KEA Recruitment 2026 for 320+ Pharmacy Officers, Nursing Officers, Assistant Horticulture Officers, Directors and Other Posts

Explore the latest Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) Recruitment 2026 notifications on this page. KEA conducts recruitment examinations and selection processes for various government departments and organizations in Karnataka. Find the latest vacancies, eligibility, application process, important dates, and official notification links.

KEA Recruitment 2026 for 233 Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Posts | Last Date: 30th August 2026

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the KEA Recruitment 2026 notification for 233 Pharmacy Officer and Nursing Officer vacancies. Candidates possessing D.Pharm, GNM, B.Sc Nursing or the prescribed qualification for the respective posts are eligible to apply. The recruitment includes vacancies under both the Hyderabad-Karnataka (KK) and Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) categories. Selected candidates will receive a salary under the Karnataka Government pay scale ranging from ₹44,425 to ₹99,400 per month. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications on or before 30 August 2026.

KEA Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Name of OrganizationKarnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Post NamesPharmacy Officer, Nursing Officer
EducationD.Pharm, GNM, B.Sc Nursing, 10th Pass (as per post)
Total Vacancies233
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationKarnataka
Last Date to Apply30 August 2026

KEA Vacancy

Post NameVacancyEducation
Pharmacy Officer (RPC)98D.Pharm
Nursing Officer (RPC)90GNM
Pharmacy Officer (KK)11D.Pharm
Nursing Officer (KK)3410th Pass with FNM or B.Sc Nursing

Salary

  • Pay Scale: ₹44,425 – ₹99,400 per month

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 35 years
  • Age relaxation is applicable as per Karnataka Government rules.

Application Fee

  • No application fee.

Selection Process

  • Interview

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official KEA recruitment portal.
  2. Open the Pharmacy Officer and Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 notification.
  3. Read the eligibility criteria and instructions carefully.
  4. Click on the online application link.
  5. Fill in the application form with the required details.
  6. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
  7. Review all details before submitting the application.
  8. Submit the application form on or before 30 August 2026 and save a copy for future reference.

Important Dates

Notification Released08 August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online30 August 2026

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Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026 for 85 Assistant Horticulture Officer and Director Posts | Last Date: 30th August 2026

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru, has announced 85 Group-B vacancies on behalf of the Karnataka Horticulture Department. The recruitment includes 75 Assistant Horticulture Officer and 10 Assistant Horticulture Director posts under the General and Kalyana Karnataka notifications. Candidates require a graduate or postgraduate degree in Horticulture from an ICAR-accredited university, depending on the position. Selection will be based on a competitive written examination, Kannada Language Test and document verification. Eligible candidates can apply online from 5 August to 30 August 2026, while the application fee can be paid until 31 August 2026.

Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Name of OrganizationKarnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru
DepartmentKarnataka Horticulture Department
Post NamesAssistant Horticulture Officer and Assistant Horticulture Director
EducationGraduate or postgraduate degree in Horticulture from an ICAR-accredited university
Total Vacancies85
Notification TypeGeneral and Kalyana Karnataka under Article 371(J)
Apply ModeOnline
Job TypeGovernment, Group-B Cadre
Job LocationMultiple locations, Karnataka, India
Application Start Date5 August 2026
Last Date to Apply30 August 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment31 August 2026
Official Websitecetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea

Karnataka Examinations Authority Vacancy

Post NameVacancyEducation
Assistant Horticulture Officer75Graduate degree in Horticulture from a university established by law in India and accredited by ICAR
Assistant Horticulture Director10 (5 General and 5 Kalyana Karnataka)Postgraduate degree in Horticulture along with B.Sc. in Horticulture from a university established by law in India and accredited by ICAR
Total85Post-specific Horticulture qualification applies

Salary

Post NameMonthly Pay Scale
Assistant Horticulture Officer₹65,950–1,24,900
Assistant Horticulture Director₹69,250–1,34,200

Age Limit

CategoryMaximum Age
General Merit40 years
Categories 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B43 years
SC, ST and Category-145 years

Application Fee

CategoryApplication Fee
General Merit and Categories 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B₹750
SC, ST, Category-1, Ex-Servicemen and Third Gender₹500
Persons with Disabilities₹250

Selection Process

  • Competitive written examination conducted through online CBT or offline OMR mode
  • Kannada Language Test, qualifying in nature
  • Exemptions from the Kannada Language Test for eligible candidates
  • Document verification
  • Final appointment subject to satisfying all eligibility and verification requirements

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
  2. Open the Horticulture Department recruitment application link.
  3. Select the appropriate General or Kalyana Karnataka notification.
  4. Register using a valid mobile number and email address.
  5. Log in and complete the application form with the required personal and educational information.
  6. Upload a JPEG photograph with a white background between 50 KB and 200 KB.
  7. Upload a JPEG signature between 50 KB and 70 KB.
  8. Pay the applicable application and processing fee online.
  9. Review all information carefully, as corrections will not be allowed after submission.
  10. Submit the application and retain a printed copy of the form and fee receipt.
  11. Kalyana Karnataka applicants must meet the regional eligibility requirements prescribed under Article 371(J).
  12. Selected candidates will undergo a two-year probation period and will be covered under the National Pension System.

Important Dates

Notification Release Date4 August 2026
Online Application Start Date5 August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online30 August 2026
Last Date to Pay Application Fee31 August 2026

Application form, details & registration


The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 572 Village Accountant (Village Administrative Officer) posts under the Revenue Department. The vacancies include 505 General/RPC cadre posts and 67 Kalyana-Karnataka cadre posts. Candidates who have passed PUC or an equivalent qualification are eligible to apply online. The application process began on 11 July 2026 and will remain open until 30 July 2026. Selection will be based on an OMR-based written examination followed by document verification. Eligible candidates can apply online through the KEA recruitment portal before the closing date.

Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Name of OrganizationKarnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Post NamesVillage Accountant (Village Administrative Officer)
EducationPUC / 12th Pass / Equivalent Qualification
Total Vacancies572
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationKarnataka
HeadquartersBengaluru, Karnataka
Last Date To Apply30 July 2026

Karnataka Examinations Authority Vacancy

Post NameVacancyEducation
Village Accountant (General / RPC)505PUC / 12th Pass or Equivalent Qualification
Village Accountant (Kalyana-Karnataka Cadre)67PUC / 12th Pass or Equivalent Qualification
Total572

Other Requirement

  • Aadhaar Card is mandatory.
  • Candidates can apply for only one district in the selected cadre.
  • Upload passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

Due Date

  • Online application starts: 11 July 2026
  • Last date to apply online: 30 July 2026
  • Last date for fee payment: 31 July 2026

Salary

  • Pay Scale: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600
  • Karnataka Government allowances as applicable
  • Probation Period: 2 years

Age Limit

CategoryUpper Age Limit
General / Unreserved40 Years
2A / 2B / 3A / 3B43 Years
SC / ST / Category-145 Years
  • Minimum Age: 18 years

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B₹750
SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender₹500
PwBD (Special Chetana)₹250

Selection Process

  • Offline OMR-Based Written Examination
  • Kannada Language Test (where applicable)
  • Document Verification
  • No Interview

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official KEA recruitment portal.
  2. Select the appropriate VAO Recruitment notification (General/RPC or Kalyana-Karnataka).
  3. Register using the required details.
  4. Fill out the online application form carefully.
  5. Select only one district for the applicable cadre.
  6. Upload your passport-size photograph and signature.
  7. Pay the prescribed application fee online.
  8. Submit the application and download a printout for future reference.

Important Dates

Online Application Starts11 July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online30 July 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment31 July 2026
General / RPC Written Examination04 October 2026
Kalyana-Karnataka Written Examination25 October 2026

Exam Pattern

PaperSubjectQuestionsMarksDuration
Paper-IGeneral Knowledge1001002 Hours
Paper-IIGeneral Kannada, English & Computer Knowledge1001002 Hours
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 35%

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