KSP Civil Police Constable 2026 — Karnataka State Police (3,991 Posts)

The Karnataka State Police (KSP) has released two notifications for a combined 3,991 Civil Police Constable posts — 596 under the Kalyana Karnataka cadre (Article 371-J) and 3,395 under the Mikkili (Okkalida) cadre across various districts. The written examination will be conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Selected candidates undergo 9 months of basic foundation police training, followed by a 2.5-year probation period. Must be proficient in Kannada.

PUC (12th / Pre-University Course) or equivalent from any recognized board (CBSE/ICSE/NIOS accepted)

18–33 years (with relaxation per Karnataka rules for reserved categories)

• PUC (12th / Class 12) or equivalent from any recognized board.
• Age 18–33 years (with relaxation per Karnataka rules).
• Must meet physical standards — Males: minimum 168 cm height, 86 cm chest with 5 cm expansion; Females: as per notification.
• Must be proficient in Kannada (Kannada Language Test is part of selection).
• Indian citizens only.

₹750 (General/Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B); ₹500 (SC/ST/Cat-1/Ex-Servicemen/Third Gender)

₹37,500 – ₹76,100/month + Karnataka Govt allowances

1. Go to recruitment.ksp.gov.in or cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
2. Select the appropriate cadre (Kalyana Karnataka or Mikkili) and register online.
3. Fill the form, upload photo, signature, and documents.
4. Pay ₹750 (or ₹500 for reserved) online and submit before 03 July 2026 (fee by 04 July).