 2022 (Previous Year)
FULL20 ప్రశ్నలు · 240 నిమి
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General Studies (Paper 1)
58 QsKarnataka — History, Culture, Geography & Administration
72 QsGeneral Studies II / CSAT (Paper 2)
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లీడర్బోర్డ్లో మీరు ఎక్కడ ఉన్నారో చూడటానికి మాక్ తీసుకోండి.
Students
17
Mocks taken
63
Average score
47%
Top score
100%
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.
Outstanding — Top 1-2% ranks
90–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
As per the official notification, the KPSC KAS Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for 15 November 2026. Candidates should monitor the official KPSC website for any schedule updates.
The online application process started on 1st August 2026 and will remain open until 31st August 2026. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree can apply through the official KPSC portal at kpsc.kar.nic.in.
Karnataka Public Service Commission released the KAS 2026 notification on 31st July 2026 for 319 Gazetted Probationer vacancies (117 Group A + 202 Group B). Posts include Tehsildar, Assistant Director, Assistant Commissioner, and Deputy Superintendent of Police.
ఏదైనా టాపిక్పై ట్యాప్ చేయండి — నోట్స్ + 10 ప్రశ్నల టాపిక్ టెస్ట్
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.
Excellent score — Top KAS ranks
80–90% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Top tier — Senior KAS posts
70–80% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Strong Mains contender — Group A posts
60–70% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Mains qualifier — Group B/C
50–60% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Borderline — Category cut-offs
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.
The previous KAS 2023-24 cycle (384 vacancies) completed interviews on 10 June 2026. Mains results were declared on 2 March 2026. The final select list is still awaited from KPSC.
KAS 2023-24 Mains Result declared
గడిచిపోయిందిMon, 2 Mar, 2026
Eligibility list for Personality Test released
KAS 2023-24 Interviews concluded
గడిచిపోయిందిWed, 10 Jun, 2026
Final select list still awaited
KPSC KAS 2026 Notification released
గడిచిపోయిందిFri, 31 Jul, 2026
319 vacancies for Group A and Group B posts
KPSC KAS 2026 Online Application Start
గడిచిపోయిందిSat, 1 Aug, 2026
Application fee Rs. 500/-
KPSC KAS 2026 Application Last Date
8 రోజులు మిగిలాయిMon, 31 Aug, 2026
Complete registration and upload documents before deadline
KPSC KAS 2026 Prelims Admit Card (expected)
63 రోజులు మిగిలాయిSun, 25 Oct, 2026
Usually released 2-3 weeks before Prelims exam
📍KPSC KAS 2026 Preliminary Exam (tentative)
84 రోజులు మిగిలాయిSun, 15 Nov, 2026
Date mentioned as tentative in official notification; 2 papers (400 marks total)
KPSC KAS 2026 Prelims Answer Key (expected)
94 రోజులు మిగిలాయిWed, 25 Nov, 2026
Usually released 1-2 weeks after exam
KPSC KAS 2026 Prelims Result (expected)
176 రోజులు మిగిలాయిMon, 15 Feb, 2027
Based on typical KPSC timeline of 2-3 months post-exam
📍KPSC KAS 2026 Mains Exam (expected)
265 రోజులు మిగిలాయిSat, 15 May, 2027
Descriptive exam; Mains date not yet announced by KPSC
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.
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.