The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced the rescheduled date for the Karnataka Administrative Services (KAS) 2024 preliminary exam. The re-examination will take place on 29th December 2024, following errors found in the previous exam’s Kannada translation, held on 27th August 2024. The exam aims to fill 384 vacancies in Groups A and B positions across various government departments in Karnataka.
Re-Examination Reason and Announcement
On 1st September 2024, the Karnataka Chief Minister announced that the KAS prelims would be rescheduled due to translation errors in the question paper. These errors caused confusion among Kannada medium students, prompting complaints from candidates. Following these issues, the officials responsible for the errors were relieved of their duties. To maintain transparency and fairness, the Chief Minister assured candidates that no stone would be left unturned to ensure a smooth and error-free re-examination process.
Main Points
KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024 – Full Details
1. Vacancy Details
The KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024 has announced a total of 384 vacancies, divided into Group A and Group B posts. Here is the detailed breakdown:
Group A Posts:
- Assistant Commissioner: 40 vacancies
- Commerce Commissioner: 41 vacancies
- Assistant Director Treasury: 2 vacancies
- Executive Officer/Assistant Secretary: 40 vacancies
- DYSP Home Administration: 9 vacancies
- Assistant Director Grade I: 20 vacancies
- Welfare Officer: 7 vacancies
Group B Posts:
- Commercial Tax Officer: 59 vacancies
- Tehsildar: 51 vacancies
- Labor Officer: 4 vacancies
- Assistant Superintendent: 3 vacancies
- Assistant Registrar: 12 vacancies
- Assistant Director: 9 vacancies
- Superintendent of Excise: 10 vacancies
- Employment Officer: 3 vacancies
- Chief Officer: 1 vacancy
- Assistant Treasurer: 46 vacancies
- Assistant Director Grade II: 7 vacancies
- KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024 – Re-Examination Date
- KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024
- KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024 – Re-Examination Application
- KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024 – Selection Process
2. Selection Process
The KPSC KAS 2024 recruitment process involves three stages:
- Preliminary Exam: The prelims will consist of two objective-type papers, each carrying 200 marks. A negative marking of 0.25 marks will be applied for every wrong answer. Candidates must clear this round to qualify for the Mains exam.
- Mains Exam: Those who pass the prelims will appear for the Mains, consisting of nine descriptive papers totaling 1,750 marks. This stage is considered the most challenging and tests the analytical and descriptive abilities of candidates.
- Interview/Document Verification: The final stage involves a personal interview worth 200 marks, followed by document verification. Candidates who successfully pass all three stages will be recruited for the respective positions.
3. Eligibility Criteria
To apply for KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Age Limit: Applicants should be between 21 to 38 years. Age relaxations are available for reserved categories.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a graduate degree. Final-year students can apply for the prelims, provided they submit their graduation mark sheets before the Mains exam.
- Language Requirement: Proficiency in Kannada is mandatory, as it is the official language of Karnataka.
Important Dates for KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 4th March 2024 |
| Application End Date | 15th April 2024 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 27th August 2024 |
| Re-examination Date | 29th December 2024 |
| Mains Exam Date | To be announced |
Application Process for Re-Examination
The application process for the KPSC KAS Re-exam is closed as of now. Candidates who registered between 4th March 2024 and 15th April 2024 are eligible to appear for the re-examination. Aspirants who missed this year’s application process should stay tuned for the next year’s notification to avoid missing out.
Exam Pattern for KPSC KAS Recruitment 2024
Preliminary Exam Pattern
- Total Marks: 400 marks (200 marks for each paper)
- Type of Questions: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
- Exam Duration: Two hours per paper
Mains Exam Pattern
- Total Marks: 1,750 marks
- Number of Papers: 9 descriptive papers
- Exam Duration: Varies between 2-3 hours depending on the paper
Preparation Tips for Aspirants
Aspiring candidates are encouraged to prepare thoroughly using mock tests, previous year papers, and study materials. Since the Mains examination is highly competitive, a structured study plan focusing on analytical and descriptive skills is crucial for success. Aspirants must pay special attention to Kannada language skills, as it plays a significant role in the recruitment process.
Exam Helpline Information:
- Contact Number: 080-44554455
- Email: kpsc@ka.nic.in
Candidates are advised to reach out to the KPSC helpline for any exam-related queries.
Website: Official KPSC Website
