KPSC Gazetted Probationers 2026–27 – Final Notification Out | 319 Vacancies

🔴 FINAL NOTIFICATION OUT

KPSC Gazetted Probationers 2026–27

Karnataka Public Service Commission has released the final notification for recruitment of Gazetted Probationers through competitive examinations.

⚠️ IMPORTANT UPDATE: Applications are invited through the online mode. Candidates should carefully read the complete notification, verify their eligibility and submit the application before the last date.

📌 KPSC KAS 2026–27 – Quick Overview

Organization Karnataka Public Service Commission
Recruitment Gazetted Probationers
Notification Date 31 July 2026
Mode of Application Online

🔥 Vacancy Details

319 Total Vacancies
297 Regular Posts
22 Backlog Posts
Group-wise vacancies
  • Group A – 117 Posts
  • Group B – 202 Posts
  • Total – 319 Posts

📅 Important Dates

Application Start Date 01-08-2026
Last Date to Apply 31-08-2026
Preliminary Examination 15-11-2026*

*The Preliminary Examination date mentioned above is tentative as stated in the notification.

🎓 Educational Qualification

Who can apply?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree awarded by a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification, as prescribed in the notification.

🎂 Age Limit

Minimum Age 21 Years
General Merit 40 Years
2A / 2B / 3A / 3B 43 Years
SC / ST / Category-1 45 Years
⭐ Special relaxation: The notification states that a one-time additional 5-year relaxation in the maximum age limit is provided for candidates participating in this selection process, subject to the notification's conditions.

💰 Application Fee

Category Fee
General Merit ₹600
2A / 2B / 3A / 3B ₹300
Ex-Servicemen ₹50
SC / ST / Category-1 / Persons with Disabilities Fee Exemption

📝 Preliminary Examination Pattern

📘 Paper 1
Questions 100
Marks 200
Duration 2 Hours
📗 Paper 2
Questions 100
Marks 200
Duration 2 Hours
Prelims Total:
2 Papers × 200 Marks = 400 Marks

Each paper contains 100 objective-type questions. Each question carries 2 marks.
⚠️ Negative Marking

For an incorrect answer, one-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to that question is deducted. If a question is left unanswered, there is no penalty.

📚 Preliminary Syllabus – At a Glance

Paper I includes:
  • National & International Current Affairs
  • Indian History with special emphasis on Karnataka
  • Indian National Movement
  • World Geography
  • Indian Geography with focus on Karnataka
  • Indian Political System
  • Economic development and social issues
Paper II includes:
  • State Current Affairs
  • Karnataka Government Programmes
  • General Science & Technology
  • Environment & Ecology
  • Health and Biodiversity
  • Climate Change
  • General Mental Ability
  • Logical & Analytical Reasoning
  • Decision Making
  • Problem Solving
  • Data Interpretation

🏆 KAS Main Examination Pattern

Qualifying Papers
Kannada 150 Marks
English 150 Marks

Minimum 35% (52.5 marks) is required in each qualifying paper.

Compulsory Papers
Essay 250
General Studies 1 250
General Studies 2 250
General Studies 3 250
General Studies 4 250
Written Examination 1250 Marks
Personality Test 25 Marks
Total 1275 Marks
Paper Duration 3 Hours
📌 Important: The Kannada and English papers are qualifying in nature. Their marks are not counted for selection merit. Candidates must secure the prescribed minimum marks in both papers to become eligible for the Personality Test and selection.

💻 How to Apply Online

Visit the KPSC online application portal.
Complete the One Time Registration (OTR).
Create/update your applicant profile carefully.
Login and select the "Apply to Post" option.
Select the Gazetted Probationers notification.
Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment methods.
Submit the application and download/save the acknowledgement for future reference.

🚨 Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Read the complete official notification before applying.
  • Check your age and educational qualification carefully.
  • Upload clear and valid documents.
  • Verify every detail before final submission.
  • After submission, corrections may not be accepted except as specifically provided by the Commission.
  • Do not wait until the last day to submit the application or pay the fee.
  • Keep your application/acknowledgement safely for future use.

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IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION ALERT

Karnataka Public Service Commission
🔴 IMPORTANT UPDATE

KPSC Gazetted Probationers 2026–27

Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released an important press note regarding the Gazetted Probationers 2026–27 recruitment.

⚠️ Candidates Attention:
Candidates interested in the KPSC Gazetted Probationers recruitment should carefully check the official notification, eligibility conditions, important dates, examination pattern and application instructions before applying.
ORGANIZATION Karnataka Public Service Commission
RECRUITMENT Gazetted Probationers
YEAR 2026–27
PRESS NOTE DATE 13-08-2026
📌 Important: Do not rely only on social media information. Read the complete official notification and verify all eligibility requirements and dates before submitting your application.
📖 Read the Complete Notification Below Check eligibility, vacancies, important dates, selection process, syllabus and application details.