The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the provisional answer key for the Village Administrative Officer (VAO) RPC (Remaining Parent Cadre) examination held on 4 October 2026 on 6 October 2026. The key covers Paper 1 (General Knowledge) and Paper 2 (Kannada, English and Computer Knowledge) across all 12 version codes (A1, B1, C1, D1, A2, B2, C2, D2, A3, B3, C3 and D3). Candidates can raise objections online through the KEA objection portal by paying Rs. 25 per objection (non-refundable) before 8 October 2026 at 10:30 AM.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must act on immediately. First, the objection deadline is 8 October 2026 at 10:30 AM — just 2 days away. Download the key PDF NOW, compare it with your answers and identify any errors before it is too late. Second, there are 12 different version codes. Use ONLY the key column matching your version code (printed on your question booklet). A1, A2, A3 are different — check carefully. Third, the Rs. 25 objection fee is non-refundable. Only submit an objection if you have genuine doubt and supporting proof in PDF format. Objections without documentary support will not be considered.
KEA VAO Answer Key 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post | Village Administrative Officer (VAO) |
| Cadre | Remaining Parent Cadre (RPC) |
| Exam Date | 4 October 2026 |
| Papers | Paper 1 (General Knowledge) and Paper 2 (Kannada, English and Computer Knowledge) |
| Questions per Paper | 100 |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Answer Key Released | 6 October 2026 |
| Version Codes | A1, B1, C1, D1, A2, B2, C2, D2, A3, B3, C3, D3 (12 total) |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 25 per objection (non-refundable) |
| Objection Last Date | 8 October 2026 at 10:30 AM |
| Official Website | kea.kar.nic.in |
KEA VAO Answer Key 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| VAO RPC Exam | 4 October 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 6 October 2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 6 October 2026 |
| Objection Last Date | 8 October 2026 at 10:30 AM |
| Final Answer Key | To be announced on kea.kar.nic.in |
KEA VAO Answer Key 2026: Papers and Version Codes
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Version Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Knowledge | 100 | A1, B1, C1, D1, A2, B2, C2, D2, A3, B3, C3, D3 |
| Paper 2 | Kannada, English and Computer Knowledge | 100 | A1, B1, C1, D1, A2, B2, C2, D2, A3, B3, C3, D3 |
| Series | Version Codes |
|---|---|
| Series 1 | A1, B1, C1, D1 |
| Series 2 | A2, B2, C2, D2 |
| Series 3 | A3, B3, C3, D3 |
How to Download the KEA VAO Provisional Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea or kea.kar.nic.in.
- Go to the Recruitment section.
- Click the link “VAO – 2026 (RPC) Examination Key Answers with Notification.”
- The answer key PDF will open.
- Find the column for your version code (e.g. A1, B2, C3 etc.) for each paper.
- Download and save the PDF for reference.
How to Raise Objections Against the KEA VAO Answer Key 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Open the KEA objection portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/keaobjections/forms/login.aspx |
| Step 2 | Log in with required credentials |
| Step 3 | Select the exam, enter your paper, version code and question number |
| Step 4 | Enter the correct answer you believe should be accepted |
| Step 5 | Upload supporting proof in PDF format (textbook/official reference) |
| Step 6 | Pay Rs. 25 per objection online (non-refundable) |
| Step 7 | Submit and save a copy of the confirmation |
Objection Rules
- Objection fee: Rs. 25 per objection. Non-refundable regardless of outcome.
- Submit before 8 October 2026 at 10:30 AM. Late objections not accepted.
- Objections without supporting documents or question number/version code will not be considered.
- A subject expert committee reviews all valid objections. The key answers it decides on are final.
Important Instructions
- Use ONLY the version code matching your question booklet for comparison. A1, A2 and A3 are different series.
- This is a provisional key — final answers may change after expert review of objections.
- Download only from the official KEA portal. Do not rely on unofficial answer key copies.
- Monitor kea.kar.nic.in for the final answer key and result announcement.
KEA VAO Answer Key 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| KEA VAO Provisional Answer Key PDF (Paper 1 and Paper 2) | Click Here |
| KEA Objection Portal | Click Here |
| KEA Official Portal | Click Here |
| KEA Official Website | Click Here |
KEA VAO Answer Key 2026: FAQs
Q1. Has the KEA VAO Answer Key 2026 been released?
Yes. KEA released the provisional answer key for the VAO RPC exam (held 4 October 2026) on 6 October 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in.
Q2. What is the objection last date?
8 October 2026 at 10:30 AM. Submit well before this time.
Q3. How many version codes are there?
12 version codes: A1, B1, C1, D1 (Series 1), A2, B2, C2, D2 (Series 2) and A3, B3, C3, D3 (Series 3).
Q4. What is the objection fee?
Rs. 25 per objection, non-refundable regardless of the outcome.
Q5. What papers does the key cover?
Paper 1: General Knowledge (100 questions). Paper 2: Kannada, English and Computer Knowledge (100 questions).
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official KEA VAO provisional answer key released on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in on 6 October 2026. The objection deadline is 8 October 2026 at 10:30 AM. Candidates must submit objections only through the official KEA objection portal. JobShouter is not associated with KEA or the Government of Karnataka. This article is for informational purposes only.
