Even though all three stages of KAS exam have some similarities in topics of KAS syllabus, they have completely different KPSC exam pattern.
The main question that raises for KAS prelims is ‘Does KAS prelims have negative marking?’
Yes, negative marking is applicable for wrong answers in prelims.
KAS negative marking scheme: every wrong answer, the commission will deduct 1/4th of the marks allotted to that specific question.
| Subjects | No of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies related to National and International importance | 40 | 80 | 2Hrs |
| Humanities | 60 | 120 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
| General studies related to state importance | 40 | 80 | 2Hrs |
| General science & technology environment & ecology | 30 | 60 | |
| General Mental Ability | 30 | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
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| Qualifying Papers | Language | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kannada | 150 | 2Hrs | |
| English | 150 | 2Hrs |
| Papers | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Essay ( 2Nos. 125 each) | 250 | 3Hrs |
| Paper 2 | General studies 1 | 250 | 3Hrs |
| Paper 3 | General studies 2 | 250 | 3Hrs |
| Paper 4 | General studies 3 | 250 | 3Hrs |
| Paper 5 | General studies 4 | 250 | 3Hrs |
| Paper 6 | KAS Optional subject paper 1 | 250 | 3Hrs |
| Paper 7 | KAS Optional subject paper 2 | 250 | 3Hrs |
| Total (Written exam) | 1750 Marks | ||
| KAS Personality Test | 200 Marks |
| Grand Total (Mains + Interview) | 1950 Marks |
