KEA VAO Recruitment 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Notification on 10 July 2026. Through this recruitment drive, a total of 572 Village Administrative Officer (Village Accountant) vacancies have been announced under the Revenue Department.
The vacancies are divided into 505 posts under the General/State-wide (RPC) cadre and 67 posts under the Kalyana-Karnataka cadre (Article 371(J)).
The online application process begins on 11 July 2026 and will remain open until 30 July 2026. Candidates can submit the application fee until 31 July 2026 through the official KEA website.
KEA VAO Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post Name | Village Administrative Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 572 |
| General/RPC Vacancies | 505 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Vacancies | 67 |
| Notification Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Competitive Examination (Offline OMR) |
| Salary | ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 July 2026 |
| General/RPC Examination | 4 October 2026 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Exam Date | To be announced |
KEA VAO Vacancy 2026
A total of 572 vacancies have been announced.
General / RPC Cadre Vacancy Details (505 Posts)
| District | Vacancies |
| Bengaluru Nagara | 20 |
| Bengaluru Gramantara | 29 |
| Chitradurga | 15 |
| Chikkaballapura | 21 |
| Tumakuru | 50 |
| Shivamogga | 18 |
| Kolara | 22 |
| Bengaluru Dakshina | 30 |
| Mysuru | 45 |
| Mandya | 50 |
| Hassana | 35 |
| Udupi | 10 |
| Dakshina Kannada | 20 |
| Chamarajanagara | 31 |
| Chikkamagaluru | 10 |
| Belagavi | 48 |
| Bagalakote | 16 |
| Gadaga | 14 |
| Haveri | 15 |
| Bidar | 4 |
| Raichuru | 2 |
| Total | 505 |
Kalyana-Karnataka Cadre Vacancy Details (67 Posts)
| District | Vacancies |
| Kalaburagi | 40 |
| Bidar | 17 |
| Raichuru | 10 |
| Total | 67 |
KEA VAO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification before applying.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must have passed PUC (Pre-University Course) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka.
Accepted equivalent qualifications include:
- Class 12 examination conducted by CBSE
- Class 12 examination conducted by ICSE
- Class 12 examination conducted by State Education Boards
- Senior Secondary/HSC conducted by NIOS
- Two-year ITI course along with one language subject and one general subject cleared through a pre-degree level board examination
KEA VAO Age Limit 2026
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
| General / Unreserved | 40 Years |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | 43 Years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 45 Years |
Minimum Age: 18 Years (as on the last date of application).
Age Relaxation
Further age relaxation is available for eligible categories including:
- Karnataka Government employees
- Local body employees
- State PSU employees
- Ex-servicemen
- NCC full-time supervisors
- Village-level rural employment scheme surveyors
- Special Chetana candidates
- Government of India Census organization employees
- Widows
- Divorcees
- Retrenched employees
- Third Gender candidates (10 years relaxation)
Candidates must produce original certificates during document verification to claim age relaxation.
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KEA VAO Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹750 (₹500 Application Fee + ₹250 Processing Fee) |
| SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender | ₹500 (₹250 Application Fee + ₹250 Processing Fee) |
| Special Chetana Candidates | ₹250 (Processing Fee Only) |
Note: The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid through online mode only.
KEA VAO Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of:
- Written Competitive Examination
- Offline OMR-based Test
KEA VAO Salary 2026
Candidates selected as Village Administrative Officers will receive a pay scale of:
₹34,100 – ₹67,600
Selected candidates will also be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS) and will undergo a two-year probation period as per the appointment terms.
How to Apply Online for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026
Candidates can complete the online application process by following these steps:
- Visit the official KEA website.
- Open the VAO Recruitment 2026 application link applicable to your cadre.
- Register using the required basic details.
- Complete the online application form carefully.
- Select only one district while filling the application.
- Upload the required photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Verify all details before submission.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the submitted application form and fee payment receipt for future reference.
Documents Required During Online Application
Candidates need to upload:
| Document | Format |
| Photograph | JPEG (50 KB–200 KB) |
| Signature | JPEG (50 KB–70 KB) |
Important Instructions
- Applications are accepted through online mode only.
- Candidates can apply for only one district.
- Multiple district applications will not be accepted.
- No corrections will be allowed after final submission.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.
KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Highlights
- Notification released on 10 July 2026.
- Total 572 vacancies announced.
- Online application starts from 11 July 2026.
- Last date to apply is 30 July 2026.
- Fee payment deadline is 31 July 2026.
- Selection will be through an Offline OMR Written Examination.
- Salary ranges from ₹34,100 to ₹67,600.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 30 July 2026. The application fee can be paid until 31 July 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies have been announced?
A total of 572 vacancies have been announced, including 505 General/RPC posts and 67 Kalyana-Karnataka posts.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed PUC (10+2) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on a Written Competitive Examination conducted in Offline OMR mode.
Q5. What is the salary for KEA Village Administrative Officer?
The pay scale is ₹34,100 – ₹67,600.
Q6. What is the application fee?
- General/2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹750
- SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen/Third Gender: ₹500
- Special Chetana Candidates: ₹250
Q7. When will the examination be held?
The General/RPC examination is scheduled for 4 October 2026, while the Kalyana-Karnataka examination date will be announced later.
