KPSC KAS 2026
Conducted by: Karnataka Public Service Commission
Last Date to Apply: 31 October 2026
Official SourceKey Dates & Info
Last Date to Apply
31 October 2026
Salary
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Age limit
21-35 years
Application Fee
General: ₹500, 2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹300, SC/ST/Cat-I: Nil
About This Exam
Karnataka Administrative Service exam for state civil service posts in Karnataka. Official 2026 notification not yet released as of July 2026.
Conducting Body
Karnataka Public Service Commission
Total Vacancies
319 (117 Group A + 202 Group B)
Available Posts
Important Dates
Notification Expected
01 September 2026
Application End (Expected)
31 October 2026
Prelims Date (Expected)
01 February 2027
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor's Degree from recognized University
Age limit
21-35 years
21-35 years
Cat-I/SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years
Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline
Number of Attempts
No limit (within age)
Application Fee
General: ₹500, 2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹300, SC/ST/Cat-I: Nil
Detailed Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Selection Process
Prelims → Mains → Personality Test → Final Merit
Previous Year Question Papers
We haven't catalogued previous year papers for this exam yet.
Salary & Career Growth
Salary / Pay Scale
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Range: ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Karnataka state pay scale
Plus DA, HRA, and other government allowances as applicable.
Perks & Allowances
DA, HRA, Government accommodation, Medical, Pension
Job Role & Responsibilities
Assistant Commissioner, DSP, and Karnataka state civil service posts
Career Growth & Promotions
AC → Deputy Commissioner → Secretary level.
Career Benefits
- ✓ Job security and pension benefits
- ✓ Regular pay commission revisions
- ✓ Government housing and medical benefits
- ✓ Career advancement through promotions
Application Process
Visit the official website and locate the online registration link for this exam
Register with a valid, active email ID and mobile number — this is used for all future communication, including admit card and result notifications
Fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately as per your certificates — mismatches can lead to rejection at document verification
Keep scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates ready in the specified format and file size before you start, to avoid losing progress midway
Review all entered details carefully — most government exam applications cannot be edited after final submission
Pay the application fee online through the accepted payment methods — category-based fee waivers may apply, so check the official notification
Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page, and note your registration number for future reference
Application Fee
General: ₹500, 2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹300, SC/ST/Cat-I: Nil
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