📢 Official Announcement
KEA Compulsory Kannada Language Test 2026 Admit Card and Exam Details
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Issued By
Karnataka Examinations Authority
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Date
21 Aug 2026
Karnataka Examinations Authority - Village Administrative Officer (VAO) Official Notification Poster & Schedule

KEA Compulsory Kannada Language Test 2026 Admit Card and Exam Details

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By Deepak Joshi • 21 Aug 2026
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Status Updated: 21 Aug 2026

📌 Quick Information Overview

Organization / University Karnataka Examinations Authority
Exam / Course Name Village Administrative Officer (VAO)
Update Category Admit Card / Hall Ticket
Status EXAMINATION CONCLUDED
Official Portal http://kea.kar.nic.in/
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Executive Summary & Key Facts

Verified Fact Sheet

The Karnataka Examinations Authority has released the official Admit Card and Hall Ticket for Village Administrative Officer (VAO) (Karnataka) on 21 August 2026 for the upcoming examination scheduled for 22 August 2026. Candidates registered for the recruitment can download their hall ticket by logging in with their application registration number and date of birth. The admit card contains vital instructions regarding the exam center, reporting time, shift timings, and mandatory photo identity documentation. Direct server download links and the official schedule notice verified by ApplySarkariJob are provided directly below.

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📅 Village Administrative Officer (VAO) - Important Dates & Schedule

Village Administrative Officer (VAO) Schedule & Deadlines
Exam Date22 Aug 2026

📝 Village Administrative Officer (VAO) - Detailed Notification Guide

Overview of KEA Compulsory Kannada Language Test 2026

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has scheduled the Compulsory Kannada Language Test for 22nd August 2026. This assessment is a mandatory qualifying requirement for candidates applying for various Group-A and Group-B posts, including Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Police Constable, Land Surveyor, KREIS Teachers, and Section Officers. The examination will be held from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Examination Schedule

EventDate
Kannada Language Test22 August 2026
Main VAO Exam (General/RPC)4 October 2026
Main VAO Exam (Kalyana-Karnataka)25 October 2026

Eligibility and Applicability

This test is specifically for candidates from outside-Karnataka or the Kalyana Karnataka quota who have already qualified in the main written examination. Candidates must appear for this qualifying test if they meet any of the following criteria:

  • Did not study Kannada as a subject up to SSLC or equivalent examination.
  • Did not pass SSLC (or higher) with Kannada as the medium of instruction.
  • Have not previously cleared a Kannada Language Test conducted by the competent authority.

Exam Pattern

  • Total Questions: 100 MCQs
  • Maximum Marks: 150
  • Qualifying Marks: 50

How to Download the Admit Card

Once activated, candidates can download their hall tickets from the official KEA portal by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official KEA exam portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/KEA_EXAM_PORTAL.
  2. Locate the specific link for the 'Kannada Language Test 2026 Admit Card'.
  3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth to log in.
  4. Verify your exam center, photograph, and reporting time.
  5. Download and print at least two copies for exam day.

Note: Candidates must carry a valid original photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License) along with the printed admit card to the examination center.

❓ Village Administrative Officer (VAO) Frequently Asked Questions

What is the educational qualification required for Village Administrative Officer (VAO)?

Candidates must possess: Candidate must have cleared the main written examination for the respective post. as specified in the official notification.

How can I apply online for Karnataka Examinations Authority Village Administrative Officer (VAO)?

Eligible candidates can apply online by visiting http://kea.kar.nic.in/ or clicking the direct Apply Online link provided on this page, completing the registration, and uploading the required documents.

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