The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the notification for Kalyana-Karnataka Group-C Recruitment 2026 on behalf of the Directorate of Municipal Administration, Government of Karnataka. The recruitment is for Group-C posts in urban local bodies of the Kalyana-Karnataka region.
A total of 210 vacancies have been announced for Water Supply Operator, Electrician Grade-1, Assistant Water Supply Operator and Electrician Grade-2. Eligible candidates can submit the online application from 16 September 2026 to 30 September 2026. The fee payment deadline is 1 October 2026.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruiting Authority | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
|---|---|
| Department | Directorate of Municipal Administration, Government of Karnataka |
| Notification No. | ED/KEA1/46/NEV/2026(KK) |
| Notification Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 210 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 1 October 2026 |
| Job Location | Urban Local Bodies in the Kalyana-Karnataka Region |
| Selection Process | Competitive Written Examination |
KEA Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Water Supply Operator | 80 | ₹37,500 – ₹76,100 |
| Electrician Grade-1 | 3 | ₹37,500 – ₹76,100 |
| Assistant Water Supply Operator | 122 | ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 |
| Electrician Grade-2 | 5 | ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 |
| Total | 210 | — |
The vacancies are provisional and the Directorate of Municipal Administration may revise the number of vacancies and category-wise distribution before the examination.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Water Supply Operator | SSLC or equivalent + 2-year ITI course in Electrical or Fitter Trade from a Government-recognized ITI resulting in NTC + 1-year Apprenticeship Training resulting in NAC |
| Electrician Grade-1 | SSLC or equivalent + 2-year ITI course in Electrical Trade from a Government-recognized ITI resulting in NTC + 1-year Apprenticeship Training resulting in NAC |
| Assistant Water Supply Operator | SSLC or equivalent + 2-year ITI course in Electrical or Fitter Trade from a Government-recognized ITI resulting in NTC |
| Electrician Grade-2 | SSLC or equivalent + 2-year ITI course in Electrical Trade from a Government-recognized ITI resulting in NTC |
Class 10 examinations conducted by CBSE, ICSE, other State education boards, NIOS and the Karnataka State Open School Education Board are treated as equivalent to SSLC under the applicable Government Order.
The required qualification and certificates must be possessed by the last date of application. Candidates awaiting their results or required certificates should not apply.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years as on the last date of application. A one-time five-year relaxation has been provided to the maximum age limit for General Merit candidates under Government Order No. CI 262 SENE 2026 dated 29 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 40 Years |
| Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | 43 Years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 45 Years |
Additional age relaxation is available for certain eligible categories under the applicable Karnataka Civil Services rules.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Water Supply Operator | ₹37,500 – ₹76,100 |
| Electrician Grade-1 | ₹37,500 – ₹76,100 |
| Assistant Water Supply Operator | ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 |
| Electrician Grade-2 | ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 |
Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years from the date of direct appointment. The National Pension Scheme (NPS) is applicable to all four posts.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit / Category-1 / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender | ₹500 |
| Special-Incentive Category | ₹250 |
The application fee is payable online and is non-refundable.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 1 October 2026 |
| Competitive Examination | November 2026 |
The detailed examination schedule will be published separately by KEA.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be made through a competitive written examination consisting of two papers. Candidates who are not exempted from the Kannada Language Test must also qualify in the separate Kannada language paper.
KEA Exam Pattern 2026
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | General Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-2 | Post-Specific Subject | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Total | — | 200 | 200 | 4 Hours |
Paper-1 General Knowledge
Paper-1 covers current affairs, everyday science, the outline of the Indian Constitution, history of Karnataka with special reference to Indian history, geography of India with special reference to Karnataka, national and international current affairs, Panchayat Raj institutions and rural development, Karnataka's economic development and Karnataka's environmental issues.
Paper-2
Paper-2 consists of the subject related to the post for which the candidate has applied. The subject-wise examination schedule will be published separately by KEA.
Negative Marking
Each wrong answer carries a negative mark of 0.25 marks. Marking more than one answer for a question is treated as a wrong answer. No marks are deducted for an unanswered question.
The minimum qualifying mark in the competitive examination for General Merit candidates is 35%.
Kannada Language Test
Candidates who have studied Kannada as a first or second language up to SSLC or a higher level, through a degree or diploma course, or who have already passed a Kannada language test conducted by a competent authority are exempted from the separate Kannada Language Test.
Other candidates must qualify in a compulsory Kannada Language Paper carrying 150 marks. The minimum qualifying score is 50 marks. The Kannada Language Test is qualifying in nature and its marks are not counted for merit ranking.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Examination Mode
The examination will be conducted either in Computer Based Test (CBT) or Offline OMR mode. KEA will announce the examination mode and examination centres separately.
How to Apply for KEA Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official KEA website.
- Open the Kalyana-Karnataka Group-C Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Read the notification and application instructions carefully.
- Register and fill in the required details.
- Select only one post for which you meet the eligibility criteria.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application before 30 September 2026.
- Complete the fee payment before 1 October 2026.
- Download and retain the submitted application and fee payment receipt.
No changes or corrections will be permitted after submission of the application.
KEA Recruitment 2026 Key Points
| Total Vacancies | 210 |
|---|---|
| Posts | Water Supply Operator, Electrician Grade-1, Assistant Water Supply Operator, Electrician Grade-2 |
| Qualification | SSLC + relevant ITI qualification; NAC required for Water Supply Operator and Electrician Grade-1 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years for General Merit, 43 Years for 2A/2B/3A/3B, 45 Years for SC/ST/Category-1 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Selection | Competitive Written Examination |
| Exam | November 2026 |
Important Links
| Apply Online | KEA Online Application |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Notification |
| Official KEA Website | Visit KEA Official Website |