Last updated: 31 Oct 2026Official NotificationState Governmentdirect-recruitment
KEA SDA Recruitment 2026 (RPC – Rest of Karnataka) - 1797 Posts, Karnataka
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) - SDA posts, RPC (Rest of Karnataka)
Karnataka - Karnataka (state-wide); RPC (Rest of Karnataka)
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| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Division Assistant — Commerce & Industries Dept. | P1 | — | — | — | 500 |
| Second Division Assistant — Judiciary Dept. | P2 | — | — | — | 522 |
| GP Secretary & Rural Development Assistant Grade-2 — RDPR | P3 | — | — | — | 284 |
| Second Division Assistant (District & Taluk Panchayat) — RDPR | P4 | — | — | — | 200 |
| Senior Accounts Assistant — Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Dept. | P5 | — | — | — | 130 |
| Second Division Assistant (Gram Panchayat) — RDPR | P6 | — | — | — | 68 |
| Second Division Assistant — Labour Dept. | P7 | — | — | — | 48 |
| Second Division Assistant — Forest Dept. | P8 | — | — | — | 45 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,797 | ||||
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1,797 |
| Total | 1,797 |
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Karnataka Examinations Authority Important Dates 2026
Application Start Date29 Oct 2026
Latest UpdateNotification No. ED/KEA/16/Ne.Vi./2026 (RPC) dated 29.10.2026. The online application window is notified separately on the KEA recruitment portal.
Karnataka Examinations Authority Application Fee 2026
As prescribed
Karnataka Examinations Authority Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 34,100 – 67,600
Karnataka Examinations Authority Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Second Division Assistant — Commerce & Industries Dept. | 500 | Rs. 34,100 – 67,600 |
| As per advertisement | — |
| 2 | Second Division Assistant — Judiciary Dept. | 522 | Rs. 34,100 – 67,600 |
| As per advertisement | — |
| 3 | GP Secretary & Rural Development Assistant Grade-2 — RDPR | 284 | Rs. 34,100 – 67,600 |
| As per advertisement | — |
| 4 | Second Division Assistant (District & Taluk Panchayat) — RDPR | 200 | Rs. 34,100 – 67,600 |
| As per advertisement | — |
| 5 | Senior Accounts Assistant — Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Dept. | 130 | Rs. 34,100 – 67,600 |
| As per advertisement | — |
| 6 | Second Division Assistant (Gram Panchayat) — RDPR | 68 | Rs. 34,100 – 67,600 |
| As per advertisement | — |
| 7 | Second Division Assistant — Labour Dept. | 48 | Rs. 34,100 – 67,600 |
| As per advertisement | — |
| 8 | Second Division Assistant — Forest Dept. | 45 | Rs. 34,100 – 67,600 |
| As per advertisement | — |
| Total Vacancies | 1,797 | |||||
Karnataka Examinations Authority Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| S.No. | Post / Trade | Unreserved (UR) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Second Division Assistant — Commerce & Industries Dept. | 500 | 500 |
| 2 | Second Division Assistant — Judiciary Dept. | 522 | 522 |
| 3 | GP Secretary & Rural Development Assistant Grade-2 — RDPR | 284 | 284 |
| 4 | Second Division Assistant (District & Taluk Panchayat) — RDPR | 200 | 200 |
| 5 | Senior Accounts Assistant — Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Dept. | 130 | 130 |
| 6 | Second Division Assistant (Gram Panchayat) — RDPR | 68 | 68 |
| 7 | Second Division Assistant — Labour Dept. | 48 | 48 |
| 8 | Second Division Assistant — Forest Dept. | 45 | 45 |
| Total | 1797 | 1797 | |
Karnataka Examinations Authority Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Second PUC (12th) or equivalent plus computer knowledge.
- Age and reservation as per Karnataka Civil Services (Direct Recruitment) (General) Rules, 2021.
- Selection by KEA competitive examination.
Karnataka Examinations Authority Qualification / Education
- Pass in Second PUC (12th standard) or equivalent.
- Computer knowledge as prescribed.
Karnataka Examinations Authority Job Details & Overview
KEA SDA Recruitment 2026 — RPC (Rest of Karnataka)
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has invited online applications for direct recruitment by competitive examination to Group 'C' Second Division Assistant (SDA) posts in various departments, institutions, corporations and boards of Karnataka under the RPC (Rest of Karnataka) residual parent cadre, in accordance with the Karnataka Civil Services (Direct Recruitment) (General) Rules, 2021.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 29 October 2026 |
| Online application window | As notified on the KEA recruitment portal |
Vacancy Details
| Department / Post | Posts |
|---|---|
| Second Division Assistant — Commerce & Industries Dept. | 500 |
| Second Division Assistant — Judiciary Dept. | 522 |
| GP Secretary & Rural Development Assistant Grade-2 — RDPR | 284 |
| Second Division Assistant (District & Taluk Panchayat) — RDPR | 200 |
| Senior Accounts Assistant — Karnataka State Audit & Accounts Dept. | 130 |
| Second Division Assistant (Gram Panchayat) — RDPR | 68 |
| Second Division Assistant — Labour Dept. | 48 |
| Second Division Assistant — Forest Dept. | 45 |
| Total | 1797 |
Eligibility
- Pass in Second PUC (12th standard) or equivalent, plus computer knowledge as prescribed.
- Age and reservation as per the Karnataka Civil Services (Direct Recruitment) (General) Rules, 2021 and Government of Karnataka orders in force.
- Selection is by competitive examination conducted by KEA, followed by document verification.
How to Apply
- Apply online through the KEA recruitment portal (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) when the application window opens.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee online and upload the required documents.
- Download the admission ticket from the KEA website once notified and appear for the competitive examination.
Karnataka Examinations Authority Important Links
Karnataka Examinations Authority Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 1,797 |
| Total | 1,797 |
How to Apply for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) - SDA posts, RPC (Rest of Karnataka)'s KEA SDA Recruitment 2026 (RPC – Rest of Karnataka) - 1797 Posts, Karnataka before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) - SDA posts, RPC (Rest of Karnataka) 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 As prescribed online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before the last date in the notification 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) - SDA posts, RPC (Rest of Karnataka) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) - SDA posts, RPC (Rest of Karnataka) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, the last date in the notification; 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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Download Official Notification PDFPosted: 29 Oct 2026Source: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)Via: official
Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment FAQs
What is KEA SDA Recruitment 2026 (RPC – Rest of Karnataka) - 1797 Posts, Karnataka?
KEA SDA Recruitment 2026 (RPC – Rest of Karnataka) - 1797 Posts, Karnataka 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 29 October 2026.
What is the application fee for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026?
As prescribed
What is the qualification required for Karnataka Examinations Authority Recruitment 2026?
Pass in Second PUC (12th standard) or equivalent. Computer knowledge as prescribed.
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.