KEA Female Supervisor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 141 Posts
Karnataka Examinations Authority, Bengaluru (KEA) has invited applications for 141 posts of Female Supervisor under Advt No. ಇಡಿ/ಕೆಇಎ/42/ನೇ.ವಿ/2026 (RPC). The online application is open from 3 November 2026 to 28 November 2026.
The post is for Women and Child Development Department, Karnataka. Qualification required: Bachelor Degree in Home Science or Social Work or Home Science or Sociology or B.Sc. (Home Science/Community Science). Women candidates only. The pay is scale Rs. 44425-83700. The application fee is Rs. 750 for General Merit and Category 2A/2B/3A/3B. Selection is by competitive examination: Paper-1 (General Knowledge) and Paper-2 (Specific Paper), compulsory Kannada Language Test (qualifying, unless exempted) and original document verification. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 28 November 2026
- Vacancies: 141
- How to apply: Online
- Fee: General Merit and Category 2A/2B/3A/3B: Rs. 750; SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender: Rs. 500; Persons with Disabilities: Rs. 250
- Pay: Pay scale Rs. 44425-83700
- Age limit: 18 to 40 years (as on the last date fixed for submitting applications)
- Place: Women and Child Development Department, Karnataka
KEA Female Supervisor Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Karnataka Examinations Authority, Bengaluru (KEA) |
| Post Name | Female Supervisor |
| No of Posts | 141 |
| Advt No | ಇಡಿ/ಕೆಇಎ/42/ನೇ.ವಿ/2026 (RPC) |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Pay | Pay scale Rs. 44425-83700 |
| Place of Posting | Women and Child Development Department, Karnataka |
| Qualification | Bachelor Degree in Home Science or Social Work or Home Science or Sociology or B.Sc. (Home Science/Community Science). Women candidates only. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years (as on the last date fixed for submitting applications) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 28 November 2026 |
KEA Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. ಇಡಿ/ಕೆಇಎ/42/ನೇ.ವಿ/2026 (RPC) gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Home Science or Social Work or Home Science or Sociology or B.Sc. (Home Science/Community Science)
- Age limit: 18 to 40 years (as on the last date fixed for submitting applications)
- Age relaxation: Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B Maximum 43 years, SC/ST/Category-1 Maximum 45 years, Karnataka Government / local authority / corporation employees Years of service or 10 years, whichever is less, Ex-servicemen Period of service plus 3 years, Former full-time NCC Cadet Instructors Years of service as Cadet Instructor, Grama Samooha Parishilaka under State rural employment scheme Years of service as Grama Samooha Parishilaka, Persons with disabilities 10 years, Census Organisation employees in Karnataka Years of service or 5 years, whichever is less, Widows 10 years, Released bonded labourers 10 years
Other conditions:
- Only women candidates may apply
- Must be a citizen of India
- In-service quota (7 posts) only for WCD Department women employees with a pay scale lower than Female Supervisor
- Kannada Language Test compulsory unless Kannada studied as first or second language in SSLC or higher
- Must be mentally and physically fit
- Woman married to a person having a living wife needs prior Government permission
Who Cannot Apply for KEA Recruitment 2026
- Candidates awaiting results of the qualifying degree on the last date
- Candidates with qualifications other than those prescribed
- Persons permanently debarred by UPSC, any State PSC or KEA
- Persons convicted of an offence involving moral turpitude, until the Government decides otherwise
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Probation of two years for candidates selected by direct recruitment
- National Pension Scheme (NPS) applies
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit and Category 2A/2B/3A/3B | Rs. 750 |
| SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender | Rs. 500 |
| Persons with Disabilities | Rs. 250 |
Payment mode: Online only. Last date to pay the fee: 29 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 2 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 3 November 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 28 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 28 November 2026 |
| Kannada Language Test (3.00 PM to 5.00 PM) | 8 January 2027 |
How Will KEA Select Candidates?
- Competitive examination: Paper-1 (General Knowledge) and Paper-2 (Specific Paper)
- Compulsory Kannada Language Test (qualifying, unless exempted)
- Original document verification
- Paper-1 covers General Knowledge topics including current events, science, history, Constitution, Karnataka economy and mental ability (SSLC level)
- Paper-2 is a specific paper; its syllabus is published separately
- Minimum 35% marks in the competitive examination needed to qualify
- Kannada Language Test: 150 marks, minimum 50 to qualify, SSLC first-language standard; marks not counted for selection
- Sports achievers get weightage marks as per Government notification dated 03-10-2026
KEA Exam Pattern 2026
| Part / Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | General Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper-2 | Specific Paper | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Kannada Language Test | Kannada (multiple choice) | - | 150 | 3.00 PM to 5.00 PM |
- Exam in Online (CBT) or Offline-OMR mode
- 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer
- In OMR, shade the 5th option for unanswered questions; 0.25 mark deducted if no option is shaded
- Paper-1 and Paper-2 dates to be announced later
Documents to Enclose
- Aadhaar card
- Degree marks cards of all subjects/semesters and provisional/convocation certificate obtained by the last date
- SSLC or equivalent certificate / school transfer certificate / birth record extract showing date of birth
- Caste/reservation certificates in prescribed forms with RD number, valid on the last date
- Rural, Kannada medium, ex-serviceman, PwD, transgender or sports achiever certificates, if claimed
- Service certificate from appointing authority for in-service WCD candidates
How to Apply for KEA Recruitment 2026 Online
- Visit the KEA website https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ and select the link provided.
- Fill in the application online from 03.11.2026 to 28.11.2026.
- Enter the correct RD number of reservation certificates in the online application.
- Upload photograph (JPEG, white background, 50KB-200KB) and signature in black ink (JPEG, 50KB-70KB).
- Pay the fee online only by 29.11.2026.
- No modification or correction is allowed once the application is submitted.
Other Points to Note
- Post-wise and category-wise vacancy details are published separately, are tentative and subject to revision
- No change of examination centre for any reason
- Carry admit card and an original photo ID to the examination centre
- Certificates obtained after the last date are not considered
- KEA does not correspond with candidates; updates on the website and X account @KEA_KARNATAKA
- Fee once paid is not refunded
KEA Female Supervisor Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download KEA notification PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply online for KEA Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit KEA official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Karnataka Examinations Authority, Bengaluru, Advertisement No. ಇಡಿ/ಕೆಇಎ/42/ನೇ.ವಿ/2026 (RPC), dated 2 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for KEA Recruitment 2026?
The last date is 28 November 2026. Applications opened on 3 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in KEA Recruitment 2026?
There are 141 vacancies for Female Supervisor.
How do I apply for KEA Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the link in the Important Links table, on or before 28 November 2026.
What is the application fee for this recruitment?
General Merit and Category 2A/2B/3A/3B: Rs. 750. SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender: Rs. 500. Persons with Disabilities: Rs. 250.
What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The age limit is 18 to 40 years (as on the last date fixed for submitting applications). Relaxation: Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B Maximum 43 years, SC/ST/Category-1 Maximum 45 years, Karnataka Government / local authority / corporation employees Years of service or 10 years, whichever is less, Ex-servicemen Period of service plus 3 years, Former full-time NCC Cadet Instructors Years of service as Cadet Instructor, Grama Samooha Parishilaka under State rural employment scheme Years of service as Grama Samooha Parishilaka, Persons with disabilities 10 years, Census Organisation employees in Karnataka Years of service or 5 years, whichever is less, Widows 10 years, Released bonded labourers 10 years.
What is the salary for this recruitment?
Pay scale Rs. 44425-83700.
What qualification is needed for this recruitment?
Bachelor Degree in Home Science or Social Work or Home Science or Sociology or B.Sc. (Home Science/Community Science). Women candidates only.
Are there other conditions for this recruitment besides qualification and age?
Yes. Only women candidates may apply. Must be a citizen of India. In-service quota (7 posts) only for WCD Department women employees with a pay scale lower than Female Supervisor. Kannada Language Test compulsory unless Kannada studied as first or second language in SSLC or higher.
Who cannot apply for this recruitment?
Candidates awaiting results of the qualifying degree on the last date. Candidates with qualifications other than those prescribed. Persons permanently debarred by UPSC, any State PSC or KEA. Persons convicted of an offence involving moral turpitude, until the Government decides otherwise.
How will candidates be selected for this recruitment?
Competitive examination: Paper-1 (General Knowledge) and Paper-2 (Specific Paper). Compulsory Kannada Language Test (qualifying, unless exempted). Original document verification. Paper-1 covers General Knowledge topics including current events, science, history, Constitution, Karnataka economy and mental ability (SSLC level).