KEA KSHD Recruitment 2026: Assistant Horticulture Officer & Director
Recruitment Overview
| Organization Name | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Application Mode | Job Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) on behalf of Horticulture Department, Government of Karnataka | Assistant Horticulture Officer | 75 | Online | Karnataka |
| Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) on behalf of Horticulture Department, Government of Karnataka | Assistant Horticulture Director | 10 | Online | Karnataka |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 2026-08-04 |
| Online Application Start Date | 2026-08-05 |
| Online Application Last Date | 2026-08-30 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 2026-08-31 |
| Exam Date | Check Official Notification |
| Interview Date | Check Official Notification |
| Walk‑in Date | Check Official Notification |
| Counselling Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission End Date | Check Official Notification |
| Result Announcement | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) | Payment Mode | Fee Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Merit & other categories (2A/2B/3A/3B) | 750 (₹500 application + ₹250 processing) | Online | 2026-08-31 |
| SC / ST / Category‑1 / Ex‑Servicemen / Third Gender | 500 (₹250 application + ₹250 processing) | Online | 2026-08-31 |
| Persons with Disabilities | 250 (processing fee only) | Online | 2026-08-31 |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
| Post | Vacancy | Age Limit (Years) | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale (₹) | Category Breakup | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Horticulture Officer | 75 | 18 – 40 (general) | Graduate in Horticulture (B.Sc.) from an ICAR‑accredited university | 65,950 – 1,24,900 | Check Official Notification | Karnataka |
| Assistant Horticulture Director | 10 | 18 – 40 (general) | Post‑Graduate in Horticulture + B.Sc. Horticulture from an ICAR‑accredited university | 69,250 – 1,34,200 | Check Official Notification | Karnataka |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
- Competitive Written Examination (Paper 1: General Knowledge, Paper 2: Horticulture) – CBT or OMR mode.
- Kannada Language Test (qualifying only for candidates without Kannada as a first/second language).
- Document Verification of original certificates and other required documents.
Minimum qualifying marks: 35% in the written exam.
Negative marking: 0.75 marks deducted per wrong answer.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Visit the official Karnataka Examination Authority website.
- Locate the link for KSHD Assistant Horticulture Officer / Director Recruitment 2026.
- Register using a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form without any errors (no corrections allowed after submission).
- Upload a recent passport‑size photograph (JPEG, 50 KB‑200 KB) and a scanned signature (JPEG, 50 KB‑70 KB).
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Download and save the fee payment challan/receipt for future reference.
- Submit the application before 30‑08‑2026 (fee payment by 31‑08‑2026).
Required Documents Checklist
- Aadhaar Card
- SSLC (or equivalent) certificate/marks card showing date of birth
- Educational qualification certificates & mark sheets for all semesters
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Income & caste certificate (if applicable)
- Rural reservation certificate (if applicable)
- Kannada medium study certificate (if applicable)
- Ex‑servicemen discharge certificate / pension book (if applicable)
- Third‑gender certificate (if applicable)
- Kalyana‑Karnataka (371‑J) eligibility & local candidate certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport‑size photograph & signature scans (as per prescribed format)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in KEA KSHD Recruitment 2026?
A: A total of 85 vacancies – 75 Assistant Horticulture Officer posts and 10 Assistant Horticulture Director posts (including 5 reserved for Kalyana‑Karnataka).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for KEA KSHD Recruitment 2026?
A: Online applications close on 30‑08‑2026; the application fee must be paid by 31‑08‑2026.
Q3. What educational qualification is required for Assistant Horticulture Officer?
A: A Graduate degree in Horticulture (B.Sc.) from a university accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
Q4. What educational qualification is required for Assistant Horticulture Director?
A: A Post‑Graduate degree in Horticulture along with a B.Sc. in Horticulture, both from an ICAR‑accredited university.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the KEA KSHD competitive exam?
A: Yes, 0.75 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Coming Soon |
| Official Website | Click Here |