KEA Recruitment 2026 – Latest Notifications, Admit Card & Result
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is the official node in Karnataka responsible for conducting common entrance tests and recruitment examinations for various government departments. Track every KEA recruitment notification, admit card, and result on this page, along with eligibility, pay, and application details below.
Active KEA Jobs
KEA Kalyana Karnataka Group C Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 210 Electrician, Water Supply Operator and More Posts
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), on behalf of the Directorate of Municipal Administration, Government of Karnataka
Karnataka Prisons and Reforms Services Department, Jailor, Warder (Vikshakaru), Warder cum Nursing, Second Grade Teacher (Instructor Grade-II) 2026
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru, on behalf of Karnataka Prisons and Reforms Services Department
KEA Admit Cards
KEA Recruitment Overview
| Recruiting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is the official node in Karnataka responsible for conducting common entrance tests and recruitment examinations for various government departments. |
| Post Types | Village Accountant, Graduate Primary School Teacher, Assistant Professor, Panchayati Raj Staff, Junior Engineer, Surveyor, Horticulture Officer |
| Vacancy Scale | Varies widely from a few hundred to several thousand depending on the requisition from state departments. |
| Application Mode | Online through the official KEA application portal. |
| Selection Process | Selection is primarily based on a competitive written exam or OMR test, followed by document verification. |
| Official Website | https://kea.kar.nic.in |
KEA Eligibility Criteria
| Post Type | Education | Age Limit | Age Relaxation | Other Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village Accountant / Administrative Officer | Passed 12th standard or PUC equivalent from a recognized board. | 18 to 35 years for General candidates. | Up to 38 years for Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, and 40 years for SC, ST, and Category-1. | Compulsory knowledge of Kannada language and computer literacy as specified in the rules. |
| Graduate Primary School Teacher / High School Teacher | Bachelor Degree in relevant discipline with B.Ed or D.Ed qualification. | 18 to 35 years for General merit candidates. | 3 years for OBC candidates and 5 years for SC, ST, and Category-1 candidates. | Passing the Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (K TET) or equivalent is required. |
| Junior Engineer / Surveyor | Diploma or Degree in Civil or relevant Engineering discipline from a recognized institution. | 18 to 35 years for General candidates. | Upper age limit relaxed by 3 to 5 years for reserved categories. | Kannada language proficiency test clearance may be mandatory if not studied in SSLC. |
KEA Salary and Pay Details
| Post | Pay Details |
|---|---|
| Village Accountant / Lower Division Posts | As per Karnataka state pay scales, typically starting in the basic pay range of Rs. 21,400 to Rs. 42,000 plus allowances. |
| Graduate Primary Teacher / Junior Engineer | State government scale of pay, usually ranging from Rs. 27,650 to Rs. 52,650 plus state DA and HRA. |
| Assistant Professor / Technical Officer | UGC pay scale or state equivalent, typically starting in higher pay bands such as Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400. |
KEA Selection Process
The selection process conducted by KEA generally involves an objective competitive exam conducted using OMR sheets or computer-based testing. Candidates must qualify in paper I and paper II depending on the specific post standards, which may include a mandatory Kannada language test. A final merit list is prepared based on written test marks, followed by strict offline document verification before recommendation to the user department.
How to Apply for KEA Recruitment
Visit the official portal at kea.kar.nic.in and click on the recruitment section.
Select the active recruitment link for the specific post you wish to apply for.
Register by providing your basic details, valid mobile number, and email address.
Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational information.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates.
Pay the prescribed application fee through the available online payment gateway modes.
Submit the final application form and download a copy for future reference.
Documents Required for KEA Recruitment
- 1SSLC Marks Card for age proof
- 2PUC or Graduation Degree Certificates
- 3Category or Caste Certificate for reservation benefits
- 4Rural Candidate Certificate if applicable
- 5Kannada Medium Certificate if applicable
- 6Disability Certificate if applying under PwD quota
- 7Scanned Passport Photograph and Signature
- 8Valid Photo Identity Card like Aadhaar
Past KEA Recruitments (Archive)
KEA Recruitment 2026: Karnataka Examinations Authority
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is the Karnataka state government's central examination and recruitment agency, best known for conducting entrance tests like KCET and PGCET but equally active as a recruitment agency on behalf of state departments that do not run their own exam cells. When a Karnataka government department needs to fill posts such as Village Accountant, Teacher, Horticulture Officer, Surveyor, or Group C support staff, KEA frequently conducts the written exam and manages the application process on its behalf, even though the actual recruiting department and post vary from one notification to the next.
Because KEA acts on behalf of different departments for different exams, eligibility, pay scale, and selection process differ by notification rather than following one fixed pattern. Most KEA-administered recruitments require at least a Class 10 or 12 pass for support posts and a relevant degree or diploma for technical and teaching posts, with selection generally through a written Computer Based Test followed by document verification and, for some posts, an interview or skill test.
Applications for KEA-administered recruitment are submitted online through the official KEA website at kea.kar.nic.in, and candidates should always cross-check the specific department and post in each notification rather than assuming one eligibility standard across all KEA exams.
New KEA-administered notifications, admit cards, and results go up here as soon as they are released, across every department KEA recruits for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Open the specific KEA recruitment notification listed on this page, check the eligibility and last date, then apply online through the official link in that notification or directly at https://kea.kar.nic.in. Never pay a fee or share documents outside the official application portal.
Admit cards and results for KEA recruitment are listed in the Admit Cards and Results sections on this page as soon as they are officially released. Bookmark this page and check back closer to the expected release date.
This page is refreshed automatically whenever a new KEA recruitment notification, admit card, or result is published, and it is checked at least every few hours.
No. This page tracks publicly announced KEA recruitment, but the official website is https://kea.kar.nic.in. Always apply and pay only on the official site named in each notification.
Upper age limits are relaxed by 3 years for Category 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B candidates, and by 5 years for SC, ST, and Category-1 applicants. Ex-servicemen and persons with benchmark disabilities receive additional relaxations as per Karnataka government norms.
Yes, candidates who have not studied Kannada as a first or second language in SSLC or equivalent must clear a compulsory Kannada language test conducted by KEA to be eligible for selection.
Candidates must access the KEA portal, select the specific recruitment notification, register with basic contact details, fill in the application form, upload documents, and complete the fee payment online.
Applicants must produce original marks cards, caste and income certificates, domicile or rural status documents, photo ID, and valid proof of age alongside self-attested photocopies.
Salaries are fixed according to Karnataka Civil Services revised pay rules for the specific user department post. Remuneration includes basic pay along with standard allowances like Dearness Allowance and House Rent Allowance.
KEA releases recruitment notifications throughout the year whenever various state departments entrust their selection processes to the authority. Candidates should check the portal regularly for new advertisements.
Official notifications, syllabus details, exam schedules, and results are published exclusively on the official KEA website at kea.kar.nic.in. Candidates should avoid unverified third-party sources.