KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 572 Village Administrative Officer Vacancies

KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Notification for the recruitment of 572 Village Administrative Officer (VAO) posts under the Revenue Department. The vacancies are distributed between the General/State-wide cadre (505 posts) and the Kalyana-Karnataka cadre (67 posts) under Article 371(J).

The online application process has started on 11 July 2026 and will remain open until 30 July 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official KEA portal. The last date to pay the application fee is 31 July 2026.

KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Department	Revenue Department, Government of Karnataka
Post Name	Village Administrative Officer (VAO)
Total Vacancies	572
General / RPC Vacancies	505
Kalyana-Karnataka Vacancies	67
Application Mode	Online
Online Application Start	11 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 July 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	31 July 2026
Selection Process	Offline Written Examination (OMR)
Salary	₹34,100 – ₹67,600
Official Website	cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea

KEA VAO Notification 2026 Released

KEA has published separate recruitment notifications for the General/RPC and Kalyana-Karnataka cadres. The official notification contains complete information regarding eligibility, district-wise vacancies, application procedure, examination pattern, reservation policy, and selection process.

Candidates should carefully read the notification before submitting the online application.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	10 July 2026
Online Registration Begins	11 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 July 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	31 July 2026
Written Examination (General/RPC)	04 October 2026
Kalyana-Karnataka Exam Date	To Be Announced

KEA VAO Vacancy 2026

A total of 572 vacancies have been announced.

Cadre	Vacancies
General / RPC	505
Kalyana-Karnataka	67
Total	572

Candidates are allowed to apply for only one district within their eligible cadre.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed any one of the following:

PUC (Pre-University Course / 10+2)
Class 12 from CBSE, ICSE, or any recognized State Board
Senior Secondary Certificate from NIOS
Equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka
Eligible ITI qualification as specified in the official notification

Age Limit

The minimum age required is 18 years.

Category	Maximum Age
General	40 Years
Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B	43 Years
SC / ST / Category-1	45 Years

Additional age relaxation is available for eligible categories according to Karnataka Government rules.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B	₹750
SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender	₹500
Persons with Disabilities	₹250

The fee must be paid online and is non-refundable.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive the following pay scale:

Post	Salary
Village Administrative Officer	₹34,100 – ₹67,600

Additional allowances and benefits will be provided as per Karnataka Government rules.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected through:

Written Competitive Examination (Offline OMR-Based)
Document Verification

The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the written examination.

How to Apply Online for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

Visit the official KEA website.
Open the Village Administrative Officer Recruitment 2026 link.
Complete the registration process.
Fill in the online application form carefully.
Select only one eligible district.
Upload the required photograph, signature, and documents.
Pay the application fee online.
Review all details before final submission.
Submit the application and download the confirmation page.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

Class 10 Certificate
PUC / 12th Marksheet
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card or Valid ID Proof
Passport-size Photograph
Signature
Income/EWS Certificate (if applicable)

Important Links

Description	Status
Apply Online	Active
Official Notification	Available
Official Website	Available

FAQs – KEA VAO Recruitment 2026

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

The last date to submit the KEA VAO online application is 30 July 2026, while the application fee can be paid until 31 July 2026.

2. How many vacancies are available under KEA VAO Recruitment 2026?

KEA has announced 572 Village Administrative Officer vacancies, including 505 General/RPC posts and 67 Kalyana-Karnataka posts.

3. What educational qualification is required for KEA VAO 2026?

Candidates must have passed PUC (10+2) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka, including CBSE, ICSE, State Boards, NIOS, or other approved qualifications.

4. What is the selection process for KEA Village Administrative Officer Recruitment 2026?

Selection will be based on an Offline OMR-based Written Examination, followed by Document Verification.

5. What salary is offered to a Village Administrative Officer in Karnataka?

Selected candidates will receive a salary in the pay scale of ₹34,100 to ₹67,600, along with other government allowances and benefits.

6. Can I apply for more than one district under KEA VAO Recruitment 2026?

No. Candidates are allowed to apply for only one district within their eligible cadre. Multiple applications may lead to rejection.

Conclusion

The KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a government job in Karnataka’s Revenue Department. With 572 vacancies, a good salary package, and a straightforward selection process, eligible candidates should complete their online application before 30 July 2026 and start preparing for the written examination.