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Karnataka PDO Syllabus 2027

Karnataka Public Service Commission Panchayat Development Officer Examination

Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC)Online (CBT)Once every 2 years
Total Questions120
Duration90 min
Total Marks120
Marking Scheme1 mark per correct answer, no negative marking

Exam Pattern

#Subject / SectionQuestionsMarks
1General Studies4040
2Kannada Language4040
3Rural Development & Panchayati Raj4040
Total120120

Syllabus by Subject

Eligibility & Attempts

EEligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree from a recognized university; age 18-35 years (relaxation for reserved categories)

ANumber of Attempts

No explicit restriction within age limit

Exam Schedule

Frequency

Once every 2 years

Next Exam Date

May 2027

Registration Opens

February 2027

Preparation Tips

  • 1Study the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act thoroughly — its chapters on gram sabha powers, panchayat fund management, and local body elections are heavily tested.
  • 2Cover all major central and Karnataka state rural development schemes including MGNREGA, PM Awaas Yojana, NRLM, SBM, and Jal Jeevan Mission with their implementation status in Karnataka.
  • 3Learn Kannada official letter formats and administrative terminology as PDO role involves Kannada medium official correspondence.
  • 4Practice 120-question mock tests in 90 minutes focusing on accuracy since the exam has no negative marking — attempt all questions strategically.

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