KEA VAO result 2026 out for 572 posts, download merit list PDF and check next steps

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) declared the Village Administrative Officer (VAO) Result 2026 on October 19, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the recruitment examination can access their results and download the merit list from the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

This recruitment drive, under notification number KEA/ADVT/2026, aims to fill a total of 572 Village Administrative Officer posts within the Revenue Department of the Government of Karnataka. The vacancies include 505 positions for the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and 67 for the Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) category, established under Article 371J.

Overview of the KEA VAO Recruitment 2026

The KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 process commenced with applications opening on July 11, 2026, and the deadline extended to August 20, 2026. The last date for application fee payment was August 21, 2026. Reportedly, more than 2.5 lakh candidates participated in the written examination, which was conducted on two separate dates for different cadres.

The examination for the RPC cadre took place on October 4, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, while the Kalyana Karnataka cadre examination was held on October 25, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM. The answer key for the examination was released on October 6, 2026, with an objection window open until October 8, 2026.

Application Fees and Eligibility Criteria

The application fees for the KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 varied based on the candidate’s category. General, 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B categories were required to pay Rs. 750, while SC, ST, Category-1, Ex-Servicemen, and Third Gender candidates paid Rs. 500. Persons with Disabilities (PwD) had an application fee of Rs. 250.

To be eligible for the VAO posts, candidates needed to have passed PUC (10+2) or an equivalent qualification. The minimum age to apply was 18 years. The upper age limit was set at 40 years for General category candidates, 43 years for Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B candidates, and 45 years for SC, ST, and Category-1 candidates.

Examination Structure and Selection Process

The recruitment process for Village Administrative Officers includes a compulsory Kannada language test, a competitive written examination, and document verification. The Kannada language test carries 150 marks, with a minimum qualifying score of 50. The written examination assesses candidates’ general knowledge, English or Kannada language skills, and computer knowledge.

Final selection for the posts is contingent upon performance in the written examination, fulfillment of eligibility criteria, and successful verification of original documents. Candidates should carefully review their scorecard for details such as name, roll number, registration number, category, examination marks, Kannada test status, cadre allocation, and document verification status. Any discrepancies identified on the scorecard should be reported to the KEA through its official helpdesk.

Next Steps for Shortlisted Candidates: Document Verification

Candidates who have been shortlisted based on the VAO Result 2026 must now prepare for the document verification stage. This is a crucial step in the recruitment process, and candidates are advised to gather all necessary documents as specified by the Karnataka Examinations Authority.

The required documents for verification typically include the SSLC certificate, all educational certificates and mark sheets, identity proof, caste or reservation certificates (if applicable), the VAO scorecard, the document verification call letter, and the original application form. Candidates should consult the official KEA website for the confirmed verification schedule, specific document requirements, and any further instructions regarding the next stages of the recruitment process.

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Written by Nishit Kumar

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