Karnataka Public Service Commission — Government of Karnataka
The Karnataka Public Service Commission has issued an official recruitment notification for Gazetted Probationers (KAS), announcing a total of 319 vacancies located in Karnataka. To be eligible, applicants must hold Degree from a recognized university and be within the prescribed age limit of As per official notification rules, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. The selection procedure comprises Preliminary Exam (Screening) -> Main Exam (Descriptive) -> Personality Test (Interview). For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Exam Date | 15 Nov 2026 |
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The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has notified the KAS Gazetted Probationers recruitment for 319 vacancies. Understanding the syllabus and the examination structure is essential for candidates aiming to clear this competitive state-level exam. The selection is based on a three-stage process: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and a Personality Test.
The Prelims serve as a screening stage. Marks obtained here are not considered for the final merit list but are used to determine eligibility for the Mains. The exam consists of two objective-type papers.
| Paper | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | National/International Importance & Humanities | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | State Importance, Science & Tech, Mental Ability | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Note: There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
The Main exam is a descriptive test. Candidates must qualify for the language papers to have their compulsory papers evaluated.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying 1 | Kannada | 150 |
| Qualifying 2 | English | 150 |
| Compulsory Papers | Essay & GS I to IV | 1,250 |
The final ranking is determined by the total score of 1,250 marks (Essay + GS Papers) and the 25-mark Personality Test.
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