Karnataka Examination Authority — Department of Land Records, Survey Settlement and Land Records
The Karnataka Examination Authority has issued an official recruitment notification for Surveyor (Bhoomapaka), announcing a total of 750 vacancies located in Karnataka. The online application window opens on 11 July 2026 and closes on 07 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Technology, or B.Sc in specified sciences and be within the prescribed age limit of 18-40 years (Relaxations: 3 years for 2A/2B/3A/3B; 5 years for SC/ST/Cat-1), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹37,500 - ₹76,100. The selection procedure comprises Competitive written exam (Paper I & II), Kannada language qualifying test, and document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 11 Jul 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
07 Aug 2026
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| Exam Date | 03 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name | Surveyor (Bhoomapaka) |
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| Total Vacancies | 750 |
| Qualification | Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Technology, or B.Sc in specified sciences |
| Age Limit | 18-40 years (Relaxations: 3 years for 2A/2B/3A/3B; 5 years for SC/ST/Cat-1) |
| Salary | ₹37,500 - ₹76,100 |
| Application Fee | General: ₹750, SC/ST/Cat-1: ₹500, PWD: ₹250 |
| Selection Process | Competitive written exam (Paper I & II), Kannada language qualifying test, and document verification. |
Prescribed Age: 18–40 Years (As on 07 Aug 2026)
The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has initiated a direct recruitment drive for 750 Surveyor (Bhoomapaka) positions within the Department of Land Records, Survey Settlement and Land Records. Candidates are recruited under two categories: the Regular State Cadre (560 posts) and the Kalyana-Karnataka local cadre (190 posts). The online application window is open from 2026-07-11 to 2026-08-07.
| Cadre Type | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Regular Cadre (RPC) | 560 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) | 190 |
To qualify for these Group-C positions, candidates must meet specific educational and age requirements:
Selection is based on a competitive offline examination. The assessment comprises two papers:
A negative marking of 0.25 is applicable for incorrect answers. Candidates not possessing a strong background in Kannada must also clear a qualifying language test.
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