KEA AO Admit Card 2026 - Download Hall Ticket
Recruitment Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Department | Department of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka |
| Posts | Agricultural Officer (AO) & Assistant Agricultural Officer (AAO) |
| Cadre | Kalyana Karnataka (KK) |
| Advertisement Number | EDI/KEA/09/SEV/2026 dated 30.05.2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date (KK Cadre) | 02-08-2026 |
| Exam Date (KK Cadre) | 8 August 2026 (Saturday) |
| Official Website | kea.kar.nic.in |
How to Download Admit Card
- Visit the official KEA Exam Portal login page or go to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea and navigate to the Recruitment section.
- Locate the link for "Agriculture Officer and Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026 – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre."
- Click on the admit card / admission ticket download link for the KK cadre.
- Enter your login credentials — typically your Application Number/Registration Number and Date of Birth, or the first four letters of your name, depending on the fields shown on the portal.
- Submit the details to view your admit card on screen.
- Check every detail carefully, then download and take a printout.
Details Mentioned on the Admit Card:
- Candidate's name, roll number, and photograph
- Exam date, shift, and reporting time
- Exam centre name and address
- Post applied for (AO or AAO) and cadre (KK)
- Exam-day guidelines and instructions issued by KEA
Important Exam Day Instructions
- Reach the exam centre at least two hours before the scheduled reporting time for frisking and entry checks.
- Entry will not be permitted after the gates close — plan travel time accordingly.
- Carry both the printed admit card and a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving Licence, or Passport).
- Report separately for Paper 1 and Paper 2 shifts as per the timing mentioned on the admit card.
- In case of any discrepancy (name, photograph, exam centre, etc.), contact the KEA helpdesk immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
| # | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | When was the KK cadre admit card released? | The KK cadre admit card download link was activated on 02-08-2026. |
| Q2 | When is the KEA AO & AAO exam for the KK cadre? | 8 August 2026 (Saturday) — Paper 1 (General Knowledge) from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM and Paper 2 (Specified Subject) from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. |
| Q3 | How can I download my admit card? | Log in to the KEA Exam Portal using your registered credentials (Application Number and Date of Birth, or the first four letters of your name) and download the KK cadre admit card. |
| Q4 | What documents should I carry to the exam centre? | A printed copy of the admit card and a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving Licence, or Passport). |
| Q5 | Is there negative marking in the KEA AO & AAO exam? | Yes — 0.25 marks (1/4th) will be deducted for every wrong answer in the objective-type evaluation. |
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Coming Soon |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |