About Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is an autonomous organization established by the Government of Karnataka to conduct competitive examinations and recruitment for various government departments and educational institutions. It ensures a transparent and merit-based selection process for admissions and government appointments across the state.

Apart from conducting entrance examinations such as KCET and recruitment tests, KEA regularly recruits candidates for Group-C and other government posts on behalf of different Karnataka government departments through online competitive examinations.

KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026 Overview

KEA Land Surveyor Notification 2026 PDF

The Karnataka Examinations Authority has released two separate recruitment notifications for the Surveyor (Bhoomapaka) posts:

• 560 Surveyor Posts - Regular (RPC) Cadre
• 190 Surveyor Posts - Kalyana-Karnataka Local Cadre

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the online application.

KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

KEA Land Surveyor Vacancy 2026

KEA has announced 750 vacancies for Surveyor (Bhoomapaka) posts under two different cadres.

Horizontal Reservation

KEA Land Surveyor Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification and age criteria prescribed in the official notification.

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized institution:

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• Diploma in Engineering/Technology
• AMIE in Engineering
• Degree in Engineering or Technology
• B.Sc. in Mathematics
• B.Sc. in Physics
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Instrumentation
• B.Sc. in Electronics & Communication
• B.Sc. in Agriculture

Age Limit (As on 7 August 2026)

Minimum Age: 18 Years

Additional age relaxation is applicable for eligible categories as per Karnataka Government rules.

KEA Land Surveyor Application Fee

KEA Land Surveyor Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive a salary under the 2024 Revised Karnataka State Pay Scale.

In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical benefits, Leave benefits, Pension benefits (as applicable), and other state government allowances.

KEA Land Surveyor Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of the following stages:

• Written Competitive Examination
• Kannada Language Test (Qualifying, wherever applicable)
• Document Verification
• Medical Fitness Verification
• Departmental Survey Training during probation

KEA Land Surveyor Exam Pattern 2026

Negative Marking

• 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

KEA Land Surveyor Syllabus 2026

Paper-I

• Current Affairs
• Indian Constitution
• Karnataka History
• Indian History
• Geography
• Karnataka Geography
• Panchayat Raj
• Rural Development
• General Science
• Karnataka Economy

Paper-II

• Mathematics
• Physics
• Geography
• Surveying
• Modern Survey Techniques
• GPS
• GIS
• DGPS
• GNSS
• Remote Sensing
• Drone Survey
• Photogrammetry
• AutoCAD
• MS Office
• Computer Applications
• Land Records Information Technology

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling out the application form:

• Aadhaar Card
• SSLC Certificate
• Degree/Diploma Certificates
• Marks Cards
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate
• Rural Reservation Certificate
• Kannada Medium Certificate (if applicable)
• Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Signature

How to Apply for KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official KEA website.
2. Open the Surveyor Recruitment 2026 application link.
3. Register using your basic details.
4. Fill in the online application form carefully.
5. Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
6. Pay the application fee through online mode.
7. Verify all details before final submission.
8. Submit the application form.
9. Download and print the application form for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Apply through online mode only.
• Ensure all eligibility conditions are fulfilled before applying.
• Applications with incorrect or incomplete information may be rejected.
• Keep your registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process.
• Carry the admit card and a valid photo identity proof to the examination centre.
• No corrections will be allowed after final submission of the application.

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