Overview
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced 572 Village Accountant posts (Grama Aadalitha Adhikari) across 21 districts for the General/RPC cadre and 3 districts for the Kalyana‑Karnataka cadre. Applications are open from 11 to 30 July 2026, with a fee of ₹750 for most categories and ₹500 for SC/ST/Category‑1 and ex‑servicemen. The selection is based on a competitive written exam held in October 2026. Candidates must meet the specified educational and age criteria, and the pay scale ranges from ₹34,100 to ₹67,600.
Key Details
- Organization
- Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
- Qualification
- Passed PUC (Pre-University Course) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka (e.g., Class 12 CBSE/ICSE, State pre‑university boards, NIOS, etc.)
- Vacancies
- 572
- Posted
- 11 July 2026
- Last date to apply
- 30 July 2026
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 11 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 30 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 31 July 2026 |
| Written Exam Date (General/RPC cadre districts) | 4 October 2026 |
| Written Exam Date (Kalyana-Karnataka cadre districts) | 25 October 2026 |
| Exam Timing - Paper 1 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Exam Timing - Paper 2 | 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
| Admit Card / Exam Centre Details | Not Announced Yet |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Bengaluru Nagara: 20; Bengaluru Gramantara: 29; Chitradurga: 15; Chikkaballapura: 21; Tumakuru: 50; Shivamogga: 18; Kolara: 22; Bengaluru Dakshina: 30; Mysuru: 45; Mandya: 50; Hassana: 35; Udupi: 10; Dakshina Kannada: 20; Chamarajanagara: 31; Chikkamagaluru: 10; Belagavi: 48; Bagalakote: 16; Gadaga: 14; Haveri: 15; Bidar: 4; Raichuru: 2; Kalaburagi: 40; Bidar (Kalyana‑Karnataka): 17; Raichuru (Kalyana‑Karnataka): 10
Selection Process
Competitive written examination (Offline‑OMR mode) with a minimum qualifying score of 35%. No separate interview round.
How to Apply
Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea., Click on the application link for VAO Recruitment 2026 applicable to your cadre (General/RPC or Kalyana‑Karnataka)., Register with your basic details and generate login credentials., Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and category details, selecting only one district of preference., Upload a recent passport‑size photograph (JPEG, 50KB‑200KB) and signature (JPEG, 50KB‑70KB) as per specified format., Verify all entered details carefully; no corrections are allowed after submission., Pay the applicable application fee online and complete the submission., Download and retain a printout of the submitted application and fee payment receipt for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - 572 Village Accountant Posts, Apply Online?
Online Application Start Date: 11 July 2026; Online Application Last Date: 30 July 2026; Last Date to Pay Application Fee: 31 July 2026; Written Exam Date (General/RPC cadre districts): 4 October 2026; Written Exam Date (Kalyana-Karnataka cadre districts): 25 October 2026; Exam Timing - Paper 1: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM; Exam Timing - Paper 2: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM; Admit Card / Exam Centre Details: Not Announced Yet
What is the application fee?
General and Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: ₹750 (₹500 application fee + ₹250 processing fee); SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender: ₹500 (₹250 application fee + ₹250 processing fee); Special Chetana (PwBD): ₹250 (processing fee only)
What is the age limit?
Minimum age 18 years as on closing date of application. Upper age limits: General/Unreserved 40 years, Category 2A/2B/3A/3B 43 years, SC/ST/Category‑1 45 years. Additional relaxations apply for specific categories (e.g., ex‑servicemen, NCC, persons with disabilities, etc.) as per notification.
What is the selection process?
Competitive written examination (Offline‑OMR mode) with a minimum qualifying score of 35%. No separate interview round.