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Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (KAS)

JKPSC (J&K Public Service Commission) · Offline (Pen & Paper) · Once a year

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JKPSC KAS Exam Pattern

Complete exam pattern with subject-wise breakdown, marking scheme, and duration.

SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Studies Paper 16767
CSAT Paper 26767
J&K Specific GK6767
Total200200
Duration120 minutes
ModeOffline (Pen & Paper)
Marking Scheme+1 for correct, no negative marking
Conducting BodyJKPSC (J&K Public Service Commission)

About Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (KAS) (JKPSC KAS) 2027

The Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (KAS) (JKPSC KAS) is one of the most competitive entrance exams, conducted by the JKPSC (J&K Public Service Commission). Preparing for the JKPSC KAS requires systematic practice, conceptual clarity, and regular self-evaluation. Our platform offers dynamic mock tests, previous years' resolved papers, and AI-enabled analysis to help you secure a top rank.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the JKPSC KAS 2027 Prelims exam pattern?

JKPSC KAS Prelims has 2 papers. Paper 1 (General Studies, 100Q, 100 marks): Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, J&K GK, and Current Affairs. Paper 2 (CSAT, 100Q, 100 marks): Logical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Quantitative Aptitude. No negative marking.

What posts are offered through JKPSC KAS 2027?

JKPSC KAS (Kashmir Administrative Service) offers posts in J&K Administrative Service, J&K Police Service (Dy. SP), Finance Service, Account Service, Taxation Service, Block Development Officer, and other Group A and B gazetted posts in Union Territory of J&K.

What is JKPSC KAS officer salary in 2027?

JKPSC KAS officers follow Central Pay Commission scales since J&K became a UT in 2019. Starting salary: ₹56,100-₹1,77,500 per month (Level 10). J&K officers also receive Special Security Allowance (SSA) for difficult terrain/border district postings.

How many JKPSC KAS vacancies are expected in 2027?

JKPSC KAS 2027 is expected to have 150-250 vacancies across KAS, KPS, and allied services. JKPSC KAS CCE 2021 had 240 vacancies. Post-2019 reorganization as a UT, Central Government has been actively strengthening J&K administration.

What J&K specific GK topics are important for JKPSC 2027?

Key J&K GK topics: Dal Lake and Wular Lake ecology, Kashmir Valley and Jammu region geography, Ladakh as separate UT, J&K history (Dogra rulers, Instrument of Accession 1947), J&K Reorganization Act 2019, Articles 370/35A history, Zojila Pass, and J&K tourism/saffron economy.

How to Prepare for JKPSC KAS

1

J&K-specific constitutional and administrative GK (Article 370 history, UT status, bifurcation) is the most unique section

2

No negative marking — attempt all 200 questions; CSAT qualifying is easier with smart guessing approach

3

JKPSC Mains requires Urdu/Kashmiri/Hindi/English proficiency — prepare language papers based on your strength

4

Current affairs about J&K border issues, development projects (Zojila Tunnel, Atal Tunnel), and G20 summit in Srinagar are important

Key Dates

Next ExamAugust 2028
RegistrationApril 2028
ModeOffline (Pen & Paper)
EligibilityGraduate degree, age 21-40 years
AttemptsNo limit till age
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