KPSC AO, AAO recruitment 2025: Know exam pattern, syllabus & hall ticket info – The Times of India

KPSC AO AAO Hall Ticket 2025: The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) is all set to conduct the recruitment process for the posts of Agriculture Officer (AO) and Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) in 2025. This year, the commission will fill a total of 273 vacancies, with 42 posts for Agriculture Officers and 231 for Assistant Agriculture Officers. The recruitment process is an excellent opportunity for candidates to join the agricultural sector in Karnataka, and aspirants are eagerly awaiting updates regarding the exam date and hall ticket release.
The KPSC AO and AAO recruitment exams are expected to be highly competitive. As the exam date is yet to be announced, candidates are advised to stay updated on the official KPSC website for the latest notifications. In the meantime, candidates can prepare by familiarising themselves with the exam pattern, syllabus, and steps to download the hall ticket once it is released.
KPSC AO, AAO exam details
The KPSC will conduct a written examination to select the eligible candidates for the AO and AAO positions. The examination will comprise two papers: a General Paper and a Specific Paper focusing on Agriculture. Both papers will be objective-type, containing multiple-choice questions.
• General Paper: This paper will cover topics such as Current Affairs, General Knowledge, and Karnataka State Affairs. It will carry a total of 300 marks and will have a duration of 1.5 hours.
• Specific Paper: The Specific Paper will focus on subjects related to Agriculture, including Crop Production, Soil Science, Horticulture, and Agricultural Economics. It will also carry 300 marks and will have a duration of 2 hours.
There is a negative marking of ¼ marks for every incorrect answer. The minimum qualifying marks for general candidates are 35%.
Steps to download KPSC AO, AAO hall ticket 2025
Once the KPSC releases the hall ticket, candidates must follow these steps to download it:
Step 1: Visit the official KPSC website at kpsc.kar.nic.in.
Step 2: On the homepage, click on the “Hall Ticket” section.
Step 3: Find the link titled “KPSC AO & AAO Hall Ticket 2025” and click on it.
Step 4: Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth/Password.
Step 5: Click the “Submit” button to access your hall ticket.
Step 6: Download and print the hall ticket for future reference.
Direct link to the KPSC AO, AAO official website
Important exam stages
The selection process includes a few important stages:
• Written Examination: The primary selection stage, comprising the General and Specific Papers.
• Kannada Language Test: If applicable, candidates who have not studied Kannada in their academic curriculum must pass this compulsory test.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates from the written exam will be called for document verification to confirm their eligibility.
Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates and exam-related announcements.