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Kerala PSC KAS 2026

Kerala Public Service Commission

Mode

Offline

Level

Graduate

Vacancies

300+

Fee

₹0 (all categories in Kerala)

Key dates

Notification

Dec 2025

Application Last Date

Feb 2026

Prelims Exam

May 2026

Mains Exam

Oct 2026

Interview

Feb 2027

Eligibility

  • Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
  • Age limit: 18 to 41 years for general category
  • Domicile of Kerala is mandatory
  • Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC
  • Proficiency in Malayalam language required

Syllabus

  • History and Culture of Kerala
  • Indian Polity and Kerala Governance
  • Economy and Development of Kerala
  • General Science
  • Current Affairs
  • Malayalam Language and Literature

Exam Pattern

  • Prelims: Objective type General Studies paper
  • Mains: Three descriptive papers including General Studies, Malayalam, and optional subject
  • Interview for mains qualifiers
  • Final merit based on Mains and Interview marks

Exam overview

Kerala PSC KAS (Kerala Administrative Service) Examination is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission to recruit officers for Kerala Administrative Service (KAS), Kerala Police Service (KPS), and other Group A and Group B gazetted posts in Kerala state government. Kerala PSC is unique in India for charging zero application fee for all categories, making it one of the most accessible state PSC exams. With 300+ vacancies and a broad age range of 18-41 years, KAS is a popular exam for Kerala aspirants.

Kerala PSC KAS preparation requires in-depth study of Kerala history, social reform movements, culture, geography, decentralized governance (Kerala's model panchayati raj), social welfare schemes, and Malayalam language. The exam has a streamlined three-paper Mains compared to many other state PSCs, making preparation more focused. Malayalam language is tested as a compulsory Mains paper. Awareness of Kerala's high human development index, literacy programs, and coastal/forest issues is frequently tested.

Preparation tip

Start with the syllabus topics listed above, then practice timed mock tests and revise previous year questions weekly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the eligibility for Kerala PSC KAS 2026?▼
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university and be a domicile of Kerala. The age limit is 18 to 41 years for general category, with 5 years relaxation for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC. Uniquely, there is no application fee for any category in Kerala PSC exams, making it completely free to apply.
What is the salary for Kerala PSC KAS selected candidates?▼
Kerala PSC KAS officers are placed at Pay Level 8 to 12 as per the 7th Pay Commission. The basic pay ranges from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 82,100 per month. Total compensation including Kerala state allowances ranges from Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 1.3 lakh per month depending on the post and posting location.
How many attempts are allowed in Kerala PSC KAS?▼
There is no fixed attempt limit for Kerala PSC KAS; candidates can attempt the exam as long as they are within the age limit of 41 years for general category or 46 years for reserved categories. The broad age range of 18-41 years gives candidates over 23 years of eligibility window, allowing multiple attempts.
What is the Kerala PSC KAS syllabus 2026?▼
Kerala PSC KAS Prelims covers Kerala and Indian history, geography, polity, economy, science, and current affairs with Kerala-specific focus. Mains has three papers: General Studies (covering history, polity, economy, and science), Malayalam Language and Literature (compulsory), and optional subject. Interview evaluates personality and administrative aptitude.
When is the Kerala PSC KAS 2026 notification date?▼
The Kerala PSC KAS 2026 notification was released in December 2025 with applications closing in February 2026. The Prelims exam is scheduled for May 2026 and Mains for October 2026. Interviews are expected in February 2027. Applications are free of charge for all candidates. Check the official Kerala PSC website for exact dates.