The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has released an official recruitment notification for 210 Group-C vacancies, including Water Supply Operator, Electrician Grade-1, Assistant Water Supply Operator, and Electrician Grade-2 posts for the Kalyana Karnataka region. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official KEA website from 16 September 2026 to 7 October 2026 (Extended).
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
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| Online Application Last Date | 7 October 2026 (Extended). |
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| Exam Date | To be notified soon |
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Application Fee
| General Merit & Categories (2A/2B/3A/3B) | ₹ 750/- |
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| SC / ST / Cat-1 / Ex-SM / Third Gender | ₹ 500/- |
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| Special-Incentive Category Candidates | ₹ 250/- |
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| Pay the application fee online only (Non-refundable). |
Age Limit (Maximum)
| General Merit (GM) | 40 Years |
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| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | 43 Years |
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| SC / ST / Category-1 | 45 Years |
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| Age Relaxation is applicable as per KEA / Govt Rules. |
Eligibility Criteria
| Water Supply Operator & Electrician Grade-1 | SSLC (10th) Pass + ITI (Electrical/Fitter) NTC Certificate + 1 Year Apprenticeship Training (NAC). |
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| Asst Water Supply Operator & Electrician Grade-2 | SSLC (10th) Pass + ITI (Electrical/Fitter) NTC Certificate. |
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KEA Kalyana Karnataka Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale |
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| Water Supply Operator (Neeru Sarabaraju Operator) | 80 | Rs. 37,500 - 76,100/- |
| Electrician Grade-1 | 03 | Rs. 37,500 - 76,100/- |
| Assistant Water Supply Operator (Sahayaka Neeru Sarabaraju) | 122 | Rs. 34,100 - 67,600/- |
| Electrician Grade-2 | 05 | Rs. 34,100 - 67,600/- |
| Total Vacancies | 210 Posts | |
How to Apply Online for KEA Kalyana Karnataka Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- On the homepage, locate the link for the “Kalyana Karnataka Recruitment for Group-C Posts” and click to open the online application form.
- Read all the instructions given in the official notification carefully before starting the application.
- Select only one post to apply for, as candidates are not permitted to apply for multiple posts.
- Fill the application form correctly with your personal, educational, and contact details. (Note: No corrections will be allowed after final submission).
- Upload a scanned copy of your recent passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format and file size.
- Pay the applicable non-refundable application fee via online payment modes.
- Review your details one last time and click on the submit button.
- Download and take a printout of the submitted application form along with the fee payment receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
