KPSC KAS Gazetted Probationers 2026: Preliminary Examination Hall Ticket
Examination Window: 2026-11-15 to 2026-11-15
Download from kpsc.kar.nic.in candidate portal. Carry printed hall ticket and valid photo identity proof for Paper 1 (10 AM) and Paper 2 (2 PM).
Official Download Portal: Candidates must download their official call letter or e-Admit Card directly from the secure portal of Karnataka Public Service Commission. VacancyTrack provides verified links directly to the official recruitment server.
Standard Examination Day Checklist
Document requirements vary by recruiting organization. Candidates must always verify the exact instructions printed on their official call letter issued by Karnataka Public Service Commission. In general, candidates are commonly advised to bring:
1. Printed Copy of e-Admit Card
A clean, legible printout on plain white paper. Ensure photograph, signature, roll number, and instructions are clearly readable.
2. Valid Original Photo Identity Proof
Government-issued identity cards such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License, as recognized in the examination guidelines.
3. Recent Passport Photographs
Additional passport-size photographs matching the uploaded application photo, where mandated for attendance sheets or verification.
4. Permissible Stationery & Scribe Documents
Stationery permitted under exam rules (e.g., transparent ballpoint pens). PwD candidates utilizing scribes should carry required certificates and authorization forms.
General Examination Hall Regulations
Items Typically Restricted at Examination Venues:
- Electronic equipment: Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, earphones, and recording devices.
- Study materials: Books, revision notes, calculation sheets, and reference booklets.
- Accessories: Calculators, metallic items, or prohibited accessories as listed on the admit card.
* Note: Storage facilities at test venues are not guaranteed. Refer to your call letter for venue-specific instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q:What should candidates do if they experience issues downloading their admit card?
First, ensure that the registration number, date of birth, and security captcha are entered exactly as provided during application submission. If login fails, check whether the conducting authority has provided a registration retrieval link or reach out to the official candidate helpline.
Q:What steps should be taken if details or photos are missing on the printed admit card?
If photograph, signature, or name details appear corrupted or blank, candidates should immediately notify the examination helpline of the conducting body. Carrying additional passport-size photographs and application receipts to the test venue is typically recommended.
Q:Are digital copies of admit cards on smartphones acceptable at test centers?
In general, recruitment test centers do not accept digital admit cards displayed on mobile phones or tablets. Candidates are usually required to present a physical paper printout of the official hall ticket.
Q:Can a candidate request a change of examination date, session, or test venue?
Test centers and examination slots are assigned by the conducting organization based on regional capacity. Conducting authorities generally do not entertain individual requests for venue or shift adjustments once hall tickets are released.
Q:What is the importance of reporting time versus gate closure time?
Candidates are expected to report at the venue at or before the designated reporting time for biometric and security screening. Gate closure times are strictly observed, and entry after the gate closure deadline is typically barred by test superintendents.