KEA VAO Kannada Language Test Admit Card 2026: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the admit card for the Compulsory Kannada Language Test 2026, applicable to Village Administrative Officer (VAO) candidates from the outside-Karnataka and Kalyana Karnataka quota, along with candidates for several other Group-A and Group-B posts and the Police Constable post.
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The test will be held on 22nd August 2026 (Saturday) from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, as per notification number ED/KEA/02/Recruitment/2026 dated 11th August 2026. Candidates can now download their admission ticket from the official KEA portal.
KEA VAO Kannada Language Test Admit Card 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Notification Number | ED/KEA/02/Recruitment/2026 |
| Notification Date | 11th August 2026 |
| Test Name | Kannada Language Test |
| Applicable Post (among others) | Village Administrative Officer (VAO) – Revenue Department |
| Test Date | 22nd August 2026 (Saturday) |
| Test Timing | 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Total Questions | 100 (MCQ) |
| Maximum Marks | 150 (1.5 marks per question) |
| Qualifying Marks | 50 out of 150 |
| Official Website | kea.kar.nic.in / cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
Who Needs to Appear for This Test?
This is not the main VAO written examination — those competitive papers are scheduled separately for 4th October 2026 (General/RPC cadre) and 25th October 2026 (Kalyana-Karnataka cadre). The Kannada Language Test is a qualifying-only requirement that applies specifically to outside-Karnataka and Kalyana Karnataka quota candidates who have already qualified in the main recruitment/written examination for the applicable post, and who fall under Government Order No. Siasu 102 Sevana 2022 dated 18.03.2025 because they:
- Did not study Kannada as a subject up to SSLC (or an equivalent/higher exam), OR
- Did not pass SSLC (or a higher exam) in Kannada medium, OR
- Have not previously cleared a Kannada Language Test
Besides VAO/Village Accountant posts, the same 22nd August test date also applies to candidates for Constable posts (CAR/DAR/KSRP/IRB/KSISF), Land Surveyor, KREIS Teacher posts, and Section Officer posts in the Karnataka State Legal Services Authority.
KEA VAO Kannada Language Test Admit Card 2026 Status
As of this writing, KEA’s notification confirms the exam date and timing, but a separately branded admit card or hall ticket link for this specific Kannada Language Test has not been confirmed in current reporting. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official KEA recruitment portal, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea, in the days leading up to the test, since KEA typically activates hall ticket downloads a few days before the exam date using the candidate’s application/registration number.
How to Check for the KEA VAO Kannada Language Test Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Look for the Kannada Language Test 2026 admit card/hall ticket link under the recruitment or admit card section.
- Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth (or password, as specified).
- Verify your name, photo, exam centre, and reporting time on the hall ticket.
- Download the admit card as a PDF and take 2–3 printouts.
Documents to Carry for the Kannada Language Test
- Printed copy of the admit card (once released)
- A valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving Licence)
KEA Kannada Language Test 2026 – Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline / OMR-based (MCQ) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Marks per Question | 1.5 |
| Qualifying Marks | 50 |
| Re-test Provision | Not conducted more than once for a candidate |
| Revaluation | Not available |
| Impact on Merit | Marks are not added to the main exam merit list — it is pass/fail only |
Important Points to Note
- Only candidates who have already qualified in the main written examination for their respective post are eligible to appear for this test.
- Qualifying the Kannada Language Test alone does not guarantee final selection — it is a mandatory clearance step for the applicable candidates.
- Reach the exam centre well before the reporting time, and carry only the items permitted as per KEA’s exam-day instructions.
Also Read: KSP Civil Police Constable Result 2026 Out, Karnataka CSP Provisional Score List Link Active
FAQs
Q1. When is the KEA Kannada Language Test 2026 for VAO candidates?
It is scheduled for 22nd August 2026 (Saturday), from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Q2. Is this the same as the main VAO written exam?
No. The main VAO written examination is scheduled separately for 4th October 2026 (RPC cadre) and 25th October 2026 (Kalyana-Karnataka cadre). The Kannada Language Test is an additional qualifying requirement for specific outside-Karnataka/Kalyana Karnataka quota candidates.
Q3. Has the admit card for this test been released yet?
Only the exam date notification (dated 11th August 2026) has been confirmed so far. Candidates should keep checking the official KEA website for the hall ticket download link.
Q4. What is the qualifying mark for the Kannada Language Test?
Candidates must score a minimum of 50 out of 150 marks to qualify.
