KEA Exam Calendar 2026: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the KEA Upcoming Exam Calendar 2026 on its official website. Applicants are advised to refer to the exam calendar to check all the important dates for various recruitment exams and eligibility tests conducted under KEA.
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The Karnataka exam calendar 2026 comprises important dates for exams such as the Compulsory Kannada Exam, Police Constable recruitments, Surveyor, Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Horticulture Department posts, KSET, and various posts under KREIS and the ESIS Medical Services Department. Candidates should keep track of all the exam dates to avoid missing any events and plan their preparation accordingly. Check KEA upcoming exam dates, timings, and other details here.
Karnataka KEA Calendar 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the KEA Upcoming Exam Calendar 2026 for various recruitment examinations and the Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET). The calendar below specifies the exam schedule for all the recruitments announced under KEA, including exam dates, cadre-wise schedules (RPC/KK), and timings for each paper. Candidates preparing for these exams can check the complete schedule below.
| Department | Post Name | Exam Date & Cadre | Timing – Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various Dept. | Compulsory Kannada Exam | 22.08.2026 (RPC) / (KK) | 03.00 to 05.00 PM |
| Police Dept. | Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR) | 06.09.2026 | 10.30 to 12.00 – RPC; 3.00 to 4.30 PM – KK |
| Police Department | Police Constable (KSRP), Police Constable (IRB), Police Constable (KSISF) | 20.09.2026 | 10.30 to 12.00 – (RPC); 3.00 to 4.30 PM – (KK) |
| Dept. of Survey, Settlement & Land Records | Surveyor | 04.10.2026 – P1 (RPC); 03.10.2026 – P2 (RPC); 25.10.2026 – P1 (KK); 24.10.2026 – P2 (KK) | 10.30 to 12.30 – P1; 3.00 to 5.00 PM – P2 |
| Revenue Dept. | Village Administrative Officer (VAO) | 04.10.2026 (RPC); 25.10.2026 (KK) | 10.30 to 12.30 – P1; 2.30 to 4.30 PM – P2 |
| Horticulture Dept. | Assistant Horticulture Officer | 26.09.2026 (KK) | 10.30 to 12.30 – P1; 2.30 to 4.30 PM – P2 |
| Horticulture Dept. | Assistant Director of Horticulture & Assistant Horticulture Officer | 27.09.2026 (RPC) | 10.30 to 12.30 – P1; 2.30 to 4.30 PM – P2 |
| — | Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET) | 11.10.2026 | 10.00 AM to 1.00 PM |
| Employees’ State Insurance Scheme Medical Services Dept. | Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer | 21.11.2026 (KK); 22.11.2026 (RPC) | 10.30 to 12.30 – P1; 2.30 to 4.30 PM – P2 |
| Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS) | Staff Nurses | 21.11.2026 (KK) | 10.30 to 12.30 – P1; 2.30 to 4.30 PM – P2 |
| Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS) | Kannada, English, Hindi Language Teachers; Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Computer, Physical Education Teachers; Graduate & Diploma Drawing Teachers | 28.11.2026 (KK) & 29.11.2026 (RPC) | 10.30 to 12.30 – P1; 2.30 to 4.30 PM – P2 |
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Karnataka KEA Calendar 2026 PDF Download
The Karnataka Examinations Authority conducts various exams throughout the year for different departments and posts. Applicants can check the exam dates, cadre-wise schedules, and paper timings from the KEA Upcoming Exam Calendar 2026. Applicants are advised to download the calendar PDF from the official KEA website to keep track of all the important dates.
Download KEA Exam Calendar 2026 PDF
KEA Exam Calendar 2026 Important Points
Applicants can check important details about the exam calendar below:
- Referring to the calendar helps applicants prepare a structured study plan.
- Keeps applicants updated with the latest events related to each exam.
- The KEA exam calendar 2026 helps candidates avoid overlapping exam dates.
- Candidates can plan travel and admit card downloads well in advance as per the calendar.
- The calendar distinguishes between RPC and KK cadre sessions, so candidates should check which session applies to them.
FAQs
Q1. When will the KEA Upcoming Exam Calendar 2026 be released?
The KEA Upcoming Exam Calendar 2026 has been released by the Karnataka Examinations Authority on its official website.
Q2. What does the Karnataka KEA Exam Calendar 2026 mention?
The KEA exam calendar specifies the exam dates, cadre (RPC/KK), and paper timings for the various recruitment exams and the KSET conducted under KEA.
Q3. When is the Compulsory Kannada Exam 2026?
The Compulsory Kannada Exam is scheduled for 22.08.2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, for both RPC and KK cadres.
Q4. When is the Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET) 2026?
The KSET 2026 is scheduled for 11.10.2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Q5. Where can candidates check the Karnataka KEA Exam Calendar 2026?
Candidates can check the complete KEA Upcoming Exam Calendar 2026 on the official KEA website (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/) or through the notification PDF.
Q6. When is the Police Constable (KSRP, IRB, KSISF) exam scheduled?
The Police Constable (KSRP), Police Constable (IRB), and Police Constable (KSISF) exams are scheduled for 20.09.2026, with RPC cadre from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM and KK cadre from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM.