KEA Village Administrative Officer Recruitment 2026: 67 Posts (Kalyana-Karnataka)

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has released Notification No. ADI/KEA/27/NEV/2026(KK), dated 10 July 2026, inviting online applications for the recruitment of Grama Aadalitha Adhikari (Village Administrative Officer) — a Group ‘C’ post under the Revenue Department. This recruitment is specifically for the local cadre vacancies in the Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) region, covering the districts of Kalaburagi, Bidar, and Raichur, filling a total of 67 vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply online from 11 July 2026 to 30 July 2026.

KEA Village Administrative Officer (Kalyana-Karnataka) Recruitment 2026: Highlights

District-wise Vacancy Details

Note: Vacancy and reservation-category details are provisional and subject to revision by the Revenue Department/District Officers from time to time, as per Government orders.

Who Can Apply

This notification is meant for candidates seeking recruitment under the Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) local cadre for the Grama Aadalitha Adhikari post. Candidates can apply for only ONE district — applications for more than one district are not permitted.

Educational Qualification

PUC (Pre-University Course) or an equivalent qualification, as prescribed by the Karnataka Pre-University Education Board or a recognized equivalent (CBSE/ICSE Class 12, NIOS senior secondary, NIOS vocational courses, or a diploma recognized as equivalent to PUC per applicable Government orders).

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Age Limit

Minimum age: 18 years as on the last date of application submission. Additional age relaxations apply for Government service candidates, Ex-Servicemen, NCC instructors, PwD candidates, widows, and other specified categories as per Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977.

Application Fee

Fee must be paid online only. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Salary

Pay Scale: Rs.34,100 – 800 – 35,700 – 900 – 39,300 – 1,000 – 43,300 – 1,125 – 47,800 – 1,250 – 52,800 – 1,375 – 58,300 – 1,500 – 64,300 – 1,650 – 67,600. Probation period: 2 years. National Pension Scheme (NPS) benefits are applicable.

Selection Process

Selection is through an offline OMR-based Competitive Examination consisting of two papers, both conducted on 25 October 2026:

Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% marks in the competitive examination to be eligible for consideration in the merit list. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each wrong answer.

Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, 50-200KB) and signature (JPEG, 50-70KB)
• Aadhaar Card
• SSLC or equivalent certificate showing date of birth
• Qualifying examination mark card / PUC or equivalent certificate
• Caste/Category certificate (Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Category-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, as applicable)
• Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
• Kannada Medium student certificate (if applicable)
• Rural candidate certificate (if applicable, in prescribed format)
• Third Gender certificate (if applicable)
• Income and caste certificate for reservation category candidates

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Visit the KEA official website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/
2. Click on the relevant recruitment link and register/log in to fill the online application form.
3. Select only ONE district for application — multiple district applications are not allowed.
4. Fill in all personal, educational, and category details accurately.
5. Upload photograph, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the applicable application fee online before 31 July 2026.
7. Download and print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Why You Should Apply

This is a stable Group ‘C’ Government job in the Karnataka Revenue Department with a respectable pay scale, NPS benefits, and long-term career stability. Being a local-cadre KK recruitment, it offers a focused opportunity for candidates connected to the Kalyana-Karnataka region with comparatively lower competition than state-wide recruitments.

Preparation Tips

• Focus on Karnataka-specific General Knowledge — state history, geography, Panchayat Raj institutions, and economic development, as these carry significant weight in Paper-1.
• Strengthen your General Kannada and General English language skills for Paper-2.
• Practice OMR-based mock tests to get accustomed to the offline exam format and negative marking scheme.
• Keep all documents (photo, signature, certificates) ready in the exact file size/format specified before starting the online application.
• Apply only once you have selected the correct district, as changes are not permitted after submission.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in KEA Village Administrative Officer (Kalyana-Karnataka) Recruitment 2026?

67 vacancies across Kalaburagi (40), Bidar (17), and Raichur (10) districts.

What is the last date to apply online?

30 July 2026, with fee payment permitted until 31 July 2026.

What is the educational qualification required for this post?

PUC (Pre-University Course) or an equivalent qualification.

When is the competitive examination scheduled?

25 October 2026, with Paper-1 in the morning and Paper-2 in the afternoon.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

18-40 years for General Merit, up to 43 years for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and up to 45 years for SC/ST/Category-1 candidates.

What is the pay scale for Village Administrative Officer?

Rs.34,100 – Rs.67,600 as per the Karnataka pay matrix.

Can I apply for more than one district?

No, candidates can apply for only one district under this notification.

What is the minimum qualifying mark in the competitive examination?

Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% marks to be eligible for the merit list.

Is there negative marking in this examination?

Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.

How can I apply for this recruitment?

Applications must be submitted online through the KEA official website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.