Overview
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the Horticulture Assistant Director (ADH) Provisional Mark List 2026 for candidates who participated in the recruitment examination. The provisional list allows applicants to check their marks before the authority completes document verification and publishes the final selection list. The total number of vacancies is not specified in the mark-list notice and candidates should refer to the original recruitment notification for the post-wise vacancy breakup.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post Name | Assistant Director of Horticulture (ADH) |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the provisional mark-list notice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA / Refer to original recruitment notification |
| Last Date | TBA / Refer to original recruitment notification |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | Provisional mark list released in 2026; exact date to be checked on the official portal |
Candidates should note that the recruitment application process has already concluded. The current update relates only to the publication of provisional marks and the subsequent selection formalities.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility conditions listed below are indicative of the requirements generally prescribed for the Assistant Director of Horticulture post. Candidates must check the original detailed advertisement for the exact subject combination, registration requirements and equivalent qualification provisions.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or another qualification specifically recognised as equivalent under the recruitment rules.
- The degree must have been awarded by a recognised university or institution.
- Applicants must satisfy any Kannada language qualification or compulsory Kannada examination requirement prescribed by KEA or the appointing department.
- Candidates called for document verification must produce original degree certificates, mark sheets and relevant eligibility documents.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits will be governed by the original KEA recruitment notification.
- Upper-age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved categories under Karnataka government rules.
- The date used to calculate age eligibility will be the cut-off date mentioned in the original advertisement.
Fees
- The application fee was payable during the online application period and varies by category.
- There is no separate fee merely to download the provisional mark list.
- Candidates filing an objection or representation should check whether KEA has prescribed a processing fee and payment method.
Selection Process
The recruitment process is expected to proceed through the following stages:
- Competitive Examination: Candidates are assessed through the examination and any compulsory Kannada paper prescribed for the post.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original educational, identity, reservation and eligibility certificates for verification.
- Final Selection List: KEA will prepare the final result after resolving valid objections, verifying eligibility and applying recruitment and reservation rules.
The provisional mark list should not be treated as an appointment order or final selection list. Inclusion in the list only reflects the marks recorded at the provisional stage.
How to Apply
No fresh application is required for the provisional mark list. Registered candidates can check and download their marks by following these steps:
- Visit the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Open the latest recruitment or results section displayed on the homepage.
- Select the link titled Horticulture Assistant Director Provisional Mark List 2026 or the corresponding ADH recruitment link.
- Open the PDF and use the search function to locate the application number, roll number or candidate name.
- Verify the marks, category and other details printed against the candidature.
- Download the PDF and retain a copy for document verification and future reference.
- If any discrepancy is found, submit a representation within the deadline and in the format specified by KEA. Attach supporting records and retain proof of submission.
Candidates should rely only on the official portal for revised lists, objection instructions, document-verification schedules and final selection updates.
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FAQs
1. Is the KEA Horticulture ADH mark list the final result?
No. It is a provisional mark list and may be revised after scrutiny of objections, eligibility records or technical corrections.
2. How can candidates download the provisional mark list?
Candidates can open the KEA website, visit the results or recruitment section and download the Assistant Director of Horticulture mark-list PDF.
3. What should a candidate do if the marks or personal details are incorrect?
The candidate should follow the official objection procedure within the prescribed deadline and submit documentary evidence supporting the requested correction.
