KEA Kannada Language Test Answer Key 2026 Released – Download PDF & Raise Objections

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the provisional answer key for the Compulsory Kannada Language Test 2026 on 22nd August 2026, the same day the exam was held. This key is for candidates from outside-Karnataka and Kalyana-Karnataka quota applying to posts like Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Land Surveyor, KREIS Teacher, Armed Police Constable, and KSLSA Section Officer. The answer key is now available for download, and candidates can raise objections within the specified window.

Key Details

• Conducting Authority: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
• Exam Name: Compulsory Kannada Language Test 2026
• Notification No.: ED/KEA/02/Recruitment/2026
• Applicable Posts: Village Administrative Officer, Land Surveyor, KREIS Teacher, Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR/KSRP/IRB/KSISF), KSLSA Section Officer
• Exam Date: 22nd August 2026 (Saturday), 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Exam Pattern: 100 MCQs, 150 marks total (1.5 marks per question)
• Qualifying Marks: Minimum 50 marks
• Answer Key Status: Released (Provisional)
• Answer Key Release Date: 22nd August 2026
• Answer Key Versions: A1, B1, C1, D1
• Objection Window: 22nd August 2026 to 24th August 2026 (till 12:00 noon)
• Objection Fee: Rs. 25/- per question (non-refundable)
• Official Website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea

How to Download the Answer Key

• Visit the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
• Look for the notification regarding the Kannada Language Test answer key on the homepage, under the “Latest News” or “What’s New” section.
• Click on the relevant link for the answer key PDF.
• The answer key will display version-wise A1, B1, C1, and D1 on the screen.
• Match the answers against your version code and marked responses.
• Download and save the PDF for future reference and for use during objection filing.

How to Calculate Your Score

The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), each carrying 1.5 marks, for a total of 150 marks. To calculate your probable score:

• Count the number of correct answers you marked.
• Multiply the number of correct answers by 1.5.
• The result is your estimated score. There is no negative marking mentioned, so only correct answers contribute to the score.
• Remember, the qualifying marks are a minimum of 50 marks.

Objection Process

Candidates who wish to challenge any answer in the provisional key can do so through the official KEA Provisional Answer Key Objection Portal. The window is open from 22nd August 2026 until 24th August 2026, 12:00 noon, after which no objections will be accepted.

Steps to Raise an Objection

• Visit the objection portal login page at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/keaobjections.
• Log in using your Application Number/Register Number and the first 5 characters of your name.
• Enter your Date of Birth.
• Select the examination: Compulsory Kannada – 2026 (22-08-2026).
• Enter the captcha code and log in.
• Select the question number and version code you want to object to.
• Upload supporting documents or proof in PDF format for each objection.
• Pay the applicable fee of Rs. 25/- per objection and submit.

Important Instructions

• Every objection must clearly mention the question number and version code, and must be supported by valid proof in PDF format.
• A fee of Rs. 25/- is charged per objection raised; this fee is non-refundable.
• Objections that do not correctly mention the question number or version code, or that lack valid supporting proof, will not be considered.
• The decision of the subject expert committee reviewing the objections will be treated as final.
• Objections cannot be submitted after 24th August 2026, 12:00 noon.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)