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KPSC Gazetted Probationers Syllabus

ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಲೋಕಸೇವಾ ಆಯೋಗ – ಪರೀಕ್ಷಾ ಪಠ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ಮತ್ತು ಸಮಗ್ರ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ ಮಾರ್ಗದರ್ಶಿ

Detailed micro-listing for Prelims (Paper 1 & 2) and Mains (Qualifying, Essay, GS 1 to GS 4). Track individual topics, view weightage tags, and switch effortlessly between English and ಕನ್ನಡ. Your progress saves automatically on this device.

ಹಂತಗಳು / Stages3 TiersPrelims • Mains • Viva
ಪ್ರಿಲಿಮ್ಸ್ / Prelims400 Marks−0.25 negative mark
ಮೇನ್ಸ್ / Mains Merit1250 Marks+300 qualifying
ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿತ್ವ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ / Viva25 MarksTotal merit: 1275
Preliminary Examination (ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಕ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ)

Objective Screening Test (400 Marks / ಅಂಕಗಳು)

Consists of two compulsory papers with multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Marks scored in Prelims qualify candidates for Mains, but are not counted for the final rank list.
ಎರಡು ಕಡ್ಡಾಯ ವಸ್ತುನಿಷ್ಠ ಪತ್ರಿಕೆಗಳು. ನೆಗೆಟಿವ್ ಅಂಕಗಳು: ಪ್ರತಿ ತಪ್ಪು ಉತ್ತರಕ್ಕೆ 0.25 ಅಂಕ ಕಡಿತ.

Duration (ಅವಧಿ) 2 Hours per Paper
Negative Marking 0.25 (1/4th Mark)
Medium (ಮಾಧ್ಯಮ) English & ಕನ್ನಡ
Total Questions 100 MCQs / Paper
PAPER I 100 Questions • 200 Marks • 2 Hours

General Studies, Humanities, Indian Constitution & Karnataka Heritage

ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ 1: ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಅಧ್ಯಯನಗಳು, ಮಾನವಿಕ ವಿಷಯಗಳು, ಭಾರತ ಮತ್ತು ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಇತಿಹಾಸ, ಸಂವಿಧಾನ

~40 Questions on Karnataka
⭐ KPSC PYQ Alert: 12 to 18 questions are frequently asked from the Chalukyas of Badami, Rashtrakutas, Vijayanagara Empire, Tipu Sultan/Wodeyars, and the Karnataka Unification Movement (ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಏಕೀಕರಣ).
PAPER II 100 Questions • 200 Marks • 2 Hours

Karnataka State Affairs, Science & Tech, Environment & General Mental Ability

ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ 2: ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪ್ರಚಲಿತ ಘಟನೆಗಳು, ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ವಿಜ್ಞಾನ, ಪರಿಸರ ವಿಜ್ಞಾನ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಸಾಮರ್ಥ್ಯ

~35-40 Qs Mental Ability
ಸ್ವಯಂ ಮೌಲ್ಯಮಾಪನ / Self-Assessment

ನಿಮ್ಮ ಸಿದ್ಧತೆಯನ್ನು ನಿಖರವಾಗಿ ಟ್ರ್ಯಾಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ!

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about the KPSC KAS syllabus and this tracker.

What is the KPSC KAS exam pattern?

The KAS recruitment has three stages: Prelims (two objective papers, 400 marks), Mains (two qualifying language papers plus five descriptive merit papers, 1250 marks) and a personality test (interview) of 25 marks. The final merit list is based on Mains plus interview, a total of 1275 marks.

How many papers and marks are there in KAS Prelims?

Prelims has two compulsory papers of 100 multiple-choice questions each. Each paper carries 200 marks and lasts 2 hours. Every wrong answer carries a negative mark of 0.25. Prelims marks only qualify you for Mains and are not counted in the final rank list.

What are the Mains papers?

Mains has two qualifying papers, Compulsory Kannada and Compulsory English, of 150 marks each with a 35% minimum. The five merit papers of 250 marks each are Essay, General Studies 1, General Studies 2, General Studies 3 and General Studies 4 (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude).

How does the progress tracker work?

Tick the box next to each sub-topic as you finish revising it. The bar at the top shows your completion for the stage you are viewing, Prelims or Mains. Use the reset button to clear everything.

Is my progress saved if I switch phones or browsers?

Your ticks are stored only in the browser you are using, so they will not appear on another device. Use the Export Tracker JSON button at the bottom of the page to download a backup of your progress.

Can I read the syllabus in Kannada?

Yes. Use the English, ಕನ್ನಡ or Dual switch above the syllabus. Dual mode shows both languages together. Your choice is remembered next time.

Where can I practise questions on these topics?

TestPYQ.com has KPSC KAS previous year papers and mock tests as timed online tests with an instant score and detailed solutions. Open the KPSC KAS online tests page to start.

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