The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has published the provisional answer key for the Compulsory Kannada Language Test held on 19 July 2026, along with a live objection window for candidates who wish to challenge any answer.
| Name Of Post | KEA Kannada Language Test Answer Key 2026 (Civil Police Constable - RPC) |
| Post Date / Update | 22 July 2026 |
| Short Information | KEA has released the provisional answer key for the 19 July 2026 Compulsory Kannada Language Test conducted for Civil Police Constable (RPC) and Group A/B recruitment; the objection portal is currently open. |
This Kannada Language Test was conducted by KEA for candidates who had applied for Civil Police Constable posts in the Police Department as well as for various Group 'A' and Group 'B' posts across Karnataka Government departments, corporations and boards. With the test now over, KEA has uploaded the provisional key and opened an online window for candidates to raise objections before the key is finalised.
Important Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post Name/Subject | Compulsory Kannada Language Test — Civil Police Constable (RPC) & Group A/B posts |
| Advertisement/Reference Number | Civil Police Constable (RPC) Notification dated 22.06.2026 |
| Location | Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online (answer key download and objections) |
| Category | Answer Key |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Compulsory Kannada Language Test | 19 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Download Link Activated | 14 July 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 19 July 2026 (link live) |
| Objection Window | Open now (via official objection portal) |
The official KEA recruitment page does not state a specific closing date/time for the objection window on the visible listing; candidates should check the objection portal itself for the exact deadline before it closes.
How to Check the Answer Key
- Visit the KEA Civil Police Constable (RPC) recruitment page on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Open the link titled "Kannada Language Test Key Answer – 19.07.2026".
- Download the PDF and match it against your recorded responses.
- To challenge any answer, use the separate objection login link on the same page and submit objections through the official portal.
Important Links
| Kannada Language Test Answer Key | Click Here |
| Objection Portal | Click Here |
| Civil Police Constable (RPC) Recruitment Page | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. Who conducted the Kannada Language Test answered by this key? The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducted the Compulsory Kannada Language Test on 19 July 2026 for Civil Police Constable (RPC) and various Group A/B post applicants.
Q2. Where can I download the KEA Kannada Language Test Answer Key 2026? On the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, under the Civil Police Constable (RPC) recruitment section.
Q3. Is this answer key final? No, it is a provisional answer key. KEA has opened an objection window for candidates to challenge answers before the final key is issued.
Q4. How do I raise an objection to the answer key? Through the separate objection portal linked on the same KEA recruitment page, by logging in with your KEA application/registration number.
Q5. When was the admit card for this test released? The download link for the Compulsory Kannada Language Test admit card was activated on 14 July 2026.
Q6. Is this test only for Police Constable posts? No. It also applies to candidates who applied for Group 'A' and Group 'B' posts in various Karnataka Government departments, corporations, and boards, in addition to Civil Police Constable.
Q7. What was the original recruitment notification date for Civil Police Constable (RPC)? The Civil Police Constable (RPC) notification was issued by KEA on 22 June 2026.
Q8. Will the result be declared after the objection window closes? KEA typically finalises the answer key after considering objections before proceeding to the next stage; candidates should keep checking the official website for further updates.
