JKAS Mains Syllabus
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Total Marks: 1750 (8 Merit Papers + Qualifying English Paper). Qualifying Paper: English 300 Marks (Qualifying in Nature). Merit Papers (250 Marks Each): Paper I Essay, Paper II General Studies I, Paper III General Studies II, Paper IV General Studies III, Paper V General Studies IV, Paper VI Optional Subject Paper I, Paper VII Optional Subject Paper II.
- Qualifying Paper: English 300 Marks (Qualifying in Nature)
- Merit Papers (250 Marks Each): Essay, GS I to GS IV, Optional Paper I and Optional Paper II
- Personality Test (Interview): Total Marks 275
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Syllabus
JKAS Syllabus for Mains
Main Examination
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying | English (Qualifying in Nature) | 300 |
| Paper I | Essay writing on multiple topics of national, international, and social importance | 250 |
| Paper II | General Studies I: Indian Heritage and Culture, History of India, World History, Geography of India and the World, Society | 250 |
| Paper III | General Studies II: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, International Relations | 250 |
| Paper IV | General Studies III: Technology, Economic Development, Agriculture, Environment, Biodiversity, Disaster Management, Internal Security | 250 |
| Paper V | General Studies IV: Ethics, Integrity, Aptitude, Emotional Intelligence, Public Service Values, Case Studies | 250 |
| Paper VI | Optional Subject Paper I | 250 |
| Paper VII | Optional Subject Paper II | 250 |
The Personality Test assesses a candidate: Mental alertness, Leadership qualities, Decision making ability, Communication skills, Analytical thinking, General awareness, Suitability for a career in the Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Services. This three stage process evaluates not only academic knowledge but also the overall personality and administrative aptitude required for a successful career in the Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Services (JKAS).
Essay
GS I: Indian Heritage, History, Geography, Society
GS II: Polity, Governance, International Relations
GS III: Economy, Environment, Science & Tech, Security
GS IV: Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude
Optional Subject
Language Papers
JKAS Mains GS I: History, Geography, Society
JKAS Mains GS II: Polity, Governance, International Relations
JKAS Mains GS III: Economy, Environment, Science & Tech
JKAS Mains GS IV: Ethics
Optional Subject
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