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KEA VAO Syllabus 2026 and Exam Pattern PDF - Paper 1 & Paper 2 Subject Wise Topics
The Karnataka Examinations Authority Village Accountant selection uses two written papers of 100 marks each — General Knowledge, and languages with computer knowledge — plus a compulsory Kannada language test. The Kannada test carries 150 marks and needs at least 50 to pass; it is not counted in the merit, but failing it disqualifies a candidate outright.
Last Updated 16 August 2026
Selection Stages
| Stage | Mode | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — General Knowledge | Objective | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 — General Kannada, General English and Computer Knowledge | Objective | 100 | 2 hours |
| Compulsory Kannada language test | Qualifying | 150, minimum 50 to pass | As notified |
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — General Knowledge | As notified | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 — General Kannada, General English, Computer Knowledge | As notified | 100 | 2 hours |
| Compulsory Kannada language test | As notified | 150, qualifying only | As notified |
Negative marking. 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in the written papers.
Subject-wise Syllabus
General Knowledge (Paper 1)
- Current events, national and state
- Constitution of India
- History of India with reference to Karnataka
- Geography of India and Karnataka
- Indian and Karnataka economy
- Rural development and administration
- General science
- Mental ability
General Kannada (Paper 2)
- Grammar and usage
- Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Translation
- Composition
General English (Paper 2)
- Grammar and usage
- Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Sentence correction
Computer Knowledge (Paper 2)
- Computer fundamentals
- Operating systems
- MS Office
- Internet and email
- Data storage
- Computer security basics
Compulsory Kannada language test
- Kannada language at the standard set in the notification. Qualifying only — 150 marks with a minimum of 50 required, not added to the merit.
Important Links
Official Links
- Official WebsiteVisit
Confirm against the official notification. Syllabus and exam pattern are revised from time to time. Job Times 24 summarises them for study planning; the notification on the conducting body’s website is the authority.