The KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026 official notification is out, offering 750 vacancies across RPC and Kalyana-Karnataka cadres. Eligible candidates can apply online from 11th July through 7th August 2026 at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), an autonomous government body overseen by the Minister of Higher Education, has officially released 750 openings for the position of Land Surveyor. Interested applicants can now start their registration process via the official portal at www.cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
KEA Land Surveyor Notification 2026 PDF Out
The KEA has published the comprehensive recruitment notification for the Group-C Surveyor (Bhoomapaka) post on its official website, https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/. You can download the official notification PDF directly from the links provided in this article.
KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026: Overview
The recruitment process for these positions comprises a competitive written examination, a mandatory Kannada language proficiency test (where applicable), a document verification round, and a period of specialized departmental survey training during probation.
| Karnataka Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026- Quick Overview | |
| Organisation | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Recruiting Department | Department of Survey Settlement and Land Records, Bengaluru |
| Post | Surveyor (Bhoomapaka), Group-C |
| Vacancy | 750 (560 RPC + 190 Kalyana-Karnataka) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 11th July to 7th August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Competitive Exam, Kannada Language Test (qualifying), Document Verification, Departmental Survey Training |
| Probation Period | 2 years |
| Salary | Rs. 37500- 76100 |
| Official website | www.cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
Karnataka Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
Candidates aiming to apply for these 750 Surveyor vacancies must submit their applications between 11th July and 7th August 2026. The KEA has provided a structured timeline for the application process in the official recruitment guidelines.
| Events | Dates |
| Detailed Notification | 11th July 2026 |
| Apply Online Starrts | 11th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7th August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10th August 2026 |
| RPC (General) Exam Date | 3rd -4th October 2026 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Exam Date | 24th-25th October 2026 |
KEA Land Surveyor Vacancy 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has announced 750 total vacancies for Land Surveyors, divided across two specific cadre notifications. The breakdown of these vacancies is detailed below:
| Category | RPC | Kalyana-Karnataka |
| Women | 186 | 61 |
| Rural Candidates | 140 | 49 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 56 | 17 |
| Kannada Medium Students | 26 | 07 |
| Project-Displaced PersonsProject-Displaced Persons | 25 | — |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWD) | 30 | 11 |
| Transgender Candidates | 07 | 02 |
| Total | 560 | 190 |
KEA Land Surveyor Eligibility Criteria 2026
Applicants should review the essential eligibility criteria, including educational requirements and age limits, as outlined below.
Educational Qualification
- Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, or any other Engineering/Technology discipline, or AMIE in a relevant Engineering discipline; or
- Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Instrumentation, Electronics & Communication, or Agriculture.
Age Limit (as on 7 August 2026)
All candidates must meet a minimum age requirement of 18 years. Maximum age limits are determined based on category-wise relaxations per the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977.
| Category | Maximum Age |
| General | 35 years |
| Category 2A/2B/3A/3B | 38 years |
| SC/ST/Category-1 | 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Departmental Candidates | 45 years |
KEA Land Surveyor Apply Online 2026
The KEA officially opened the online application portal for the Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026 on 11th July 2026. You can access the application form directly through the career section at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in using the link below.
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FAQs
Is the Kannada Language Test compulsory for all candidates?
The Kannada language test is only required for applicants who have not previously cleared an equivalent Kannada exam or completed their schooling up to the SSLC level with Kannada as a first or second language.
What is the pay scale for KEA Land Surveyor 2026?
Successful candidates will be appointed with a competitive pay scale ranging from Rs. 37,500 to Rs. 76,100 per the 2024 Revised State Pay Scale, plus additional NPS benefits.
How many vacancies are there in KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
Of the 750 available Surveyor positions, 560 are designated under the RPC (Regular/State-wide) cadre, while 190 are allocated for the Kalyana-Karnataka cadre.
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