The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released the KPSC KAS Notification 2025 to recruit eligible candidates for various prestigious Group A and Group B posts under Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS). This is an excellent opportunity for aspirants seeking high-ranking government positions across Karnataka’s administrative departments. The notification includes all crucial details such as eligibility, post-wise vacancies, salary structure, application process, important dates, and syllabus.

KPSC KAS Notification 2025 Apply latest vacancy salary syllabus exam date admit card details

OrganizationKarnataka Public Service Commission- KPSC
Vacancy nameKarnataka Administrative Services Exam KAS
No of vacancy384
Age limit21-38 years general
KPSC KAS SalaryRs. 35,000-65,000/-
Official websiteWww.kpsc.kar.nic.in
Location typeKarnataka govt jobs 

 

KPSC KAS 2024 vacancy details:

Karnataka Public Service Commission- KPSC releases various recruitment notifications every year to fill up vacant positions, this year 2024 going to fill Karnataka Administrative Services Exam KAS vacancy to operate organization activities normally.

Post NamevacancyEligibility
KAS384+

Group A – 159

Group B -225

Education: degree

Age Limit: 21-38 years

Age relaxation as per

KPSC recruitment rules*

Salary: Rs. 35,000-65,000/- Per Month

KPSC KAS Notification 2024 Important Dates
EventsDates 
KPSC KAS Notification 202429 February 2024
KPSC KAS Application Process begins4 March 2024
KPSC KAS’s last Date to apply15 April 2024
Last date to pay the fee15 April 2024
KPSC KAS Admit Card Release DateReleased
KPSC KAS Prelims Exam Date29 December 2024
KPSC KAS 2024 Mains exam dateMay 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 9th, 2025

KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024 notification vacancy group a b

Notification Dates & links KPSC KAS 2024 vacancy Application last date * (tentative)

In this section, candidates can click on KPSC advertisement link to download the pdf version notification by KPSC. For online application at kpsc.kar.nic.in candidates have direct access to Karnataka Administrative Services Exam online job application portal. The KPSC KAS 2024 admit card & exam date notice links available above.

 

eventdatelink
KPSC KAS Mains admit cardMay 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 9th, 2025     KPSC Hall ticket 2025
 KAS Official Notification 2024Apply start date

04-03-2024

Notification pdf   
KAS application fromLast date

03-04-2024

KPSC apply form
KAS exam date 2024Exam date

25th August 2024

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KPSC KAS Prelims Exam Pattern

PapersTopicsMarks
Paper IGeneral Studies40
Humanities (Indian Constitution, History and Geography  Economy)60
Paper IIGeneral Studies (State)40
Science & Technology, Environment & Ecology30
General Mental Ability30
Duration2 hrs
negative marks0.25 marks

KPSC KAS Exam Pattern 2024 for Mains

The Mains exam comprises 9 papers featuring descriptive-type questions, including essays. There is no penalty for incorrect answers, and candidates can obtain a maximum of 1750 marks.

PaperDurationMarks
English2 hours150 (35% Qualifying Criteria)
Kannada2 hours150 (35% Qualifying Criteria)
Paper 1 – Essay3 hours250
Paper 2 – General Studies 13 hours250
Paper 3 – General Studies 23 hours250
Paper 4 – General Studies 33 hours250
Paper 5 – General Studies 43 hours250
Paper 6 – Optional Paper 13 hours250
Paper 7 – Optional Paper 23 hours250

KPSC KAS Syllabus for Prelims

Candidates can check the below table for the KPSC KAS Syllabus for the prelims exam. There are 2 Papers in KPSC KAS Prelims Exam.

ExamSyllabus
Paper-1
  • General Studies
  • Current Affairs of National & International Importance.
  • Humanities
  • Indian History
  • Indian and World Geography
  • Indian Polity and Economic
Paper-2
  • General Studies
  • Current Affairs of State and Local Importance
  • Important State Government Schemes
  • General Science & Technology
  • Broad Understanding
  • Contemporary issues/developments and implications.
  • Environment and Ecology.
  • Understanding of issues on biodiversity, climate change, ecology, and health with no subject
  • specialization.
  • General Mental Ability
  • Basic numeracy
  • Data interpretation
  • Logical reasoning and analytical ability
  • Comprehension

KPSC KAS Syllabus for Mains

ExamSyllabus
Paper-1 English
  • Comprehension
  • Precis
  • Usage
  • Vocabulary
  • Short Essay
  • Communication
Paper-2 Kannada
  • Comprehension
  • Precis
  • Usage
  • Vocabulary
  • Short Essay
  • Communication
Paper-3 Essay
  • Two essays in Kannada/ English
  • Essay 1: Topic of National/ International Issues
  • Essay: Topic of State/ Local Issues
Paper-4 General Studies I
  • History and Cultural Heritage of India & Karnataka
  • Cultural Heritage of India
  • Modern History of India (beginning of the 19th century onwards)
  • Kadambas – Hoysalas
  • The Vijaynagar Empire
  • Modern Mysore
  • Karnataka Freedom Movement and Unification
  • Political and Social Perspective
  • Post-Independence Karnataka
  • Social Change & Modernisation
  • Political System and Government
  • Decentralization of Power
  • Socio-economic system
  • Rural social system and development
  • Planning, Indian Economy, Rural Development- Data Collection, Analysis and Interpretation
  • Indian Economy
  • India & International Economic Relations
  • Development Patterns
  • Planning and planning goals
  • Decentralization
  • Rural Development Initiatives
  • Data Collection Analysis & Interpretation
Paper-5 General Studies II
  • Physical Features and Natural Resources
  • Lithosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere
  • Continental physiography and demographic distribution
  • Indian Physiography
  • Industrial Planning & Development
  • Physiographic divisions (Karnataka)
  • Urban land-use policy and Urbanisation (Karnataka)
  • Overview of the Indian Constitution
  • Nature of the Indian Constitution
  • Fundamental Rights
  • Distribution of Powers (Legislative)
  • Unicameral and Bicameral legislatures
  • Important Amendments
  • Welfare machinery in India
  • Union and State services
  • Public Administration and Management – International Relations
  • Public and Private Administration
  • Organization structure
  • Organizational behavior and concepts of management
  • Informal and formal organization
  • Management techniques and tools
  • Administrative Reforms
  • UN and Specialised agencies
Paper-6 General Studies III
  • Role/ impact of Science & Technology in Indian Development, Information Technology in Public Domain
  • Basics of Science and Tech
  • Space Tech & Science
  • Energy Resources
  • Disasters, Pollution, and Pests
  • Related Perception
  • Knowledge society
  • Rural Upliftment and Science & Tech
  • Advancement and Modern Trends in Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, Agricultural Science
  • Sericulture and Horticulture
  • Biotechnology initiatives
  • Animal Husbandry (dairy, fishery and veterinary sciences)
  • Development policies (Agriculture), programs and trade
  • Hygiene & Health
  • Challenges and Issues in Development on Environment & Ecology
  • Environment Conservation
  • Natural Resources
  • Biodiversity & Ecosystem
  • Solid Waste Management & Environmental Pollution
  • Role of Information Tech in Environment and Human Health
  • State-community-civil society interface
Paper-7 General Studies IV
  • Ethics
  • Determinants, Essence, and Consequences
  • Ethics in public administration accountability and ethical governance
  • RTI and Concept of Public Ser
  • vice
  • Human values
  • Integrity
  • Impartiality, Integrity, objectivity, and non-partisanship
  • Aptitude
  • Aptitude and foundational values for civil service
  • Emotional intelligence and contribution of social thinkers
  • Case studies of the above issues.
Paper- 8
  • Option Paper 1 (Given Below)
Paper- 9
  • Option Paper 2 (Given Below)

Candidates have the option to choose from the following subjects for the optional papers:

  • Agriculture, marketing, sericulture, and agriculture cooperation
  • Animal husbandry, fisheries, and veterinary sciences
  • Anthropology
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Commerce and Accountancy
  • Economics
  • Electrical engineering
  • geography
  • geology
  • History
  • Law
  • Management
  • mathematics
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Physics
  • Political science and International relations
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration
  • Sociology
  • Statistics
  • Zoology
  • Rural development and cooperation
  • Literature in any 1: English, Hindi, Kannada, or Urdu.

KPSC KAS 2025 – Post-Wise Vacancy and Eligibility

Post NameVacancies (Expected)Eligibility Criteria
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)[To be announced]Education: Graduate degree in any field
Age Limit: 21 to 35 years (Relaxations for SC/ST/OBC)
Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹98,400/month
Assistant Commissioner (AC)[To be announced]Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Age Limit: 21 to 35 years
Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹98,400/month
Tahsildar[To be announced]Education: Graduation from recognized institution
Age Limit: 21 to 35 years
Salary: ₹43,100 – ₹83,900/month
Other Group A & B posts[To be announced]Education: Graduation in any stream
Age Limit: 21 to 35 years
Salary: ₹52,650 – ₹97,100/month

The KPSC KAS Notification 2025 outlines clear eligibility criteria. All candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. The general age limit is 21 to 35 years, with upper age relaxation for OBC, SC/ST, and other reserved categories. Salaries vary by post, typically ranging from ₹43,100 to ₹98,400 per month, depending on the rank and department.

KPSC KAS 2025 – Important Dates

EventDate (Tentative)
KPSC KAS Notification Release[Expected Soon]
Online Application Start Date[To be announced]
Last Date to Apply Online[To be announced]
Admit Card Release[Before exam date]
KPSC KAS Preliminary Exam[Tentative month/year]
KPSC KAS Mains Exam[To be scheduled later]

Candidates aspiring to appear for KPSC KAS recruitment 2025 should monitor the official website for updates on the application schedule and examination dates. Apply early to avoid last-minute issues.

KPSC KAS 2025 – Important Links

DescriptionLink
KPSC Official Websitekpsc.kar.nic.in
Apply Online for KAS 2025Click Here
Download Official NotificationClick Here
KAS Syllabus & Exam PatternView Details
Frequently Asked QuestionsCheck FAQs

KPSC KAS 2025 – Application Process

To apply for KPSC KAS Notification 2025, candidates must follow the steps outlined below:

  1. Visit the official KPSC portal: kpsc.kar.nic.in

  2. Register with valid email and contact details.

  3. Fill out the online KAS application form with accurate information.

  4. Upload necessary documents, photographs, and signature.

  5. Pay the application fee online as per your category.

  6. Submit and download the application form for future reference.

The KPSC KAS recruitment 2025 application process is entirely online. Ensure all documents meet the specified format and size before submission.

KPSC KAS 2025 – Syllabus & Exam Pattern

The selection process for KPSC KAS Notification 2025 consists of:

  • Preliminary Examination: Objective-type questions based on General Studies and Aptitude.

  • Mains Examination: Descriptive type written examination covering Kannada, English, General Studies, and Optional subjects.

  • Interview/Personality Test: For candidates shortlisted after mains.

The syllabus includes topics such as Indian Constitution, History, Economy, Geography of Karnataka, Current Affairs, and Logical Reasoning. It’s essential for candidates to refer to the official syllabus PDF for in-depth preparation.


FAQs – KPSC KAS Notification 2025

Q1. What is the KPSC KAS Notification 2025 about?
A1. It is a recruitment notice for Group A and B administrative posts under Karnataka Public Service Commission.

Q2. What is the age limit for KPSC KAS 2025?
A2. The age limit is 21 to 35 years, with age relaxations for reserved categories.

Q3. What is the educational qualification for KAS exam?
A3. A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required.

Q4. What is the salary for KPSC KAS posts?
A4. Salaries range from ₹43,100 to ₹98,400 per month depending on the position.

Q5. How can I apply for KPSC KAS Notification 2025?
A5. You can apply online by visiting the official KPSC website and following the registration and application process.

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