⚠️ Early notice: Applications are expected to open on 08-06-2026. This page will be updated automatically once full details are released.
Karnataka State Police has released notifications for direct recruitment of 3,991 Police Constable (Civil) posts across two cadres (596 for Kalyana Karnataka under Article 371(J) and 3,395 for Mikkili/Okkalida). Eligible candidates with PUC or equivalent (and required Kannada proficiency) aged 18–33 years (with relaxations) can apply online at the KEA portal from 08-06-2026 to 03-07-2026. Pay scale is Rs. 37,500–76,100 per month. Selection includes a written OMR test (02-08-2026), PST & ET, medical exam, training and probation as per notification.
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Vacancy Details
- Police Constable (Civil) – Kalyana Karnataka / Article 371(J) Area: 596 vacancies
Qualification: PUC (Pre-University Certificate) or equivalent- Direct Male: 398
- Direct Female: 133
- Ex-Servicemen Male: 46
- Ex-Servicemen Female: 14
- Third Gender: 5
- Police Constable (Civil) – Mikkili (Okkalida) Cadre: 3395 vacancies
Qualification: PUC (Pre-University Certificate) or equivalent- Direct Male: 2266
- Direct Female: 755
- Ex-Servicemen Male: 257
- Ex-Servicemen Female: 82
- Third Gender: 35
Qualification Requirements
Candidates must possess PUC (Pre-University Certificate) or an equivalent Class 12 qualification as on the last date of application. Equivalents accepted include CBSE/ICSE Class 12, other state boards, NIOS HSC, certain NIOS two-year BTEC/academic combinations, specified GTC vocational and 3-year diploma cases as per government orders. Candidates who have not passed Kannada at PUC/equivalent level must pass a mandatory Kannada language test (minimum 50/150) unless exempted by prior Karnataka Rajyotsava Kannada qualification. Only Indian citizens are eligible; ex-servicemen must meet service completion and conduct requirements.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Application Fees
- General Merit and Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B: ₹750
- SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender: ₹500
Selection Process
- 1: Objective test of 100 questions for 100 marks, duration 90 minutes. Candidates must download admit card from the authority website and carry original ID. Minimum qualifying score is 30 marks; negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer.
- 2: Candidates shortlisted from the written exam at a ratio of 1:5 per vacancy will undergo PST and ET. PST and ET are qualifying in nature and must be passed to move to medical examination.
- 3: Candidates who qualify PST and ET will be medically examined; only medically fit candidates are eligible for final appointment. Specific vision, hearing, musculoskeletal and other disqualifying standards are listed in the notification.
- 4: Final shortlisting is at a ratio of 1:2 per vacancy based on written exam marks, after qualifying PST, ET and medical examination. Appointments are made based on merit and applicable government orders.
How to Apply
- Read the full notifications and instructions available in the official notification PDFs before applying.
- Apply online only through the KEA portal: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ between 08-06-2026 and 03-07-2026.
- Upload required documents: recent passport-size photo (JPEG 50–200 KB) and signature (JPEG 50–70 KB). Provide valid mobile number and email.
- Pay the application fee online (Rs.750 for general categories; Rs.500 for SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen/Third Gender) before the fee payment last date (04-07-2026).
- Submit the application, take a printout of the application and retain the fee challan. Candidates applying for both cadres must submit separate applications for each cadre.
- Produce original documents (Aadhaar, marksheets, DOB proof, caste/reservation certificates, discharge/pension documents for ex-servicemen, NOC if in service) during PST/ET/document verification.
Important Links
- Karnataka Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF – Kalyana Karnataka (596 Posts)
- Karnataka Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF – Mikkili/Okkalida Cadre (3395 Posts)
- Apply Online at KEA (Application Portal)
- Official Website – KSP Recruitment
- Official Website – KEA Recruitment Portal
Important Dates
- Date of Notification:
- Online Application Start Date:
- Last Date for Online Application:
- Last Date for Fee Payment:
- Written Examination Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must possess PUC (Pre-University Certificate) or an equivalent Class 12 qualification as on the last date of application. Certain equivalents like CBSE/ICSE Class 12, state board Class 12, NIOS HSC and specified vocational/diploma cases are accepted as per the notification.
How do I apply for the Karnataka Police Constable 2026 recruitment?
Applications must be submitted online only through the KEA portal at https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ between 08-06-2026 and 03-07-2026. Upload the required photo and signature, pay the fee online, submit the application and retain a printout of the submitted form and fee challan.
What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is 03-07-2026. Fee payment last date is 04-07-2026.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection involves a written Offline-OMR examination, followed by Physical Standard Test (PST) and Endurance Test (ET), then a medical examination, and final shortlisting at a ratio of 1:2 per vacancy based on written exam marks. PST and ET are qualifying in nature and candidates must pass each stage to proceed.
What is the pay scale for the Police Constable (Civil) posts?
The pay scale for the Police Constable (Civil) posts is Rs. 37,500–76,100 per month as stated in the notification.
