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Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026

Exam Name Authority Eligibility Last Date
Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026 KPSC-KL Graduation (any discipline) 28 April 2026

Kerala Public Service Commission · 50 vacancies · Apply by 28 April 2026

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Vacancies

50

Last Date

28 April 2026

Age Limit

22–40 yrs

Qualification

Graduation (any discipline)

How to Apply Online

01

Visit the official portal and create your registration account.

02

Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.

03

Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.

04

Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.

Resource Hub

Download official documents and study materials.

Official Notification PDF Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern Admit Card Download Apply Online Portal

Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Exam — 100 marks (Kerala PSC OMR-based)
  2. Main Examination — objective + descriptive papers
  3. Viva-voce — 20 marks
  4. Document Verification & Medical

Previous Year Indicative Cutoff

Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.

Category Cutoff Marks Out of %
General (OC) 138 200 69.0%
Ezhava / OBC 122 200 61.0%
SC / ST 110 200 55.0%

Exam Centres

Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.

ThiruvananthapuramKochiKozhikodeThrissurKannurKollamPalakkadKottayam

Syllabus Highlights

  • Kerala History & Culture — Travancore, Cochin, Malabar, social reforms, renaissance
  • Kerala Geography — Western Ghats, backwaters, rivers, natural resources, ecology
  • India & Kerala Economy — MSME, tourism, fisheries, IT sector Kochi Smart City
  • General Studies & Current Affairs — national/state events, science, governance

Important Details

  • Department: Kerala Public Service Commission
  • Application window: 1 March 2026 – 28 April 2026
  • Age cut-off date: 1 January 2026
  • Salary / Pay Scale: ₹56,500 – ₹1,00,000
  • Tentative exam date: 4 October 2026
  • Note: Kerala PSC KAS 2026 — Group A gazetted post. Preliminary + Mains + Viva-voce. State cadre appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age limit for Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026? ▼

For the General category the minimum age is 22 years and the maximum is 40 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 Thursday, 1 January 2026.

How do I apply for Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026? ▼

Visit the authorised website for Kerala Public Service Commission (https://keralapsc.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 Tuesday, 28 April 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 Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) 2026? ▼

The closing date was Tuesday, 28 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 4 October 2026.

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