The KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026 has been published by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for the RPC cadre written exam held on 2 October 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Land Surveyor (Bhoomapaka) recruitment can now download the provisional answer key PDF from the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
The provisional key lets candidates match their responses and estimate their marks before the final result. If any answer looks wrong, candidates can challenge it through the KEA Provisional Answer Key Objection Portal before the deadline.
KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026: Overview
Candidates can check the key details of the KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026 in the table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Authority | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Examination Name | KEA Land Surveyor Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | Land Surveyor (Bhoomapaka), Group-C |
| Department | Department of Survey, Settlement and Land Records |
| Total Vacancies | 750 (560 RPC + 190 Kalyana-Karnataka) |
| Exam Date | 2 October 2026 (RPC Cadre) |
| Answer Key Status | Released (Provisional) |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Objection Mode | Online, via KEA Objection Portal |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026: Important Dates
The provisional answer key for the RPC cadre was released shortly after the 2 October exam. Key dates are listed below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 11 July 2026 |
| Online Application Started | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (extended) | 20 August 2026 |
| Hall Ticket Released (RPC) | 28 September 2026 |
| RPC Cadre Exam Date | 2 October 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 3 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | To be updated (check KEA notice) |
| Final Answer Key | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
Note: The Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) cadre exam is conducted separately. Its answer key will be released after that exam.
How to Download KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026 PDF
Candidates can download the KEA Bhoomapaka answer key in a few simple steps.
- Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Go to the Recruitment section on the homepage.
- Click on Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026 (RPC).
- Open the link for the Provisional Answer Key.
- The answer key PDF will open on the screen.
- Download the PDF and match it with your responses using your question paper version.
Direct Link: KEA Land Surveyor Provisional Answer Key 2026 PDF (RPC)
How to Raise Objections Against KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026
Candidates who find an incorrect answer can file an objection online through the KEA Provisional Answer Key Objection Portal. Follow these steps:
- Open the KEA Provisional Answer Key Objection Portal.
- Enter your Application No / Register No.
- Enter your Candidate Name (first 5 characters of your name).
- Enter your Date of Birth.
- Under Select Examination, choose Land surveyor Recruitment – 2026 (RPC).
- Enter the captcha and click Login.
- Select the question number you want to challenge.
- Enter your suggested answer and upload supporting proof (textbook reference or document).
- Submit the objection and save a copy for your records.
Important Tips:
- Submit objections only before the last date mentioned in the KEA notice.
- Always attach valid proof; objections without references may be rejected.
- Objections sent by post, email or in person are not accepted.
- KEA’s expert committee will review all objections before publishing the final answer key.
How to Calculate Marks Using KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026
Candidates can estimate their score by comparing their answers with the provisional key.
- Count the number of correct answers.
- Count the number of wrong answers.
- Apply the marking scheme given in the official notification (marks per correct answer and negative marking, if any).
Estimated Score = (Correct Answers × Marks per Question) − (Wrong Answers × Negative Marks, if applicable)
What After KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026?
After reviewing all objections, KEA will publish the final answer key. The result and provisional selection list will be prepared on the basis of the final key. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for document verification.
KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026: FAQs
Q1. Is the KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key 2026 released? Yes, KEA has released the provisional answer key for the RPC cadre exam held on 2 October 2026.
Q2. Where can I download the KEA Bhoomapaka Answer Key 2026? You can download it from the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea, or the direct link given above.
Q3. How can I raise objections against the KEA Land Surveyor Answer Key? Log in to the KEA Objection Portal with your Application No, first 5 characters of your name, date of birth, and select Land surveyor Recruitment – 2026 (RPC).
Q4. How many vacancies are there in KEA Land Surveyor Recruitment 2026? There are 750 vacancies in total: 560 in the RPC cadre and 190 in the Kalyana-Karnataka cadre.
Q5. When will the final answer key be released? KEA will release the final answer key after reviewing all objections. The date will be announced on the official website.
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