KEA Nursing Officer, Pharmacy Officer Recruitment 2026 – 233

1. Competitive Written Examination — Consists of Paper-1 (General Knowledge, 100 marks) and Paper-2 (Post-specific subject, 100 marks), each 2 hours.
2. Negative Marking — 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
3. Minimum Qualifying Marks — Candidates must score at least 35% in the competitive examination.
4. Kannada Language Test — Mandatory for candidates who have not studied Kannada up to SSLC/higher level or cleared the "Kadaya Kannada" test. Minimum 50 marks out of 150 required to pass.

About the KEA Nursing Officer, Pharmacy Officer Recruitment 2026

KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Vacancy Details 2026

Vacancy Details - RPC Notification (ESI Scheme Medical Services Department)

Vacancy Details - Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) Notification

KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Age Limit

KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Salary Structure

Application Fee for KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer

KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Selection Process

1. Competitive Written Examination — The exam comprises two papers. Paper-1 covers General Knowledge with 100 questions for 100 marks, and Paper-2 is a post-specific subject paper with 100 questions for 100 marks. Each paper has a duration of 2 hours.
2. Negative Marking — A penalty of 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
3. Minimum Qualifying Marks — Candidates must achieve a minimum of 35% marks in the competitive examination to qualify; failure to do so will result in disqualification.
4. Kannada Language Test — This test (SSLC-standard, 150 objective-type marks, 50 minimum passing marks) is applicable to candidates who have not studied Kannada as a first or second language up to SSLC/higher level or have not previously cleared the "Kadaya Kannada" test. Candidates who fail this test or are absent will be disqualified.

Documents Required for Application

• Aadhaar card
• Marks cards/certificates for all educational qualifications and claimed experience
• SSLC marks card or equivalent for date of birth proof
• Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, white background, 50KB–200KB)
• Signature (JPEG, 50KB–70KB)
• Caste/category certificate (if applicable), with RD number
• Ex-servicemen discharge certificate or pension/gratuity proof (if applicable)
• PWD/UDID certificate (if applicable)
• Rural candidature, Kannada-medium study, or third-gender certificate (if applicable)
• Income certificate (if applicable, for married women claiming reservation under husband's name)

How to Apply for KEA Pharmacy Officer & Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official KEA website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/
2. Locate and click on the relevant recruitment application link for Pharmacy Officer and Nursing Officer.
3. Register and meticulously complete the online application form. Note that no corrections or modifications will be permitted after submission.
4. Upload your passport-size photograph and signature, ensuring they meet the specified format and size requirements.
5. Pay the applicable application fee online by the designated last date.
6. Download and retain a copy of your submitted application form and the fee payment receipt for future reference.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• Applications are accepted exclusively through the online mode; changes to the submission mode are not allowed.
• Candidates must verify all eligibility, qualification, age, and category details before submitting the application. Providing incorrect or false information will lead to disqualification at any stage.
• Admission tickets for the written examination will be available for download from the official website. A valid original photo ID (such as PAN card, driving license, Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, or government service ID) is mandatory at the exam center.
• Requests for changes to the examination center will not be entertained.
• All official communication from KEA will be sent to the mobile number/email provided in the application, which cannot be changed later.
• Any candidate found using fake documents, providing false information, or engaging in unfair practices will face disqualification and legal action.