Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) — Revenue Department
Cut-off Date: 30 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 40 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | — | 31 Jul 1986 to 30 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | — | 31 Jul 1986 to 30 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 43 yrs | +3 yrs | 31 Jul 1983 to 30 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +5 yrs | 31 Jul 1981 to 30 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +5 yrs | 31 Jul 1981 to 30 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 50 yrs | +10 yrs | 31 Jul 1976 to 30 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–40 Years (As on 30 Jul 2026)
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has issued an official recruitment notification for Village Accountant / Grama Aadalitha Adhikari, announcing a total of 572 vacancies located in Karnataka. The online application window opens on 11 July 2026 and closes on 30 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold PUC (Class 12) or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka. and be within the prescribed age limit of 18-40 years (General), 18-43 years (Cat 2A/2B/3A/3B), 18-45 years (SC/ST/Cat-1). Relaxations available., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹34,100 - ₹67,600. The selection procedure comprises Competitive written examination (Offline-OMR mode) only. No interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 11 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
30 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 04 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name | Village Accountant / Grama Aadalitha Adhikari |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 572 |
| Qualification | PUC (Class 12) or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka. |
| Age Limit | 18-40 years (General), 18-43 years (Cat 2A/2B/3A/3B), 18-45 years (SC/ST/Cat-1). Relaxations available. |
| Salary | ₹34,100 - ₹67,600 |
| Application Fee | General/2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹750; SC/ST/Cat-1/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender: ₹500; PwBD: ₹250 |
| Selection Process | Competitive written examination (Offline-OMR mode) only. No interview. |
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has initiated the recruitment process for 572 Village Accountant posts, officially designated as Grama Aadalitha Adhikari (Village Administrative Officer), under the Revenue Department. The vacancies are categorized into General/RPC and Kalyana-Karnataka regions. The selection for these positions will be conducted via a competitive OMR-based written examination.
| Cadre | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General/RPC | 505 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka | 67 |
Candidates must ensure they meet the following requirements before submitting their application:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 11 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 30 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 July 2026 |
| Written Exam (General/RPC) | 4 October 2026 |
| Written Exam (Kalyana-Karnataka) | 25 October 2026 |
The selection is based on a competitive written examination (Offline-OMR). A minimum of 35% marks is mandatory for qualification. The exam comprises two papers, each carrying 100 marks with a duration of 2 hours per paper. A negative marking of 0.25 applies to incorrect answers.
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