KSP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 859 KSRP, KSISF & IRB Posts

Introduction

KSP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Karnataka State Police (KSP), through the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), has released an official recruitment notification (Notification No. 07/Direct-3(A)/5.6/2026-27 dated 10.07.2026) for filling 859 vacancies in the Kalyana Karnataka (Local Cadre 371-J) Cadre.

The recruitment drive is being conducted for Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP), Police Constable (KSISF), and Special Reserve Police Constable (IRB) posts. Selection will be based on a single written competitive examination followed by Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET), and Medical Examination.

Vacancy Details

A total of 859 vacancies are available under Article 371(J) Kalyana Karnataka Reservation:

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed 2nd PUC / Class 12th from the Karnataka Pre-University Education Board or possess an equivalent qualification.
• Equivalent Qualifications Accepted:
  • CBSE Class 12 / ISCE Class 12.
  • National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) Higher Secondary Course / HSC.
  • 3-Year Polytechnic Diploma (considered equivalent to PUC).
  • 2-Year ITI Course (if passed 1 language course and 1 academic subject through NIOS/PU Board).
  • JOC (Job Oriented Course).
• Note: Candidates awaiting final PUC results on the last date of application are not eligible.

Age Limit & Relaxations (As on 10/08/2026)

Minimum Age limit is 18 Years for all categories. Upper age limits include a one-time 5-year relaxation:

• General Merit (GM): Upper age limit is 33 Years.
• SC / ST / Category-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: Upper age limit is 35 Years.
• Tribal Candidates (Living in Forest Areas of Karnataka): Upper age limit is 38 Years.
• Ex-Servicemen: Service rendered in Armed Forces + 3 Years relaxation.

Application Fee & Payment Mode

• General Merit & Categories 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: ₹750/-
• SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen: ₹500/-
• Additional Post Option Fee: Candidates applying for more than one cadre/post with the same syllabus must pay an additional fee of ₹100/- per extra post.
• Payment Mode: Online through the KEA portal payment gateway.

Selection Process

The selection procedure comprises the following sequential stages:

1. Written Competitive Examination (Offline OMR Based):
   • Subject: General Studies & Mental Ability (100 Questions, 100 Marks).
   • Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 Minutes).
   • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer or unshaded 5th circle.
   • Exam Date: 20th September 2026 (2:30 PM to 4:00 PM).
2. Mandatory Kannada Language Test:
   • Exempted for candidates who studied Kannada as 1st/2nd language in SSLC or higher, or passed previous KPSC/selection board Kannada test. Unexempted candidates must score at least 50 marks out of 150.
3. Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET):
   • Candidates shortlisted in 1:5 ratio category-wise based on written test marks will be called for physical tests.
   • PST (Male & Ex-Servicemen): Height: Min 168 cm, Chest: Min 86 cm (5 cm expansion).
   • PST (Female): Height: Min 158 cm, Weight: Min 45 kg.
   • PET (Male): 1600m Run in 6 mins 30 secs; Long Jump (Min 3.80m) OR High Jump (Min 1.20m); Shot Put 7.26kg (Min 5.60m).
   • PET (Female & Ex-Servicemen): 400m Run in 1 min 30 secs; Long Jump (Min 2.50m) OR High Jump (Min 0.90m); Shot Put 4kg (Min 3.75m).
4. Medical Examination:
   • Shortlisted candidates (1:2 ratio) undergo vision, hearing, chest X-ray, and physical deformity checks before a Medical Board.
5. Document Verification & Final Merit List:
   • Verification of original certificates (PUC, 371-J Kalyana Karnataka, Caste/Category, Rural, Kannada Medium, etc.).

How to Apply

1. Visit the official KEA website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.
2. Click on the link “Police Constable Recruitment – 2026-27 (KSRP/KSISF/IRB)”.
3. Read the notification instructions carefully before filling out the online application.
4. Fill in your Personal Information, Qualification Details, and Kalyana Karnataka 371(J) Local Cadre Status.
5. Select your post preferences and upload your recent Passport Photograph (50KB–200KB) and Signature (50KB–70KB).
6. Pay the required application fee online through Net Banking / UPI / Credit or Debit Card.
7. Submit the application form and download/print the final application receipt and fee payment challan for future reference.

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