KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026: vacancies & Application Process

The Karnataka State Police Department has released the official notification for KSP Armed Police Recruitment to fill 1600 Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR) vacancies across Karnataka. Online applications are being accepted from 22nd June 2026 to 24th July 2026 through the Karnataka Examination Authority portal. Applicants who have passed PUC/12th Standard or equivalent qualification can apply for these posts. The recruitment includes 179 vacancies under the Kalyana Karnataka region and 1,421 vacancies under the Residual Cadre. The written examination is scheduled for 6th September 2026. The selection process includes a written examination, physical standard test, physical endurance test, medical examination and document verification. Selected applicants will receive a pay scale of ₹37,500 to ₹76,100 per month under Karnataka State Police.

KSP Armed Police Recruitment 2026 Overview

Karnataka Police Constable Notification 2026

The Karnataka State Police has issued Notification No. 04/Recruitment-5(A)/2026-27 for 1600 armed police constable vacancies. The notification contains vacancy details, eligibility conditions, exam pattern, physical standards and application instructions. The recruitment has been announced for two separate cadres. Out of the total 1600 vacancies, 179 posts belong to the Kalyana Karnataka (Hyderabad-Karnataka) region, and 1421 posts belong to the Residual Cadre across different districts and units of Karnataka.

Recruitment Schedule

Vacancy Distribution

Candidate Eligibility Details

Applicants must have passed PUC/12th Standard or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board before the last date of application.

Educational Qualification:

• PUC (Pre-University Course) or 12th Standard pass
• CBSE Class 12 examination
• ISC Class 12 examination
• State Board Class 12 examination
• NIOS Senior Secondary Course
• Equivalent qualification recognized by the Government
• Two-year ITI candidates with required language and academic subjects

Kannada Language Requirement:

• Kannada studied as first language in SSLC or equivalent
• Kannada studied as second language in SSLC or equivalent
• Kannada medium education
• Passed compulsory Kannada language examination conducted by a competent authority

Age Criteria:

• The minimum age limit is 18 years.
• For General Merit (Male), the minimum age limit is 33 years.
• For SC/ST/Cat-1/2A/2B/3A the minimum age limit is 35 years.
• For a tribal candidate, they must be 38 years old.
• For ex-servicemen, additional relaxation as per rules

How Selection is Done

Selection will be based on a written examination followed by PST, PET, medical examination and document verification. The written examination is conducted by Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) which includes Objective-type questions, Total Questions: 100, Total Marks: 100, Duration: 90 Minutes, Negative (KEA),ng: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer and Unanswered Questions: 0.25 marks ded100.on.

Pay Scale and Benefits

Steps to Apply Online

1. Visit the official KEA website https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Open the Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR) Recruitment 2026 link.
3. Complete registration using mobile number and email ID.
4. Fill in personal, educational and category details, and upload a photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
5. Submit the application form and download and print the submitted application.

Documents Required During Registration

Applicants should keep all required educational, identity and reservation documents ready before filling out the application form. The documents required are an Aadhaar card, SSLC marks card, PUC/12th marks card, caste certificate, rural candidate certificate, Kannada medium certificate, ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable), project displaced person certificate, passport size photograph and signature image.

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