KEA Village Administrative Vacancy 2026

KEA Recruitment 2026 - Village Administrative Officer

KEA has released an official notification for the recruitment of Village Administrative Officer posts (572 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 30 Jul 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

KEA Village Administrative Officer - Overview

Organization	KEA
Post Name	Village Administrative Officer
Total Vacancies	572
Qualification	12TH
Location	Bangalore, Karnataka
Salary	Rs. 34,100 - Rs. 67,600 per MONTH
Job Type	Full Time
Application Start Date	11 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 Jul 2026
Official Website	cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for KEA Village Administrative Officer recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: 12TH. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Age Limit

The age of the candidate should be between 18 years and 45 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Please refer to the official notification for details.

Application Fee

The application fee for KEA Village Administrative Officer recruitment is: For General and Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: ₹750 For SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender: ₹500 For Special Chetana (PwBD) candidates: ₹250. Please refer to the official notification for category-wise fee details and payment methods.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Village Administrative Officer position at KEA will receive a salary of Rs. 34,100 - Rs. 67,600 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	11 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 Jul 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for KEA Village Administrative Officer recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
Look for the Village Administrative Officer recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Pay the application fee as applicable
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026?

The online application window closes on 30 July 2026, and the fee payment deadline is 31 July 2026.

How many total vacancies are there in KEA VAO Recruitment 2026?

There are 572 total vacancies - 505 posts under the General/RPC cadre and 67 posts under the Kalyana-Karnataka cadre.

What is the educational qualification required for KEA VAO 2026?

Candidates must have passed PUC or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka.

What is the age limit for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026?

The upper age limit is 40 years for General category, 43 years for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-1, inclusive of applicable relaxation. The minimum age is 18 years.

Can a candidate apply for more than one district?

No. Candidates can apply for only one district within their applicable cadre. Applications for more than one district will not be accepted.

What is the application fee for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026?

The fee is ₹750 for General/2A/2B/3A/3B candidates, ₹500 for SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen/Third Gender candidates, and ₹250 for Special Chetana (PwBD) candidates.

When is the KEA VAO written exam scheduled?

The exam for General/RPC cadre districts is scheduled on 4 October 2026, while the exam for Kalyana-Karnataka cadre districts is scheduled on 25 October 2026, in two papers each day.

Is there an interview after the written exam?

The notification specifies selection purely through the competitive written examination and district-wise merit list; it does not mention a separate interview round.

Is a Kannada language paper compulsory?

Candidates who have not studied Kannada as first or second language up to SSLC level must clear a compulsory qualifying Kannada language test with a minimum of 50 out of 150 marks; those exempted based on prior SSLC-level Kannada study do not need to appear for it.

What is the pay scale for the Village Accountant post?

Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹34,100 - ₹67,600, along with National Pension Scheme benefits, and will serve a 2-year probation period.