| Online Application Starts | Active and Open Now |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Available before exam |
| Written Exam / CBT Date | To be announced |
General / OBC: Rs. 750 | SC / ST / Cat-1: Rs. 250
Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Debit / Credit Card, or UPI).
18 to 40-45 Years
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Karnataka Examinations Authority published a recruitment drive for Group-C Technical posts under the Residual Parent Cadre.
This recruitment drive covers 187 vacancies across Junior Engineer, Assistant Town Planner, and Draftsman cadres. Online applications opened on 31 October 2026.
Interested candidates should review the eligibility criteria and complete the registration process before the window shuts.
| Parameter | Official Notification Specification |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post Designation | Junior Engineer (Civil), Assistant Town Planner, Draftsman |
| Total Openings | 187 Vacancies |
| Remuneration / Pay Scale | Rs. 54,175 - Rs. 99,400 |
| Place of Posting | Karnataka State |
| Age Limit Benchmark | 18 to 40-45 Years (Relaxation as per rules) |
| Educational Qualification | Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent |
| Selection Mode | Written Examination / Document Verification |
| Application Deadline | 26 November 2026 |
| Official Board Portal | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
The online application portal is active right now. Don't wait for the final day to pay your fees.
The registration link stays open until 26 November 2026. The exam authority will accept application fees online until 27 November 2026.
| Recruitment Event | Important Date / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | 31 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starting Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 26 November 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | 27 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Download Availability | To be announced |
| Written Exam / CBT Schedule | To be announced |
The notification lists 187 openings under the Residual Parent Cadre. Openings follow statutory reservation guidelines set by the Karnataka state government.
Specific seat allocations cover unreserved categories, backward classes, and reserved groups according to departmental rosters.
| Cadre / Candidate Category | Vacancy Allocation | Reservation Quota Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Notified Vacancies | As per Karnataka State Cadre Rules |
| Assistant Town Planner | Notified Vacancies | As per Karnataka State Cadre Rules |
| Draftsman | Notified Vacancies | As per Karnataka State Cadre Rules |
| General Merit (GM) | Open Merit Allocation | Karnataka State Policy |
| OBC (Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B) | Reserved Allocation | State Backward Classes Quota |
| SC / ST Categories | Reserved Allocation | Statutory State Reservation |
| Total Notified Openings | 187 Posts | 100% Vacancies (RPC Cadre) |
Candidates must hold a three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering awarded by a recognized State Board of Technical Education. Equivalent qualifications approved by the government are also accepted.
You must have completed the qualification before the closing date. Those waiting for final results can't submit forms.
Fresh diploma holders are eligible to apply for these technical posts. Prior working experience isn't mandatory unless specified for specialized sub-categories.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old on the closing date. The upper age limit varies between 40 and 45 years depending on the candidate's category.
Reserved category candidates get age relaxations under Karnataka government rules.
| Candidate Category | Permissible Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General Merit (GM) | Up to 35 Years (Base limit) |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B (OBC) | 3 Years Relaxation (Up to 38 Years) |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years Relaxation (Up to 40 Years) |
| Category-1 | 5 Years Relaxation (Up to 40 Years) |
| PwBD Candidates | 10 Years Upper Age Relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service Period plus 3 Years |
Selected recruits will draw a monthly pay between Rs. 54,175 and Rs. 99,400. The post carries regular state government allowances.
Benefits include Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and medical benefits as per Karnataka service rules.
| Remuneration Parameter | Official Terms & Entitlements |
|---|---|
| Monthly Pay Scale | Rs. 54,175 - Rs. 99,400 |
| Pay Standard / Structure | Karnataka State Revised Pay Scale |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Applicable state government rates |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Based on city posting classification |
| Medical & Other Allowances | As per state civil service guidelines |
| Nature of Engagement | Regular Government Service |
Selection relies on a written competitive examination followed by document verification. The exam evaluates general knowledge and technical engineering topics.
Candidates must score above the minimum cut-off marks to qualify for the final merit list.
The test features objective multiple choice questions. The exam authority will issue guidelines regarding negative marking and test centers through subsequent hall tickets.
| Subject / Test Section | Questions | Max Marks | Language Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 50 Questions | 50 Marks | English / Kannada | Composite Paper |
| General Kannada / General English | 50 Questions | 50 Marks | Respective Language | Composite Paper |
| Civil Engineering Core Technical Paper | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | English / Kannada | Composite Paper |
| Total Scheme | 200 Questions | 200 Marks | Bilingual Format | Prescribed Duration |
General and backward class applicants must pay an application fee of Rs. 750. Candidates from SC, ST, and Category-1 categories need to pay Rs. 250.
Make your payment through the official payment gateway before 27 November 2026. Do not send cash or rely on unauthorized intermediaries.
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High School (Class 10th) certificate or birth certificate for age verification.
Degree, Diploma, or Marksheets for essential educational qualifications.
Valid Category or Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if claiming reservation.
Disability Certificate issued by competent medical authority for PwBD applicants.
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Quick answers to common candidate queries for KEA Recruitment 2026
The online application window closes on 26 November 2026. You can pay the examination fee online until 27 November 2026.
The pay scale ranges from Rs. 54,175 to Rs. 99,400 per month. Additional state government allowances apply according to service norms.
You need a three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized technical board. Prescribed government equivalents are also acceptable.
This notification is specifically for technical cadres like Junior Engineer and Draftsman. While candidates frequently track kea junior assistant recruitment updates, this current drive focuses purely on diploma technical cadres.
Yes, archives for kea junior assistant recruitment 2023 and kea junior assistant recruitment 2024 remain accessible on the KEA website under historical notification archives.
Old scorecards and results for kea junior assistant exam result 2023 are located in the results tab on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The maximum age ranges from 40 to 45 years depending on government reservation categories.
General Merit and backward class candidates pay Rs. 750. Reserved categories like SC, ST, and Category-1 pay Rs. 250.
Yes, these 187 posts are regular appointments under the Karnataka state government Residual Parent Cadre rules.
Submit your form online directly through the recruitment link at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea before the deadline.
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