KEA VAO Recruitment 2026

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially announced the KEA Village Administrative Officer (VAO) Recruitment 2026 to fill 572 vacancies in the Karnataka Revenue Department. The recruitment has been released under two separate notifications covering the General/RPC Cadre and the Kalyana-Karnataka Cadre.

This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for 12th-pass candidates seeking a stable Karnataka Government job with an attractive salary ranging from ₹34,100 to ₹67,600 along with government allowances and benefits. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications until 30 July 2026.

About Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is an autonomous body established by the Government of Karnataka to conduct entrance examinations and recruitment tests for various educational institutions and government departments.

Apart from conducting CET examinations for professional courses, KEA is responsible for recruiting candidates for several Karnataka Government departments through transparent, merit-based selection processes. For the Village Administrative Officer Recruitment 2026, KEA is conducting the recruitment on behalf of the Karnataka Revenue Department.

Village Administrative Officers (VAOs), also known as Village Accountants or Grama Aadalitha Adhikaris, play an important role in village administration by maintaining land records, revenue collection, issuing certificates, and assisting in the implementation of various government welfare schemes.

KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Highlights

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KEA VAO Vacancy 2026

The Karnataka Revenue Department has announced 572 vacancies for Village Administrative Officer posts.

The vacancies are distributed across multiple districts of Karnataka, including Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mandya, Tumakuru, Belagavi, Hassan, Shivamogga, Kalaburagi, Bidar, and Raichur.

KEA VAO Eligibility Criteria 2026

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

Educational Qualification

Applicants should have passed PUC (Pre-University Course/Class 12) or any qualification recognized as equivalent by the Government of Karnataka.

Eligible qualifications include:

• Karnataka PUC
• CBSE Class 12
• ICSE Class 12
• Other State Board Higher Secondary
• NIOS Senior Secondary
• 2-Year ITI with prescribed language and subject qualification
• 3-Year Diploma (where applicable under notification conditions)

Candidates possessing higher educational qualifications are also eligible.

KEA VAO Age Limit (As on 30 July 2026)

Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen, Government Employees, Persons with Disabilities (PwD), Widows, and other eligible categories is applicable as per Karnataka Government rules.

KEA VAO Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online through the prescribed payment gateway.

KEA VAO Selection Process 2026

The recruitment process consists of the following stages:

• Compulsory Kannada Language Test (Qualifying)
• Offline OMR-Based Written Examination
• Document Verification

Candidates qualifying the written examination and Kannada language requirement will be shortlisted for certificate verification.

KEA VAO Exam Pattern 2026

Compulsory Kannada Language Test

Marks obtained in this test will not be considered for preparing the final merit list.

Written Examination

Key Features

• Offline OMR-Based Examination
• Objective Type Questions
• 100 Questions in each paper
• 0.25 Negative Mark for every incorrect answer

KEA VAO Syllabus 2026

Paper I

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

Paper II

• General Kannada
• General English
• Computer Knowledge

KEA VAO Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive a salary under the Karnataka Government Pay Scale.

In addition to the basic pay, candidates will receive admissible allowances, pension benefits (as applicable), leave benefits, medical facilities, and other government allowances.

How to Apply for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026

Candidates can complete the online application by following these steps:

1. Visit the official KEA website.
2. Open the VAO Recruitment 2026 application link.
3. Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
4. Log in using the generated credentials.
5. Fill in all personal and educational details carefully.
6. Select the preferred district (only one district is allowed).
7. Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
8. Pay the application fee online.
9. Verify all details before submission.
10. Submit the application and download the confirmation page.

Documents Required

• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• SSLC Certificate
• PUC/Class 12 Marksheet
• Aadhaar Card
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid ID Proof

Why Apply for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026?

• 572 Karnataka Government vacancies
• Suitable for PUC (12th Pass) candidates
• Attractive salary up to ₹67,600
• Karnataka Revenue Department job
• Government allowances and benefits
• Transparent recruitment through KEA
• Good career growth opportunities
• Secure government employment

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