Karnataka KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026 Notification on 11 July 2026. Through this recruitment drive, KEA has announced 750 Surveyor (ಭೂಮಾಪಕರು) vacancies under the Department of Survey Settlement and Land Records, Bengaluru.
The vacancies are divided into 560 posts under the General/State-wide (RPC) cadre and 190 posts for the Kalyana-Karnataka region under Article 371(J).
The online application process starts on 11 July 2026 and will continue until 7 August 2026. Candidates must complete the fee payment on or before 10 August 2026. The selection process consists of a competitive written examination conducted in Offline OMR mode.
KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Department | Department of Survey Settlement and Land Records, Bengaluru |
| Post Name | Surveyor (ಭೂಮಾಪಕರು) |
| Total Vacancies | 750 |
| General/RPC Vacancies | 560 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Vacancies | 190 |
| Notification Date | 11 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Competitive Examination (Offline OMR) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 37,500 – 76,100 |
| Registration Starts | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
KEA Land Surveyor Vacancy 2026
KEA has released a total of 750 vacancies for the Surveyor post under two separate recruitment notifications.
| Recruitment Category | Notification Type | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| General / State-wide Cadre | RPC | 560 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Region (Article 371-J) | KK | 190 |
| Total | — | 750 |
Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important events related to the recruitment process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 11 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 August 2026 |
| General/RPC Written Examination | 3–4 October 2026 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Written Examination | 24–25 October 2026 |
KEA Land Surveyor Notification 2026
KEA has issued two separate recruitment notifications for this recruitment drive.
| Notification | Details |
|---|---|
| General/RPC Notification | 560 Posts |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Notification | 190 Posts |
The notification contains complete information regarding vacancies, eligibility, reservation, application procedure, age relaxation, examination pattern, and other recruitment guidelines.
KEA Land Surveyor Apply Online 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official KEA online portal between 11 July 2026 and 7 August 2026.
Applicants should carefully fill in all personal and educational details before final submission, as no corrections will be allowed after the application has been submitted.
How to Apply for KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to complete the online application process:
- Visit the official KEA website. cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
- Select the appropriate Surveyor Recruitment 2026 notification (General/RPC or Kalyana-Karnataka).
- Register using the required basic details.
- Complete the online application form with personal, educational, and category information.
- Upload the required photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Verify all details carefully.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application.
- Download and keep a printout of the application form and fee payment receipt for future reference.
Documents Required for Online Application
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Photograph | JPEG format (50 KB–200 KB) |
| Signature | JPEG format (50 KB–70 KB) |
Application Fee
The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | Rs. 750 |
| SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender | Rs. 500 |
| Special Chetana (Persons with Disabilities) | Rs. 250 |
Note: The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid through online mode only.
KEA Land Surveyor Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy both the educational qualification and age criteria before applying.
Educational Qualification
Applicants should possess any one of the following qualifications:
| Qualification Stream | Details |
|---|---|
| Engineering | Degree in any branch of Engineering or Technology from a recognized university, or AMIE |
| Science | Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Instrumentation, Electronics & Communication, or Agriculture (B.Sc.) from a recognized university |
| Diploma | Diploma in any branch of Engineering or Technology from an AICTE-recognized institution |
Candidates possessing any of the above qualifications are eligible to apply.
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Age Limit
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 40 Years |
| Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | 43 Years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 45 Years |
- Minimum age required: 18 years as on the last date of application.
Age Relaxation
Additional age relaxation is available for eligible candidates belonging to specific 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 the applicable relaxation.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Competitive Examination | Offline OMR-based Objective Type Examination |
Selection will be made purely on the basis of the competitive written examination.
Salary
Candidates selected as Surveyors will receive the following pay scale.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 37,500 – 76,100 |
Selected candidates will also receive pensionary benefits under the National Pension Scheme (NPS).
Candidates selected under the Kalyana-Karnataka cadre will undergo a two-year probation period, including a six-month basic survey training. They must secure at least 35% in the theory examination and 40% in the practical examination during the training.
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Important Points
- Total vacancies announced: 750
- Online application mode only.
- Application correction is not allowed after final submission.
- Fee payment closes on 10 August 2026.
- Selection is based only on the written examination.
- Recruitment updates and the final selection list will be published on the official KEA website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 7 August 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to pay the application fee?
The application fee can be paid until 10 August 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies have been announced?
A total of 750 Surveyor vacancies have been released.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Candidates will be selected through a written competitive examination conducted in Offline OMR mode.
Q5. What is the salary for KEA Land Surveyor?
The pay scale is Rs. 37,500 – 76,100.
Q6. When will the written examination be conducted?
- General/RPC: 3–4 October 2026
- Kalyana-Karnataka: 24–25 October 2026
Q7. What educational qualifications are accepted?
Candidates with an eligible Engineering Degree, Engineering Diploma, AMIE, or specified Science Degree are eligible to apply.
