JKPSC KAS Notification 2025 – Eligibility, Syllabus, Age Limit
Everything you need to know about JKPSC KAS 2025 – Eligibility, Syllabus, and Selection Process
The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) conducts the prestigious Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) to recruit officers for administrative, police, and accounts services in the Union Territory. Commonly referred to as the KAS Exam (Kashmir Administrative Service), this is the most sought-after exam in J&K for aspirants aiming to join Group A services.
The JKPSC KAS Notification 2025 is expected to be released in September/October 2025, with the Prelims tentatively scheduled for November 2025. In this article, we cover everything from notification highlights and eligibility to syllabus, physical requirements, and how to apply.
📢 JKPSC KAS 2025 Notification Highlights
Here’s a quick overview of the expected JKPSC KAS 2025 notification details:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JKPSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) |
| Also Known As | KAS Exam (Kashmir Administrative Services) |
| Conducting Body | Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) |
| Expected Notification | September–October 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | Jan 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR + Descriptive) |
| Website | jkpsc.nic.in |
🧑🎓 Eligibility Criteria for JKPSC KAS 2025
To apply for JKPSC KAS 2025, the candidate must satisfy the following conditions:
- Domicile: Must be a domicile of Jammu & Kashmir UT.
- Education: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Final-Year Students: May apply provisionally but must submit proof of graduation before Mains.
- Medical Graduates: MBBS degree holders awaiting internship can apply with certificate of passing final professional exam.
🎯 Age Limit (As on 1st January 2025)
The minimum age is 21 years. The upper age limit varies by category:
| Category | Age Limit | Born Between |
|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 21–32 years | 01.01.1993 – 01.01.2004 |
| Reserved Categories / In-Service Candidates | Up to 34 years | 01.01.1991 – 01.01.2004 |
| Physically Challenged | Up to 35 years | 01.01.1990 – 01.01.2004 |
Note: In-service candidates must have completed 2 years of service as on 01.01.2025.
📊 Selection Process for JKPSC KAS
The JKPSC KAS 2025 exam will be held in three stages:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective type (MCQs)
- Main Examination: Descriptive written papers
- Interview: Personality Test (250 marks)
Final merit will be based on Mains (1750 marks) + Interview (250 marks) = Total 2000 marks.
📘 Prelims Exam Pattern
This stage serves as a screening test. Marks are not counted for final merit.
- Paper I: General Studies (200 Marks)
- Paper II: CSAT (Aptitude) – 200 Marks (Minimum 33% qualifying)
- Duration: 2 hours per paper
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd for each wrong answer
📚 Mains Exam Structure
This stage includes 8 written papers – 1 qualifying and 7 for merit ranking. Optional subject includes 2 papers chosen from JKPSC’s approved list.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying | English | 300 |
| I | Essay | 250 |
| II | General Studies I | 250 |
| III | General Studies II | 250 |
| IV | General Studies III | 250 |
| V | General Studies IV | 250 |
| VI | Optional Paper I | 250 |
| VII | Optional Paper II | 250 |
Total Marks (Merit): 1750
Interview: 250
Final Total: 2000
💪 Physical Standards (For J&K Police Service Only)
Only candidates opting for J&K Police (G) Service must meet these minimum physical standards:
| Criteria | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm | 150 cm |
| Chest | 84 cm (5 cm expansion) | 79 cm (5 cm expansion) |
♿ Scribe Facility
Candidates who are blind or physically disabled and cannot write independently may apply for a scribe. Conditions include:
- Scribe must be from a different academic stream
- Should be one qualification lower than the candidate
- Extra 10 minutes per hour granted for blind candidates
🧾 How to Apply
- Visit jkpsc.nic.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill out the application form and upload documents
- Upload photo (after Jan 2024) and signature (10–20 KB)
- Select the desired post and subject
- Pay the application fee online
- Print the application form for your records
💰 Application Fee for JKPSC
- General Category: ₹1200
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC): ₹700
- PHC (Persons with Disabilities): Nil
📅 Important Dates (Tentative)
- Notification Release: September–October 2025
- Application Window: October–November 2025
- Prelims Exam: Jan 2026
- Mains Exam: April 2026
- Interview: Mid 2026
❓ FAQs – JKPSC KAS 2025
Q1. Is there any attempt limit for KAS?
→ No. As long as you meet the age criteria, you can apply.
Q2. Is CSAT qualifying in JKPSC Prelims?
→ Yes. You need to score at least 33% in Paper II.
Q3. Can final-year students apply?
→ Yes, provisionally. You must submit proof before Mains.
Q4. What is the age cutoff date?
→ January 1, 2025.
Q5. What is the weightage of Interview?
→ 250 marks out of total 2000.
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