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Access 50+ Karnataka KAS Question Papers (Prelims & Mains) in PDF — Free Download
Boost your KAS exam preparation with free, high-quality PDF question papers for both Prelims and Mains exams. Available in Kannada and English, these papers include answer keys and solutions, helping you master the exam format, improve time management, and strengthen your confidence for Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS) success.
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KAS Question Papers 2025
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| Prelim | |
| 29-12-2024 | Paper-1 Kannada Version PDF ⬇️ English Version PDF ⬇️ |
| Paper-1 Answer Key PDF ⬇️ | |
| 29-12-2024 | Paper-2 Kannada Version PDF ⬇️ English Version PDF ⬇️ |
| Paper-2 Answer Key PDF ⬇️ | |
| Mains | |
| 03-05-2025 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 03-05-2025 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
| 05-05-2025 | Essay PDF ⬇️ |
| 07-05-2025 | GS Paper-1 PDF ⬇️ |
| 07-05-2025 | GS Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 09-05-2025 | GS Paper-3 PDF |
| 09-05-2025 | GS Paper-4 PDF |
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KAS Question Papers 27-08-2024
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| Prelims | |
| 27-08-2024 | Paper-1 Kannada Version PDF ⬇️ English Version PDF ⬇️ |
| Paper-1 Answer Key PDF ⬇️ | |
| 27-08-2024 | Paper-2 Kannada Version PDF ⬇️ English Version PDF ⬇️ |
| Paper-2 Answer Key PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2020
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| Prelims | |
| 2020 | Paper-1 Kannada Version PDF ⬇️ English Version PDF ⬇️ |
| 2020 | Paper-2 Kannada Version PDF ⬇️ English Version PDF ⬇️ |
| Mains | |
| 2020 | GS Paper-1 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2020 | GS Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2020 | GS Paper-3 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2020 | GS Paper-4 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2020 | Essay PDF ⬇️ |
| 2020 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2020 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2017
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| Prelims | |
| 2017 | Paper-1 PDF Download |
| 2017 | Paper-2 PDF Download |
KAS Question Papers 2015
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| Prelims | |
| 2015 | Paper-1 Kannada Version PDF ⬇️ English Version PDF ⬇️ |
| 2015 | Paper-2 Kannada Version PDF ⬇️ English Version PDF ⬇️ |
| Mains | |
| 2015 | GS Paper-1 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2015 | GS Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2015 | GS Paper-3 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2015 | GS Paper-4 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2015 | Essay PDF ⬇️ |
| 2015 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2015 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2014
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| Prelims | |
| 2014 | Paper-1 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2014 | Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| Mains | |
| 2014 | GS Paper-1 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2014 | GS Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2014 | GS Paper-3 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2014 | GS Paper-4 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2014 | Essay PDF ⬇️ |
| 2014 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2014 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2011
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| 2011 | GS Paper-1 & Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2011 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2011 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2010
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| 2010 | GS Paper-1 & Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2010 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2010 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2008
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| 2008 | GS Paper-1 & Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2008 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2008 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2006
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| 2006 | GS Paper-1 & Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2006 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2006 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2005
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| 2005 | GS Paper-1 & Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2005 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2005 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 2002
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| 2002 | GS Paper-1 & Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
| 2002 | Qualifying Kannada PDF ⬇️ |
| 2002 | Qualifying English PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers 1999
| Exam Date | Question Papers |
|---|---|
| 1999 | GS Paper-1 & Paper-2 PDF ⬇️ |
KAS Question Papers FAQ
1️⃣ Where can I download KAS question papers?
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2️⃣ Are KAS question papers available in Kannada and English?
🌐 Yes, all KAS question papers are available in Kannada and English formats.
3️⃣ Do KAS question papers include answers and solutions?
🗝️ Yes, most papers include official answers and detailed solutions for better understanding.
4️⃣ How many KAS question papers are available?
📚 50+ KAS Prelims and Mains question papers are available for practice.
5️⃣ Are KAS question paper PDFs free to download?
💯 Yes, all KAS question paper PDFs are completely free to download.
6️⃣ How do KAS previous year papers help in preparation?
🎯 They help understand exam pattern, difficulty level, and time management.
7️⃣ Can I use these papers for both Prelims and Mains?
🎯 They help understand exam pattern, difficulty level, and time management.
7️⃣ Can I use these papers for both Prelims and Mains?
📝 Yes, the collection includes both KAS Prelims and KAS Mains papers.
8️⃣ How often are new KAS papers added?
🔄 New KAS question papers are added regularly when released officially.
9️⃣ Are the papers formatted as per the KAS exam?
📄 Yes, papers and solutions follow the official KAS exam structure.
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