KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026: 890 Vacancies – Apply Now!
Dreaming of a stable government job in Karnataka’s Agriculture Department? The wait is over! Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026 notification for a massive 890 vacancies of Agriculture Officer (AO) and Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) posts. Whether you hold a BSc Agriculture degree or a related qualification, this is your golden opportunity to secure a prestigious role with excellent pay and job security.
Applications opened on 19th April 2026 and the last date to apply online is 10th May 2026. Two separate notifications have been issued — one for the RPC (General) region and another for the Kalyana Karnataka region. If you’re a agriculture graduate looking for a rewarding career, read this complete guide carefully. We’ve covered every detail so you don’t miss a single step.
Check latest KEA results and updates on Result91.comImportant Dates for KEA AO AAO Recruitment 2026
Mark these dates in your calendar to stay ahead of the competition:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 April 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 19 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 12 May 2026 |
| Kannada Language Test | 6 June 2026 |
| Written Exam (RPC Region) | 7 June 2026 |
| Written Exam (KK Region) | 14 June 2026 |
Vacancy Details – 890 Posts Across Two Regions
KEA has announced a total of 890 vacancies divided between RPC (General) and Kalyana Karnataka regions. Posts are further split into Sre. 85 (BSc Agriculture specific) and Sre. 15 (broader agriculture-related degrees).
| Post | RPC Region | Kalyana Karnataka Region |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Officer (Sre. 85) | 69 | 35 |
| Agriculture Officer (Sre. 15) | 12 | 05 |
| Assistant Agriculture Officer (Sre. 85) | 468 | 186 |
| Assistant Agriculture Officer (Sre. 15) | 83 | 32 |
Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?
Educational Qualification
- Sre. 85 Posts: BSc (Agriculture) / BSc Hons (Agriculture) from ICAR/AICTE recognised university
- Sre. 15 Posts: BTech Food Science & Technology, BSc Sericulture, BSc Agri Business Management, BTech Biotechnology, BSc/BTech Agricultural Engineering, and similar degrees
Age Limit (as on 01.04.2026)
- General / Merit: 40 years
- Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B: 43 years
- SC / ST / Cat-1: 45 years
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General & Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B | 750 |
| SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender | 500 |
| PwD (Special Differently Abled) | 250 |
Step-by-Step: How to Apply Online for KEA AO AAO 2026
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Visit official KEA portal → Recruitment → Agriculture Department AO/AAO 2026
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Register via DigiLocker using Aadhaar to auto-fetch SSLC marksheet
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Fill personal, educational & reservation details
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Upload photo (50-200 KB), signature (50-70 KB) & documents in JPG
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Pay fee online and submit. Download & print the application form
Selection Process
KEA follows a two-stage selection: (1) Competitive Written Examination and (2) Kannada Language Test (qualifying). Final merit list will be prepared on the basis of written exam marks. Exam dates are already announced — RPC on 7th June and KK on 14th June 2026.
Salary Structure
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Agriculture Officer (AO)
₹69,250 – ₹1,34,200 per month -
Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO)
₹65,950 – ₹1,24,900 per month
Pro tip: Start preparing for the Kannada Language Test right away — it’s a mandatory qualifying paper for all candidates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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