KEA Recruitment 2026: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru has released separate notifications dated 06.08.2026 for Pharmacy Officer and Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) Group-C posts under the ESI Scheme Medical Services Department and Kalyana-Karnataka region. Eligible candidates must appear for the competitive examination conducted by KEA for selection.
KEA Recruitment 2026 overview
KEA Recruitment 2026 includes Pharmacy Officer and Nursing Officer vacancies notified through separate RPC and Kalyana-Karnataka notifications. The posts include backlog/remaining vacancies under the ESI Scheme Medical Services Department and vacancies reserved for the Kalyana-Karnataka region under Article 371(J). Candidates should check the prescribed educational qualification, registration requirements, age criteria, category conditions and other requirements before applying. The related KEA Vacancy 2026 provides opportunities for eligible candidates seeking Karnataka government employment in pharmacy and nursing services.
KEA Recruitment 2026 notification details
KEA Recruitment 2026 selection will be based on a competitive written examination conducted by KEA in CBT or OMR mode. The examination consists of two papers, with four alternative answers for each question and negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer. Candidates must secure at least 35% marks to qualify. A Kannada language test of SSLC standard is applicable to candidates who have not studied Kannada as a first or second language up to the required level or have not previously cleared the Kadaya Kannada test. Candidates should also keep the required educational certificates, identity proof, photograph, signature and applicable category certificates ready before submitting the application.
Direct Link to Download KEA Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF – www.cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
Steps to Apply Online for KEA Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official KEA website.
- Open the relevant recruitment application link for the Pharmacy Officer or Nursing Officer post.
- Register and carefully enter the required details in the online application form.
- Upload the photograph and signature according to the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.
- Submit the application after verifying all eligibility, qualification, age and category details.
- Download and retain a copy of the submitted application and fee payment receipt for future reference.
Details mentioned in kea recruitment 2026
- Recruitment includes Pharmacy Officer and Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) Group-C posts.
- Notifications were issued on 06.08.2026.
- Pharmacy Officer candidates must possess a Diploma in Pharmacy and registration with the Karnataka Pharmacy Council.
- Nursing Officer candidates under the applicable ESI notifications must possess a Diploma in General Nursing and registration with the Karnataka Nursing Council.
- Nursing Officer candidates for the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society post may qualify with B.Sc Nursing or PUC/equivalent with GNM, subject to the prescribed conditions.
- Applicable candidates must satisfy the Kannada language requirement.
- Age is calculated as of the last date for online application submission.
- Selected candidates will undergo a two-year probation period and are eligible for NPS benefits.
- Application fees must be paid online and are non-refundable.
- Selection is through a competitive written examination in CBT or OMR mode.
- Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each incorrect answer.
- Candidates must obtain at least 35% marks in the competitive examination.
- The Kannada language test carries 150 objective-type marks, with 50 marks required to pass where applicable.
- Required documents include Aadhaar, educational certificates, SSLC marks card, photograph, signature and applicable category certificates.
- Only online applications are accepted.
