KEA Horticulture Recruitment 2026

Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA), Bengaluru has invited online applications from eligible candidates for direct recruitment to vacant Group-B posts in the Horticulture Department.

The recruitment will be carried out through a competitive examination conducted by KEA. Eligible candidates are required to appear for the competitive examination conducted by the authority for consideration for appointment.

KEA Recruitment 2026 – Overview

KEA Horticulture Vacancy Details

Educational Qualification

1. Assistant Horticulture Officer

Candidates must be graduates in Horticulture from a university established by law in India and accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).

2. Assistant Horticulture Director

Candidates must possess a Post Graduate Degree in Horticulture along with B.Sc. in Horticulture from a university established by law in India and accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).

Age Limit

Candidates must have completed a minimum age of 18 years as on the prescribed last date for submitting the application.

Other applicable age relaxations may be available according to the Karnataka Government recruitment rules and applicable orders.

KEA Horticulture Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

How to Apply for KEA Horticulture Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official KEA website.
2. Read the official recruitment notification carefully.
3. Open the online application link.
4. Register and enter the required personal and educational details.
5. Upload the required documents and photograph/signature as instructed.
6. Verify all the information entered in the application.
7. Submit the application before the last date.
8. Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive salary according to the applicable Government pay scale for the respective post.

• Assistant Horticulture Officer: Pay scale up to ₹1,24,900.
• Assistant Horticulture Director: Pay scale up to ₹1,34,200.

The selected candidates will also be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS) as applicable to the posts.

KEA Horticulture Exam Pattern

The competitive examination may be conducted through Online CBT or Offline OMR mode. The examination centre details and admission card information will be announced by KEA separately.

General Knowledge Paper

The General Knowledge paper includes areas such as:

• Current Affairs
• General Science
• Karnataka History and Geography
• Indian History and Geography
• Social Science
• Indian Constitution
• Public Administration
• Rural Development
• Science and Technology
• Indian Economy
• International Relations
• Environmental Science
• Logical Reasoning
• General Mental Ability

Kannada Language Test

Candidates who have studied Kannada as a first or second language at SSLC level or an equivalent/higher examination, or who have studied through Kannada medium and passed the relevant examination, may be exempted from the mandatory Kannada language test as per the notification.

Where applicable, the mandatory Kannada language test is an objective-type paper carrying 150 marks. Candidates must secure at least 50 marks to qualify.

Marks obtained in the mandatory Kannada language test are not considered for seniority or selection to the posts.

Probation Period

Candidates selected through direct recruitment will be required to undergo a two-year probation period as specified in the recruitment notification.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on the competitive examination and other applicable recruitment requirements. Candidates should carefully read the official notification for all selection-related conditions.

Documents Required

• Educational qualification certificates
• Degree / marks card
• Valid identity proof
• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Caste / category certificate, if applicable
• Other documents specified by KEA

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Read the complete official notification before applying.
• Make sure you meet the prescribed educational qualification.
• Check your age eligibility before submitting the application.
• Enter correct personal and educational information.
• Keep copies of submitted application documents for future reference.
• Keep checking the KEA website for examination and admit card updates.
• Carry a valid original identity document to the examination centre.