
KEA AO AAO Hall Ticket 2026: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is expected to release the KEA AO AAO Hall Ticket 2026 shortly on its official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. Candidates who have successfully registered for the recruitment examination can download their admit cards online using their application details.
The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill 945 vacancies for the posts of Agriculture Officer (AO) and Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) in Karnataka. The written examinations are scheduled to be held on 19 July, 25 July, and 9 August 2026 in offline mode.
Candidates must note that the hall ticket is a mandatory document for entry into the examination centre. No candidate will be allowed to appear for the exam without a valid admit card and identity proof.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Posts | Agriculture Officer (AO) and Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) |
| Total Vacancies | 945 |
| Hall Ticket Status | To Be Released |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| KEA AO AAO Exam Dates | 19 July, 25 July and 9 August 2026 |
| Credentials Required | Application Number, Date of Birth and First Four Letters of Name |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
KEA is likely to issue the AO AAO admit cards a few days before the commencement of the examination. Once released, candidates will be able to access the download link through the recruitment section of the official website.
Applicants are advised to download the hall ticket immediately after its release to avoid last-minute server issues or technical problems.
The recruitment examination will be conducted across three different dates. The Kannada Language Test is scheduled for 19 July, while the remaining papers will be held on 25 July and 9 August in two shifts.
| Exam Date | Shift | Paper | Timing |
| 19 July 2026 | Shift 1 | Kannada Language Test | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| 25 July 2026 | Shift 1 | General Kannada – Paper 1 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| 25 July 2026 | Shift 2 | Specific Subject – Paper 2 | 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
| 9 August 2026 | Shift 1 | General Kannada – Paper 1 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| 9 August 2026 | Shift 2 | Specific Subject – Paper 2 | 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
The direct link to download the KEA AO AAO Admit Card 2026 will be activated on the official website of KEA once the authority releases the admission tickets.
Candidates should keep the following details ready before downloading the hall ticket:
Application Number
Date of Birth
First Four Letters of Applicant's Name
Candidates can follow the instructions below to download their admit cards:
Visit the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
Navigate to the Recruitment section on the homepage.
Click on the link related to Agriculture Officer and Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026.
Select the option titled "AO AAO 2026 Admission Ticket Download".
Enter the required login credentials, including application number, date of birth, and first four letters of your name.
Submit the details and download the hall ticket displayed on the screen.
Take a printout of the admit card and keep multiple copies for future use.
After downloading the hall ticket, candidates should carefully verify all information printed on it. The admit card is expected to contain the following details:
Candidate's Name
Registration Number/Roll Number
Photograph and Signature
Date of Birth
Category
Exam Date and Shift
Examination Centre Name and Address
Reporting Time
Exam Duration
Important Instructions for Examination Day
In case of any discrepancy in the hall ticket details, candidates should immediately contact KEA authorities for rectification.
Candidates appearing for the examination must carry:
Printed copy of KEA AO AAO Hall Ticket 2026
Original Photo Identity Proof such as:
Aadhaar Card
PAN Card
Voter ID
Passport
Driving Licence
Candidates without valid documents may not be permitted to enter the examination centre.
Reach the examination centre at least one hour before the reporting time.
Carry only permitted items to the examination hall.
Electronic devices such as mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, and Bluetooth devices are strictly prohibited.
Follow all instructions mentioned on the admit card and those provided by the invigilators.
Ensure that the details on the attendance sheet match those on the admit card.
