Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) Invites Application for 85 Assistant Horticulture Officer, Assistant Horticulture Director Recruitment 2025

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on notification date)

• Educational Qualification:Graduate in Horticulture (for Assistant Horticulture Officer) or Post Graduate in Horticulture with B.Sc. in Horticulture (for Assistant Horticulture Director) from an ICAR-accredited university.
• Skills:Horticulture expertise, agricultural knowledge, research, management, and leadership.
• Age Limit:Maximum age ranges from 40 to 45 years depending on the category, as detailed in the table above.
• Salary (per month):
• Assistant Horticulture Officer: ₹65,950 – 1,24,900
• Assistant Horticulture Director: ₹69,250 – 1,34,200
• Selection Procedure:
• Competitive Written Examination (Online CBT or Offline OMR-based)
• Kannada Language Test (qualifying in nature, with exemptions for eligible candidates)
• Document Verification
• Application Fee:
• General Merit & Categories 2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹750 (₹500 application fee + ₹250 processing fee)
• SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen/Third Gender: ₹500 (₹250 application fee + ₹250 processing fee)
• Persons with Disabilities (Special-abled): ₹250 (processing fee only)

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

• Candidates should follow the steps below to apply online for the Karnataka Horticulture Recruitment 2026.
• Visit Official Website: Go to the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
• Find the Notification: Look for the Horticulture Department recruitment online application link.
• Register: Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
• Fill Application Form: Login and complete the application form with personal and educational details.
• Upload Documents: Upload scanned photograph (JPEG, white background, 50KB–200KB) and signature (JPEG, 50KB–70KB).
• Pay Fee: Pay the applicable fee online through the prescribed payment gateway.
• Review and Submit: Review all details carefully before final submission. No correction is allowed after submission.
• Save a Copy: Download and print the application form and fee receipt for future reference.
• Important: The last date to apply online is 30 August 2026, and the fee payment deadline is 31 August 2026.

• cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

📅 Important Dates

Key Instructions for Candidates

• Separate Notifications: There are two separate notifications: General (RPC) and Kalyana Karnataka (KK). Candidates should apply under the appropriate notification based on their eligibility.
• Domicile: For the KK notification, candidates must belong to the Kalyana Karnataka region as per Article 371(J).
• Educational Qualification: Ensure your degree is from an ICAR-accredited university.
• Age Limit: Verify your category-wise age limit before applying.
• Documents: Upload clear photographs and signatures in the specified format and size.
• No Corrections: Applications cannot be corrected after submission. Fill the form carefully.
• Check Website: Visit the official KEA website regularly for updates on the exam date and admit card.
• Probation: Selected candidates will be appointed on a 2-year probation period under the National Pension Scheme (NPS).