Last updated: 05 Sept 2026Official NotificationState GovernmentPermanent
KEA Principal Recruitment 2026 (Government PU Colleges) – 247 Posts | Apply by 04 Oct
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Karnataka - Karnataka
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21 days left
Vacancies
247
Salary
Rs.90,200-1,59,200 Group-A (regular, 2-year probation)
Last Date
4 Oct 2026
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Karnataka Examinations Authority Important Dates 2026
Application Start Date3 Sept 2026
Last Date to Apply4 Oct 2026
Karnataka Examinations Authority Application Fee 2026
GM and 2A/2B/3A/3B Rs.1,500; SC, ST, Cat-1, Ex-SM and Third Gender Rs.1,000; PwBD Rs.500
Karnataka Examinations Authority Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs.90,200-1,59,200 Group-A (regular, 2-year probation)
Karnataka Examinations Authority Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Scope: Only serving Lecturers in Government PU Colleges with minimum 10 years service in the Lecturer cadre and completed probation - not open to freshers
- Fee: Rs.1,500 for GM and 2A/2B/3A/3B; Rs.1,000 for SC, ST, Cat-1, Ex-SM and Third Gender; Rs.500 for PwBD
Karnataka Examinations Authority Qualification / Education
- Qualification: Serving Lecturer in Government PU Colleges of the School Education Department with minimum 10 years of service in the Lecturer cadre and satisfactory probation completion
Karnataka Examinations Authority Job Details & Overview
Overview
| Organisation | Karnataka Examinations Authority on behalf of the Department of School Education (Pre-University) |
|---|---|
| Post | Principal in Government PU Colleges Group-A through direct recruitment from Lecturers - Advt ED/KEA/28/Recruitment/2026-RPC and ED/KEA/29/Recruitment/2026-KK dated 03-09-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 247 (RPC 216 and Kalyana-Karnataka local cadre 31) |
| Qualification | Serving Lecturer with 10 years service only |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online from 07-09-2026 |
| Last Date | 04/10/2026 (fee till 05-10-2026; exam date TBA) |
| Official Website | https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ |
Vacancy Details - Category Wise
| Cadre | GM | SC-A | SC-B | SC-C | ST | Cat-1 | 2A | 2B | 3A | 3B | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RPC | 108 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 32 | 9 | 8 | 10 | 216 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka | 15 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 31 |
| Total | 123 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 37 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 247 |
Eligibility Details
- Only serving Lecturers in Government PU Colleges of the School Education Department with minimum 10 years of service in the Lecturer cadre and satisfactory probation completion
- Not open to the general public or freshers
Age Limit
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| All categories | As per KEA service rules in the PDF (no separate slab in summaries - refer the PDF) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (online) |
|---|---|
| GM and 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | Rs.1,500 |
| SC, ST, Cat-1, Ex-Servicemen and Third Gender | Rs.1,000 |
| PwBD | Rs.500 |
Selection Process
- Competitive written examination with Paper-1 Kannada Language of 150 questions and marks in 3 hours as qualifying with minimum 50 marks and not counted in merit
- Paper-2 General Studies and Paper-3 Service Rules and Administration of 150 marks each in 3 hours with minus 0.25 in Papers 2 and 3, and merit on Papers 2 and 3 only, followed by document verification with final selection
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper-1 Kannada (qualifying) | 150 |
| Paper-2 General Studies | 150 |
| Paper-3 Service Rules and Admin | 150 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 03/09/2026 |
| Apply Online | 07/09/2026 to 04/10/2026 |
| Fee Payment Till | 05/10/2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced on the KEA site (no correction after submission) |
How to Apply
- Open the official portal recruitment section for School Education PU 2026 with the RPC or KK link
- Open the online application link, register and fill the form, uploading photo, signature and certificates
- Pay the fee online by 05-10-2026 and verify before submission since no edits are allowed after submission
Important Links (Official Only)
Karnataka Examinations Authority Important Links
How to Apply for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)'s KEA Principal Recruitment 2026 (Government PU Colleges) – 247 Posts | Apply by 04 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of GM and 2A/2B/3A/3B Rs.1,500; SC, ST, Cat-1, Ex-SM and Third Gender Rs.1,000; PwBD Rs.500 online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 4 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Karnataka Examinations Authority Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Karnataka Examinations Authority Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 4 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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Official Notification (PDF)
Download Official Notification PDFPosted: 3 Sept 2026Source: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment FAQs
What is KEA Principal Recruitment 2026 (Government PU Colleges) – 247 Posts | Apply by 04 Oct?
KEA Principal Recruitment 2026 (Government PU Colleges) – 247 Posts | Apply by 04 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Karnataka Examinations Authority. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026 start on 03 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026 is 04 October 2026.
What is the application fee for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026?
GM and 2A/2B/3A/3B Rs.1,500; SC, ST, Cat-1, Ex-SM and Third Gender Rs.1,000; PwBD Rs.500
What is the qualification required for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026?
Qualification: Serving Lecturer in Government PU Colleges of the School Education Department with minimum 10 years of service in the Lecturer cadre and satisfactory probation completion
How to apply for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.
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