Last updated: 5 June 2026
Group C (FDA / SDA) 2026
| Exam Name | Authority | Eligibility | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group C (FDA / SDA) 2026 | KSSB | Graduation / 12th Pass (post-wise) | 15 May 2026 |
Karnataka Secondary Service Selection Board · 6,800 vacancies · Apply by 15 May 2026
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Vacancies
6,800
Last Date
15 May 2026
Age Limit
18–35 yrs
Qualification
Graduation / 12th Pass (post-wise)
How to Apply Online
Visit the official portal and create your registration account.
Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.
Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.
Resource Hub
Download official documents and study materials.
Selection Process
- Written Exam — 120 marks (MCQ, Kannada mandatory)
- Kannada Language Test — qualifying
- Document Verification
- Merit-based appointment
Previous Year Indicative Cutoff
Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / 2A | 82 | 120 | 68.3% |
| SC | 70 | 120 | 58.3% |
| ST | 63 | 120 | 52.5% |
Exam Centres
Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- Kannada Language — grammar, reading comprehension, writing (mandatory, 40 marks)
- General Knowledge — Karnataka & national current affairs, science (40 marks)
- Arithmetic — basic maths, percentage, ratio (20 marks)
- Reasoning — logical, verbal, non-verbal (20 marks)
Important Details
- Department: Karnataka Secondary Service Selection Board
- Application window: 18 March 2026 – 15 May 2026
- Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹21,400 – ₹42,000
- Tentative exam date: 9 August 2026
- Note: KSSB FDA/SDA 2026 — First Division Assistant and Second Division Assistant posts. Kannada language test mandatory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for Group C (FDA / SDA) 2026? ▼
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 35 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for Group C (FDA / SDA) 2026? ▼
Visit the authorised website for Karnataka Secondary Service Selection Board (https://kssb.karnataka.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Group C (FDA / SDA) 2026? ▼
The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 9 August 2026.
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