JKPSC Exam Pattern 2023: Check Exam Format for Prelims, Mains, and Interview Rounds

JKPSC KAS Exam Pattern 2023: The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) conducts various recruitment examinations to select candidates for prestigious positions in the state government. Through this exam, candidates are recruited for various job roles ranging from Administrative Services, Accounts Services, and Police Services amongst others. To excel in these exams, it is crucial to have a clear understanding of the JKPSC pattern. 

The JKPSC KAS exam is conducted in three rounds, which are Prelims, Mains, and finally an Interview. Prelims is the first round of the selection process and those well in are further selected for Mains and Interview rounds. It is essential to deeply understand the JKPSC syllabus and pattern in order to perform well in the test. This is because knowing the JKPSC KAS exam pattern will introduce applicants to the types of questions, different papers and the time allotted to solve them, the marking scheme etc. 

JKPSC KAS Exam Pattern 2023 

As stated above, the JKPSC CCE exam is conducted in different stages of the selection process. The first round, which is Prelims, includes two papers: General Studies and an Optional Paper. These are commonly known as General Studies 1 and General Studies 2. Consequently, The mains exam includes a total of 8 papers that students are required to prepare for. In this article, applicants may check the detailed exam pattern for Prelims, Mains, and Interview rounds. Check the table below for further details-

JKPSC Prelims Pattern 2023

As stated above, Prelims in the first round of the JKPSC 2023 selection process. Those who perform well in this particular round are further selected for the Mains and Interview rounds. Check below for JKPSC KAS Prelims highlights-

• This is an objective-type examination comprising multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that tests the candidates' general knowledge and aptitude. 
• This round will face a negative marking system
• JKPSC KAS Prelims will include two papers: General Studies I and General Studies II
• Applicants will be allotted 2 hours to complete each paper 
• Both papers will be worth 200 marks each
• The number of marks a candidate received in the preliminary examination is just a requirement for advancement to the next stages. This indicates that this score has no bearing on the applicant's overall final score

JKPSC Mains Pattern 2023

The Main Examination is a written examination consisting of descriptive papers. It assesses the candidates' knowledge, analytical abilities, and understanding of various subjects. The JKPSC Main Examination pattern varies based on the specific service for which the candidate is applying. This round of the selection process will comprise a total of 8 papers divided between compulsory and optional papers that applicants will need to attempt. Check below for details-

• The mains exam will have an English qualifying paper
• Paper 1 will be an essay-based exam 
• There will be 4 general studies papers
• Further, there will be 2 optional papers

JKPSC Optional Papers 2023

Check below the list of optional subjects that applicants can choose from for JKPSC exam-

• Political Science & International Relations
• Psychology
• Public Administration
• Sociology
• Statistics
• Zoology
• Literature of any one of the following languages: Arabic, Dogri, English, Hindi, Kashmiri, Persian, Punjabi, Sanskrit and Urdu.
• Agriculture
• Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science
• Anthropology
• Botany
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Commerce and Accountancy
• Economics
• Electrical Engineering
• Geography
• Geology
• History
• Law
• Management
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Medical science
• Philosophy
• Physics

JKPSC Interview Pattern 2023

Candidates who clear the Main Examination are shortlisted for the final stage of the selection process—the Interview. The Interview is conducted to evaluate the personality, communication skills, and overall suitability of the candidates for the desired position. It is essential for candidates to present themselves confidently and demonstrate their understanding of the subject matter during the interview. Apart from technical knowledge, the interview panel also assesses the candidates' awareness of current affairs, socio-economic issues, and their ability to think critically. Check below for further details-

• The JKPSC Personality Test is administered by reputable and experienced government representatives. 
• Those who perform well in the final round are recruited for the registered job post
• A total of 250 marks are allotted for the JKPSC interview round
• No more than three times as many applicants will be called for the Personality Test (interview) as there are JKPSC vacancies to fill.