KPSC KAS Exam 2022: Notification PDF, Exam Date, Latest Updates

KPSC KAS Exam 2022: Notification PDF, Exam Date, Latest Updates

BySATISH KUMAR GUPTA  |  Updated on: Feb 3, 2022
KPSC KAS 2022 notification will be released soon. Check all details about KAS vacancy, syllabus, eligibility and all other details about the administrative services exam. 

Kerala PSC will release KPSC KAS 2022 notification on the official website soon. Kerala Public Service Commission is responsible for recruiting eligible candidates for the various Group A gazetted posts of Kerala Government Services like Deputy Collector, Assistant civil supplies commissioner, Deputy Director of National Savings, Revenue Department officers etc.

The KAS Exam 2022 details will be released on the official website. Check all the important details of Kerala Administrative Services Exam 2022 below.

Latest Updates on Kerala Administrative Service Exam 2022

With the release of notification the application process for Kerala Administrative Service will begin. Application will be available for a shorter duration of time. After the last date no application will be accepted. Candidates must go through the eligibility criteria before filling the application.

After inviting KAS Applications succesfully. The commission will release the admit card for all the candidates whose application is accepted. The admit card will be relased for each stage seperately. The KAS selection process involves three stages i.e., prelims, mains, and interview. Candidates need to clear each stage to get their name on final merit list.

The Kerala PSC will release all the details about the upcoming KAS Exam 2022 along with the form details, exam dates, syllabus, eligibility and more. 

Kerala Administrative Services Notification 2022

KAS notification will be published soon on the Kerala PSC official website to invite application for the Administrative Services officers in Kerala State. The latest vacancies will be announced in the notification. Candidates who wish to join the Kerala government as an officer must be waiting for the notification. You can also download the notification pdf for the upcoming KAS exam 2022 after the official release. We will update the direct link here.

KAS Exam Notification 2022, (To be notified)

KPSC KAS Exam 2022 Date

Kerala PSC will release the dates for KAS exam along with the notification.

Events

Dates

KAS 2022 Official Notification Release Date

to be announced

KAS Application Form 2022 Date

to be announced

KAS Application Form 2022 Last Date

to be announced

Last Date to Apply for KAS 2022

to be announced

KAS Prelims Admit Card 2022

to be announced

KAS Exam Date for Prelims

to be announced

KPSC KAS Result 

to be announced

KPSC KAS Exam Date for Mains

to be announced

KAS Mains Result

to be announced

KPSC Interview

to be announced

KAS Post-wise Vacancies 2022

Kerala PSC announce the KAS vacancy 2022 for the various services in the state. It is a Gazetted post. The upcoming KAS vacancy 2022 will be released soon. We will update the post-wise vacancies here.

What is the salary of KAS Officer?

As per the details available, the KAS salary 2022 will state from INR 81,800. Candidates can check the KAS Salary 2022 information in the table.

Kerala Administrative Service Salary Scale

Post Name

KAS Officers

Posting State

Kerala

Current Basic Pay

Rs.81,800

Allowance

HRA, DA, & more

Probation Period

18 months

In hand salary

Around INR 1,10,000

What is eligibility for KAS Exam 2022?

KAS Eligibility will be available in the official notification. Candidates who are preparing for the KAS exam must check the detailed KAS Eligibility Criteria to avoid disqualification. 

KAS Exam Age Limit

KPSC KAS age limit for general is from 18 years to 32 years. There is also a provision of age relaxation for several categories as mentioned below. 

Age Relaxation

Category

Age Relaxation

SC/ST

5 Years

OBC

3 Years

Physical Handicapped

10-15 Years

Ex. Servicemen

As per the service

KAS Eligibility: Educational Qualification

The candidate must hold a Bachelor degree from a university or from any other Indian university recognized by the Government. It is also required that the applicant must understand and speak Malayalam language.

KPSC KAS Application Form 2022

KAS application form 2022 apply online link will be available on the official website after the release of the notification. The KPSC KAS Application Form 2022 date will also be released soon. 

How to fill in the KAS Application form

  • Click on Apply Link of the KAS Exam.
  • Fill in all the basic information and cross-check. 
  • Use the Edit option in case you need to make corrections. 
  • Click on Submit and Print Registration Slip will be displayed. 
  • Keep the registration slip for future use.
  • Fill in and complete the form with all the required details.
  • Upload the scanned copy of the photo & signature in the specification mentioned.

KPSC KAS Selection Process

The KAS selection process is similar to the UPSC IAS exam. It is a three-step process. The first stage is the KAS prelims exam. Candidates who qualify for the KAS prelims exam are called for the mains examination. Applicants who clear the KAS Mains exam are then called for the interview.

Kerala Administrative Service Syllabus 2022

KAS syllabus is released by Kerala PSC. Applicants must go through the detailed KAS syllabus for both prelims and mains to gain a sound understanding of how to prepare for the exam. You can also download the syllabus PDF from the direct link mentioned below.

Papers 

Subjects

Topics

PAPER -I







General Studies- I

  • History of India & Kerala,
  • History of the World (from mid 18th century)
  • Cultural Heritage of Kerala
  • Indian Constitution, Public Administration, Political System,
  • Governance, Social Justice and International Relations
  • Geography of Kerala and India.
  • Literature and Books & Authors,
  • Environment
  • Kerala Renaissance 





Mental Ability & 

Quantitative Aptitude 

  • Series,
  • Basic mathematical operations,
  • Problems on Mathematical signs,
  • Progressions & Mensuration
  • Time & Work and Time & Distance,
  • Ratio & Proportion,
  • Percentages, Averages
  • problems related to Relations, Shapes 
  • Sub- sections, Venn Diagram, problems based on Clock,
  • Calendar and Age, Simple Arithmetic. 
  • Relation,
  • Direction
  • Coding-Decoding

PAPER -II






 General Science

  • Human Body & Diseases
  • Vitamins and medicines
  • Agricultural related things
  • Energy Resources
  • Environment & Pollution,
  • Chemistry in everyday life,
  • Basic physics concepts 
  • Theories
  • Famous scientists
  • Heat, Temperature, Sound and light
  • Advancements in technologies.
  • New technologies

General English Language

  • Singular and plural
  • Comparison of Adjectives
  • Active and Passive Voice
  • Basic Grammar
  • Parts of Speech
  • Tenses
  • Auxiliary Verb
  • Direct and Indirect Speech
  • Correction in Sentences.
  • Gender
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • One Word Substitution
  • Question tag
  • Idioms and Their Meanings
  • Problem Concerning Words
  • Vocabulary
  • Spelling test
  • Confusing Adjectives and Adverbs
  • Degrees of Comparison
  • Conjunctions
  • Correct Usage of Articles, 
  • Prepositions

Regional Languages (Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada)

  • Grammar
  • Thadhitham
  • Prayogam
  • Samasam
  • Sandhi
  • Chinnangal
  • Ottapadam
  • Vipareetha Padam
  • Ethirlingam
  • Sabdangal
  • Vachakam
  • Dyothakam
  • Namam
  • Kriya
  • Bhedakam
  • Lingam 
  • Vachanam
  • Vibhakthi
  • Krith
  • Sariyaya Vakyam
  • Kadamkatha
  • Malayala Paribhasha
  • Paryayapadham
  • Samanapadham
  • Cherthezhuthuka
  • Pirichezhuthuka
  • Pazhamchollu
  • Sariyaya padham




General Studies and Current Affairs-II

  • Economy and Planning 
  • Agriculture Sector, Land Reforms in India
  • Industrial policies
  • Indian Public Finance
  • Kerala Model Development
  • Economy of Kerala State
  • Environmental Science

Download KPSC KAS Syllabus 2022 PDF

KPSC KAS Exam Pattern

KAS Exam Pattern is clearly explained below for all the stages. It is important that the applicants understand the Kerala Administrative Service paper pattern for both Prelims and Mains exams along with the scoring pattern. 

KAS Prelims Exam Pattern

Paper Details

Subject Area

Total Marks

Time Duration

Number of Questions

Paper I

General Studies

100

90 Minutes

100

Paper-II: Part I 

General Studies

50

90 Minutes

50

Paper-II: Part II 

Regional Language Proficiency 

30

30

Paper-II: Part III

Language Proficiency

20

20

How do I start KPSC KAS preparation?

To efficiently begin your preparation for the KAS exam, you must go through the syllabus for both prelims and mains in an exhaustive manner. Note down the topics to be covered. You must complete each topic and practice KAS mock test and question papers for better understanding and revision. 

KAS Previous Year Papers

Solving previous year's exams will not only boost your confidence, but it will also help you increase your speed and accuracy. Experts believe that solving previous year's KAS Question papers is one of the finest ways to improve your preparation skills. It will also aid in the development of your time management and problem-solving abilities.

KAS Exam 2022 Cutoff

The commission sets a minimum efficiency standard along with the cutoff marks. The applicants shall not be placed in the merit/select list if they have secured less than the minimum efficiency standards in prelims and mains.

KAS Exam Cutoff 2022

KAS Admit Card 2022

KAS admit card will be released on the official website for all the stages. The Kerala Administrative Service admit card 2022 release date is usually 10-15 days prior to the exam date. Kerala released the prelims admit card for all the applicants who successfully submit the application form. 

KAS admit card 2022 download link will be updated here. Candidates who clear the prelims stage and fill up the mains form will be issued the KAS mains hall ticket.

KAS Result 2022

KAS Result 2022 will be published as per the selection process. The Kerala PSC will release the KPSC KAS Result 2022 for the prelims exam, to begin with. Candidates who clear the prelims exam will be called for the mains exam. Kerala PSC will then release the mains results announcing candidates who will appear for the interview phase.

KPSC KAS FAQs

  • The KAS Notification will be released soon on official website.

  • Kerala PSC conducts the KAS exam as per the vacancy. The upcoming KAS vacancy is expected to be released soon. 

     
  • Candidates who have a valid degree from a recognized university are eligible to apply. Also, the age limit for KAS Exam 2022 is 18 years to 32 years.

     
  • The KAS exam - prelims has two papers. The mains exam consists of three papers

     
  • After clearing all the stages of the KAS exam, you will be appointed as a State Service Officer under All India Service officer. 

     

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