The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has published the key answers for the Assistant Horticulture Director recruitment competitive exam (Kalyana Karnataka cadre) on 6 October 2026, the same day the exam was held. The key covers Paper-1 (General Knowledge) and Paper-2 (Specific Paper). Candidates who want to challenge any answer can submit objections online until 10:30 AM on 8 October 2026, with a fee of Rs. 25 per objection.
Important Note: Three things to keep in mind. First, the objection deadline is 8 October 2026 at 10:30 AM, so time is extremely tight – if you plan to object, act immediately. Second, every objection must mention the question number and your question booklet version code, otherwise it will not be considered. Third, the Rs. 25 objection fee is not refunded, so raise only objections you can back with supporting documents in PDF format.
KEA Assistant Horticulture Director Answer Key 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Recruitment | Assistant Horticulture Director (Kalyana Karnataka cadre) |
| Notice Date | 06/10/2026 |
| Exam Type | Competitive Exam |
| Exam Date | 06/10/2026 |
| Papers Covered by the Key | Paper-1 (General Knowledge) and Paper-2 (Specific Paper) |
| Question Versions in the Key | A1, B1, C1 and D1 |
| Questions Listed per Paper | 100 |
| Objection Mode | Online, through the KEA portal |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 25 per objection (not refundable) |
| Last Date and Time for Objections | 08/10/2026, 10:30 AM |
| Official Website | kea.kar.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Competitive Exam Held | 06/10/2026 |
| Key Answers Published (Paper-1 and Paper-2) | 06/10/2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Objections | 08/10/2026 by 10:30 AM |
What Does the KEA Key Answer Document Contain?
The official key is a PDF titled “Key answer for Asst. Horticulture Director recruitment Competitive Exam – Held on 06.10.2026”, issued by KEA. It has two sections, one for each paper.
| Paper | Subject Heading in the Key | Questions | Versions Given |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | General Knowledge (KK) | 1 to 100 | A1, B1, C1, D1 |
| Paper-2 | Specific Paper (Paper-2) (KK) | 1 to 100 | A1, B1, C1, D1 |
How to Check the KEA Assistant Horticulture Director Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official KEA website – Click Here – and open the notice for the Assistant Horticulture Director key answers.
- Download the PDF for Paper-1 (General Knowledge) and Paper-2 (Specific Paper).
- Note the version code of your question booklet.
- Find your version column (A1, B1, C1 or D1) in the key.
- Compare the correct option for each question with the answer you marked.
- Count the correct answers separately for each paper.
How to Raise an Objection Against the KEA Answer Key
If you believe a key answer is wrong, you can challenge it through the official KEA online portal before the deadline.
- Open the KEA online portal – Click Here.
- Submit your objection online. The notice does not describe the login or form steps in detail, so follow the instructions shown on the portal.
- Mention the paper details, exam date, version code and question number for every objection.
- Attach the supporting documents in PDF format.
- Pay Rs. 25 for each objection.
- Submit before 10:30 AM on 08/10/2026.
Objections That Will Not Be Considered
- Objections that do not mention the question number or the version code
- Incomplete objections
- Objections without a basis or supporting documents
- Objections for which the fee has not been paid
Objection Fee
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Fee per Objection | Rs. 25 |
| Refund | Not refunded |
| Supporting Documents | Required, in PDF format |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Match the answers only with the version code of your own question booklet.
- Submit objections only through the official online portal, within the deadline.
- Include the question number and version code in every objection. Without them, the objection will not be considered.
- Keep supporting documents ready in PDF format before you start the submission.
- The objection fee is not refunded, so raise only objections you can support with documents.
- Treat the final key, published after the expert committee’s review, as the deciding version.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Key Answer PDF (Paper-1 and Paper-2) | Click Here |
| KEA Objection Portal | Click Here |
| KEA Official Website | Click Here |
KEA Assistant Horticulture Director Answer Key 2026 – FAQs
Q1. Has KEA released the Assistant Horticulture Director answer key 2026?
✅ Yes. KEA published the key answers for Paper-1 and Paper-2 on 06/10/2026 on its website.
Q2. What is the last date to raise objections against the KEA answer key?
✅ The last date is 08/10/2026, and objections must be submitted by 10:30 AM.
Q3. How can I raise an objection to the KEA key answers?
✅ Submit it online through the KEA portal with the paper details, exam date, version code, question number and supporting documents in PDF.
Q4. What is the fee to challenge the KEA answer key?
✅ The fee is Rs. 25 per objection. It is not refunded.
Q5. Which papers are covered in the KEA Assistant Horticulture Director key?
✅ The key covers Paper-1 (General Knowledge) and Paper-2 (Specific Paper), with 100 questions listed for each paper.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official KEA key answer notice for the Assistant Horticulture Director recruitment competitive exam (Kalyana Karnataka cadre), dated 06/10/2026. Candidates must verify all details and submit objections directly through the official KEA portal. This article is for informational purposes only.
