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VAO Recruitment 2026 Karnataka Last Date Extended - KEA Notification for 572 Village Accountant Posts
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
VerifiedKarnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is recruiting 572 candidates through a competitive written examination in offline-OMR mode. Eligible Indian citizens aged up to 40 years can apply. The application window opens July 11, 2026, with the final deadline on July 30, 2026.
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Applications Open
Apply Start
11 Jul 2026
Last Date
30 Jul 2026
Fee Last Date
30 Jul 2026
Published 29 Jul 2026
Updated 29 Jul 2026
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Overview
- Organization
- Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
- Posts
- 572
- Application Mode
- Online
- Location
- Karnataka
- Official Website
- https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date 11 Jul 2026
- Online Application Last Date 30 Jul 2026
- Last Date to Pay Application Fee 30 Jul 2026
- Written Exam Date (General/RPC cadre districts) 4 Oct 2026
- Written Exam Date (Kalyana-Karnataka cadre districts) 25 Oct 2026
Application Fee
SC
₹500
ST
₹500
General
₹750
Ex-Servicemen
₹500
Vacancy Details
| Sr | Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bengaluru Nagara (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 20 |
| 2 | Bengaluru Gramantara (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 29 |
| 3 | Chitradurga (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 15 |
| 4 | Chikkaballapura (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 21 |
| 5 | Tumakuru (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 50 |
| 6 | Shivamogga (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 18 |
| 7 | Kolara (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 22 |
| 8 | Bengaluru Dakshina (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 30 |
| 9 | Mysuru (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 45 |
| 10 | Mandya (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 50 |
| 11 | Hassana (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 35 |
| 12 | Udupi (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 10 |
| 13 | Dakshina Kannada (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 20 |
| 14 | Chamarajanagara (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 31 |
| 15 | Chikkamagaluru (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 10 |
| 16 | Belagavi (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 48 |
| 17 | Bagalakote (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 16 |
| 18 | Gadaga (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 14 |
| 19 | Haveri (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 15 |
| 20 | Bidar (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 4 |
| 21 | Raichuru (General / RPC Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (505 Posts)) | 2 |
| 22 | Kalaburagi (Kalyana-Karnataka Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (67 Posts)) | 40 |
| 23 | Bidar (Kalyana-Karnataka Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (67 Posts)) | 17 |
| 24 | Raichuru (Kalyana-Karnataka Cadre - District-wise Vacancies (67 Posts)) | 10 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The candidate must be a citizen of India. A living man having more than one wife, and a woman who has married such a man, are not eligible for appointment wi...
Age Limit
Up to 40 yrs
Nationality
Indian
- The candidate must be a citizen of India.
- living man having more than one wife, and a woman who has married such a man, are not eligible for appointment without prior Government permission.
- Candidates must be mentally and physically fit to discharge the duties of the post.
Age Limit
Age Limit
Up to 40 yrs
No separate age-relaxation rules were listed on the source notification — refer the official PDF for category-wise relaxation.
Selection Process
Candidates will appear for a competitive written examination conducted in Offline-OMR mode.
minimum of 35% marks in the competitive exam is required for eligibility; candidates scoring below this will be disqualified.
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Candidates opting for the Kannada language exam exemption must have passed Kannada as first or second language up to SSLC level, or must clear a compulsory qualifying Kannada language test (150 marks, minimum 50 marks required to qualify).
This paper is not counted toward merit ranking.
District-wise merit lists / marks lists will be prepared and forwarded by KEA to the respective District Magistrates for appointment, which is made at the district level.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Knowledge (current affairs, general science, Indian Constitution, Indian and Karnataka history and geography, Panchayat Raj and rural cooperative institutions, and Karnataka regional issues and development) | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 | General Kannada, General English, and Computer Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
Preparation Tips
- Score minimum 35% marks in the offline-OMR competitive exam to qualify for merit ranking.
- If opting for Kannada exemption, ensure you passed Kannada as first/second language at SSLC or prepare for the 150-mark qualifying test.
Important Notes
- Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Only online applications submitted through the official website will be accepted.
- Keep all documents, photograph, signature and ID proof ready before filling the form.
- Always visit the official website for the latest updates on this notification.
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FAQs
What is the age limit for KEA recruitment?
Candidates must be up to 40 years old.
What is the application fee?
General candidates must pay ₹750 as application fee.
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