Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) is gearing up to begin the recruitment process for Agriculture Officer (AO) and Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) posts in 2025. This year, the commission will fill a total of 273 vacancies, with 42 positions for Agriculture Officers and 231 for Assistant Agriculture Officers.
This recruitment drive is a major opportunity for candidates who want to build a career in Karnataka’s agricultural sector. Aspirants are eagerly waiting for updates regarding the exam dates and hall ticket release.
KPSC AO, AAO Exam Highlights 2025
The KPSC AO and AAO exams are expected to be highly competitive. The official exam date has not been announced yet, so candidates are advised to keep checking the official KPSC website at kpsc.kar.nic.in for the latest notifications.
In the meantime, candidates should focus on understanding the exam pattern and syllabus to stay ahead in their preparation.
KPSC AO, AAO Exam Pattern 2025
The selection process starts with a written examination that includes two papers:
- General Paper
- Topics: Current Affairs, General Knowledge, Karnataka State Affairs
- Marks: 300
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Specific Paper (Agriculture-focused)
- Topics: Crop Production, Soil Science, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics
- Marks: 300
- Duration: 2 hours
Note: There will be a negative marking of ¼ mark for every incorrect answer.
Minimum qualifying marks for General category candidates: 35%
How to Download KPSC AO, AAO Hall Ticket 2025
Once the hall tickets are released, candidates should follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official website — kpsc.kar.nic.in
- Click on the “Hall Ticket” section on the homepage.
- Find and click on the link “KPSC AO & AAO Hall Ticket 2025”.
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth/Password.
- Click on Submit to view your hall ticket.
- Download and print the hall ticket for exam day use.
Direct link to the official KPSC website: kpsc.kar.nic.in
KPSC AO, AAO Recruitment Process: Key Stages
The KPSC recruitment process involves the following stages:
- Written Examination: Two papers (General + Specific)
- Kannada Language Test: Mandatory for candidates who have not studied Kannada in their academic records.
- Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted from the exam must verify their documents to prove eligibility.
