Verified from official source on 12 Jul 2026

KEA Village Administrative Officer (VAO) 2026 — Revenue Department, Karnataka (572 Posts)

📍 KarnatakaKarnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru — Revenue Department, Govt. of KarnatakaState Govt Jobs

Total Posts: 572
Qualification: Graduation (Bachelor's degree) in any discipline from a recognized university. Must know Kannada (studied up to SSLC as first or second language).
Age Limit: 18–40 years (General); relaxation per Karnataka Govt rules (SC/ST/Cat-1 +5, Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B +3, PwBD +10)
Application Fee: As per KEA notification — paid online at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
Minimum Qualification: Graduate

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Overview

KEA has released the notification for 572 Village Administrative Officer (VAO) posts under the Revenue Department, Government of Karnataka. VAOs (previously called Village Accountants) manage land records, revenue collection, disaster management, welfare scheme implementation, and administrative functions at the village level. This is a permanent government post with state pay scales. VAO is one of the most sought-after Karnataka state government positions. Selection through Competitive Written Examination + Certificate Verification. Apply through KEA portal.

Eligibility

* Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. * Must know Kannada (studied as first or second language up to SSLC). * Age 18–40 years (relaxation per Karnataka rules).

Important Dates

Application Start → Currently open
To be announced
Last Date to Apply → Verify from KEA portal
To be announced

Application Fee

As per KEA notification — paid online at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

Salary

As per Karnataka Govt Group C Revenue Department pay scales + DA + HRA + village allowances

How to Apply

1. Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/. 2. Complete OTR if new user. 3. Select "Village Administrative Officer (VAO) 2026." 4. Fill application, upload photo, signature, degree certificate. 5. Pay fee online and submit before the last date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are there in KEA Village Administrative Officer (VAO) 2026 — Revenue Department, Karnataka (572 Posts)?+

There are 572 vacancies in KEA Village Administrative Officer (VAO) 2026 — Revenue Department, Karnataka (572 Posts) as per the official notification by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru — Revenue Department, Govt. of Karnataka.

What is the minimum qualification for KEA Village Administrative Officer (VAO) 2026 — Revenue Department, Karnataka (572 Posts)?+

The minimum qualification required is Graduation (Bachelor's degree) in any discipline from a recognized university. Must know Kannada (studied up to SSLC as first or second language).. Please refer to the official notification for detailed post-wise eligibility criteria.

What is the salary for KEA Village Administrative Officer (VAO) 2026 — Revenue Department, Karnataka (572 Posts)?+

The salary for KEA Village Administrative Officer (VAO) 2026 — Revenue Department, Karnataka (572 Posts) is As per Karnataka Govt Group C Revenue Department pay scales + DA + HRA + village allowances as per the official pay scales plus DA, HRA, and other allowances.