The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) released the provisional answer key for the Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 examination under the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) on 31 October 2026, the same day the examination was conducted. The answer key PDF is in Kannada and is available on the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The reported objection deadline was 2 November 2026 — candidates must verify from the KEA portal whether the window is still open or has closed.
Important Note
1. The reported objection deadline was 2 November 2026. Today is 3 November 2026. The window may have already closed. Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in immediately and check the objection portal — if it is still accessible, submit objections without delay.
2. The answer key PDF is in Kannada. Candidates who need assistance reading the document should use the official PDF available on the KEA portal.
3. The objection fee could not be confirmed from the accessible Kannada PDF of the notice. Earlier KEA RPC examination notices have specified a non-refundable fee of Rs. 25 per objection, but this must be verified on the official objection portal before submission.
KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post Name | Pharmacy Officer |
| Recruitment Cadre | Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) |
| Department | Employees’ State Insurance Scheme Medical Services, Karnataka |
| Paper | Paper 2 |
| Exam Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 31 October 2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Answer Key Format | Official PDF (Kannada) |
| Objection Mode | Online |
| Reported Objection Deadline | 2 November 2026 (verify current status at portal) |
| Objection Fee | Not confirmed from notice – check KEA objection portal |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Earlier KEA Answer Key Publication (Various Posts) | 28 October 2026 |
| Pharmacy Officer RPC Paper 2 Exam | 31 October 2026 |
| Paper 2 Provisional Answer Key Released | 31 October 2026 |
| Objection Link Published | 31 October 2026 |
| Reported Objection Deadline | 2 November 2026 (verify on portal) |
| Final Answer Key | Not yet announced |
| Result | Not yet announced |
⚠️ Objection Deadline Update
The reported objection deadline for the KEA Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 answer key was 2 November 2026. As today is 3 November 2026, the window may have passed. Candidates should:
- Visit the KEA objection portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/keaobjections/forms/login.aspx immediately.
- If the portal is still accepting submissions, raise objections at once.
- If the portal has closed, monitor cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for the final answer key and result announcements.
How to Download KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key 2026
- Visit the KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Open the latest announcements or answer key section.
- Find the Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 Provisional Key Answers notice dated 31 October 2026.
- Click the PDF link to download the official Kannada answer key.
- Check the question-paper version applicable to you before comparing answers.
- Compare your attempted answers question by question with the published key.
- Note questions where you believe the published answer is incorrect.
- Save the PDF for reference.
How to Raise Objections Against KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key 2026
Objections must be submitted online through the official KEA objection portal. Verify that the portal is still open before proceeding.
- Visit the KEA objection portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/keaobjections/forms/login.aspx.
- Log in using the credentials requested.
- Select the Pharmacy Officer examination and Paper 2.
- Identify the question-paper version and disputed question number.
- Enter the objection details and the answer you believe is correct.
- Attach supporting reference material in the format specified by KEA.
- Complete the fee payment shown by the portal.
- Review all entries before submission.
- Submit and save the confirmation.
KEA Pharmacy Officer Objection Fee 2026
The exact fee for the Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 provisional answer key objection could not be confirmed from the available Kannada PDF. Earlier KEA RPC examination objection notices have mentioned Rs. 25 per objection, but this figure is unconfirmed for this specific notice. Check the fee and payment instructions displayed on the official KEA objection portal before paying.
KEA Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 vs Earlier KEA Answer Key Publications
| Particulars | Earlier KEA Key (28 October) | Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 (31 October) |
|---|---|---|
| Publication Date | 28 October 2026 | 31 October 2026 |
| Posts Covered | Various KEA posts | Pharmacy Officer only |
| Paper 2 for Pharmacy Officer RPC | Not included | Included |
| Objection Window | Closed (deadline: 30 October 2026) | Reported deadline: 2 November 2026 |
Do not use the earlier objection portal for Pharmacy Officer Paper 2. Use only the dedicated Paper 2 objection link.
What Happens After the Objection Window?
After the objection window closes, KEA will examine valid objections. Any corrections will be incorporated into the final answer key, which will be published separately on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The Pharmacy Officer result will follow after the final answer key. No dates have been announced for the final key or result.
KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 Provisional Answer Key PDF (Kannada) | Click Here |
| Raise Objections – KEA Objection Portal | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Has the KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key 2026 been released?
Yes. KEA released the Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 provisional answer key on 31 October 2026 on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
When was the KEA Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 exam held?
The Pharmacy Officer RPC Paper 2 examination was conducted on 31 October 2026.
What is the reported objection deadline for KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key 2026?
The reported objection deadline was 2 November 2026. As today is 3 November 2026, the window may have passed. Check the objection portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in immediately to verify.
What is the objection fee for KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key 2026?
The exact fee could not be confirmed from the available notice. Earlier KEA RPC objection notices have mentioned Rs. 25 per objection (unconfirmed for this notice). Verify on the official portal before submitting.
Where can I download the KEA Pharmacy Officer Answer Key PDF?
Download the Kannada PDF directly from the link in the Important Links table above, or from cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
Has the KEA Pharmacy Officer result been declared?
No. The provisional answer key has been released. The result will follow the final answer key, which has not been announced yet.
Disclaimer
This post is based on the KEA Pharmacy Officer Paper 2 provisional answer key released on 31 October 2026, as available on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The reported objection deadline of 2 November 2026 was sourced from the freejobalert.com article and could not be independently verified from the official Kannada PDF at the time of writing. The objection fee is unconfirmed for this specific notice. Candidates must check the official KEA portal for the current status of the objection window and for fee details. JobShouter is not associated with the Karnataka Examinations Authority. This article is for informational purposes only.
