Karnataka .: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced recruitment for 218 Junior Engineer (JE) vacancies across various departments and corporations in Karnataka. The recruitment includes 187 posts under the Residual Basic Cadre and 31 posts under the Kalyana Karnataka cadre.
Candidates with a diploma or an equivalent qualification are eligible to apply for the Junior Engineer posts. The last date to submit applications is November 26, 2026, while the application fee must be paid by November 27, 2026.
KEA Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to submit application | November 26, 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | November 27, 2026 |
| Kannada language examination | January 8, 2027 |
| Written examination | January 2027 |
KEA has stated that the Kannada language examination will be conducted on January 8. The written examination for the recruitment is scheduled for January, although the complete examination schedule has not been specified in the announcement.
Departments and Corporations Included in the Recruitment
The vacancies cover Junior Engineer positions in several state departments and corporations. These include:
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Greater Bangalore Authority
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Karnataka Housing Board (KHB)
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Rural Infrastructure Development Limited
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Ground Water Directorate
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Karnataka State Minerals Corporation
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Karnataka Slum Development Corporation
The notification also invites applications for vacant Assistant Town Planner positions in Urban Development Authorities and the Town and Country Planning Commissionerate.
Eligibility for KEA Junior Engineer Posts
According to the announcement, candidates possessing a diploma or equivalent qualification can apply for the Junior Engineer vacancies.
Applicants should refer to the official recruitment notification for the detailed eligibility conditions, post-wise qualifications, reservation provisions and application requirements.
How to Apply for KEA Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates can visit the Karnataka Examinations Authority's official website to access the recruitment notification and application portal.
Candidates are advised to review the official notification carefully before submitting their applications and ensure that the application and fee payment are completed within the prescribed deadlines.
For more information, click here: Official Karnataka Examinations Authority Website Link
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