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KEA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - submit Online for 233 Nursing Officer, Pharmacy Officer Posts

NotificationPublished 8 Aug 2026

KEA has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 233 openings , including Nursing Officer, Pharmacy Officer posts. The online application process will be conducted from 07-08-2026 to 30-08-2026. eligible you can register through the departmental portal, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

Important dates

Online application start date
07.08.2026
Online application last date
30.08.2026
Last date to pay application fee
31.08.2026
Written examination date
To be announced later on the official website

Details

KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Important Dates
  • furthermore Read: KEA Surveyor Recruitment 2026 - send in Online for 750 Bhoomapaka Posts in Karnataka Land Records Department
KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026
  • The positions have been notified separately as backlog/remaining posts under the ESI Scheme Medical Services Department (RPC notification) along with as posts reserved for the Kalyana-Karnataka region under Article 371(J) (KK notification).
KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Qualification
  • The official notification states that, Pharmacy Officer:
  • The department has confirmed that, Must possess a Diploma in Pharmacy from an institution recognized by the Government of Karnataka.
  • Must be registered with the Karnataka Pharmacy Council.
  • Candidates should note that, Nursing Officer (RPC notification as well as ESI department under KK notification):
  • Must possess a Diploma in General Nursing issued by an authority authorized by the Government of Karnataka.
  • It is informed that, Must be registered with the Karnataka Nursing Council.
  • Nursing Officer (Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society post under KK notification):
  • Must have passed a B.Sc Nursing degree from a recognized university as well as institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council/Karnataka State Nursing Council, OR
  • Candidates should note that, Must have passed PUC or an equivalent examination along with General Nursing in addition to Midwifery (GNM) courses from an institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council/Karnataka State Nursing Council.
  • As per the official update, Candidate must have studied Kannada as a language subject at PG, Bachelor's, PUC, SSLC, or Diploma level, or hold a Kannada certificate (Kavya/Jana/Rathna) issued by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board or Kannada Sahitya Parishat, Bangalore.
KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Age Limit
  • Age is calculated as of the final date fixed for submission of the online application.
  • Additional age relaxation of up to 10 years is available for certain government/local authority/central government employees, along with specific relaxations submit for ex-servicemen, NCC full-time instructors, Grameena Kutumba Palakas, along with widows, as detailed in the departmental circular.
  • aspirants should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your requirements .
KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Salary
  • Shortlisted test-takers will be on probation for two years from the date of joining in addition to are meeting criteria for the National Pension Scheme (NPS) benefit.
KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Application Fee
  • Fees must be paid online only, along with once paid are non-refundable. applicants should verify their criteria , qualification, age limit, along with category before paying the fee.
KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Selection Process
  • Selection is based on a competitive written examination conducted in online (CBT) or offline (OMR) mode, as decided by KEA. The exam consists of two papers:
  • Each question carries 4 alternative answers; test-takers must mark only one correct answer.
  • Negative marking applies: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
  • test-takers must score a minimum of 35% marks in the competitive examination to qualify. test-takers scoring below the minimum marks will be disqualified.
  • A Kannada language test (SSLC-standard, 150 objective-type marks, minimum 50 marks required to pass) applies to aspirants who have not studied Kannada as a first or second language up to SSLC/higher level, or who have not already cleared the "Kadaya Kannada" test conducted earlier. applicants who fail to secure the minimum required marks or remain absent are disqualified from the recruitment.
  • additionally Read: VAO Recruitment 2026 Karnataka - KEA Notification for 572 Village Accountant Posts
Required Documents
  • Aadhaar card
  • Marks cards/certificates for all educational qualifications in addition to experience claimed
  • SSLC marks card or equivalent as proof of date of birth
  • Recent passport-size photograph in JPEG format, white background, 50KB–200KB
  • The conducting body has announced that, Signature in JPEG format, 50KB–70KB
  • Caste/category certificate (Category-A/B/C, Category-1/2A/2B/3A/3B) as applicable, with RD number entered in the online application
  • The conducting body has announced that, Ex-servicemen discharge certificate or pension/gratuity proof, where applicable
  • PWD/UDID certificate, where applicable
  • Rural candidature, Kannada-medium study, or third-gender certificate, where applicable
  • The conducting body has announced that, Income certificate, where applicable for married women aspirants from Category 2A/2B/3A/3B claiming reservation under their husband's name
How to Apply for KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
  • Browse the authorized KEA website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/
  • Click on the relevant recruitment application link.
  • Register in addition to fill in the online registration form carefully, since no correction or modification is allowed after submission.
  • The conducting body has announced that, Upload the required photograph in addition to signature in the specified format along with size.
  • Pay the applicable application fee online before the deadline.
  • obtain along with keep a copy of the submitted application in addition to the fee payment receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions
  • The department has confirmed that, Only online applications are accepted; the mode of application submission cannot be changed later.
  • test-takers must ensure all requirements , qualification, age, along with category details are correct before submitting the application, as incorrect or false information will lead to rejection of candidature at any stage.
  • Admission tickets for the written examination will be published for obtain from the departmental webpage; applicants must carry a valid original photo ID (PAN card/driving license/Aadhaar card/passport/voter ID/government service ID) to the exam center.
  • No request for change of examination center will be entertained.
  • KEA will not correspond with applicants over phone or in person; all communication will be through the mobile number/email entered in the application, which cannot be changed later.
  • According to the latest notice, test-takers using fake documents, providing false information, or attempting any unfair means during the process are liable for disqualification in addition to legal action.
Important Links
  • submit Online: Use the link provided
  • Aspirants are advised that, Authorized announcement PDF : Click the link below
  • Department website: Click the link below
  • collect Mobile App: Use the link provided
  • aspirants who have completed their postgraduate degree in life sciences can furthermore explore more Diploma Government Jobs as well as B.Sc Life Sciences Jobs available across India. applicants looking for more research opportunities can as well explore the latest Karnataka Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for openings closer to the NCR region can confirm Faridabad Government Jobs for upcoming positions . Those holding a postgraduate degree in science can additionally browse more M.Sc Government Jobs as well as Medical Govt Jobs matching their qualification.

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