KEA VAO Hall Ticket 2026 Out: KK Admit Card Download Link

KEA VAO Hall Ticket 2026 Out — Overview

KEA VAO Hall Ticket 2026 — Latest Update (As on 19 October 2026)

As per the latest report dated 19 October 2026, the hall ticket for the Kalyana Karnataka (KK) cadre is now available too. This exam is on 25 October 2026, which is only 6 days away, so please download your hall ticket today and check every detail.

Note: Some websites show 27 September and some show 28 September as the RPC release date. This is a one-day difference between websites. The official KEA portal is the final source.

Important Dates — KEA VAO 2026

• Notification Release: 10 July 2026
• Online Application: 11 July 2026 to 30 July 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 31 July 2026
• RPC/General Hall Ticket: 27/28 September 2026
• RPC/General Written Exam: 4 October 2026 (10:30 AM to 12:00 PM)
• Kalyana Karnataka Hall Ticket: 19 October 2026
• Kalyana Karnataka Written Exam: 25 October 2026 (2:30 PM to 4:00 PM)
• Answer Key: RPC/General key is already reported as released; KK key will come after the 25 October exam
• Result Date: Not announced yet — to be updated

How to Download KEA VAO Hall Ticket 2026 (Step by Step)

1. Open the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
2. Click on the “Recruitment” section on the homepage
3. Find “Village Administrative Officer Recruitment – 2026” and open it
4. Click on the link “VAO 2026 – Admission Ticket / Hall Ticket Download” (choose Kalyana Karnataka if that is your cadre)
5. Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth and first 4 letters of your name (as asked on the page)
6. Submit — your hall ticket will open on the screen
7. Download the PDF and take a clear printout on A4 paper. Keep 2 copies

Details Printed on KEA VAO Hall Ticket 2026

Check every detail as soon as you download. If your photo, name, date of birth or cadre is wrong, contact KEA helpline or office immediately. Do not wait for exam day.

• Candidate name, application number and date of birth
• Photo and signature
• Cadre (RPC/General or Kalyana Karnataka)
• Exam date, reporting time and exam time
• Exam centre name and full address
• Important exam day instructions

Documents to Carry on Exam Day

• Printed KEA VAO hall ticket (clear and readable)
• One valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Driving Licence, Passport etc.) — original, not a photocopy
• Black or blue ballpoint pen as allowed (OMR sheet needs correct pen — read the hall ticket instructions)
• Passport size photo, if your hall ticket instructions ask for it
• Do not carry: mobile phone, smart watch, calculator, bluetooth, notes or any electronic item

KEA VAO Exam Pattern 2026 (Quick Look)

• Mode: Offline OMR-based, objective type (MCQ)
• Negative marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer (as per reports)
• Minimum qualifying marks: 35% (as per reports)
• Exam duration: Most sources show 1 hour 30 minutes (RPC: 10:30 AM–12:00 PM; KK: 2:30 PM–4:00 PM)
• Some websites show two papers of 100 marks each, while others show a single paper. Because sources do not match, please read the official notification and your hall ticket for the exact number of papers and questions

Eligibility and Salary — Quick Facts

• Qualification: PUC (10+2) or equivalent recognized by the Government of Karnataka
• Minimum age: 18 years (as on 30 July 2026). Upper age limit depends on category — check the official notification
• Salary: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 per month (pay scale as per reports) plus allowances as per Karnataka government rules
• Job role: Village-level revenue work such as land records, certificates, crop survey and other work given by the Revenue Department

Exam Day Tips for Kalyana Karnataka Candidates (25 October 2026)

• Visit your exam centre one day before, so you know the route and travel time
• Reach at least 45–60 minutes before the exam time. Gates may close before the exam starts
• Fill the OMR sheet slowly — use only the pen allowed, shade the circle fully, and do not overwrite
• Because of negative marking, do not guess blindly. Attempt first the questions you know well
• Revise only short notes in the last 6 days: Karnataka GK, current affairs, basic Maths, reasoning, Kannada and English basics
• Sleep well the night before and carry water if allowed by the centre
• Follow all instructions on the hall ticket. A small mistake can cause entry problems

Common Problems While Downloading Hall Ticket — Easy Solutions

• Website slow or not opening: Many candidates log in together. Try early morning or late night
• Login error: Check application number, date of birth format and spelling of first 4 letters of the name. Remove extra spaces
• Forgot application number: Use the “forgot application number” option on the KEA portal or check your registration SMS / email
• Wrong photo, name or cadre on hall ticket: Contact KEA office / helpline with your application proof right away
• Hall ticket not visible for KK: Make sure you selected the Kalyana Karnataka link, not the RPC/General link
• PDF not opening: Use Chrome on a laptop, or update your PDF reader

What Happens After the Exam?

• KEA will release the provisional answer key. You can check your answers and raise objections within the given time if you find a mistake
• After final key, the result and merit list will be prepared as per KEA rules
• Selected candidates will go through document verification. Keep SSLC marks card, PUC marks card, category and Kalyana Karnataka (371J) certificate (if applicable) ready
• Always keep checking KEA website for result and verification notice

Important Instructions

• Use only the official KEA website for hall ticket and result. Do not trust links from unknown people
• Never share your application number or date of birth with anyone you do not know
• Dates and timings can change. Check the KEA website one day before the exam for any new notice
• Fake calls promising a job or marks are common — KEA never asks money for selection

KEA VAO Hall Ticket 2026 — FAQs

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