KEA Karnataka State Police, (KSRP), Police Constable Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview :
The Karnataka State Police Department (KSP) has officially announced the KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 to recruit eligible candidates for 2,314 Police Constable vacancies across different police units in Karnataka.
This is one of the largest Karnataka Police Recruitment 2026 drives, offering opportunities for candidates seeking a stable and prestigious career in the state police department.
The recruitment includes vacancies for Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP), Police Constable (Karnataka State Industrial Security Force – KSISF), and Special Reserve Police Constable (Indian Reserve Battalion – IRB).
The Karnataka State Police Department has released two separate recruitment notifications, both dated 10 July 2026, for State Cadre KSRP posts and Kalyana Karnataka Local Cadre posts under Article 371(J) of the Constitution of India.

A total of 2,314 vacancies have been notified, including 1,455 State Cadre KSRP vacancies and 859 Kalyana Karnataka Local Cadre vacancies across KSRP, KSISF, and IRB units.
Candidates who have successfully completed 2nd PUC (Class 12), Higher Secondary, or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Karnataka Government are eligible to submit their online applications.
The online registration process will commence from 13 July 2026 and remain open until 10 August 2026, while the last date for payment of the application fee is 11 August 2026.
Interested candidates must complete the entire application process through the official Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) recruitment portal, as applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
The recruitment process has been designed to select physically fit, medically sound, and academically qualified candidates through multiple stages including the Written Examination, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET), Medical Examination, and Final Merit List.

Selected candidates will receive an attractive pay scale ranging from ₹37,500 to ₹76,100 per month, along with admissible allowances, annual increments, pension benefits, and other facilities as per Karnataka Government service rules.
Candidates aspiring to join the Karnataka State Police, KSRP, KSISF, or IRB should carefully read the complete notification before submitting their application to ensure they satisfy all eligibility conditions and recruitment requirements.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification Details :
The official KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released by the Director General and Inspector General of Police (Recruitment), Karnataka State Police Department.
Recruitment has been notified through Notification Numbers 03/Nemakathi-3(B)/RPP/2026-27 and 07/Nemakathi-3(B)/KK/2026-27, both issued on 10 July 2026.
The notification contains complete recruitment information including vacancy distribution, reservation policy, eligibility conditions, educational qualifications, age criteria, physical standards, examination pattern, syllabus, medical standards, document verification process, and online application procedure.

Separate notifications have been issued for State Cadre Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) recruitment and Kalyana Karnataka Local Cadre recruitment for KSRP, KSISF, and IRB posts.
Candidates should carefully download and read the complete notification before filling out the online application form to avoid mistakes that could result in rejection during document verification.
All recruitment-related announcements, corrigenda, admit card notifications, answer keys, examination schedules, PET/PST schedules, merit lists, and final selection results will be published only on the official KEA recruitment website.
Applicants are advised to regularly monitor the official portal throughout the recruitment process for the latest updates and important notices.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details :
State Cadre – Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) Vacancies :
The Karnataka State Police Department has announced 1,455 vacancies for the State-wide Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) post.
Out of these vacancies, 1,382 posts are reserved for Male candidates, while 73 posts are available for Female candidates.
These vacancies are open to eligible candidates across Karnataka who satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions.
Recruitment for these posts will be conducted through the standard Karnataka State Police recruitment process.

Kalyana Karnataka Local Cadre Vacancies :
Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) :
Total Vacancies – 334 Posts.
Male Candidates – 284 Posts.
Female Candidates – 50 Posts.
Police Constable (KSISF).
Total Vacancies – 364 Posts.
Male Candidates – 274 Posts.
Female Candidates – 90 Posts.
Special Reserve Police Constable (IRB).
Total Vacancies – 161 Posts.
Male Candidates – 161 Posts.
Female vacancies have not been specified in the official notification.
Overall Vacancy Summary :
Total Vacancies: 2,314 Posts.
Male Vacancies: 2,101 Posts.
Female Vacancies: 213 Posts.
The recruitment authority reserves the right to increase, decrease, modify, or cancel vacancies depending upon administrative requirements and Government decisions.
Reservation benefits will be applicable according to Karnataka Government recruitment rules wherever eligible.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria :
Applicants must be citizens of India.
Candidates applying for Kalyana Karnataka Local Cadre vacancies must possess a valid Local Candidature Certificate issued under the provisions of Article 371(J).
Candidates should satisfy all educational, age, physical, and medical eligibility conditions prescribed in the recruitment notification.
Applicants should be mentally alert, physically fit, and medically capable of performing police duties under all service conditions.
Candidates suffering from serious medical conditions or physical defects that interfere with police service may be declared medically unfit.
A woman candidate having more than one living spouse, or a male candidate married to a woman whose husband is still living, shall not be eligible unless exempted by the competent Government authority.
All eligibility claims made in the online application will be verified during document verification, and submission of false or misleading information will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
Candidates should carefully verify their eligibility before submitting the online application.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification :
Candidates must have successfully passed 2nd PUC (Class 12) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized Board or institution.
The Karnataka Government recognizes the following qualifications as equivalent to 2nd PUC:
Class 12 Examination conducted by CBSE.
Class 12 Examination conducted by ICSE.
Higher Secondary examinations conducted by other recognized State Education Boards.
National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) Higher Secondary qualification.
One-year ITI or Vocational qualification after SSLC combined with one PUC subject through NIOS as prescribed by Government norms.
Three-year Diploma after SSLC from recognized Technical Education Institutions.
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification on or before 10 August 2026.
Educational qualifications obtained after the closing date will not be considered for recruitment.
Candidates should also satisfy the prescribed Kannada language qualification unless exempted under the notification provisions.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Age Limit :
The minimum age required to apply is 18 years.
The maximum age for General Merit (Unreserved) candidates is 33 years.
The maximum age for SC, ST, Category-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B candidates is 35 years.
Candidates belonging to notified forest-dwelling and nomadic tribal communities are eligible up to 38 years.
Ex-servicemen are eligible for additional age relaxation equal to their period of military service plus three years as per Karnataka Government rules.
Age will be calculated as on 10 August 2026, the last date for submission of the online application.
The age limits already include the additional five-year relaxation granted through the Karnataka Government Order dated 29 January 2026.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Salary Details :
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹37,500 to ₹76,100 per month according to Karnataka Government pay rules.
Employees will receive annual increments as prescribed under the Karnataka Civil Services pay structure.
Selected candidates will also be eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Facilities, Leave Benefits, Travel Allowance, Uniform Allowance, and other admissible benefits.
National Pension System (NPS) benefits will be applicable according to Government Order No. FD (SPL) 04 PET 2005.
Additional promotional opportunities and departmental career advancement will be available as per Karnataka Police Service Rules.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Application Fee :
General Merit and Category 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B Candidates: ₹750.
SC, ST, Category-1 and Ex-servicemen: ₹500.
Candidates applying for multiple Kalyana Karnataka posts through the combined application must pay an additional ₹100 for every additional post selected after the first preference.
The application fee must be paid online only using the prescribed payment gateway.
Applications without successful fee payment will be treated as incomplete.
The application fee once paid is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.
Candidates should retain the online payment receipt safely until completion of the recruitment process.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Selection Process :
Selection will be conducted through a comprehensive multi-stage recruitment process to identify physically fit and academically qualified candidates.
The recruitment stages include :
Written Examination.
Physical Standard Test (PST).
Physical Endurance Test (PET).
Medical Examination.
Final Merit List.
The written examination will consist of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks.
The examination will be conducted in OMR-based offline mode with a duration of 90 minutes.
Questions will cover General Studies and Mental Ability.
Negative marking of 0.25 marks will be applicable for every incorrect answer.
Candidates approximately five times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for PST based on written examination performance.
Only candidates qualifying every stage will be included in the final merit list prepared by the Karnataka State Police Department.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Physical Standard Test (PST) :
Male candidates must possess a minimum height of 168 cm.
Female candidates must possess a minimum height of 158 cm.
Male candidates should have an unexpanded chest measurement of 86 cm with at least 5 cm chest expansion.
Female candidates should possess a minimum body weight of 45 kilograms.
Relaxed physical standards are applicable to eligible candidates belonging to notified forest-dwelling and nomadic tribal communities.
Physical measurements will be verified by authorized recruitment officials using standardized procedures.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Physical Endurance Test (PET) :
Male candidates must complete the 1600-meter run within 6 minutes and 30 seconds.
Female and Ex-servicemen candidates must complete the 400-meter run within 1 minute and 30 seconds.
Candidates must also qualify in Long Jump and Shot Put events according to the prescribed standards.
PET is qualifying in nature, and no additional marks will be awarded for performance.
Failure to qualify in any PET event will result in disqualification from further stages of recruitment.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Medical Examination :
Candidates qualifying PST and PET will undergo a detailed medical examination conducted by the Medical Board.
Vision, hearing ability, chest X-ray, musculoskeletal fitness, and overall physical health will be assessed.
Candidates with knock knees, flat foot, bow legs, Cubitus Valgus, Cubitus Varus, varicose veins, hearing impairment, speech defects, or other prescribed medical conditions may be declared medically unfit.
Final medical fitness certification will be issued only by the authorized Medical Board of the Karnataka State Police Department.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Required Documents :
Aadhaar Card.
SSLC Marksheet and Passing Certificate.
2nd PUC or Equivalent Qualification Certificate.
Proof of Date of Birth.
Caste Certificate (if applicable).
Article 371(J) Local Candidature Certificate (if applicable).
Ex-servicemen Certificate (if applicable).
Rural Candidate Certificate (if applicable).
Kannada Medium Study Certificate (if applicable).
Income Certificate (where applicable).
Recent Passport-size Photograph.
Candidate's Signature.
Valid Mobile Number and Email Address.
All uploaded documents should be clear, genuine, self-attested where required, and in the prescribed digital format.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 How to Apply Online :
Visit the official Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) recruitment portal.
Click on the KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Online Application link.
Complete the online registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
Carefully fill in all personal, educational, reservation, communication, and eligibility details.
Upload the scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed file size and format.
Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway.
Review every detail carefully before final submission because corrections will not be permitted later.
Submit the online application on or before 10 August 2026.
Complete the online fee payment on or before 11 August 2026.
Download and print the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions :
Applications will be accepted only through the official KEA online recruitment portal.
Offline applications, manual submissions, or postal applications will not be accepted.
Candidates should submit only one application for each eligible recruitment category to avoid disqualification.
No correction facility will be available after final submission of the online application.
Candidates must appear for the written examination, PST, PET, and Medical Examination according to the schedule notified by the recruitment authority.
Candidates must carry original photo identity proof during every stage of recruitment.
Submission of forged certificates, impersonation, or false information will result in immediate cancellation of candidature and legal action.
Applicants should regularly visit the official KEA recruitment website for updates regarding admit cards, examination schedules, answer keys, results, and further recruitment announcements.
Keep all original educational, identity, reservation, and eligibility documents safely for verification throughout the recruitment process.

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Important Dates :
Notification Release Date: 10 July 2026.
Online Application Start Date: 13 July 2026.
Last Date to Submit Online Application: 10 August 2026.
Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 11 August 2026.
Written Examination (State Cadre KSRP): 20 September 2026 (10:30 AM to 12:00 PM).
Written Examination (Kalyana Karnataka Cadre): 20 September 2026 (2:30 PM to 4:00 PM).
Compulsory Kannada Language Examination: Date will be announced separately by the Karnataka Examination Authority.
Candidates are strongly advised to complete the online application and fee payment well before the deadline to avoid server congestion, payment failures, or last-minute technical issues that may prevent successful submission.