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KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 945 Agriculture Officer, Assistant Agriculture Officer Posts

Reviewed by the Top Sarkari Jobs Editorial Team Updated 1 June 2026 Sourced from the official notification : how we verify
257 + 16 (PwD) [KK / Inland Cadre] + 670 + 02 (PwD) [RPC Cadre] = 927 + 18 (PwD)
Vacancies
20-06-2026
Last Date
Online only (via https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/)
Apply Mode
Bangalore, Karnataka
Location
Applications Closed: The last date to apply for this recruitment has passed. This page is kept for reference — check the official website for any newer notification.

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Expert Analysis

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 ek bahut hi achha opportunity hai Sarkari Naukri seekers ke liye. Yeh posts Karnataka Government ke under hain aur yeh vacancies Inland (KK) aur Rural Pay Commission (RPC) cadres ke liye hain.

Who Should Apply KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 Notification

Ideal candidate jo is post ke liye apply kar sakte hain, ve 21-35 years ka hain aur Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Science ya related field se graduate hain.

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Preparation Tips

Aspirants ko Paper-1 aur Paper-2 ke liye prepare karna hoga. Unhe Agriculture Science, Mathematics, Statistics aur English ke topics par focus karna hoga. Online mock tests aur practice questions se bhi unhe benefit mil sakta hai.

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Salary Insights

KEA AO AAO ke salary 65,950 - 1,34,200 hai. Yeh salary similar government jobs ke mukhya shreni mein hai. Career growth ke liye, aspirants ko regular performance appraisal aur training programs mein participate karna hoga.

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Job Profile

Agriculture Officer ke day-to-day work mein crop management, soil testing aur extension services shamil hain. Assistant Agriculture Officer ke liye, aspirants ko field work, data collection aur report preparation mein involve honge.

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Selection Strategy

Aspirants ko selection process mein focus karna hoga Paper-1 aur Paper-2 ke liye. Unhe Agriculture Science, Mathematics, Statistics aur English ke topics par good command rakhein aur online mock tests aur practice questions se bhi benefit lein.

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

KEA is hiring Agriculture Officer and Assistant Agriculture Officer posts under both Inland (KK) and Rural Pay Commission (RPC) cadres through competitive examination, last date 20 June 2026.
Organization NameKarnataka Government, Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru
Post Name1. Agriculture Officer (Krushi Adhikari) | 2. Assistant Agriculture Officer (Sahayaka Krushi Adhikari)
Total Vacancies257 + 16 (PwD) [KK / Inland Cadre] + 670 + 02 (PwD) [RPC Cadre] = 927 + 18 (PwD)
Application ModeOnline only (via https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/)
Job LocationBangalore, Karnataka
Notification Numberಇಡಿ/ಕೆಇಎ09/ನೇ.ವಿ./2026(ಕಕೆ) [Inland/KK Cadre] & ಇಡಿ/ಕೆಇಎ08/ನೇ.ವಿ./2026(ಆರ್‌ಪಿಸಿ) [RPC Cadre] dated 30/05/2026
Official Websitehttps://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/
Last Updated01 Jun 2026
DepartmentDepartment of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Important Dates & Timelines

Last Date To Apply20-06-2026
Exam DatePaper-1: 25.07.2026 (KK Cadre) / 26.07.2026 (RPC Cadre) - 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM | Paper-2: Same dates - 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
EventDate
Date Of Revised Notification30/05/2026
Opening Of Online Registration / Application30-05-2026

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Application Fee Details

General/URRs. 750/- (Rs. 500 Application Fee + Rs. 250 Processing Fee) - Non-Refundable
SCRs. 500/- (Rs. 250 Application Fee + Rs. 250 Processing Fee) - Non-Refundable
PwDRs. 250/- (Processing Fee only) - Non-Refundable
General FeeRs. 750/- (Rs. 500 Application Fee + Rs. 250 Processing Fee) - Non-Refundable
SC FeeRs. 500/- (Rs. 250 Application Fee + Rs. 250 Processing Fee) - Non-Refundable
PwD FeeRs. 250/- (Processing Fee only) - Non-Refundable
Fee must be paid online only. Fee once paid will NOT be refunded. | Notes on Fee: | PwD candidates with disability of more than 40% and those possessing a certificate from the District Medical Authority are eligible for the reduced PwD fee. Candidates who applied online as per the earlier notification of 18.04.2026 and have already paid the fee for the same post need not pay again for this revised notification for the same post (new applicants applying for the first time must pay the full fee). SC candidates possessing RD numbers for SC-A, SC-B, and SC-C categories must mandatorily enter their RD number in the online application as per Government directive. In the Agriculture Department, candidates may apply for both Agriculture Officer (Rs. 85 level) and Assistant Agriculture Officer (Rs. 85 level) posts through a single application, paying the fee once. For each additional post under the same programme, Rs. 100/- per post must be paid as application fee. Candidates appearing for multiple posts in the same programme and same examination will have their marks transferred for special final rank-list preparation by the department.

Age Limit

Details
  1. As per the Karnataka State Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules 1977, candidates must be a minimum of 18 years of age as on the last date for submission of applications. Per Government Order No. DPAR (Services-2) 262 Sehime 2025 dated 29.01.2026, a one-time relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit is provided. After availing this relaxation, candidates must not exceed the maximum age limits shown below
  2. In addition to the above, the following specific age relaxations are available as per Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules 1977:

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility & Qualification

Education Qualification
The State Government retains the right to conduct a full medical examination by a medical board and remove candidates who are declared medically unfit; this rule cannot be waived under any provision
Details
  1. Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the last date for submission of applications. Only Indian Citizens are eligible to apply
  2. 1. Educational Qualification:
  3. Important Notes on Qualification:
  4. The degree must be from a University/Institute recognized by ICAR (Indian Council of Agriculture Research) or AICTE. Degrees from institutions accredited by UGC / AICTE running regular and distance education courses, and distance education programmes producing technical-level graduates, will not be considered for recruitment. If two candidates possess the same qualification as mentioned above, they will be treated equally at the recruitment stage. Candidates cannot withdraw their candidature after participating in the selection process. Candidates who have passed a higher qualifying degree and are appearing in the examination for a lower qualifying degree post are not eligible to apply. All candidates must possess the degree / diploma by the last date of application. Warning: Candidates currently enrolled in a higher qualification must not submit applications, as KAP will not be responsible if they are later found ineligible at the stage of the prior application process
  5. condition: Details
  6. polygamy: A male candidate who has more than one living wife, and a female candidate who is married to a person who already has another living wife, is not eligible for appointment without prior permission from the State Government
  7. physical & mental fitness: The candidate must be physically and mentally fit and free from any physical defect that could prevent the satisfactory discharge of duties of the post
  8. previous disbarment: Persons who have been permanently debarred from Central / Karnataka State / any other State Public Service Commission, KPSC, or any university examination / appointment are not eligible for recruitment
  9. criminal conviction: Any person who has been convicted of a moral offence, or who has been temporarily debarred by the Central / Karnataka or any other State Public Service Commission or KPSC from examinations / appointments, or who is currently temporarily debarred, will not be considered eligible for recruitment
NationalityMust be an Indian Citizen

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details & Eligibility

Sl. No.Post NamePay Scale (Rs.)No. of Vacancies
1Agriculture Officer (Krushi Adhikari)69,250 – 1,34,20029 + 08 (PwD)
2Agriculture Officer (Krushi Adhikari)69,250 – 1,34,20005
3Assistant Agriculture Officer (Sahayaka Krushi Adhikari)65,950 – 1,24,900189 + 08 (PwD)
4Assistant Agriculture Officer (Sahayaka Krushi Adhikari)65,950 – 1,24,90034
Total (KK Cadre)257 + 16 (PwD)
1Agriculture Officer (Krushi Adhikari)69,250 – 1,34,20071 + 02 (PwD)
2Agriculture Officer (Krushi Adhikari)69,250 – 1,34,20013
3Assistant Agriculture Officer (Sahayaka Krushi Adhikari)65,950 – 1,24,900498
4Assistant Agriculture Officer (Sahayaka Krushi Adhikari)65,950 – 1,24,90088
Total (RPC Cadre)670 + 02 (PwD)

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Category-wise Vacancy Details

Post Name670 + 02 (PwD)
Pay Scale (Rs.)65,950 – 1,24,900

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Salary Details & Pay Scale

Pay Scale
  1. Agriculture Officer: Rs. 69,250 – 1,34,200 (Revised State Pay Scale 2024)
  2. Assistant Agriculture Officer: Rs. 65,950 – 1,24,900
CriteriaDetails
Probation Period2 years for candidates selected through direct recruitment
Pay Scale Agriculture Officer
Rs. 69,250 – 1,650 – 74,200 – 1,900 – 85,600 – 2,300 – 99,400 – 2,700 – 1,15,600 – 3,100 – 1,34,200 (Revised State Pay Scale 2024)
Pay Scale Assistant Agriculture Officer
Rs. 65,950 – 1,650 – 74,200 – 1,900 – 85,600 – 2,300 – 99,400 – 2,700 – 1,15,600 – 3,100 – 1,24,900 (Revised State Pay Scale 2024)
National Pension
Applicable as per Government Order No. FD(SPIL) 04 PIT 2005 dated 31.03.2006 - National Pension Scheme (NPS) benefits applicable

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Selection Process & Exam Pattern

1Paper Subject / Content Maximum Marks Duration
2Paper-1 General Paper: Current Affairs, General Science, Karnataka History & Geography, Indian History & Geography, Social Science, General…
3Paper-2 Specific Paper (syllabus to be announced separately) 300 2 Hours
4Paper-1 General Paper: (Same syllabus as Rs. 85 level posts - Current Affairs, General Science, Karnataka History & Geography, Indian…
5Selection for the above posts will be based on a Competitive Written Examination (Offline OMR type) followed by a Kannada Language Test…
6Stage 1 - Competitive Written Examination (Offline OMR Type)
7For Agriculture Officer & Assistant Agriculture Officer - Pay Level Rs. 85 Posts:
8For Agriculture Officer & Assistant Agriculture Officer - Pay Level Rs. 15 Posts:
9Important Rules regarding the Written Examination:
10Candidates must score a minimum of Rs. 35 (i.e.
11minimum 35 marks out of 300) in the competitive examination to be eligible. Candidates failing to secure this minimum will be disqualified…
12Stage 2 - Kannada Language Test
13Candidates must appear for and pass the Kannada Language Test conducted by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (SSLC Board)…
14are exempted from this test. However
15the mandatory Kannada Test (at least 150 marks in the paper) must be passed with a minimum of 50 marks. Candidates failing to score the…
16Negative Marking:
17The written exam follows a multiple-choice objective format with 4 answer options per question. Candidates must mark only one correct…
180.75 marks will be deducted. In OMR answer sheets
19after 5 minutes of the bell ringing at the end of the exam
20candidates will be given time to shade the answer/void answer for the remaining questions. If any candidate shades an answer / voids it…
210.75 marks per such question will be deducted.

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Candidates shall apply online only through the Karnataka PSC website. No other mode of application will be accepted. Before filling the online application form, candidates must read the notification carefully. Incorrect or false information submitted in the application may lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action as per rules.
  • 2Documents Required to be Scanned and Uploaded at the time of Application:
  • 3Aadhaar Card
  • 4Consolidated Marksheet / All subject-wise semester marksheets and Photo-certificate (PDF) of the highest qualifying degree obtained up to the last date of application
  • 5SSLC or equivalent certificate / School leaving certificate / Birth certificate showing date of birth
  • 6Discharge certificate and pension / gratuity certificate (for Ex-Servicemen claimants) or certificate that the candidate was killed in action or permanently disabled while in service (for Ex-Serviceman reservation claimants)
  • 7SC / ST / Cat-1 / Cat-2A / Cat-2B / Cat-3A / Cat-3B caste reservation certificate in the prescribed current format (as applicable)
  • 8Rural Reservation certificate - Format 1 and Format 2 (Format-1 for General candidates seeking Rural reservation; Format-2 for SC/ST/Cat-1/Cat-2A/Cat-2B/Cat-3A/Cat-3B candidates seeking Rural reservation)
  • 9Kannada Medium study certificate (if applicable)
  • 10Third Gender certificate issued by the District Magistrate (if applicable)
  • 11Kalyana Karnataka region (Article 371(J)) reservation-related certificate (if applicable)
  • 12NOC / Service permission certificate from the employing authority (for candidates currently in service)
  • 13Photo & Signature Upload Specifications:
  • 14Recent Passport-size Colour Photograph in JPEG format, file size 50 KB to 200 KB
  • 15Signature in black / marker pen on white paper, in JPEG format, file size 50 KB to 70 KB
  • 16Applications without uploaded photograph and signature will be summarily rejected
  • 17Apply Online at: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ - Click the link available on the website and apply through online mode.
  • 18For further information: Contact Centre - 080-23460460 (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM). (Contact the authority only for queries regarding the notification, written examination, and mark-list.)

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Important Instructions

Candidates must carefully fill all information correctly while registering online. After submission, download a copy and preserve it until the recruitment process is complete. No petition / representation should be sent to the authority after submission. Changes or corrections to any information submitted through the online application will not be permitted under any circumstances. Candidates currently in service / who have previously served, if selected, must submit a No Objection Certificate / Permission Certificate / Service Certificate from the employing recruitment authority before the date of appointment. Service details must be entered in the application; false information will lead to disqualification. If the last date for fee payment falls on a public holiday, the next working day shall be treated as the last date for fee payment. The mobile number and email address entered in the application are final. Changes in mobile number / email cannot be entertained subsequently through any correspondence. Candidates whose results are pending for the qualifying degree at the time of applying and who have not yet received their results by the last date of application are not eligible to apply. Candidates will not be able to raise disputes regarding the educational qualification certificate / other reservation certificates. If the authority resolves such disputes, their selection will be treated as final. Candidates must read the detailed notification / instructions / procedures available on the website before applying online; information entered in the application is final and no additional documents can be submitted later. If the application of a candidate is rejected for incomplete submission or any benefit availed from it, such candidates are directly responsible for it. Candidates must not engage in any malpractice during the examination or at any stage; those found doing so will be disqualified from the selection and may face criminal proceedings and disciplinary action. Score lists obtained by candidates will be transferred to the concerned department / organization. After a written examination, all subsequent processes will be conducted as per rules of that department / organization. All recruitment-related information is available on the official account '@KEA_KARNATAKA' on the authority’s website.

KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

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KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1What is the difference between the KK Cadre and RPC Cadre in this recruitment?
A
The KK Cadre (Inland Source / ಒಳಮೂಲ) refers to posts filled through direct recruitment from the open market within the State cadre. The RPC Cadre (Rural Pay Commission / ಉಳಿಕೆ ಮೂಲ) refers to posts that were earlier unfilled in the Rural Pay Commission and are now being recruited through competitive examination. Both cadres have the same posts (Agriculture Officer and Assistant Agriculture Officer) and the same eligibility criteria, but different vacancy numbers and different exam dates (KK Cadre exam: 25.07.2026; RPC Cadre exam: 26.07.2026).
Q2Can I apply for both the KK Cadre and RPC Cadre?
A
Yes. Both are separate notifications with separate application numbers. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria may apply for both cadres by submitting separate online applications and paying the fee separately for each notification. The exam dates are different, so appearing for both is possible.
Q3Can I apply for both Agriculture Officer and Assistant Agriculture Officer posts in a single application?
A
Yes. Within the Agriculture Department, candidates may apply for both the Agriculture Officer (Rs. 85 pay level) and the Assistant Agriculture Officer (Rs. 85 pay level) posts through a single application by paying the fee once. For each additional post under the same programme appearing in the same examination, Rs. 100/- per post must be paid as additional fee. Marks scored in the single examination will be automatically considered for both posts and the department will prepare separate final rank lists.
Q4Is B.Sc. Agriculture from a distance education university eligible?
A
No. The degree must be from a university / institute recognized by ICAR or AICTE. Degrees from institutions offering UGC / AICTE accredited distance education programmes or open university technical-level programmes will not be accepted. The degree must be a regular, full-time programme from a recognized institution.
Q5What is the minimum qualifying marks required in the written examination?
A
Candidates must score a minimum of 35 marks (out of 300) in the competitive written examination to qualify. Candidates who fail to secure this minimum cut-off will be disqualified from the selection process regardless of their overall rank.
Q6Is the Kannada Language Test mandatory for all candidates?
A
The Kannada Language Test is mandatory for candidates who have not studied Kannada as the first or second language up to SSLC level. Candidates who have studied in Kannada medium from Class 1 to Class 10, or who have passed SSLC / equivalent with Kannada as the first or second language, are exempted from the test. Those who must appear in the test must score a minimum of 50 marks out of 150 to be eligible for selection.
Q7Is there negative marking in the KPSC Agriculture Officer written examination?
A
Yes. This is an Offline OMR-based multiple-choice examination. Each wrong answer will attract a negative deduction of 0.75 marks. If a candidate shades an answer or voids a previously shaded answer after the 5-minute grace period following the final bell, 0.75 marks per such question will also be deducted. Candidates are advised to attempt questions carefully.
Q8What is the upper age limit for OBC (Category 2A/2B/3A/3B) candidates?
A
OBC candidates belonging to Category 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B have an upper age limit of 43 years as on the last date of submission of application. This includes the one-time relaxation of 5 years already provided per Government Order dated 29.01.2026. No further general age relaxation is applicable beyond this for OBC candidates unless they fall under another specific relaxation category (e.g., Ex-Serviceman).
Q9Is Rural Candidate (Grameen) reservation available and what proof is required?
A
Yes. Rural reservation is available for candidates who have studied and passed from Class 1 to Class 10 in rural areas of Karnataka, as per Government Order No. 59 Shashana 2000 dated 06-01-2001. General merit candidates seeking Rural reservation must submit a Form-1 certificate from the Tahsildar, attested by the Head Master and Field Education Officer of the relevant school. SC / ST / OBC / PwD candidates seeking Rural reservation must submit a Form-2 certificate in the same manner. Both certificates must be submitted before the last date of application.
Q10Can candidates currently employed in a Government job apply for this recruitment?
A
Yes, candidates currently in Government service can apply. However, if selected, they must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) / Service Permission Certificate / Service Certificate from the employing recruitment authority before the date of appointment. Service details must be accurately entered in the online application. Failure to produce the NOC / service certificate will result in disqualification at the time of appointment. Candidates should not enter false service information as it will lead to cancellation of candidature.

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