Overview
Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026 for a total of 319 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 31 July 2026. Job location: All India.
Particulars Details Conducting Body Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) Exam Name KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026 Notification Number KPSCKA/EXA1/EXMF/9/2026-EXAM-1/I/251710/2026 Notification Release Date 31 July 2026 Total Vacancies 319 (117 Group A, 202 Group B) Selection Stages Prelims → Mains → Personality Test (Interview) Prelims Papers 2 (Paper I & Paper II, Objective Type) Prelims Total Questions 200 (100 per paper) Prelims Total Marks 400 (200 per paper) Prelims Duration 2 hours per paper Negative Marking (Prelims) 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer Mains Total Marks (for merit) 1,250 (Essay + GS I-IV) Personality Test Marks 25 Grand Total for Ranking 1,275 KPSC KAS Prelims Exam Date 2026 15 November 2026 (Tentative) Official Website kpsc.kar.nic.in Selection Process: As per the official notification, the KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Recruitment 2026 selection process has two examination stages followed by an interview: Preliminary Examination: An objective-type (MCQ) screening test comprising two papers. Marks scored in the Prelims are used only to shortlist candidates for the Mains they are not counted in the final merit. Candidates are admitted to Mains in a ratio of 1:15 against notified vacancies, category-wise. Main Examination: A descriptive written test consisting of seven papers two qualifying language papers (Kannada and English) and five compulsory papers (Essay and General Studies I-IV). Personality Test (Interview): Candidates are called for interview in a ratio of 1:3 against notified vacancies, based on Mains merit, category-wise. The interview carries 25 marks. Final merit is based on the combined score of the Essay and four General Studies papers (1,250 marks) plus the Personality Test (25 marks), for a total of 1,275 marks. The Kannada and English qualifying papers are not counted toward merit, though candidates must clear the qualifying minimum in each.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) |
| Post Name | KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 319 |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Personality Test (Interview) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://kpsc.kar.nic.in/ |
| Source Name | kpsc.kar.nic.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-15 |
Vacancy Details
319 posts
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Candidates must score a minimum of 35% (52.5 out of 150 marks) in each of the Kannada and English qualifying papers to be eligible for the Personality Test.
Candidates must score a minimum of 35% (52.5 out of 150 marks) in each of the Kannada and English qualifying papers to be eligible for the Personality Test. These marks are not added to the final merit.
Selection Process
Prelims → Mains → Personality Test (Interview)
The Preliminary Examination consists of two objective-type (multiple-choice) papers, each carrying 100 questions of 2 marks each, for a maximum of 200 marks and a duration of 2 hours per paper. The combined Prelims total is 400 marks. Paper Subject Area No. of Questions Marks Duration Paper I General Studies related to National and International Importance 40 80 2 hours Humanities 60 120 Paper I Total 100 200 Paper II General Studies related to State Importance 40 80 2 hours General Science & Technology, Environment & Ecology 30 60 General Mental Ability 30 60 Paper II Total 100 200 Prelims Grand Total 200 400 Negative marking: One-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for every wrong answer. If a candidate marks more than one answer to a question, it is treated as wrong and penalised the same way. No penalty applies to unattempted questions.Standard of questions: General Mental Ability questions are set at the SSLC/10th standard level; all other Prelims topics are at degree level. Question papers are set in both Kannada and English.
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 31 July 2026 | KPSC KAS Prelims Exam Date 2026: 15 November 2026 (Tentative)
- Notification Release Date: 31 July 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 31 July 2026
- Application Last Date: 31 July 2026
- Examination Date: 15 November 2026 (Tentative)
How to Apply
Apply online through https://kpsc.kar.nic.in/
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
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| kpsc.kar.nic.in | http://kpsc.kar.nic.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_notification_link) |
| Official Website | https://kpsc.kar.nic.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
| kpsc.kar.nic.in | https://kpsc.kar.nic.in/indexk.html | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | education_update |
| official_website_link | https://kpsc.kar.nic.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-15 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-15
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026?
The last date for submitting applications for KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026 is 31 July 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026?
A total of 319 vacancies have been notified for KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026 by Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC). Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the educational qualification required for KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026?
The required educational qualification is: Candidates must score a minimum of 35% (52.5 out of 150 marks) in each of the Kannada and English qualifying papers to be eligible for the Personality Test.. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the selection process for KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026?
The selection procedure involves: Prelims → Mains → Personality Test (Interview). Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers Exam 2026?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://kpsc.kar.nic.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.