KEA Recruitment 2026 Notification - Nursing and Pharmacy Officer Posts
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is inviting applications for 233 posts, including Nursing Officers and Pharmacy Officers, as per the notifications issued on 6 August 2026. Interested candidates can apply online until 30 August 2026.
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KEA Recruitment 2026 Notification - Nursing and Pharmacy Officer Posts – Overview
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru |
|---|---|
| Selection Procedure | Competitive written examination (Paper-1 and Paper-2) |
| Total Posts | 233 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
Who Can Apply
Candidates looking to apply for the Nursing Officer and Pharmacy Officer positions must meet certain age criteria. For general and other eligible candidates, the maximum age limit is 40 years, with a minimum age of 18 years. Those in categories 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B can apply until the age of 43 years, while SC, ST, and Category-1 candidates have a maximum age limit of 45 years. This structure ensures that various candidates have a chance to participate in this recruitment.
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General/other eligible candidates | 40 years (minimum 18 years) |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B | 43 years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 45 years |
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 30.08.2026 |
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Application Fee
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application start date | 07.08.2026 |
| Online application last date | 30.08.2026 |
| Written examination date | To be announced later on the official website |
| Category | Fee |
| General merit and other categories (2A/2B/3A/3B) | ₹750 (₹500 application fee + ₹250 processing fee) |
| SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-servicemen/Third gender | ₹500 (₹250 application fee + ₹250 processing fee) |
| Persons with Disability (Special Able) | ₹250 (processing fee only) |
Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
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| Apply Online | Click Here ↗ |
| Apply Online | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the Nursing Officer and Pharmacy Officer posts?
Eligibility for the posts includes age limits based on the category of the candidates. General candidates can apply until 40 years, while SC/ST candidates can apply until 45 years. There are specific age relaxations for other categories as well.
Q: What is the last date to apply for KEA Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your online application for the Nursing Officer and Pharmacy Officer positions is 30 August 2026. Make sure to complete your application before this date.
Q: How many vacancies are there in KEA Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 233 vacancies available, which include 188 posts under the RPC notification and 45 posts under the Kalyana-Karnataka notification.
Q: What is the application fee for Nursing Officer and Pharmacy Officer posts?
The application fee is ₹750 for General merit and other categories, ₹500 for SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-servicemen, and ₹250 for Persons with Disability. Ensure to pay the fee by 31 August 2026.
Q: What is the selection process for these posts?
Candidates will be selected based on their performance in a two-paper competitive written examination. The details regarding the examination syllabus will be published separately on the official website.
Q: When will the written examination be held?
The date for the written examination will be announced later on the official KEA website. Candidates are advised to keep checking for updates.