Karnataka Police Constable (Civil) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 3991 Posts | Check Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

Karnataka State Police Department has released two separate notifications for a combined total of 3991 Police Constable (Civil) vacancies across two different cadres — Kalyana Karnataka cadre (596 posts) and Mikkilda (Original) cadre (3395 posts). Both notifications were issued on 05.06.2026 with online applications opening from 08.06.2026. This is one of the biggest Karnataka Police recruitment drives of 2026, and eligible candidates with PUC or equivalent qualification must not miss this golden opportunity!

🏢 Organization Details

Karnataka Police is one of the most respected and secure government employers in the state. A career as a Police Constable offers not just stable income but also great social respect and career advancement opportunities within the department.

📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation

Notification 01 — Kalyana Karnataka Cadre (371(J) Category)

Total Posts: 596

Notification 02 — Mikkilda (Original) Cadre

Total Posts: 3395

Combined Total: 3991 Posts

Reservations are available for SC, ST, OBC (Category 1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B), Ex-Servicemen, Rural candidates, Kannada Medium Students, Third Gender, and Project Displaced Persons. Reserved category candidates have a definite advantage in this recruitment with relaxed age limits and dedicated quota.

🎓 Educational Qualification

Equivalent qualifications accepted:

• Class 12 exam conducted by CBSE or ISC boards
• Class 12 from any other State Board
• HSC equivalent from NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling)
• Two-year ITC/ITI course candidates who have also passed one language paper and one subject paper in SSLC equivalent exam

Important Notes on Qualification:

• Candidates appearing for the qualifying exam when applying are also eligible, but results must be declared before the cutoff date
• All candidates must have studied Kannada as a subject up to Class 10
• 3-year diploma holders from technical institutions (post-2015) must also appear in the Kannada language test conducted by KPSC
• Candidates who appeared for the Kannada language exam (Rajyotsava Kannada exam) at grade 150 in one paper with a minimum of 50 marks qualify

Understanding the eligibility criteria is important before applying — any candidate applying without meeting these qualifications will be disqualified at the document verification stage. Make sure your PUC marks card or equivalent document is ready.

📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks

• Candidates must score a minimum of 30 marks in the written test to qualify for further stages (as per Karnataka Recruitment Rules 2020)
• Negative marking applies: Each wrong answer carries a deduction of 0.25 marks
• Each question has 4 options; candidates must attempt carefully

Achieving marks above the cutoff is essential to get shortlisted for the Physical Standard Test and Endurance Test. Competition is high given the huge number of applicants expected for nearly 4000 posts.

🎂 Age Limit

Direct Recruitment (Male, Female & Third Gender)

Ex-Servicemen (Male & Female)

• Minimum Age: 18 years (as on the last date of application)
• Age is calculated as on the last date of application submission
• One-time age relaxation of 5 years available for candidates who were age-eligible in previous recruitment cycles but could not appear (as per GO dated 29.01.2026)

Age relaxation is a significant benefit for reserved category and ex-servicemen candidates. Ensure your date of birth documents are correct to claim relaxations properly.

💰 Application Fee

• Payment Mode: Online only (fee cannot be paid offline or refunded)
• The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances
• Once paid, no changes are allowed in the application

Pay your fee carefully through the official portal to ensure your application is considered valid. Keep the payment receipt safe until the recruitment process is complete.

⚙️ Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Written Examination (Offline OMR-based)
2. Physical Standard Test (PST) — Height & Chest measurement
3. Endurance Test (Physical) — Running, High Jump / Long Jump, Shot Put
4. Medical Examination
5. Document Verification
6. Final Merit List & Appointment

Candidates who qualify the written exam with a 1:5 ratio are called for Physical Standard Test and Endurance Test. The final shortlisting ratio for medical is 1:2 against the notified vacancies.

This is a multi-stage competitive process. Physical fitness is equally important as written exam performance. Start your physical training at least one month before the exam date.

📚 Examination Syllabus & Pattern

Paper Pattern

Written Exam Schedule

• Compulsory Kannada Language Test for candidates who passed their diploma/ITI from technical institutes before 2015 — held on a later date
• Exam will be conducted at district-level centers across Karnataka
• Admit cards must be downloaded from the official website; no entry without admit card

Prepare from standard Karnataka GK books, current affairs, and basic science for Class 10 level. The latest syllabus and exam pattern 2026 focus heavily on Karnataka-specific topics.

📐 Physical Standard Test (PST)

Height & Chest Requirements

Endurance Test Standards

For Male & Ex-Servicemen:

• 1600 Meter Run — within 6 minutes 30 seconds
• High Jump — minimum 1.20 meters OR Long Jump — minimum 3.80 meters (3 attempts)
• Shot Put (7.26 kg) — minimum 5.60 meters (3 attempts)

For Female, Third Gender & Ex-Servicemen Female:

• 400 Meter Run — within 2 minutes
• High Jump — minimum 0.90 meters OR Long Jump — minimum 2.50 meters (3 attempts)
• Shot Put (4 kg) — minimum 3.75 meters (3 attempts)

Physical fitness is the backbone of this recruitment. Begin training for running and field events well in advance to avoid disqualification at this critical stage.

📅 Important Dates

Don’t wait for the last day! Server rush near the deadline can cause technical issues. Apply early and save your confirmation copy immediately.

📝 How to Apply

1. Visit the official website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ or https://ksp-recruitment.in/
2. Click on the relevant recruitment notification link (01 or 02 based on your cadre eligibility)
3. Register with your basic details and create a login
4. Fill in the complete online application form carefully
5. Upload a recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, 50KB–200KB) and signature (JPEG, 50KB–70KB)
6. Pay the application fee online
7. Download and print the fee challan and keep it until the recruitment process ends
8. Carry one original ID proof (PAN Card / Driving License / Aadhaar Card / Passport / Voter ID / Government Employee ID) to the exam center
9. Candidates can apply for only one post across both notifications — do not apply in multiple categories

Once submitted, no changes are allowed in the application. Read all instructions on the website carefully before filling the form to avoid mistakes.

📜 General Conditions

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Male candidate must not have more than one living wife; female candidate must not have married a person who already has a living wife
• Candidate must be physically and mentally fit for police duties
• Persons permanently debarred from government service are not eligible
• Candidates who have been dismissed from service under disciplinary proceedings are not eligible
• Submitting false documents or impersonation will lead to permanent disqualification and criminal proceedings
• Candidates should note that the recruitment authority reserves the right to cancel or modify any part of this notification
• “Budakattu Jananga” includes specific tribal communities from North/South Karnataka, Kodagu, and Mysore forest regions — these candidates get additional age relaxation of 38 years

These rules are strictly enforced. Any violation — including hiding criminal records or submitting forged certificates — can result in disqualification at any stage and potential legal action.

🔗 Important Links

❓ FAQ Section

⚠️ Disclaimer

The information published here is based on the official Karnataka Police recruitment notifications dated 05.06.2026. CurrentOpenings (https://currentopenings.in/) makes every effort to provide accurate and updated information, but candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official notification and website before applying. We are not responsible for any discrepancy, error, or change made by the recruiting authority after this post is published.

Editorial Team ✔

Updated: June 8, 2026

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