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Upcoming
Exam: 10 Aug 2026
Kerala Public Service Commission
Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026
Kerala PSC conducts the KAS examination to recruit talented candidates into the fast-track administrative stream of the State Civil Service.
1. Streams of KAS Recruitment
- Stream 1: Direct recruitment from open candidates.
- Stream 2: Direct recruitment from among full members/approved probationers under State Government Departments.
- Stream 3: Direct recruitment from categories in First Gazetted posts.
2. Exam Plan
- Preliminary Exam: Two Objective type papers (Paper I & II).
- Mains Exam: Three Descriptive type papers.
- Interview: 50 Marks (Final selection stage).
3. Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| KPSC Thulasi (Apply) | Thulasi Profile Portal |
| Notification Details | Kerala PSC Website |
| Exam Syllabus | Download PDF |
4. How to Apply
Candidates must register as per the ONE TIME REGISTRATION with the official website of Kerala PSC before applying for the post. Ensure all profile details are updated.
Important Dates
Exam Timeline
Notification Released1 March 2026
Application Starts15 March 2026
Exam Date10 August 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Age Criteria
21 to 32 Years (General), relaxations applicable
Qualification
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Attempts
Limits
No Limit for General
How to Apply
Follow this step-by-step guide to fill the Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026 application form correctly.
Documents Required
- Scanned Passport Size Photo (20-50kb, JPG)
- Scanned Signature (10-20kb, JPG)
- Class 10th & 12th Marksheets
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
Syllabus & Pattern
Download Official Syllabus
The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.
Download Notification PDF