Karnataka Public Service Commission has released the notification about the prelims exam. From the notification, it is expected that the KPSC KAS prelims exam 2024 will be conducted on 5 May 2024. After the prelims exam, candidates should go through the mains exam, and then the final selection of candidates is made for vacant posts. There are 386 vacancies released by KPSC for group A and group B posts, for which many candidates take part in the application process. Candidates who fill out their applications online for the KPSC KAS 2024 exam are suggested to stay updated about exam details.
The official syllabus pdf has been released on the official website. It is suggested to candidates to start their exam preparation earlier and follow the latest syllabus. It is suggested to applicants to cover all important topics mentioned in syllabus, and prepared well for their KAS 2024 exam. If you are also one who fills out the applications for the KPSC KAS 2024 exam or will appear in this exam, then you should follow the latest syllabus and prepare yourself as an expert.
KPSC KAS Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2024
KPSC released the syllabus pdf on its website to help candidates follow the latest syllabus, cover all important topics, and prepare well for their exams. As the KPSC KAS prelims exam 2024 is scheduled to be conducted on 5 May, the exam patterns have also been released.
| Exam Conducting Body | The Karnataka Public Service Commission |
| Exam Name | KPSC KAS Exam 2024 |
| Prelims Exam Date 2024 | 5 May 2024 |
| Category | Syllabus & Exam Pattern |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Interview |
| Official website | https://kpsc.kar.nic.in/ |
KPSC KAS 2024 exam pattern
According to the KAS 2024 exam pattern, there are two papers conducted by the authority: prelims and mains. The candidates need to go through these papers to qualify for it. The prelims and mains exams are conducted offline. The paper consists of objective-type questions. Both papers comprise 200 marks each. Every correct answer attempt by the candidate gets 2 marks. Wrong answer attempt by candidate can deduct 0.25 marks. Let’s have a look at the detailed KPSC KAS 2024 prelims and mains exam pattern.
KAS Prelims exam pattern 2024
To learn about the KPSC KAS prelims Exam Pattern, you should look here.
- The exam comprises the 2 papers.
- KAS 2024 prelims exam has been conducted in offline mode
- There are objective-type questions asked in this exam
- The candidate gets 2 marks on every correct answer
- 0.25 marks are deducted on every wrong answer attempt by a candidate
- Both papers are of 200 marks each
| Paper 1 | No. Of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| General Studies | 40 | 80 | 2 hours |
| Humanities | 60 | 120 |
| Paper 2 | No. Of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| General Studies | 40 | 80 | 2 hours |
| Science and Technology, Environment, and Ecology | 30 | 60 | |
| General Mental Ability | 30 | 60 |
KAS Mains Exam Pattern 2024
KAS Mains exam comprise the 9 papers, in which descriptive type questions, include essays are asked by candidates. There is no negative marking in this exam
| Paper | Duration | Marks |
| English | 2 hours | 150 (35% Qualifying Criteria) |
| Kannada | 2 hours | 150 (35% Qualifying Criteria) |
| Paper 1 – Essay | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper 2 – General Studies 1 | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper 3 – General Studies 2 | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper 4 – General Studies 3 | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper 5 – General Studies 4 | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper 6 – Optional Paper 1 | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper 7 – Optional Paper 2 | 3 hours | 250 |
KAS Syllabus 2024
KAS syllabus for both prelims and mains exam are released by authority. The syllabus and included topics are different for both papers. It is important for candidates to prepare for their exam well and cover all topics of the prelims and mains exam syllabus. KPSC KAS prelims exam 2024 consists of 2 papers. Each paper comprises 200 marks. The KAS mains exam 2024 consists of 9 papers, for a total of 1750 marks.
KAS prelims exam syllabus 2024
| 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 Scheme 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 |
KAS Mains Syllabus 2024
| 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 2: 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 PowerSocio-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 Service 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 |
| Paper 9 | Option Paper 2 |
