The Karnataka State Police (KSP), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Bengaluru, has released the Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification for 3991 vacancies. Under this recruitment, 596 posts have been notified under the Kalyana Karnataka (371J) Cadre and 3395 posts under the Mikkili/Okkalida Cadre.

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online application forms from 08 June 2026 to 03 July 2026 through the official recruitment portal. Candidates who have passed PUC (Pre-University Course) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board are eligible to apply.

The minimum age required for Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026 is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 33 years as on the last date of application. Reserved category candidates will get age relaxation as per Karnataka Government rules.

Selection for these posts will be based on Written Examination, Physical Standard Test (PST), Endurance Test (ET), and Medical Examination. Selected candidates will receive a salary of Rs. 37,500 to Rs. 76,100 per month. Candidates must read the official notification carefully before applying online.

Karnataka State Police (KSP)

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026

Advt No.: 01/Recruitment-4/2026-27 & 02/Recruitment-4/2026-27 | Read Short Details Notification

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Important Dates

Application Fees

· Apply online start date: 08 June 2026

· Apply online Last Date: 03 July 2026

· Last Date for Fee Payment: 04 July 2026

· Written Examination: 02 August 2026

· Kannada Language Test: To Be Notified

· Admit Card Release: As Per Schedule

· General / Cat-2A / Cat-2B / Cat-3A / Cat-3B: Rs. 750/-

· SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender: Rs. 500/-

· Online Payment Options: SBI I Collect / E-Challan, Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Wallets

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Notification 2026: Age Limit

· Minimum Age: 18 Years

· Maximum Age: 33 Years

· Age As On: Last Date of Application

Age Relaxation:-

•SC / ST / Category-1 / Cat-2A / Cat-2B / Cat-3A / Cat-3B: Up To 35 Years

•Budakattu (Forest Tribal) Candidates: Up To 38 Years

•Ex-Servicemen (General): Up To 38 Years

•Ex-Servicemen (Reserved Categories): Up To 40 Years

•Age Relaxation Applicable As Per Karnataka Government Rules

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Cadre Wise Vacancy
Cadre	Vacancy Detail
Kalyana Karnataka (371J) Cadre	596
Mikkili / Okkalida Cadre	3395
Total	3991

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Cadre 1: Kalyana Karnataka / Article 371(J) Area – 596 Posts
Category	Vacancy Detail
Direct Male	398
Direct Female	133
Ex-Servicemen Male	46
Ex-Servicemen Female	14
Third Gender	5
Total	596

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Cadre 2: Mikkili (Okkalida) Cadre – 3395 Posts
Category	Vacancy Detail
Direct Male	2266
Direct Female	755
Ex-Servicemen Male	257
Ex-Servicemen Female	82
Third Gender	35
Total	3395

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Name of Post

Karnataka Police Eligibility Criteria

Police Constable (Civil)

· Candidatest Must havt PUC (Pre-University Course) Passed or Equivalent Qualification.

· Candidates Must have 12th Pass from CBSE, ICSE, State Board, NIOS or Equivalent Recognized Qualification.

· Candidates Awaiting Results Are Not Eligible.

· Must Possess Kannada Language Qualification As Prescribed.

· Indian Citizens Only.

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Salary Structure
Name of Post	Salary Structure
Police Constable (Civil)	Rs. 37,500 – Rs. 76,100 Per Month

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Salary Structure

Name of Post

Selection Process

Police Constable (Civil)

Written Examination (Offline OMR Based)

Physical Standard Test (PST)

Endurance Test (ET)

Medical Test

Final Merit List

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Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Physical Standards
Category	Physical Standards
Male Candidates	Height: 168 cm Chest: 86 cm (Minimum 5 cm Expansion)
Female / Third Gender Candidates	Height: 157 cm Minimum Weight: 45 Kg
Budakattu Male Candidates	Height: 155 cm Chest: 75 cm with Minimum 5 cm Expansion
Budakattu Female Candidates	· Height: 150 cm

Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Endurance Test
Category	Standards
Male Candidates	1600 Meter Run – Within 6 Minutes 30 Seconds High Jump – 1.20 Meter OR Long Jump – 3.80 Meter Shot Put (7.26 Kg) – 5.60 Meter
Female / Third Gender Candidates	400 Meter Run – Within 2 Minutes High Jump – 0.90 Meter OR Long Jump – 2.50 Meter Shot Put (4 Kg) – 3.75 Meter
Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026: Written Exam Pattern
Component	Exam Pattern
Total Questions	100
Total Marks	100
Duration	90 Minutes
Negative Marking	0.25 Mark For Each Wrong Answer

Subjects Included

•General Knowledge
•Science
•Geography
•History
•Indian Constitution
•National Integration
•Current Affairs
•Mental Aptitude
•General Studies

How to Apply Online for Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026

· Visit the official website of Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) or Karnataka Police Recruitment Portal.

· Open the Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026 notification and read all instructions carefully.

· The online application link will be active from 08 June 2026.

· Complete the registration process using a valid mobile number and email ID.

· Login using registration credentials and fill personal, educational, and category details carefully.

· Upload scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

· Pay the application fee through online mode.

· Verify all entered information before final submission.

· Submit the application form and take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.

· Keep checking the official website regularly for admit card, exam date updates, and other Sarkari Naukri notifications.

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FAQs

Q1. What is the application period for Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The online application process will start on 08 June 2026 and eligible candidates can apply until 03 July 2026.

Q2. What is the educational qualification required for Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Candidates must have passed PUC (Pre-University Course) or an equivalent qualification such as 12th Pass from CBSE, ICSE, State Board, or NIOS.

Q3. What is the selection process for Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Selection will be based on Written Examination, Physical Standard Test (PST), Endurance Test (ET), Medical Examination, and Final Merit List.

Q4. What salary will be provided after selection?

Ans: Selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from Rs. 37,500 to Rs. 76,100 per month.

Q5. How many vacancies have been announced under Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026?

Ans: A total of 3991 vacancies have been announced, including 596 posts under Kalyana Karnataka Cadre and 3395 posts under Mikkili/Okkalida Cadre.

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