KEA Principal Recruitment 2026 Out - Apply Online 247 Posts
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), under the Department of School Education (Pre-University Education), Government of Karnataka, has published an official recruitment notification for 247 Vacancies of Principal in Government Pre-University (PU) Colleges. The recruitment covers both Residual Parent Cadre (RPC - 216 Posts) and Kalyana-Karnataka Local Cadre (KK - 31 Posts). Serving Lecturers in Govt PU Colleges with a minimum of 10 years of satisfactory service can submit online applications from 07 September 2026 to 04 October 2026 at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Check complete cadre-wise vacancy details, eligibility criteria, fee structure, and online application guidelines below.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 7 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Apply Online | 4 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 5 October 2026 |
| Competitive Exam Date | To be Announced by KEA |
| Admit Card Release | Before Examination |
Application Fee
| General Merit (GM) & OBC (2A / 2B / 3A / 3B) | Rs. 1,500/- |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Cat-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender | Rs. 1,000/- |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD Special Category) | Rs. 500/- |
| Payment Mode | Online Payment via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or e-Post Office Challan |
Age Limit & Service Criteria
| Minimum Age / Service | Minimum 10 Years completed service as Lecturer in Govt PU Colleges |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age Limit | No upper age limit (In-Service Departmental Recruitment) |
| Must have satisfactorily completed the probation period in the Lecturer cadre. | |
Pay Scale
- As per Karnataka State Revised Pay Scale for PU College Principals
KEA Principal Vacancy 2026: Cadre-wise & Category-wise Breakdown
- Must be a serving Lecturer in the Lecturer cadre of Government Pre-University Colleges under the Department of School Education, Karnataka.
- Must have completed a minimum of 10 years of continuous service in the Lecturer cadre as on the last date of application (04/10/2026).
- Must have satisfactorily completed the mandatory probation period in the Lecturer post.
How to Apply Online for KEA Principal Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official portal of Karnataka Examinations Authority: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.
- Click on the link “Government PU College Principal Recruitment 2026 (RPC / KK)” under the Recruitment tab.
- Complete candidate registration and enter personal details, KGID Number, current college posting, service history, and date of probation declaration.
- Select the applicable cadre: Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) or Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) Cadre (as per eligibility).
- Upload scanned images of recent passport-size photograph, signature, and left thumb impression in the prescribed format.
- Upload required service certificates, appointment order, probation completion certificate, and reservation documents (if applicable).
- Pay the requisite application fee through the integrated online payment gateway (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) before 05 October 2026.
- Verify all entered details carefully before final submission as no modification will be permitted after final submission.
- Download and print the final submitted online application form and payment receipt for departmental verification and exam records.
Important Links
- Apply Online Link
- KEA Principal Recruitment 2026 Official Notification (RPC)
- KEA Principal Recruitment 2026 Official Notification (KK)
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.