KPSC KAS (Karnataka Administrative Service) — Free Online Mock Test
Karnataka Administrative Service · State Civil Services Prelims · GS Paper 1 (150 Q · 2h) + CSAT Paper 2 (100 Q · 2h). Negative 1/3. Polity, history, economy, current affairs, state-specific GK. · Official language: English & Hindi.
KPSC KAS exam at a glance
KPSC KAS full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length KPSC KAS mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 250-question, 240-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
KPSC KAS key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC). |
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| Official website | kpsc.kar.nic.in ↗ |
| Mode | A three-stage selection (Gazetted Probationers / KAS) — a Preliminary objective test (screening), a descriptive Mains, and an Interview. |
| Frequency | Notified when vacancies arise. |
| Scoring & marking | The Preliminary has two objective papers — Paper 1 and Paper 2 (General Studies, general science & technology, and general mental ability at 10th–12th standard) — each 200 marks over 2 hours, with 1/4 (0.25) negative marking. It is a screening stage. The Mains is descriptive, followed by an Interview. |
| Score validity | Each recruitment cycle is separate; qualifying applies to that notification. |
| Language | Kannada and English. |
Who is eligible for KPSC KAS?
A degree from a recognised university and Indian citizenship; age and attempt limits apply per category.
Last verified July 2026 against KPSC — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
KPSC KAS section breakdown
The KPSC KAS 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.
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General Studies (150 Q)
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CSAT (100 Q)
KPSC KAS scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: KPSC KAS penalises wrong answers (-0.66 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.
Scale: KPSC KAS Prelims.
How KPSC KAS is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
KPSC KAS time strategy
With 250 questions in 240 minutes, you have about 58 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- General Studies (150 Q)
- CSAT (100 Q)
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 KAS topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of KPSC KAS, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
General Studies (150 Q)
- Indian Polity · 40
- Indian History · 35
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 30
- General Knowledge · 25
- Banking & Economy · 20
CSAT (100 Q)
- Reading — Vaccines · 6
- Reading — Neural Networks · 5
- Reading — Plate Tectonics · 5
- Reading — Photosynthesis · 5
- Reading — Trade History · 4
- Reading — Industrialisation · 4
- Reading — Marine Biology · 3
- Reading — Stoicism · 3
KPSC KAS difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Karnataka Administrative Service · State Civil Services Prelims · GS Paper 1 (150 Q · 2h) + CSAT Paper 2 (100 Q · 2h). Negative 1/3. Polity, history, economy, current affairs, state-specific GK. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's KPSC KAS bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for KPSC KAS
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what KPSC KAS really tests
KPSC KAS follows the UPSC-style three-stage pattern, but its Prelims has a distinctive marking rule — 1/4 (0.25) negative marking rather than the more common 1/3 — across two objective papers. As with every state PSC, Karnataka-specific general knowledge (history, geography, polity and culture) is disproportionately rewarded, so state content plus disciplined, accurate answering is the winning combination.
Preparation tips
- Study Karnataka-specific GK deeply — it recurs across Prelims and Mains.
- Mind the 1/4 negative marking; accuracy matters across both Prelims papers.
- Use previous-year papers to calibrate to KPSC’s depth and style.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Neglecting Karnataka-specific content in favour of only national GK.
- Guessing carelessly and losing marks to the 0.25 negative marking.
KPSC KAS 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.
- Build the GS base from state-board textbooks and NCERTs
- Study Karnataka history, geography, polity and culture (heavily weighted)
- Start daily current affairs with a Karnataka and national focus
- Solve KPSC KAS previous-year papers and take sectional tests
- Mind the 1/4 negative marking — build accuracy across both papers
- Consolidate general science, technology and mental ability
- Practise descriptive answer-writing for the Mains papers
- Deepen Karnataka-specific and GS content
- Prepare for the interview around your background and Karnataka affairs
Where KPSC KAS can take you
A strong KPSC KAS result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Karnataka administrative service
- Gazetted probationer
- State government posts
- Public administration career
Best books & official prep for KPSC KAS
- Karnataka state-board textbooks + NCERTs — Various
- Karnataka-specific GK — Various
- General Studies & current affairs manual — Various
- KPSC KAS previous-year papers — KPSC
Official practice: KPSC publishes the syllabus and notifications; Karnataka-specific GK and previous-year papers are the highest-yield preparation, and mind the 1/4 negative marking.
Previous-year papers: KPSC releases past papers — the closest guide to the real exam.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the KPSC KAS exam pattern?
- Karnataka Administrative Service contains 250 questions across 2 sections: General Studies (150 Q), CSAT (100 Q). Total duration is 240 minutes (about 58 seconds per question).
- Does KPSC KAS have negative marking?
- Yes — KPSC KAS carries negative marking of -0.66 per wrong answer and 2 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is KPSC KAS scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 400. KPSC KAS Prelims.
- How can I practise KPSC KAS online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length KPSC KAS mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of KPSC KAS?
- KPSC KAS is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Karnataka Administrative Service · State Civil Services Prelims · GS Paper 1 (150 Q · 2h) + CSAT Paper 2 (100 Q · 2h). Negative 1/3. Polity, history, economy, current affairs, state-specific GK. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the KPSC KAS exam?
- KPSC KAS runs for 240 minutes total across 2 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 KAS?
- KPSC KAS is split into: General Studies (150 Q), CSAT (100 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Karnataka Administrative Service · State Civil Services Prelims · GS Paper 1 (150 Q · 2h) + CSAT Paper 2 (100 Q · 2h). Negative 1/3. Polity, history, economy, current affairs, state-specific GK. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during KPSC KAS?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the KPSC KAS test adaptive?
- No — KPSC KAS is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many KPSC KAS mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct KPSC KAS variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 12500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free KPSC KAS test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge KPSC KAS test series for 2026 gives you 3 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 KAS previous year question–style papers included?
- Every KPSC KAS mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 250-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free KPSC KAS mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's KPSC KAS mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the KPSC KAS mock test on mobile?
- Yes. KPSC KAS 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 KAS syllabus?
- The KPSC KAS syllabus maps to its 2 sections: General Studies (150 Q), CSAT (100 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 KAS?
- A degree from a recognised university and Indian citizenship; age and attempt limits apply per category. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic KPSC KAS practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the KPSC KAS exam and how should I prepare?
- Official KPSC KAS 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 3 free KPSC KAS mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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