Last updated on January 10th, 2026 at 10:18 am
📝 The KPSC FDA Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 provides complete details of the First Division Assistant (FDA) examination conducted by the Karnataka Public Service Commission.
🎯 Understanding the syllabus and paper-wise exam pattern helps candidates plan smart preparation, manage time effectively, and avoid negative marking mistakes.
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KPSC FDA Recruitment Stages
- Written Examination
- Medical test
KPSC FDA Exam Pattern
| PAPERS | SUBJECT | MARKS | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | Compulsory Kannada (Descriptive type) | 150 | 90 minutes |
| Paper-2 | General Kannada / General English (MCQ) | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Paper-3 | General Knowledge (GK) (MCQ) | 100 | 90 minutes |
Paper-1 Compulsory Kannada ( Descriptive type) Paper-2 General Kannada / General English (Objective multiple choice type) Paper-3 General Knowledge (GK) (Objective multiple choice type)
👉 Negative marks – (Paper-2 Paper-3) for every wrong answer 1/4th marks will be deducted
KPSC FDA Syllabus
KPSC FDA Paper-3 General Knowledge (GK) Syllabus
| S/N | SYLLABUS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Current Affairs (General Knowledge of Topics relating to Current Events.) |
| 2 | General Sciences |
| 3 | Indian History (Indian History, with special reference to Karnataka.) |
| 4 | Indian Geography (Geography of India with special reference to Karnataka.) |
| 5 | Social Sciences |
| 6 | General Mental Ability |
| 7 | Matter of Every Day Observation. |
| 8 | Overview of the Indian Constitution |
| 9 | State and Regional Administration |
| 10 | Economic Development of Karnataka, including the Initiatives relating to Rural Development, Panchayat Raj Institutions and Rural Cooperatives. |
| 11 | Environmental Problems and the Development Issues of Karnataka. |
KPSC FDA Computer Syllabus
🖥️ Computer Concepts
🔹 Parts of Computer & Peripherals
🔹 Storage, Processor, Display, Mouse, Ports
🔹 CD Drive, Printer, Scanner
🌐 Internet Basics & Search Engines
📧 Email, Packaged & Customized Applications
🔐 Passwords, Virus, Backup, Security
🌍 Accessing the Internet
📊 MS Excel
➕➖✖️➗ Basic Arithmetic Operations
🔢 Numbers, Decimals, Currency, Percentage
📅 Date Handling & Formatting
📑 Page Setup, Print Area & Margins
📋 Rows & Columns (Insert / Delete)
🔗 Merging Cells & Creating Series
🖨️ Printing & Size Adjustment
📝 MS Word
📂 Opening, Saving, Editing Documents
🔤 Text Formatting (Bold, Italics, Font, Colour, Style)
📄 Page Setup, Margins & Page Breaks
📌 Bullets & Paragraphs
🔍 Find & Replace
📎 Inserting Tables, Objects & Hyperlinks
📽️ MS PowerPoint
📑 Slide Layouts & Master Slide
🎨 Themes, Backgrounds & Design
✨ Animations & Slide Show
🧩 Inserting Objects
🖨️ Printing Slides & Handouts
📄 Adjusting Slides per Page
🏛️ Applications of Computer in Government
📨 Letter Typing (MS Word)
📈 Reports & Data Handling (MS Excel)
🎤 Presentations (PowerPoint)
📧 Email Handling (Outlook / Email)
🗄️ Database Basics (MS Access)
🌐 General Knowledge of Computer Industry
🏭 Computer Manufacturing Companies
💾 Major Software & Applications
📬 Free Email Providers
🌟 Popular Internet Applications
KPSC FDA Paper-2 General Kannada Syllabus
KPSC FDA Paper-2 General English Syllabus
| S/N | SYLLABUS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Spot the error |
| 2 | Fill in the blanks |
| 3 | Synonyms and antonyms |
| 4 | Idioms & phrases |
| 5 | Sentence improvement |
| 6 | Active & passive voices |
| 7 | Narration |
| 8 | Comprehension passages |
KPSC FDA Paper-1 Compulsory Kannada Syllabus
Compulsory Kannada
| SUBJECT | MARKS | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Kannada | 150 | 90 minutes |
| S/N | SYLLABUS | MARKS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Comprehensive understanding of the subject | 25 |
| 2 | Usage of words | 25 |
| 3 | The brevity of the Subject | 25 |
| 4 | Knowledge of words | 25 |
| 5 | Short Essay | 25 |
| 6 | Translation from English to Kannada | 25 |
| TOTAL MARKS | 150 |
Matters of everyday observation and practical knowledge as may be expected of a person who has passed the prescribed qualifying examination
KPSC FDA Examination Education Qualification
bachelor’s degree from a recognised university (BA, B.COM, B.SC etc)
KPSC FDA Examination Age Limit
| GM | 18-35 years |
| 2-A, 2-B, 3-A, 3-B | 18-38 years |
| SC, ST, Cat-1 | 18-40 years |
FAQ KPSC FDA Exam
1️⃣ 💰 What is the salary of KPSC FDA?
₹40,000 per month (approx.)
2️⃣ 🎓 What is the educational qualification for KPSC FDA?
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university (BA / B.Com / B.Sc etc.)
3️⃣ ⚠️ Is there negative marking in KPSC FDA exam?
Yes. ❌ 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer (Paper-2 & 3).
4️⃣ 📝 What is the KPSC FDA exam pattern?
📄 3 Papers (2+1) – details explained above in this article.
5️⃣ 📚 What is the KPSC FDA syllabus?
📘 Paper-1: Compulsory Kannada (Descriptive)
📗 Paper-2: General Kannada / English (MCQ)
📙 Paper-3: General Knowledge (MCQ)
6️⃣ 📊 What are the total marks for Paper-1?
✍️ 100 Marks – Descriptive type
7️⃣ 🧾 What are the total marks for Paper-2?
✅ 100 Marks – Objective (MCQ)
8️⃣ 🗂️ How many papers are there in FDA exam?
📑 3 Papers (Paper-1, Paper-2, Paper-3)
9️⃣ 🔁 Does FDA exam have negative marking?
⚠️ Yes, 1/4th mark deduction for wrong answers
🔟 👤 Who are eligible for FDA exam?
🎓 Any candidate with a Bachelor’s degree
1️⃣1️⃣ ♾️ How many attempts are allowed for FDA exam?
✅ Unlimited attempts
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