Complete guide covering eligibility, salary, syllabus, selection process and preparation strategy.
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18 - 35 Years
Written Exam
₹25,000 - ₹45,000+
Village Administrative Officers are responsible for maintaining village records, revenue administration, government scheme implementation, land-related services and assisting rural citizens. VAOs play a vital role in village-level governance and public administration.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 35 Years |
| OBC | 38 Years |
| SC/ST | 40 Years |
₹25,000+
DA, HRA, TA
Senior Revenue Posts
The Village Administrative Officer recruitment process is generally based on a written examination followed by document verification.
Candidates appear for an objective-type written examination.
Educational qualification, caste certificate and identity documents are verified.
Candidates are selected according to merit and reservation rules.
The examination evaluates General Knowledge, Karnataka Awareness, Rural Administration and Current Affairs.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 100 |
| Karnataka GK | 50 |
| Rural Development & Panchayat Raj | 50 |
Government schemes, economy and important events.
Major global developments and organizations.
State government programmes and developments.
M. Laxmikanth
Spectrum Modern India
Lucent General Knowledge
Karnataka Special GK Books
| Category | Expected Range |
|---|---|
| General Merit | Varies by Notification |
| OBC | Varies by Notification |
| SC / ST | Varies by Notification |
Master Karnataka General Knowledge, History and Geography.
Focus on Panchayat Raj, Rural Development and Government Schemes.
Practice Mock Tests, Previous Year Papers and Current Affairs.
PUC / Degree from a recognized institution, as specified in the notification.
Maintaining village records, assisting revenue administration and implementing government schemes.
Yes. Panchayat Raj and Rural Development are important syllabus areas.
Yes. VAO is a government administrative post at the village level.