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Applications Open
Karnataka KEA Direct Recruitment Drive 2026 (4,744 Technical & Non-Technical Posts)
Official Commission / Board: Karnataka Examinations Authority
Recruitment Lifecycle Progress
Stage 01
Official Notification
Gazetted & Published
Stage 02
Online Application
Till 2026-10-30
Stage 03
Admit Card
Announcing Soon
Stage 04
Written Exam
November / December 2026
Stage 05
Final Result & Cutoff
Post-Exam Verification
Age Reckoning Date
As on 01 August 2026Base: 18 to 35 YearsBetween 02-08-1991 and 01-08-2008 (both dates inclusive)Total Vacancies
4,744 Posts2 Distinct CadresKARNATAKA State DrivePay Scale & In-Hand
₹25,500₹38,000 - ₹44,000 / month7th CPC 53% DA + HRAOfficial Examination & Recruitment Schedule
Gazette VerifiedApplications Open29 Sept 2026
Last Date to Apply30 Oct 2026
Admit Card ReleaseTo be released on portal
Exam Date / WindowNovember / December 2026
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification Breakdown
Official mapping of which degree, diploma, or certificate qualifies for which designated post
| Designated Post Name | Department / Cadre | Eligible Qualification Requirements | Vacancies | Age Bracket | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Division Assistant (FDA) / Senior Assistant | Various Karnataka State Government Boards & Corporations | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with Kannada language proficiency | 1,820 | 18 to 35 Years (OBC 38y, SC/ST 40y) | State Pay Scale (₹27,650 - ₹52,650) |
| Second Division Assistant (SDA) / Junior Assistant | Various Karnataka State Government Boards & Corporations | 12th Standard / 2nd PUC Pass or 3-Year Diploma | 2,924 | 18 to 35 Years (OBC 38y, SC/ST 40y) | State Pay Scale (₹21,400 - ₹42,000) |
Category-Wise Statutory Fees & Age Relaxation Matrix
Government prescribed fees, age concessions, and certificate verification requirements
| Category | Code | Statutory Fee | Upper Age Relaxation | Maximum Age | Statutory Concession Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | UR / GEN | ₹750 | No Age Relaxation | 35 Years | Standard fee applies |
| Economically Weaker Sections | EWS | ₹750 | No Age Relaxation (Merit Quota 10%) | 35 Years | Valid Income & Asset Certificate required |
| Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy) | OBC-NCL | ₹750 | +3 Years Upper Age Concession | 38 Years | Central Government format certificate required |
| Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes | SC / ST | ₹500 | +5 Years Upper Age Concession | 40 Years | Subsidized / Refundable Fee |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | PwBD / Divyang | Exempted (₹0) | +10 Years (PwBD-UR) / +13y (OBC) / +15y (SC/ST) | 45 to 50 Years | Disability Certificate (>40%) required |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Female | Exempted (₹0) | As per Category | 35 to 40 Years | Full Fee Waiver in Central Drives (UPSC/SSC) |
Official Selection Process Stages
Sequential evaluation hurdles from initial screening to final gazette appointment
1Competitive Computer Based Test (CBT) / OMR Examination
Mandatory Screening2Kannada Language Eligibility Test
Qualifying Stage3Merit Ranking & Document Verification
Final Merit StageAdvertisement · Sponsored Gazette Notice
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Official Scheme of Examination
Detailed Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Standards
Stage-wise marks breakdown, negative marking rules, topic list, physical efficiency criteria, and historical cut-offs.
1
Competitive Computer Based Test (CBT) / OMR Examination
Mode: Online (CBT)Duration: 90 Minutes
Negative Marking:1/4th (0.25) or 1/3rd (0.33) per incorrect response
Criteria:Standard qualifying marks: 40% for UR, 35% for OBC/SC/ST
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 | Composite |
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | 30 | 30 | Composite |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | Composite |
| Total Scheme | 100 Qs | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
2
Kannada Language Eligibility Test
Mode: Written / Skill TestDuration: 120 Minutes
Criteria:Merit compilation round
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Domain / Descriptive Evaluation | 50 | 100 | Composite |
| Total Scheme | 100 Qs | 200 Marks | 120 Minutes |
3
Merit Ranking & Document Verification
Mode: Document Verification & Medical FitnessDuration: Designated Centers
Criteria:Verification of original academic degrees, category certificates and biometric identity
Official Commission Directives & Candidate Instructions
Crucial conditions, verification rules, and examination hall mandates published in the official circular:
✓4,744 total vacancies across various Karnataka State Departments, Boards, and Public Corporations
✓Registration window open from 29 September to 30 October 2026
✓One-time registration (OTR) on KEA portal mandatory
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