Overview
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) released the VAO Hall Ticket 2026 on 19 October 2026 for the recruitment of Village Administrative Officers under the Kalyana Karnataka Cadre. The recruitment drive covers 67 vacancies, and the OMR-based written examination is scheduled for 25 October 2026 in two shifts.
Candidates whose applications were accepted can download their admit cards from the KEA recruitment portal. The hall ticket contains the examination centre, reporting time, roll number and other mandatory instructions.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post Name | Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Kalyana Karnataka Cadre |
| Total Vacancies | 67 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Hall Ticket Release | 19 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 25 October 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
The written examination will be conducted in two sessions. The first shift will run from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, while the second shift will be held from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Candidates should report at the venue well before the gate-closing time printed on the admit card.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should have passed Second PUC/Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board or institution.
- Applicants must meet the Kannada language and other qualification requirements prescribed for the Village Administrative Officer post.
- Candidates claiming an equivalent qualification should keep the relevant equivalence certificate ready for verification.
- Eligibility will be assessed with reference to the detailed recruitment notification and the documents submitted during the application process.
Age Limit
- The minimum age is generally 18 years as on the cut-off date specified in the recruitment notification.
- The upper age limit varies by category under Karnataka government recruitment rules.
- Reserved-category applicants may receive age relaxation as permitted for SC, ST, Category-I, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B and other eligible groups.
- Candidates should consult the official notification for the applicable cut-off date and category-wise maximum age.
Fees
- The application fee varies depending on the candidate’s category.
- Any examination or processing charges must have been paid through the prescribed online payment facility during the application period.
- Fee exemptions or concessions apply only to eligible categories under the recruitment rules.
- No separate fee is required merely to download the hall ticket.
Selection Process
The KEA VAO recruitment process is expected to include the following stages:
- Kannada Language Test/Written Examination: Candidates must appear for the applicable language test and OMR-based recruitment papers as prescribed by KEA.
- Merit List: Performance in the qualifying and competitive papers will be used to prepare the merit list, subject to the notified rules and cut-off marks.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original educational, identity, category, eligibility and Kalyana Karnataka reservation documents.
Final appointment will remain subject to successful document verification and fulfilment of all eligibility conditions.
How to Apply
As the application process has concluded, registered candidates should follow these steps to download the KEA VAO Hall Ticket 2026:
- Visit the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Open the latest recruitment or admissions section displayed on the homepage.
- Select the link for the Village Administrative Officer Recruitment 2026.
- Click on the Kalyana Karnataka Cadre hall ticket or admission ticket download option.
- Enter the required credentials, such as the application number and date of birth or password.
- Submit the details and verify the candidate’s name, photograph, exam centre, shift and reporting time shown on the hall ticket.
- Download the admit card and print at least two clear copies for examination-day use.
- Carry the printed hall ticket along with an original valid photo identity document. Candidates should also follow all instructions relating to permitted stationery, OMR marking and prohibited electronic devices.
Applicants who find an error in their name, photograph, category or examination details should immediately contact KEA through the official helpdesk. They should not wait until the examination day to report discrepancies.
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FAQs
1. When was the KEA VAO Hall Ticket 2026 released?
The hall ticket was released on 19 October 2026 for eligible Kalyana Karnataka Cadre applicants.
2. When will the KEA VAO examination be held?
The OMR-based examination will be conducted on 25 October 2026 in two shifts: 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
3. How many vacancies are available under this recruitment?
The recruitment notification covers 67 Village Administrative Officer vacancies under the Kalyana Karnataka Cadre.
