JKPSC Prelims (JKPSC (Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission) — Preliminary General Studies) — Free Online Mock Test

JKPSC Prelims exam at a glance

JKPSC Prelims key facts & eligibility

Who is eligible for JKPSC Prelims?

A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university; age limits with category relaxations and J&K domicile rules for the UT quota.

Last verified August 2026 against JKPSC (official), Drishti IAS — JKPSC exam pattern. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

JKPSC Prelims section breakdown

The JKPSC Prelims mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.

• Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge (7 Q)
  7 questions · 14 minutes · ~120 sec/question
• General Studies (30 Q)
  30 questions · 27 minutes · ~54 sec/question
• Current Affairs (18 Q)
  18 questions · 15 minutes · ~50 sec/question
• Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q)
  30 questions · 24 minutes · ~48 sec/question
• Reasoning (15 Q)
  15 questions · 14 minutes · ~56 sec/question

JKPSC Prelims scoring & marking scheme

Strategy: JKPSC Prelims has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.

Scale: JKPSC Prelims (out of 100).

How JKPSC Prelims is conducted

• Mode
  Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
• Test format
  Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
• Backtracking
  Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
• Mark for review
  Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.

JKPSC Prelims time strategy

With 100 questions in 94 minutes, you have about 56 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:

• Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge (7 Q)
  Target ~120 sec/question. If a question takes more than 180 seconds, mark for review and move on.
• General Studies (30 Q)
  Target ~54 sec/question. If a question takes more than 81 seconds, mark for review and move on.
• Current Affairs (18 Q)
  Target ~50 sec/question. If a question takes more than 75 seconds, mark for review and move on.
• Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q)
  Target ~48 sec/question. If a question takes more than 72 seconds, mark for review and move on.
• Reasoning (15 Q)
  Target ~56 sec/question. If a question takes more than 84 seconds, mark for review and move on.

Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.

JKPSC Prelims topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of JKPSC Prelims, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge (7 Q)

• GK-JK — Polity · 2
• GK-JK — Geography · 2
• GK-JK — Economy · 1
• GK-JK — Rivers · 1
• GK-JK — Culture · 1

General Studies (30 Q)

• S&T — Health · 2
• Polity — Parliament · 2
• Polity — Judiciary · 2
• States — UP · 1
• States — Bihar · 1
• States — Maharashtra · 1
• States — TN · 1
• States — WB · 1

Current Affairs (18 Q)

• Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 18

Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q)

• Quant — Algebra · 6
• Quant — Ages · 5
• Quant — Data Interpretation · 5
• Quant — Boats & Streams · 5
• Quant — Number Series · 3
• Quant — Mixtures · 3
• Quant — Partnership · 2
• Quant — Pipes & Cisterns · 1

Reasoning (15 Q)

• Reasoning — Blood Relations · 5
• Reasoning — Directions · 4
• Reasoning — Syllogism · 4
• Reasoning — Series · 2

JKPSC Prelims difficulty calibration

Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.

JKPSC Preliminary exam practice (Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge, Indian Polity, History & Culture, Current Affairs and Aptitude. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. English medium. · Official language: English & Hindi.

Verified content — Wrexa Edge's JKPSC Prelims bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).

How Wrexa Edge prepares you for JKPSC Prelims

• Real test-day interface
  Our nta skin mirrors the actual JKPSC Prelims testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
• 50 distinct variants
  5000 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
• Detailed analytics
  Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
• Spaced repetition (Notebook)
  Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
• Optional proctoring
  Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
• Free to start
  No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first JKPSC Prelims mock starts in under a minute.

Expert take: what JKPSC Prelims really tests

The JKPSC Combined Competitive Examination for the Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Service (KAS/JKAS) is a three-stage process (Prelims → Mains → interview). Its Prelims is a two-paper, 400-mark OMR objective screen with a 33% qualifying CSAT paper and roughly 1/3 negative marking. Jammu & Kashmir has been a Union Territory since 2019.

JKPSC Prelims study plan

A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.

Where JKPSC Prelims can take you

A strong JKPSC Prelims result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

• J&K services
  JKAS/KAS Deputy Collector-type posts, J&K Police (DSP) and allied cadres.
• UT civil services
  Gateway to the JKPSC Combined Competitive Examination.

Best books & official prep for JKPSC Prelims

• Official notification & syllabus — JKPSC
  On jkpsc.nic.in; J&K-specific GK.

Official practice: JKPSC publishes the notification and syllabus on jkpsc.nic.in.

Previous-year papers: JKPSC previous-year papers are available for practice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the JKPSC Prelims exam pattern?

JKPSC (Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission) — Preliminary General Studies contains 100 questions across 5 sections: Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge (7 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q), Reasoning (15 Q). Total duration is 94 minutes (about 56 seconds per question).

Does JKPSC Prelims have negative marking?

No — JKPSC Prelims has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.

How is JKPSC Prelims scored?

Scaled score range: 0 to 100. JKPSC Prelims (out of 100).

How can I practise JKPSC Prelims online for free?

Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length JKPSC Prelims mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.

What is the difficulty level of JKPSC Prelims?

JKPSC Prelims is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. JKPSC Preliminary exam practice (Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge, Indian Polity, History & Culture, Current Affairs and Aptitude. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. English medium. · Official language: English & Hindi.

How long is the JKPSC Prelims exam?

JKPSC Prelims runs for 94 minutes total across 5 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.

What topics are covered in JKPSC Prelims?

JKPSC Prelims is split into: Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge (7 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q), Reasoning (15 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. JKPSC Preliminary exam practice (Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge, Indian Polity, History & Culture, Current Affairs and Aptitude. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. English medium. · Official language: English & Hindi.

What tools or aids are allowed during JKPSC Prelims?

No special tools are required.

Is the JKPSC Prelims test adaptive?

No — JKPSC Prelims is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.

How many JKPSC Prelims mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?

Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct JKPSC Prelims variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.

Is there a free JKPSC Prelims test series 2026?

Yes. The Wrexa Edge JKPSC Prelims test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.

Are JKPSC Prelims previous year question–style papers included?

Every JKPSC Prelims mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.

Which is the best free JKPSC Prelims mock test online?

Wrexa Edge's JKPSC Prelims mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.

Can I take the JKPSC Prelims mock test on mobile?

Yes. JKPSC Prelims mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.

What is the JKPSC Prelims syllabus?

The JKPSC Prelims syllabus maps to its 5 sections: Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge (7 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q), Reasoning (15 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.

What is the eligibility for JKPSC Prelims?

Eligibility for JKPSC Prelims — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic JKPSC Prelims practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.

When is the JKPSC Prelims exam and how should I prepare?

Official JKPSC Prelims exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free JKPSC Prelims mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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