KPSC - KARNATAKA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

ABOUT KPSC

The KPSC (Karnataka Public Service Commission) exam is a competitive examination conducted by the Karnataka Public Service Commission, which is the state-level recruiting agency for various government jobs in the state of Karnataka, India. The KPSC conducts examinations for recruiting candidates for various state government departments and services.

Information about the KPSC Exam and who can take it

  • Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens.

  • Age: The age eligibility varies depending on the specific service and post for which a candidate is applying. Age relaxations are provided for candidates belonging to certain categories like SC/ST, OBC, and others.

  • Educational Qualification: Candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. The educational qualification required may vary depending on the specific job and department.
The KPSC conducts various exams for different services and posts in the Karnataka state government. Some of the popular exams conducted by KPSC include:

  • KAS (Karnataka Administrative Service) Exam: This is a prestigious exam for recruitment to various administrative positions in the Karnataka state government. It is similar to the UPSC Civil Services Exam but at the state level.

  • FDA (First Division Assistant) and SDA (Second Division Assistant) Exam: These exams are conducted for clerical and assistant positions in the state government. Group A, B, C, and D Exams: KPSC conducts exams for recruitment to various groups of services, including technical, non-technical, and other specialized posts.

Exam Pattern

The pattern of the KPSC (Karnataka Public Service Commission) exams can vary depending on the specific examination being conducted. KPSC conducts a wide range of exams for various government services and posts in the state of Karnataka. The exam pattern may include different stages and formats, but here is a general overview of the typical pattern for KPSC exams:

Some KPSC exams, such as the Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS) Exam, may have a preliminary examination as the first stage.

The preliminary exam is usually an objective type (multiple-choice questions) paper.

It serves as a screening test to shortlist candidates for the main examination.

The topics covered in the preliminary exam generally include current affairs, general knowledge, and specific subject areas relevant to the particular service or post.

Candidates who qualify the preliminary exam (if applicable) proceed to the main examination.

The main examination typically consists of multiple papers, and the format may vary depending on the specific exam.

The main exam papers may include essay-type questions, descriptive questions, or a combination of both.

The subjects and topics covered in the main examination papers are specific to the service or post for which the exam is being conducted. For example, the KAS Mains exam covers a wide range of subjects such as History, Geography, Polity, and Ethics.

After the main examination, candidates are usually called for an interview or personality test.

The interview assesses the candidate’s knowledge, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and suitability for the specific service.

The interview panel may consist of experts and members of the Karnataka Public Service Commission.

The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the main examination and the interview.

The weightage given to each stage of the selection process may vary depending on the exam.

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