KPSC Prelims (KPSC (Karnataka Public Service Commission) — Preliminary General Studies) — Free Online Mock Test

KPSC Prelims exam at a glance

KPSC Prelims key facts & eligibility

Who is eligible for KPSC Prelims?

A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university; age limits and attempt limits with category relaxations per Karnataka rules, and knowledge of Kannada is expected for the service.

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

KPSC Prelims section breakdown

The KPSC 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.

• Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q)
  15 questions · 14 minutes · ~56 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 (22 Q)
  22 questions · 24 minutes · ~65 sec/question
• Reasoning (15 Q)
  15 questions · 14 minutes · ~56 sec/question

KPSC Prelims scoring & marking scheme

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

Scale: KPSC Prelims (out of 100).

How KPSC 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.

KPSC 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:

• Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q)
  Target ~56 sec/question. If a question takes more than 84 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 (22 Q)
  Target ~65 sec/question. If a question takes more than 98 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.

KPSC Prelims topics covered

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

Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q)

• GK-KA — Economy · 4
• GK-KA — Environment · 4
• GK-KA — Polity · 3
• GK-KA — Culture · 3
• GK-KA — History · 1

General Studies (30 Q)

• S&T — Digital · 2
• S&T — Health · 2
• Polity — Parliament · 2
• S&T — Space · 1
• S&T — Nuclear · 1
• States — UP · 1
• States — Bihar · 1
• States — Maharashtra · 1

Current Affairs (18 Q)

• Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 18

Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q)

• Quant — Number System · 9
• Quant — Number Series · 7
• Quant — Algebra · 6

Reasoning (15 Q)

• Reasoning — Analogy · 7
• Reasoning — Number Logic · 3
• Reasoning — Classification · 3
• Reasoning — Cubes · 2

KPSC Prelims difficulty calibration

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

KPSC Preliminary exam practice (Karnataka Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Karnataka 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 KPSC Prelims bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).

How Wrexa Edge prepares you for KPSC Prelims

• Real test-day interface
  Our nta skin mirrors the actual KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims mock starts in under a minute.

Expert take: what KPSC Prelims really tests

The KPSC KAS (Gazetted Probationers) Prelims is a two-paper, 400-mark OMR screening test covering general studies (national and Karnataka-state) plus mental ability, with 1/4 negative marking. Both papers count toward the cut-off, and Prelims marks don’t count toward final selection.

KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims can take you

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

• Karnataka services
  KAS — Deputy Collector/Assistant Commissioner, DySP, Tahsildar.
• State civil services
  Gateway to KPSC Gazetted Probationers recruitment.

Best books & official prep for KPSC Prelims

• Official notification & syllabus — KPSC
  On kpsc.kar.nic.in.

Official practice: KPSC publishes the notification and syllabus on kpsc.kar.nic.in.

Previous-year papers: KPSC previous-year papers are widely available.

Frequently asked questions

What is the KPSC Prelims exam pattern?

KPSC (Karnataka Public Service Commission) — Preliminary General Studies contains 100 questions across 5 sections: Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q), Reasoning (15 Q). Total duration is 94 minutes (about 56 seconds per question).

Does KPSC Prelims have negative marking?

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

How is KPSC Prelims scored?

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

How can I practise KPSC Prelims online for free?

Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims?

KPSC 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. KPSC Preliminary exam practice (Karnataka Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Karnataka 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 KPSC Prelims exam?

KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims?

KPSC Prelims is split into: Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q), Reasoning (15 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. KPSC Preliminary exam practice (Karnataka Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Karnataka 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 KPSC Prelims?

No special tools are required.

Is the KPSC Prelims test adaptive?

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

How many KPSC Prelims mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?

Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims test series 2026?

Yes. The Wrexa Edge KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims previous year question–style papers included?

Every KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims mock test online?

Wrexa Edge's KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims mock test on mobile?

Yes. KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims syllabus?

The KPSC Prelims syllabus maps to its 5 sections: Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (22 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 KPSC Prelims?

Eligibility for KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.

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

Official KPSC 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 KPSC Prelims mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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