KEA AHO scorecard 2026 released: download marks for Assistant Horticulture Officer, Assistant Director posts

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) today, October 27, 2026, released detailed scorecards for candidates who participated in the written examination for Assistant Horticulture Officer (AHO) and Assistant Director posts. Candidates can now access their marks for Paper I and Paper II for the Group B recruitment examination through the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

This release follows a thorough recruitment process initiated by the Karnataka State Horticulture Department for 85 Group B posts, which included an application window, written examinations, and subsequent publication of provisional and final marks. The scorecards are available in PDF format, allowing candidates to review their individual performance.

Accessing the KEA AHO and Assistant Director Scorecards

Candidates are advised to visit the official KEA portal to download their respective scorecards. The KEA has activated direct links for the Group B recruitment examination, covering both Assistant Horticulture Officer and Assistant Director vacancies. The scorecard contains essential examination-related information, including the candidate’s name, category, examination date, paper details, marks obtained, and total marks.

Should any candidate identify a discrepancy in their name, category, or marks as presented on the scorecard, they are encouraged to promptly bring it to the attention of the Karnataka Examinations Authority through its official communication channels. The process for downloading involves selecting the relevant examination and following the instructions provided on the portal.

1. Visit the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Look for the link related to the KEA AHO Scorecard 2026 or the Assistant Director scorecard.
3. Select the relevant examination and the required region, wherever applicable.
4. Click on the submit option to proceed.
5. The detailed result or scorecard PDF will appear on the screen.
6. Check the marks and other particulars mentioned in the document.
7. Download the PDF and retain a copy for future reference.

Recruitment Examination Timeline and Details

The application window for the KEA KSHD Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 was open from August 5 to August 30, 2026. The written examinations for these posts were conducted between September 28 and October 6, 2026. The Karnataka State Horticulture Department announced 85 Group B posts, comprising 75 for Assistant Horticulture Officer (RPC) and 10 for Assistant Director of Horticulture (RPC & KK).

The selection process for these positions includes a written test, a personal interview, and document verification. The KEA published the answer keys for the Assistant Horticulture recruitment examination on October 1, 2026, and invited objections from candidates. The final answer keys were published on October 14, 2026, after reviewing these objections. The provisional marks of candidates were published on October 7, 2026, with candidates permitted to submit objections until 11 AM on October 9, 2026. The final marks list for the recruitment examination was released on October 15, 2026, after reviewing objections, with final marks details made available for candidates securing 35 marks or above.

Examination Structure and Eligibility Criteria

The written examination consisted of two papers: Paper-I covering general topics and Paper-II focusing on the professional subject. Each paper carried 300 marks. A negative marking scheme was in effect, with 1/4th (0.75 marks) deducted for each incorrect answer. The KPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Result was released on October 13, 2026.

Candidates applying for these posts were required to possess a degree in Horticulture from a university established by law in India. The age limit for applicants was between 18 to 40 years. The notification for Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 was initially released on August 4, 2026.

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Written by Nishit Kumar

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