Karnataka State Police (KSP) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Civil Police Constable (CPC) 2026 posts. Eligible candidates who have passed PUC / Class 12th or equivalent examination can apply online through the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) portal. Interested candidates should read the complete notification before submitting the online application form. A total of 3991 vacancies have been announced under various cadres.
Karnataka Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Karnataka State Police (KSP) |
| Post Name | Civil Police Constable (CPC) |
| Total Vacancies | 3991 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Category | State Government Job |
| Qualification | PUC / 12th Pass |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, PST, Endurance Test, Medical Examination |
| Salary | ₹37,500 – ₹76,100/- |
| Official Website | Karnataka State Police |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 04 July 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 02 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Before Examination |
| Result Date | Available Soon |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender | ₹500/- |
Payment Mode
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age (General) | 33 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Karnataka Government rules.
Vacancy Details
| Cadre | Posts |
| Mikkili / Okkalida Cadre | 3395 |
| Kalyana Karnataka Cadre | 596 |
| Total | 3991 Posts |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed PUC / Class 12th or equivalent qualification from a recognized board.
- Knowledge of Kannada Language.
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Endurance Test (ET)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
Physical Standards (Expected)
Male Candidates
- Height: 168 cm
- Chest: 86 cm (Minimum Expansion 5 cm)
Female Candidates
- Height: 157 cm
Physical standards may vary according to category and reservation rules.
Salary Details
| Post Name | Salary |
| Civil Police Constable | ₹37,500 – ₹76,100/- |
Selected candidates will receive salary and allowances as per Karnataka State Police rules.
Required Documents
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card
- PUC / 12th Marksheet
- Category Certificate (If Applicable)
- Kannada Language Certificate (If Required)
- Mobile Number
- Email ID
How to Apply for Karnataka Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official KEA website.
- Locate and click on the Karnataka Police Constable 2026 online application link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in using your registration ID and password.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload the required scanned documents (photo, signature, etc.).
- Pay the application fee through online mode.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for your records.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Marks |
| General Knowledge | 100 |
| Mental Ability | 50 |
| Total | 150 Marks |
