Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for Horticulture Department, Government of Karnataka
Karnataka - Karnataka (Statewide)
Vacancies
85
Salary
Assistant Horticulture Officer: Rs. 65,950 - Rs. 1,24,900; Assistant Horticulture Director: Rs. 69,250 - Rs. 1,34,200
Last Date
30 Aug 2026
⚠ Please verify all details (dates, eligibility, vacancies) from the official notification before applying. Rojgarpulse is an information aggregator and not a government body.
Rs. 750/- (General/2A/2B/3A/3B); Rs. 500/- (SC/ST/Cat-1/ESM/Third Gender); Rs. 250/- (PwD)
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
40 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Assistant Horticulture Officer: Rs. 65,950 - Rs. 1,24,900; Assistant Horticulture Director: Rs. 69,250 - Rs. 1,34,200
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years; Upper age General 40, Cat 2A/2B/3A/3B 43, SC/ST/Cat-1 45 years.
Graduate in Horticulture (AHO) or Post Graduate Degree in Horticulture with B.Sc. Horticulture (AHD) from an ICAR-accredited University.
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), on behalf of the Horticulture Department, Government of Karnataka, has released notification for recruitment to 85 posts of Assistant Horticulture Officer and Assistant Horticulture Director.
Vacancy Details: General Notification (ADE/KEA/32/NE.V/2026): Assistant Horticulture Officer 75, Assistant Horticulture Director 05 (Total 80); Kalyana-Karnataka Quota (ADE/KEA/33/NE.V/2026): Assistant Horticulture Director 05.
Educational Qualification:
Age Limit: 18 years minimum; Upper age - General 40 years, Category 2A/2B/3A/3B 43 years, SC/ST/Category-1 45 years (relaxed by 5 years for this cycle).
Salary: Assistant Horticulture Officer Rs. 65,950 - Rs. 1,24,900; Assistant Horticulture Director Rs. 69,250 - Rs. 1,34,200.
Application Fee: Rs. 750/- (General/2A/2B/3A/3B); Rs. 500/- (SC/ST/Cat-1/ESM/Third Gender); Rs. 250/- (PwD).
Selection Process: Competitive Examination (CBT/OMR) - Paper 1 General Knowledge (100 Q, 300 marks) + Paper 2 Horticulture (100 Q, 300 marks); 0.75 negative marking; qualifying Kannada Language Test where applicable.
Important Dates: Notification 04.08.2026; Online Application 05.08.2026 to 30.08.2026; Fee payment by 31.08.2026.
How to Apply: Apply online at https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for Horticulture Dept. |
| Notifications | ADE/KEA/32/NE.V/2026 (RPC) & ADE/KEA/33/NE.V/2026 (KK) |
| Total Vacancies | 85 (80 General + 5 Kalyana-Karnataka) |
| Application Window | 05.08.2026 to 30.08.2026 (fee by 31.08.2026) |
| Exam | CBT/OMR (dates to be notified) |
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Knowledge (current affairs, general science, Karnataka & India history/geography, Constitution, general intelligence) | 100 | 300 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 | Horticulture (subject-specific) | 100 | 300 | 2 hours |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | Rs. 750/- |
| SC / ST / Cat-1 / ESM / Third Gender | Rs. 500/- |
| PwD | Rs. 250/- |