The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), on behalf of the Directorate of Municipal Administration, Government of Karnataka, has released the Kalyana Karnataka Urban Local Bodies (ULB) Group-C Recruitment 2026 notification for 210 posts - Water Supply Operator, Electrician Grade-1, Assistant Water Supply Operator, and Electrician Grade-2. This article covers the confirmed dates, vacancy break-up, eligibility, exam pattern, fee, and syllabus details for the KEA Kalyana Karnataka Group C exam 2026, along with links to the official notification and syllabus PDF.
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KEA Kalyana Karnataka Group C Syllabus 2026 - Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), on behalf of Directorate of Municipal Administration, Government of Karnataka |
| Recruitment Name | Kalyana Karnataka Urban Local Bodies Group-C Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 210 |
| Posts | Water Supply Operator, Electrician Grade-1, Assistant Water Supply Operator, Electrician Grade-2 |
| Region | Urban Local Bodies (Nagara Sthaniya Samsthegalu) of the Kalyana-Karnataka region |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Selection Mode | Competitive written examination (Paper-1: General Knowledge, Paper-2: post-specific subject) |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
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KEA Kalyana Karnataka Group C Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application start date | 16 September 2026 |
| Online application last date | 30 September 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 1 October 2026 |
KEA Kalyana Karnataka Group C Exam Pattern 2026
Selection is based purely on a competitive written examination - there is no separate interview reported for this recruitment. The examination has two papers:
| Paper | Subject |
|---|---|
| Paper-1 | General Knowledge |
| Paper-2 | Post-specific technical/trade subject (relevant to Electrician or Water Supply Operator trade) |
- Each wrong answer carries a negative marking of 0.25 marks.
- Unanswered questions do not attract any deduction.
- A qualifying Kannada Language Test may also apply, depending on a candidate's language qualification and exemption status, as is standard practice in other KEA recruitment exams.
KEA Kalyana Karnataka Group C Syllabus 2026
KEA has published a subject-wise syllabus (in Kannada) on its official recruitment portal, covering the topics for Paper-1 (General Knowledge) and Paper-2 (post-specific subject). Based on the pattern followed in other recent KEA Group-C recruitment exams, syllabus areas of this type generally include:
- General Knowledge with emphasis on Karnataka history, geography, economy, and current affairs
- General Kannada and General English (where applicable)
- Trade-specific technical knowledge related to Electrical work or Water Supply Operations for Paper-2
Important: This is a general pattern reference only, not a confirmed subject-wise breakdown for this exact 2026 Kalyana Karnataka Group-C notification. The precise, official topic list is published in the syllabus PDF linked below. Since this document could not be fully verified for this article, candidates are strongly advised to download and read it directly from the official KEA website rather than relying on third-party topic lists.
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How to Apply for KEA Kalyana Karnataka Group C Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Locate the link for "Kalyana Karnataka Recruitment for Group-C Posts" on the homepage.
- Read the official notification and instructions carefully before starting the application.
- Register with your basic details and complete the online application form.
- Select only one post to apply for - applying for multiple posts is not permitted.
- Enter your personal, educational, and category details accurately.
- Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.
- Review all entered details carefully, since corrections are not allowed after final submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee online before 1 October 2026.
- Submit the form and download/print a copy of the application and fee receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Candidates can apply for only one post in this recruitment cycle.
- No corrections or modifications are allowed once the application is submitted, so verify every detail before final submission.
- All educational and supporting documents must be valid and meet eligibility conditions as on the last date of application.
- Candidates should be cautious of fake agents or middlemen demanding money or documents in exchange for a promise of selection - the recruitment is conducted purely on merit through the written examination.
- For queries, candidates can contact the KEA helpline at 080-23460460 (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM).
