The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the official notification for a mega recruitment drive to fill 700+ vacancies across multiple departments and corporations, including BDA, KSDL, RGUHS, KKRTC, NWKRTC, Agriculture Marketing, Technical Education, and School Education (PU). Eligible candidates can apply online on the KEA portal from 08 October 2025 to 31 October 2025.
This article covers the post-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, pay matrix, selection process, fees, important dates, and step-by-step application guide for FDA, SDA, Conductor, Assistant Accountant, Junior Officer, Junior Programmer, Assistant/Junior Assistant, and Librarian posts.
KEA Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Recruiting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Posts | FDA, SDA, Conductor, Assistant Accountant, Junior Officer, Junior Programmer, Assistant/Junior Assistant, Librarian & others |
| Total Vacancies | 700+ (≈705 as per breakup below) |
| Pay Matrix | ₹23,990 – ₹1,12,900 (post-wise) |
| Qualification | 10th/SSLC, 12th/PUC, ITI, Diploma, Any Degree, B.Com, B.E/B.Tech, MCA, MBA, M.Lib, LLB (post-wise) |
| Age Limit | 18–38 years (upper age relaxations below) |
| Apply Start | 08-10-2025 |
| Apply Last Date | 31-10-2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 01-11-2025 |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ |
🔎 Note: Some summaries mention 387; however, the post-wise breakup totals ≈705 vacancies. Always rely on the official notification PDF for the final count.
KEA Vacancy 2025 – Department & Post-wise Details
Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) – 25
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First Division Assistant (FDA): 05
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Second Division Assistant (SDA): 20
Karnataka Soaps & Detergents Ltd. (KSDL) – 18
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Junior Officer (Marketing/Q&A/Production/Materials): 05
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Sales Representative: 04
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Operator (Semi-Skilled): 09
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) – 44
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Junior Programmer: 05
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Assistant Engineer (Civil): 01
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Assistant: 12
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Junior Assistant: 25
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Assistant Librarian: 01
Transport Corporations – KKRTC & NWKRTC – 335
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Conductor (KKRTC): 300
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Assistant Accountant (KKRTC): 16
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Assistant Traffic Inspector (NWKRTC): 19
Other Departments – 283
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Agriculture Marketing: AE/JE/FDA/SDA/Supervisor etc. – 180
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Technical Education (DTE): FDA 66, SDA 27
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School Education (PU): Librarian 10
Grand Total (indicative): ≈705 vacancies.
KEA Eligibility Criteria 2025 (Post-wise Essentials)
General Eligibility: Candidates should possess 10th/12th/PUC/ITI/Diploma/Any Degree/B.Com/B.E/B.Tech/MCA/MBA/M.Lib/LLB as specified for each post in the official notification.
Key Post-wise Qualifications:
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FDA (Court Clerk/Revenue Inspector/DTE): Any Degree from a recognized University.
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SDA (DTE/BDA): PUC/10+2 (CBSE/ICSE/State) OR 3-year Diploma OR 2-year ITI/Vocational Diploma.
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KSDL – Junior Officer (Marketing) – Group-C: Any Degree + PG Diploma in Marketing / MBA (Marketing).
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KSDL – Sales Representative – Group-C: Any Degree.
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KSDL – Operator (Semi-Skilled) – Group-D: SSLC + ITI/NATS in relevant trade.
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RGUHS – Junior Programmer – Group-B: B.E. (CS/ECE) or MCA.
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RGUHS – Assistant – Group-C: Any Degree.
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RGUHS – Junior Assistant – Group-C: PUC/10+2 or equivalent.
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KKRTC – Assistant Accountant: B.Com with computer knowledge.
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KKRTC – Conductor (Nirvahaka): PUC/10+2 + Valid Conductor Licence & Badge, height: 160 cm (Male/Third Gender), 150 cm (Female/Third Gender).
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Technical Education – FDA/SDA: Same as FDA/SDA norms above.
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PU (Librarian): M.Lib (as per notification norms).
📌 Document proof of qualification and reservation must match the application.
Age Limit & Relaxations (as on cut-off in notification)
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Minimum: 18 years
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Maximum (General Merit – GM): 38 years
Upper Age Relaxation:
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Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B: up to 40 years
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SC/ST/Cat-1: up to 43 years
(Other relaxations as per Karnataka Govt. norms, if applicable.)
KEA Application Fee 2025
| Category | Fee |
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| GM & 2A/2B/3A/3B | ₹750 |
| SC/ST/Category-I, Ex-Servicemen, Transgender | ₹500 |
| PwBD (Benchmark Disabilities) | ₹250 |
Payment Mode: Online — Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI.
KEA Pay Matrix / Salary
Most posts carry pay levels in the range of ₹23,990 – ₹1,12,900, with DA, HRA, CCA and other admissible allowances as per Karnataka Government rules. Exact pay varies post-wise and department-wise.
Selection Process (Post/Dept-wise)
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Written Examination / CBT (objective)
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Skill/Typing/Trade Test (where applicable)
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Physical Standards & Documents Check (for Conductor and specific posts)
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Final Merit & Appointment by respective departments/corporations through KEA
🔔 The detailed exam pattern, syllabus, and selection stages are provided in the official notification for each post.
Important Dates – KEA Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
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| Apply Online Start | 08-10-2 025 |
| Apply Online Last Date | 31-10-2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 01-11-2025 |
Submit your form well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server rush.
How to Apply Online – KEA Recruitment 2025
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Visit Portal: Go to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ → Recruitment.
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Choose Notification: Click “Recruitment – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre 2025” (or relevant notification).
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Register/Login: Use a valid Email ID & Mobile Number to register; then log in.
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Fill Application: Enter personal, educational, reservation and post preference details carefully.
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Upload Documents:
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Photo: JPEG, 50–200 KB
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Signature: JPEG, 50–70 KB, black ink
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Other certificates as required.
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Select Posts: You may apply for multiple posts (additional fee applies).
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Pay Fee: Pay online via Debit/Credit/Net Banking/UPI.
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Submit & Save: Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
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Keep Proofs: Save application print and fee receipt for future reference.
Important Weblinks for Online Application
| Description | Link |
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| Apply Online (KEA Recruitment Portal) | 👉 Click Here |
| Download KEA Kalyana-Karnataka (HK) Notification 2025 PDF | 📄 Click Here |
| Download KEA Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) Notification 2025 PDF | 📄 Click Here |
| Official Website (KEA) | 🌐 Click Here |
Why This KEA Recruitment 2025 Matters
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700+ Govt Jobs in Karnataka across core state departments and corporations
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Roles spanning administration, accounts, transport operations, programming, libraries, and engineering support
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Transparent, online application and selection process via KEA
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Attractive pay matrix, secure service, and career growth in public sector
Final Words
If you’re aiming for Karnataka Government Jobs in 2025, the KEA FDA/SDA/Conductor/Assistant & Technical posts recruitment is a can’t-miss opportunity. Check your eligibility, arrange your documents, and apply online on the KEA portal between 08–31 October 2025.
