Karnataka KSIDC Recruitment 2025: Career Vacancy for Various Jobs

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has announced a recruitment drive for various posts within the Kalyan Karnataka cadre of the Karnataka Small Industries Development Corporation (KSIDC). This initiative seeks to fill vacant positions through a competitive examination process. Eligible candidates are invited to apply online to secure a career opportunity in these esteemed roles.

Important Points

• Organization: Karnataka Small Industries Development Corporation (KSIDC)

• Recruiting Authority: Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA)

• Cadre: Kalyan Karnataka

• Total Vacancies: 11

• Mode of Application: Online

• Examination Type: Offline OMR based Competitive Examination

• Pension: Non-pensionable posts

Available Positions and Salary Scale

The KSIDC is inviting applications for the following positions with the respective 2018 revised salary scales:

Educational Qualifications for KSIDC Jobs

The minimum educational qualifications required for these career opportunities are as follows:

• Manager (Group-A): Must Possess Master Degree in Arts / Science / Commerce from a University established by Law in India.

• Assistant Manager (Group-B): Must Possess any Degree from a University established by Law in India.

• Senior Assistant (Group-C): Must Possess any Degree from a University established by Law in India.

• Junior Assistant (Group-C): Must have passed Pre-University Course Examination with basic Computer Knowledge.

• Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Group-B): Must be a holder of a BE degree in Civil Engineering.

Candidates are advised that submitting applications with other qualifications may lead to disqualification.

Age Limit for KSIDC Vacancy

Candidates must meet the specified age criteria. The minimum age for all applicants is 18 years. The maximum age limits are as follows:

• General Merit Candidates: 38 years

• 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B Category Candidates: 41 years

• SC, ST, Category-1 Candidates: 43 years

A one-time age relaxation of 3 years is applicable as per government orders. Additional age relaxations are provided for specific categories:

• Government Employees: Service period or 10 years, whichever is less.

• Ex-Servicemen: Service period plus 3 years.

• National Cadet Corps (NCC) Full-time Supervisors: Equal to their service period.

• Rural Industrialization Project (Gram Samooha Parishilakar): Equal to their service period.

• Persons with Disability: 10 years.

• Government of India Census Employees: Service period or 5 years, whichever is less.

• Widows: 10 years.

• Bonded Laborers: 10 years.

Application Process and Important Dates for KEA Recruitment 2025

Applications for these career opportunities must be submitted online through the KEA website.

• Online Application Start Date: November 1, 2025

• Online Application End Date: November 14, 2025

• Last Date for Fee Payment: November 15, 2025 (until 4:00 PM)

Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the notification and instructions before applying, as no changes or corrections will be allowed once the application is submitted. Applying for multiple posts within the same application is permissible.

Application Fee for KSIDC Recruitment 2025

The application fee must be paid online and is non-refundable.

• General Merit & Other Categories: Rs. 750/-

• SC, ST, Category-1, Ex-servicemen, Transgender: Rs. 500/-

• Persons with Disability: Rs. 250/-

For candidates applying for additional posts with the same syllabus, an extra fee of Rs. 100/- per additional post is applicable.

Examination Pattern for KEA Career

The competitive examination will be an Offline OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) type.

Mandatory Kannada Language Test

• Candidates who have studied Kannada as the first or second language at SSLC level, or have passed a Kannada Language Test conducted by KPSC/KEA, are exempt.

• For others, a multiple-choice Kannada language paper of 150 marks will be conducted. A minimum of 50 marks is required to qualify. Marks from this test will not be considered for ranking.

Competitive Examination Syllabus (Group A & B Posts: Manager, Assistant Manager, Assistant Engineer)

• Paper-1 (General Paper): 300 Marks, 2 Hours

  • Topics include Current Affairs, General Science, Karnataka History & Geography, Indian History & Geography, Social Science, General Mental Ability, Indian Constitution, Public Administration & Rural Development, Science & Technology, Indian Economy, International Relations, Environmental Science, Logical Thinking, and Practical Knowledge from the Qualifying Examination.

• Paper-2 (Specific Paper): 300 Marks, 2 Hours

Competitive Examination Syllabus (Group C Posts: Senior Assistant, Junior Assistant)

• Paper-1 (General Paper): 100 Marks, 2 Hours

  • Senior Assistant Topics: Current Events, General Science, Geography, Social Science, Indian Society & Development, Indian & Karnataka History, Indian Constitution & Public Administration, Practical & Mental Ability (SSLC level), Karnataka Social & Cultural History, Land Reforms & Social Changes in Karnataka Post-Independence, Karnataka Economy, Rural Development & Panchayat Raj, Science & Technology in Karnataka, Environmental Issues in Karnataka, Mental Ability.

  • Junior Assistant Topics: Current Events, Daily Perception, Overview of Indian Constitution, Indian History (Karnataka focus), Indian Geography (Karnataka focus), State & Regional Administration, Rural Development & Panchayat Raj initiatives, Karnataka Economy, Environmental Issues in Karnataka.

• Paper-2 (General Kannada, General English, Computer Knowledge): 100 Marks, 2 Hours

Minimum Qualifying Marks: Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% of the total marks in the competitive examination to be eligible.

Negative Marking: For every incorrect answer, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted. If no option is selected for a question, 1/4th of the marks will also be deducted.

Eligibility Conditions for KSIDC Vacancy

• Candidates must be citizens of India.

• Polygamy is not allowed unless prior government sanction is obtained.

• Candidates must be mentally and physically sound and free from any physical disability that could hinder efficient duty performance.

• Candidates who have been debarred by any Public Service Commission, University, or other recruiting authority, or who have been temporarily debarred, will not be eligible until deemed fit by the recruiting authority.

Reservations in KEA Jobs

Reservations are provided for various categories as per government rules. Candidates must possess valid certificates by the last date of application. Categories include:

• Scheduled Caste (SC)

• Scheduled Tribe (ST)

• Category-1 (Cat-1)

• Category-2A (2A)

• Category-2B (2B)

• Category-3A (3A)

• Category-3B (3B)

• Ex-Service Men (XMP)

• Rural Candidate (Rural)

• Kannada Medium Candidate (KMS)

• Person with Disability (PwD)

• Transgender (TG)

• Project Displaced Person (PDP)

• Women Candidate (Wom)

• Hyderabad-Karnataka (Article 371(J))

Contact Information for KSIDC Recruitment 2025

For any further information or queries regarding these career opportunities, candidates can contact the information center during working hours.

• Phone Number: 080-23460460

• Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for KSIDC Recruitment 2025

• What is the organization conducting this recruitment? The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is conducting this recruitment for Karnataka Small Industries Development Corporation (KSIDC).

• What are the total number of vacancies available? There are a total of 11 vacancies across various posts.

• What is the minimum age to apply for these jobs? The minimum age to apply is 18 years.

• Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories? Yes, age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per government rules.

• What is the application fee for General Merit candidates? The application fee for General Merit candidates is Rs. 750/-.

• Is the application fee refundable? No, the application fee is non-refundable.

• How can I apply for these KSIDC career opportunities? Applications must be submitted online through the KEA website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.

• What is the last date to apply online? The last date to apply online is November 14, 2025.

• Is there a mandatory Kannada language test? Yes, there is a mandatory Kannada language test unless exempted.

• Will marks from the Kannada language test be considered for ranking? No, marks from the Kannada language test will not be considered for ranking; it is a qualifying test.

• Is there negative marking in the competitive examination? Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4th for each wrong answer.

• What is the minimum qualifying percentage in the competitive exam? Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% of the total marks in the competitive examination.

• Can I apply for multiple posts? Yes, you can apply for multiple posts within the same application, with an additional fee for each.

• Are these posts pensionable? No, these are non-pensionable posts.

• Where can I find the detailed syllabus for the exam? The detailed syllabus will be published on the KEA website.

• What documents are required for the application? Essential documents include Aadhar card, mark sheets/degree certificates, birth date proof, ex-servicemen certificates (if applicable), and caste/category/reservation certificates.

• Is there reservation for transgender candidates? Yes, there is a 1% reservation for transgender candidates.

• What is the helpline number for KEA recruitment? The helpline number is 080-23460460.

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