KPSC FDA SDA MDV List for the 2019 cycle has been released. The candidates must note that the dv list is released for the Recruitment Cycle : 2019. The Karnataka Public Service Commission is one of the prominent organizations of the Karnataka state. The applicants can check the details on KPSC FDA SDA Recruitment further in the article.
- The KPSC FDA SDA selection process is divided into two phases including written examination and interview or skill test.
- The KPSC FDA SDA written examination has been concluded and the results shall be out soon.
- The KPSC FDA SDA syllabus includes Kannada and English language and General Knowledge.
A total of 2401 vacancies were released for the ongoing recruitment cycle. A similar number of vacancies are expected to be released by the organization in the upcoming cycle.
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KPSC FDA SDA Recruitment Overview |
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Name of Organization |
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FDA/SDA Full Form |
First Division Assistant/Second Division Assistant |
Exam Conducting Body |
Karnataka Public Service Commission |
Post Name |
Assistant |
Total Vacancy |
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Last Date to Apply |
6th March 2021 |
Admit Card Release Date |
07th September 2021 |
Exam Date |
18th & 19th September 2021 |
Result Date |
7th July 2022 (Kannada Language, SDA) |
State |
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Qualification |
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KPSC SDA RPC Official Notification PDF
KPSC SDA HK Official Notification PDF
KPSC FDA RPC Official Notification PDF
KPSC FDA HK Official Notification PDF
KPSC FDA SDA Updates
3rd September 2022: KPSC SDA DV List 2019 Out!
The Karnataka Public Service Commission has released KPSC SDA List of Candidates shortlisted for the DV process has been released. The candidates can check the list using the direct links mentioned below.
Direct Link to Check KPSC SDA DV List (RPC)
Direct Link to Check KPSC SDA DV List (HK)
22nd August 2022: KPSC FDA SDA Marks 2018 -19 Out!
The Karnataka Public Service Commission has released KPSC FDA SDA Marks for the 2018-19 cycles. The candidates can download the marks by logging in with Username and Password. Below is the direct link to check the marks.
Direct Link to Check KPSC FDA SDA Marks 2018 – 19
Check KPSC FDA SDA Marks Notice
7th July 2022: KPSC SDA Result for Kannada Language Out!
The KPSC has released the result for the Kannada Language Test conducted for the applicants of SDA Recruitment (Advt. No. 800-801/2019-20). Candidates can download their result using the link given below.
Download KPSC SDA Result (Kannada Language)
22nd October 2021: KPSC SDA Revised Answer Key Out
The KPSC SDA Revised Answer Key has been released. The objections on the provisional answer key were accepted till 29th September 2021 and the revised answer key has been released after considering all of them.
Download KPSC SDA Revised Answer Key
22nd September 2021: KPSC SDA Answer Key Out
The KPSC has released the answer key for the KPSC SDA exam that took place on 19th September 2021. The objections are being accepted till 29th September 2021. Check the
KPSC FDA SDA Vacancy 2021
The candidates should note that the official notification for the concerned posts has not been published yet for the year 2021. However, we are providing essential information regarding the vacancies of the KPSC FDA SDA as per the previous year’s notification. The combined number of vacancies for the KPSC FDA/SDA recruitment was 2401 in the recruitment cycle of 2020. The KPSC has distributed the number of vacancies for each post in two regional categories i.e RPC and HK. Out of 2401 vacancies, 1112 were available for the post of First Division Assistant and the remaining 1289 openings were available for the Second Division Assistant. The highest number of vacancies for both posts are available for the RPC region. The post-wise and region-wise distribution of the vacancies is given in the table below.
Post |
FDA |
SDA |
Total |
RPC |
975 |
1080 |
2055 |
HK |
137 |
199 |
336 |
Total |
1112 |
1289 |
2401 |
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KPSC FDA SDA Apply Online 2021
Interested candidates for both posts must send the online applications through the KPSC online application portal. Any request for an offline application will not be entertained by the KPSC. Candidates can follow the given steps to apply.
Direct Link To Apply Online for KPSC FDA SDA Exam 2021
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Step 1: Click on the above-given link.
Step 2: Candidates have to register themselves if they are first-time users. Enter relevant details and generate a login ID and password.
Step 3: Find the link for KPSC FDA or KPSC SDA whichever post you wish to apply for.
Step 4: Click on 'Click Here To Apply'
Step 5: Enter all the relevant information required to fill the application form. If you are facing any trouble while uploading a photo/signature/thumb impression, use the
Step 6: Pay the application fee.
Step 7: Take a printout of the application form.
KPSC FDA SDA Application Fee
The application fee depends on the applicant's category. The application fee for the General/Unreserved category is Rs. 600. The SC/ST candidates are exempted. Every candidate, irrespective of the category will have to pay the processing fee of Rs. 35/- along with the application fee. The application fee is nonrefundable. The application fee for each category is as follows.
Category |
Application Fee |
Processing Fee |
General |
Rs. 600/- |
Rs. 35/- |
2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B |
Rs. 300/- |
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Ex-Servicemen |
Rs. 50/- |
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SC/ST |
Rs. 0/- |
KPSC FDA SDA Selection Process 2021
A. KPSC FDA Selection Process
It is expected that the selection process for the post of First Division Assistant will take place in two stages. The candidates will have to appear for the written examination before facing the final interview. The candidate will have to appear for a total of three papers. It is expected that the candidates may also have to appear for the skill test along with the interview. Hence the selection for the post of FDA will be as follows.
- Written examination
- Interview/Skill Test
B. KPSC SDA Selection Process
The candidates who will apply for the post of Second Division Assistant will also have to appear for the same type of written examination. The candidates who will successfully clear this examination will appear for document verification. The candidate may also have to face the interview in some cases. Hence, the selection process for SDA is as below.
- Written examination
- Document Verification/Interview
KPSC FDA SDA Eligibility Criteria 2021
In order to apply for this recruitment, a candidate has to satisfy certain rules of eligibility. These rules or criteria are defined in terms of age limit and educational qualification. The applications of the ineligible candidates will be rejected. Each criterion has been discussed below.
A. KPSC FDA Eligibility Criteria
- Age limit
- Maximum Age: 35 years
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Educational Qualification: A Bachelor's degree/ equivalent from a UGC recognized university.
B. KPSC SDA Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit:
- Maximum Age: 35 years
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Educational Qualification: Candidate should be 12th class/ diploma/ ITI passed in the relevant stream from a recognized university.
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KPSC FDA SDA Syllabus 2021
A. KPSC FDA SDA Compulsory/Mandatory Kannada Syllabus
- A comprehensive understanding
- Translation from English to Kannada
- Word knowledge
- Short essay
- Word experiment
- Content abbreviation
B. KPSC FDA SDA General English/General Kannada Syllabus
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Spellings
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
C. KPSC FDA SDA General Knowledge Syllabus
Indian Constitution Current events General science - Culture
Geography of India - Everyday observation
Indian History
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KPSC FDA SDA Exam Pattern 2021
Candidates must note that the pattern of examination will be the same for both FDA and SDA. The examination phase will consist of three papers namely, Mandatory Kannada, General English/ General Kannada and, General Knowledge. Candidates will have the choice to choose between General English and General Kannada for the second paper. The duration of each paper will be 90 minutes. All the papers will be objective type except Mandatory Kannada.
Sr.No. |
Section |
Type |
Marks |
Duration |
1. |
Compulsory/Mandatory Kannada |
Descriptive |
150 |
90 minutes |
2. |
General English/ General Kannada |
Objective type multiple choice questions |
100 |
90 minutes |
3. |
General Knowledge |
Objective type multiple choice questions |
100 |
90 minutes |
TOTAL |
350 |
270 minutes |
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KPSC FDA SDA Admit Card 2021
The admit card will be released by the KPSC on their online portal approximately a week before the examination. It is mandatory for candidates to carry the admit card for the examination without fail. It is expected that the following steps can be used to download the admit card whenever it is released.
Direct Link To Download KPSC FDA SDA Hall Ticket
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Step 1: Click on the above given direct link.
Step 2: Log in using your credentials and entering the captcha.
Step 3: Find the link to download the admit card for the relevant stage of selection.
Step 4: Download the admit card.
Step 5: Take a print out on a clean white paper.
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KPSC FDA SDA Salary
Selected candidates will be offered wieat benefits with the salary. In addition to pay, they will also be eligible for various allowances as per the rules of the Karnataka Government.
Post |
Pay Scale |
Additional Benefits |
First Division Assistant (FDA) |
INR 14,550 to 26,700/- |
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Second Division Assistant (SDA) |
INR 21,400 to 42,000/- |
KPSC FDA SDA Cut off 2021
The cut-off marks are the minimum qualifying marks that an aspirant must score. The cut-off depends on the category of the aspirant. The expected cut off for the written test is as follows. The cut off marks for FDA and SDA will be similar.
Category |
Cut off marks |
General/Unreserved |
170-180 |
SC |
150-160 |
ST |
145-155 |
2A/2B/3A/3B |
160-170 |
PH |
130-140 |
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KPSC FDA SDA Answer Key 2021
Once the examination is conducted, the KPSC will soon issue a tentative answer key on the official KPSC website. This key will consist of all the questions and their corresponding right options. Candidates will be given a deadline before which the candidates can challenge or raise objections. Candidates will have to pay a certain amount per objection. The details regarding this process will be released after the exam along with the tentative answer key itself. Once all the objections are addressed, the KPSC will release the final answer key.
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How to Prepare for KPSC FDA SDA Exam 2021?
KPSC is one of the reputed organizations so the level of examination can be difficult. Here are some tips to help you with the KPSC FDA SDA exam preparations:
- Read Kannada and English literature to understand the rules of both the languages. Focus on grammatical rules.
- Stay updated with
PrepForSure Current Affairs and score well in General Awareness. - Prepare well for the interview round and appear confident in front of the authorities.
Recommended Books for KPSC FDA SDA 2021
Given below are some of the recommended KPSC FDA SDA books by the experts for your reference. Study with these latest edition books and ace your examinations:
Book |
Section |
Publisher |
Author |
Kannada Grammar & Composition |
Kannada |
Shayamaraj |
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Quick learning Objective General English |
English |
S Chand's |
RS Aggarwal & Vikas Aggarwal |
NCERT IX & X Books (History, Civics, Geography) |
General Awareness |
NCERT |
—- |
Know Your State (Karnataka) |
General Awareness |
Arihant |
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KPSC FDA SDA Result 2021
The KPSC candidates can make use of the following steps to check the result.
Step 1:Visit the KPSC website.
Step 2: Look for 'The Result' under the 'To the notice of applicant' section.
Step 3: Click on the link showing the result for the relevant stage of selection.
Step 4: Search for your registration number using CTRL+F.
Step 5: If your name appears you have qualified.
Step 6: Alternatively, candidates can access the KPSC Official Website
Step 7: Repeat the above steps.
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