Overview
KPSC has released the syllabus and exam pattern for First Division Assistant and Second Division Assistant. Full subject-wise topics and the marking scheme are given below.
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Vacancy Details
The Karnataka Examinations Authority announced 5,431 vacancies through separate recruitment notifications issued on 29 October 2026 for FDA, SDA and other government posts. Recruitment Cadre / Level: Vacancies Degree-Level Posts - Residual Parent Cadre: 2,163 PUC-Level Posts - Residual Parent Cadre: 2,070 FDA Posts - Kalyana Karnataka: 563 SDA Posts - Kalyana Karnataka: 635 Total: 5,431 The vacancy distribution includes other notified posts in addition to FDA and SDA designations. Candidates should check post-wise eligibility and the cadre-specific recruitment notification before applying.
Exam Pattern
The published KPSC FDA SDA Exam Pattern 2026 describes two objective-type competitive examination papers and a separate Kannada Language Test for candidates to whom the language requirement applies. The competitive examination is described as carrying 200 marks, divided equally between General Knowledge and the combined language and computer knowledge paper. Paper: Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration Paper 1: General Knowledge | 100 | 2 Hours Paper 2: General Kannada, General English and Computer Knowledge | 100 | 2 Hours Kannada Language Test: Compulsory Kannada, Where Applicable | 150 | As Prescribed Competitive Total: Paper 1 + Paper 2 | 200 | 4 Hours The Kannada Language Test is qualifying in nature and is not included in the 200-mark competitive examination total. The referenced syllabus report also states that 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer in the objective papers. Candidates should verify this marking rule in their particular 2026 KEA recruitment notification.
Syllabus
Candidates preparing for the Karnataka FDA and SDA examinations should review the syllabus applicable to their post and cadre. The KEA has issued separate recruitment notifications for degree-level and PUC-level posts under the Residual Parent Cadre and Kalyana Karnataka cadre. Syllabus and Notification: Download Link FDA Degree-Level Notification - RPC: View Notification PDF KEA FDA SDA Syllabus and Recruitment Notices: Check Official Website KPSC Official Website: Visit Website