KSP Karnataka Police Constable Application 2026: The Karnataka State Police (KSP) Department has issued two official recruitment advertisements for direct recruitment to a total of 2,314 vacant posts of Special Reserve Police Constables (KSRP), Police Constables (KSISF), and Special Reserve Police Constables in the Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB).
The recruitment drive is strategically split into two separate cadres: the Kalyana Karnataka Cadre (Local Cadre) comprising 859 vacancies and the Residual Parent Cadre (Non-Local Cadre) comprising 1,455 vacancies. The written examination for these positions will be professionally conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA). Eligible male and female candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal.
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Job Attribute | Details |
| Organization Name | Karnataka State Police (KSP) Department & Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) |
| Notification Number | Kalyana Karnataka Cadre: 07/Nemakathi-3(B)/KK/2026-27 Residual Parent Cadre: 03/Nemakathi-3(B)/RPC/2026-27 |
| Post Names | Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP / IRB) & Police Constable (KSISF) |
| Total Vacancies | 2,314 Posts (Kalyana Karnataka: 859 | Residual Parent Cadre: 1,455) |
| Short Education | 2nd PUC Passed (12th Class) or equivalent qualification |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
Important Dates for KSP Karnataka Police Constable Recruitment
- Official Notification Date: 10 July 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 13 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 10 August 2026
- Last Date to Pay Application Fee: 11 August 2026
- Date of Written Examination (CBT/OMR): 20 September 2026
- Residual Parent Cadre Shift: Morning Session (10:30 AM to 12:00 PM)
- Kalyana Karnataka Cadre Shift: Afternoon Session (02:30 PM to 04:00 PM)
- Compulsory Kannada Language Test Date: To be announced later
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Application Fee Details
- General Merit (GM), 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B Categories: ₹750/-.
- SC, ST, Category-1, and Ex-Servicemen Categories: ₹500/-.
- Payment Mode: Online mode only.
- Single Form Fee Concession: Candidates are provided with an integrated option to apply for multiple posts using a single application. The standard base fee covers the first post selection, and an extra ₹100/- is charged as an application fee for each additional post scale/cadre selected. Remitted fees are strictly non-refundable.
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Age Limit and Relaxations
The Age will be calculated as of 10 August 2026
- Minimum Age Limit: Candidates must have completed a minimum of 18 Years.
- One-time Age Relaxation: The maximum upper age parameters have been officially extended by 5 Years for a one-time measure as per government directives.
Maximum Age Caps After Relaxation:
- General Merit (GM) Applicants: Maximum 33 Years.
- SC, ST, Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B Applicants: Maximum 35 Years.
- Tribal Applicants (Living in Forest Areas of Karnataka): Maximum 38 Years.
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- Ex-Servicemen: Allowed a deduction of their actual military service duration from their current age, plus an additional 3 years of concession.
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Vacancy Breakup
The total 2,314 vacancies are systematically split across the local reservation cadre and non-local parental setups:
1. Kalyana Karnataka Cadre (Local Reservation Under 371-J)
| S.No | Post Specification / Specialization | Male Vacancies | Female Vacancies | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Police Constable (KSISF) | 274 | 90 | 364 Posts |
| 2 | Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) | 284 | 50 | 334 Posts |
| 3 | Special Reserve Police Constable (IRB – Indian Reserve Battalion) | 161 | — | 161 Posts |
| TOTAL LOCAL CADRE VACANCIES | 719 | 140 | 859 Posts |
2. Residual Parent Cadre (Non-Local)
| S.No | Post Specification / Specialization | Male Vacancies | Female Vacancies | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) | 1382 | 73 | 1,455 Posts |
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Educational Qualification & Language Criteria
Academic Requirement:
- Must have passed 2nd PUC (Pre-University Course / 12th Pass) or possess an equivalent qualification from a recognized board or university on or before the application deadline.
- Recognized Equivalents include: Class 12 from CBSE or ISC boards, Class 12 from other state boards, Higher Secondary Course (HSC) from NIOS, 3-Year Diploma courses from the Department of Technical Education, and JOC or 2-Year ITI courses under specific conditions.
- Note: Candidates appearing for their final exams or awaiting results are not eligible. Engineering degree holders (B.E./B.Tech) who do not possess the basic Diploma or ITI/PUC credentials are also not eligible.
Compulsory Kannada Language Test:
- Candidates who studied Kannada as a first or second language in SSLC or higher exams, or studied in the Kannada medium, are exempted from the language test.
- Other candidates must pass a descriptive Compulsory Kannada Language Test carrying a maximum of 150 marks. Scoring a minimum of 50 marks is mandatory to pass. Marks obtained in this paper will not influence final merit list selection positions.
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Pay Scale, Probation & Training Structure
- IDA Pay Scale Matrix: ₹37,500 – 900 – 39,300 – 1000 – 43,300 – 1125 – 47,800 – 1250 – 52,800 – 1375 – 58,300 – 1500 – 64,300 – 1650 – 74,200 – 1900 – 76,100.
- Mandatory Foundation Training: Selected candidates must complete a 9-month basic foundation training course at police training institutions and pass the prescribed practical examinations. Failing the exams twice will result in immediate termination of service.
- Probation Period: Direct recruits will remain on probation for Two Years and Six Months (inclusive of the 9-month basic training duration).
- Surety Bonds: Selected candidates must execute a standard Surety Bond of ₹3,00,000/- to serve the corporation for a minimum period of 4 years (exclusive of extraordinary leaves). If specialized training is imparted, a 6-year service bond covering the actual training cost must be signed.
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Selection Process Details
The systematic selection process features the following consecutive execution rounds:
- Computer-Based Test / Written Exam: Managed at selected regional district headquarters.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET): Candidates are shortlisted for physical tests in a 1:5 ratio based on written exam merit.
- Document Verification & Medical Examination: Shortlisted applicants in a 1:2 ratio following physical tests undergo medical examination by the medical board.
Note: Achieving zero or negative marks in the written exam will result in immediate disqualification. All physical standard measurements and endurance events are digitally recorded via CC TV or videography to ensure transparency.
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Physical Standard Test (PST) Requirements
| Category of Candidates | Minimum Height Parameters | Chest / Weight Parameters |
| Male Candidates & Ex-Servicemen | 168 cm | Chest: 86 cm (fully expanded) with a minimum expansion of 5 cm |
| Female Candidates | 158 cm | Weight: Minimum 45 kg |
| Tribal Male Candidates (Karnataka Forest Areas) | 155 cm | Chest: 75 cm minimum with an expansion of 5 cm |
| Tribal Female Candidates (Karnataka Forest Areas) | 150 cm | Weight: Minimum 45 kg |
Note: Specific tribal designations cover Siddis, Jenu Kuruba, Kadu Kuruba, Yerava, Soliga, Kudiya, Goudlu, Hasalaru, Malaikudiya, and Koraga communities living in designated forest zones.
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Physical Endurance Test (PET) Requirements (Qualifying Only)
Candidates qualifying the physical standard measurements must pass all the following events in the exact sequence outlined below:
1. For Male Candidates:
- 1600 Meters Race: Must complete within 6 Minutes 30 Seconds (Single attempt allowed).
- Long Jump OR High Jump: Long Jump minimum 3.80 Meters OR High Jump minimum 1.20 Meters (Maximum 3 attempts allowed).
- Shot Put (7.26 kg): Must throw a minimum distance of 5.60 Meters (Maximum 3 attempts allowed).
2. For Female & Ex-Servicemen Candidates:
- 400 Meters Race: Must complete within 1 Minute 30 Seconds (Single attempt allowed).
- Long Jump OR High Jump: Long Jump minimum 2.50 Meters OR High Jump minimum 0.90 Meters (Maximum 3 attempts allowed).
- Shot Put (4 kg): Must throw a minimum distance of 3.75 Meters (Maximum 3 attempts allowed).
KSP Karnataka Police Constable Exam Pattern and Written Test Syllabus
The competitive written examination will be held on 20 September 2026 using objective multiple-choice question (MCQ) sheets.
- Total Questions: 100 MCQs.
- Maximum Marks: 100 Marks.
- Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 Minutes).
- Negative Marking: Penalty applies; 1/4th mark (0.25) will be deducted for every incorrect response.
- OMR Shading Rule: OMR sheets feature a 5th option circle for unattempted questions. Candidates get an extra 5 minutes after the final bell to shade this 5th option for blank entries. If a question is left blank without shading any circle, 0.25 marks will be deducted as a penalty.
- Core Syllabus Outlines: General Studies, Mental Ability, and Arithmetic reasoning attributes evaluated at the SSLC/10th grade standard.
How to Apply Online for KSP Karnataka Police Constable 2026
- Candidates can apply for only one specific battalion group/unit pool. Multiple submissions will result in immediate cancellation.
- Visit the official website of the authority at https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.
- Fill out the user registration parameters to open your account profile.
- Enter your identity traits, academic PU marks, reservation categories, and select your preferred battalion group carefully. Data entries cannot be edited after final submission.
- Upload your recent scanned passport-size color photograph (50 KB to 200 KB in JPEG format) and signature file (50 KB to 70 KB in JPEG format) using a black ink pen.
- Pay the non-refundable fee (₹750/- for GM/OBC or ₹500/- for SC/ST/Cat-1/Ex-SM) online via the integrated banking gateway.
- Submit the complete details online and download a printed copy of your registration summary page and payment challan receipt for your records.
Important Links
| Links Details | Link Action |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Kalyana KK Cadre) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Residual Parent Cadre) | Click Here |
| Official KSP Website | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
| Telegram Channel | Join Now |
| Arattai Channel | Join Now |
| Home Page | Click Here |
Source: Information is taken from the official notification released by the Karnataka State Police Department (Directorate General of Police, Recruitment).
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