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Key Facts: Karnataka VAO Exam
200 MCQs
Total questions across the two written papers
KEA Exam Pattern
2 Hours
Time duration allowed for each written paper
KEA Guidelines
0.25 Marks
Penalty for a Wrong Answer or Fully Blank OMR Row
KEA Marking Scheme
5th option
Required Declaration for an Unattempted Question
KEA OMR Instructions
50/150 Marks
Minimum qualifying score in the Kannada Language test
Qualifying Criteria
The Karnataka VAO exam consists of two papers totaling 200 MCQs, plus a qualifying Kannada test. Registration costs ₹750 (General/2A/2B/3A/3B), ₹500 (SC/ST/Cat-I), or ₹250 (PwD processing).
Sample Karnataka VAO Practice Questions
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1Which is the highest peak in Karnataka, India?
2Who was the first Chief Minister of Mysore State (now Karnataka) after India gained independence?
3Which of the following rivers is the longest river flowing through the state of Karnataka?
4In which year was the state of Mysore officially renamed as Karnataka?
5Which of the following is the official State Animal of Karnataka?
6Which Article of the Constitution of India provides special provisions for the development of the Kalyana-Karnataka (formerly Hyderabad-Karnataka) region?
7How many tiers are established in the local governance system of Karnataka under the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993?
8As of 2026, what is the total number of districts in the state of Karnataka?
9Which of the following birds is recognized as the official State Bird of Karnataka?
10Which tree species is designated as the official State Tree of Karnataka?
About the Karnataka VAO Exam
The KEA Karnataka Village Administrative Officer (VAO) exam recruits local revenue officials. The written exam consists of Paper 1: General Knowledge (100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours) and Paper 2: General English, General Kannada, and Computer Knowledge (100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours). This practice test offers exactly 100 high-quality mock questions (50 GK, 15 English, 15 Kannada, and 20 Computer Knowledge) matching the official syllabus proportion.
Exam sponsor: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
200 questions
Time Limit
2 hours per paper
Passing Score
At least 35% in the competitive exam; district-wise merit selection; 50/150 in the qualifying Kannada test unless exempt
Exam / Certification Fees
₹750 for General/2A/2B/3A/3B; ₹500 for SC/ST/Cat-I; ₹250 for PwD (processing fee)
Exam sponsor websiteReported exam pass rate: Competitive. Selection is based on cumulative marks scored in Paper 1 and Paper 2 of the competitive written exam. Exam sponsor website
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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General Knowledge (Paper 1)
Indian Constitution, Indian & Karnataka history/geography, current affairs, and Panchayat Raj systems.
General English (Paper 2)
Basic English grammar, vocabulary, spellings, synonyms, antonyms, and sentence structure.
General Kannada (Paper 2)
Kannada grammar, basic vocabulary, translation of terms, and general state literature.
Computer Knowledge (Paper 2)
Fundamentals of computers, hardware, software, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet, and networking.
Preparing for the Karnataka VAO Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: At least 35% in the competitive exam; district-wise merit selection; 50/150 in the qualifying Kannada test unless exempt
- Exam length: 200 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours per paper
- Exam / certification fees: ₹750 for General/2A/2B/3A/3B; ₹500 for SC/ST/Cat-I; ₹250 for PwD (processing fee) Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
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Karnataka VAO: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the qualification required for Karnataka VAO?
Candidates must have passed 12th standard (2nd PUC) or equivalent from a recognized board in India.
Is the Compulsory Kannada Language Test mandatory for all?
Yes, unless exempted by rules, candidates must secure at least 50 marks out of 150 in the Compulsory Kannada test to qualify for the main merit evaluation.
Is there a negative marking scheme in the VAO exam?
Yes. A wrong answer loses 0.25 mark. An unattempted row must be declared by shading the fifth OMR option; leaving the entire row blank also loses 0.25 mark. After the final bell, KEA provides five minutes only to mark fifth-option declarations for remaining unattempted questions.
What subjects are covered in Paper 2 of the VAO exam?
Paper 2 contains General Kannada for 35 marks, General English for 35 marks, and Computer Knowledge for 30 marks. This 35/35/30 allocation is prescribed by Rule 6(2) of the Karnataka Civil Services (Direct Recruitment) (General) Rules, 2021.
What is the age limit for Karnataka VAO recruitment?
Candidates must be at least 18 years old. Under the 2026 notification cycle, upper age limits are about 40 years for General, 43 for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and 45 for SC/ST/Category-1 (inclusive of notified relaxations).