descriptionOverview & Important Gazette Circular Highlights
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially published the recruitment notification for 1,250 vacancies under advertisement reference ED/KEA/ADMN/CR-08/2026. Candidates can submit their application form from 2026-07-01 to 2026-08-15. Read below for eligibility conditions, category-wise fee details, step-by-step application instructions, and 100% verified direct official links.
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Important Dates / महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
Notice Released
Online Apply Start
Last Date to Apply
Closed
Last Date for Fee
Correction Window
2026-08-18 to 2026-08-20
Exam Date
29 November 2026
Admit Card Available
15 November 2026
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Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क
General / OBC / EWS
Rs. 750/-
SC / ST Candidates
Rs. 500/-
Female (All Categories)
Rs. 500/-
Payment Mode
Online payment through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, UPI, or e-Challan at Karnataka Post Offices
⚠️ Note: Application fee is non-refundable once submitted. Please verify eligibility before payment.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits / पात्रता एवं आयु सीमा
🎓 Educational Qualification
Passed PUC/12th for SDA, Graduation for FDA, or BE/B.Tech/Diploma in Engineering for Technical posts with knowledge of Kannada language.
18 to 35 Years as on the last date of application.
Category Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxed by 3 years for Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B (up to 38 yrs) and 5 years for SC, ST, Category-1 candidates (up to 40 yrs).
💰 Pay Scale & Salary
Rs. 27,650 - 52,650/- for FDA/Welfare Officer; Rs. 21,400 - 42,000/- for SDA; Rs. 43,100 - 83,900/- for Assistant Engineers under Karnataka Revised Pay Scales.
📝 Selection Process
Competitive Written Examination (Paper-1: General Knowledge 100 Marks; Paper-2: General Kannada / General English / Computer Knowledge 100 Marks)
Compulsory Kannada Language Examination (50 Marks - Qualifying)
Document Verification and Merit Ranking
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Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown / पद विवरण
Total: 1,250 Posts
Post Name / पद का नाम
Total Posts
Eligibility Qualification
Age Limit
First Division Assistant (FDA) & Welfare Officer
420
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University
18-35 Years
Second Division Assistant (SDA) & Junior Assistant
530
Passed 12th (Pre-University College - PUC) / 3-Year Diploma
BE / B.Tech or Diploma in relevant Engineering branch
18-35 Years
📝 How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide / आवेदन कैसे करें
Visit the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Click on 'Recruitment' and navigate to 'Technical & Administrative Cadre Recruitment 2026'.
Complete registration entering Aadhaar details, personal biodata, and qualification particulars.
Upload photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression conforming to KEA norms.
Pay the application fee online or generate bank/post office challan.
Print the final submitted application form for verification.
⚠️ Candidate Advisory: Do NOT share your login credentials, OTP, or registration password with any third-party cyber cafes or unverified agents. Always submit the form directly from the official portal.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — KEA Technical & Admin Cadre 2026 (अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल)
What is the examination pattern for KEA Administrative & Technical recruitment?
The examination comprises Paper-1 (General Knowledge, Indian Constitution, General Science - 100 Marks) and Paper-2 (General Kannada/English and Computer Knowledge - 100 Marks). Each paper is 2 hours duration.
Who is exempted from the Compulsory Kannada Language Test?
Candidates who have studied Kannada as First, Second, or Third language in SSLC or higher educational examinations are exempted from the 50-mark Compulsory Kannada test.
Can candidates apply for both FDA and SDA posts in this KEA recruitment?
Yes. Candidates possessing the requisite qualifications can apply for both posts by selecting multiple post options and paying the respective examination fee.