KEA Recruitment 2026: 247 Vacancies for Principal and other posts, Apply by 10 Nov
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
There are 247 openings for Principal and other posts with Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). The application window runs from 7 September 2026 to 10 November 2026.
We have kept the details short and in tables. Read the official notification before you apply, because only that document counts.
KEA – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal (Kalyana-Karnataka Local Cadre) | 31 | ₹90,200 to ₹1,59,200 | Karnataka |
| Principal (Residual Parent Cadre) | 216 | ₹90,200 to ₹1,59,200 | Karnataka |
| Total Vacancies: | 247 |
KEA Recruitment – Eligibility
Check your qualification against the post you want. The minimum education and any experience needed for each post are below.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Principal (Kalyana-Karnataka Local Cadre) | Serving Lecturer in Government Pre-University Colleges under the School Education Department with minimum 10 years of service in the Lecturer cadre and satisfactory completion of probation period. |
| Principal (Residual Parent Cadre) | Serving Lecturer in Government Pre-University Colleges under the School Education Department with minimum 10 years of service in the Lecturer cadre and satisfactory completion of probation period. |
Age is counted on the date fixed in the notification. SC, ST, OBC, PwD and other eligible groups get relaxation as per rules.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Principal (Kalyana-Karnataka Local Cadre) | See the notification |
| Principal (Residual Parent Cadre) | See the notification |
The application fee depends on your category: General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹1,500; SC / ST candidates pay ₹1,000. Pay it in the way the notification says, and keep the payment receipt.
Candidates will be chosen through competitive examination in online CBT or offline OMR mode, kannada Language Test, general Studies, karnataka service rules, education-related subjects, document verification. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for KEA Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online |
Open the official website or the apply link below, register, fill in the form, upload your photo, signature and documents, pay the fee if it applies, and submit before 10 November 2026. Save a copy of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply online | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.