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Karnataka Police Constable 2026

Karnataka State Police Recruitment Board

Mode

Online + Offline

Level

10th Pass

Vacancies

4,000+

Fee

₹350 (Gen/OBC), ₹200 (SC/ST)

Key dates

Notification

Feb 2026

Application Last Date

Apr 2026

Written Exam

Jul 2026

PET/PST

Oct 2026

Eligibility

  • Class 10 or 12 pass from a recognized board (as per post notification)
  • Age limit: 18 to 28 years for general category
  • Physical fitness standards as per Karnataka Police Act
  • Domicile of Karnataka is mandatory
  • Knowledge of Kannada language required

Syllabus

  • General Knowledge and Current Affairs (Karnataka focus)
  • Kannada Language
  • Reasoning Ability
  • Numerical Ability and Mathematics
  • General Science

Exam Pattern

  • Written Test: Objective type questions covering GK, Kannada, Reasoning, Maths, and Science
  • Physical Standard Test (PST): Height and physical measurement
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Running, long jump, high jump
  • Medical Examination and Document Verification

Exam overview

Karnataka Police Constable 2026 recruitment is conducted by the Karnataka State Police Recruitment Board to fill 4,000+ vacancies for Constable posts in Karnataka Police, including district police, armed reserve, and various specialised units. Karnataka Police is one of the most professional state police forces in South India, and Constable posts offer stable government employment with career growth opportunities in one of India's fastest-developing states.

Preparation for Karnataka Police Constable should emphasise Karnataka-specific General Knowledge, Kannada language proficiency, and physical fitness. The written test is competitive given the limited vacancies relative to applicants. Kannada language is both a required subject in the written test and an eligibility criterion. Candidates must train rigorously for the PET which includes running and athletic events as per Karnataka Police standards.

Preparation tip

Start with the syllabus topics listed above, then practice timed mock tests and revise previous year questions weekly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the eligibility for Karnataka Police Constable 2026?▼
Candidates must have passed Class 10 or 12 from a recognized board (varies by post). Age limit is 18 to 28 years for general category. Domicile of Karnataka is mandatory. Physical fitness as per Karnataka Police Act and knowledge of Kannada language are required. Application fee is Rs. 350 for Gen/OBC and Rs. 200 for SC/ST.
What is the salary of Karnataka Police Constable?▼
Karnataka Police Constable is placed at Pay Level 5 with a pay band of Rs. 19,500–62,000. The in-hand salary including Dearness Allowance and other allowances ranges from approximately Rs. 27,000 to Rs. 32,000 per month. Karnataka Police also provides uniform allowance, medical benefits, and government accommodation.
How many vacancies are in Karnataka Police Constable 2026?▼
Karnataka Police Constable 2026 has 4,000+ vacancies across district police, armed reserve, and specialised units. Vacancies are divided across male and female categories and various reserved categories as per Karnataka government reservation norms.
What is the Karnataka Police Constable syllabus 2026?▼
The written test covers General Knowledge and Current Affairs (Karnataka focus), Kannada Language, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability and Mathematics, and General Science. Candidates should focus on Karnataka history, geography, Kannada literature and grammar, and state government schemes for maximum marks in the GK and language sections.
When is the Karnataka Police Constable 2026 notification date?▼
The Karnataka Police Constable 2026 notification is expected in February 2026 with the application deadline in April 2026. The written exam is scheduled for July 2026, followed by PET/PST in October 2026. Monitor the Karnataka State Police Recruitment Board's official website (ksp.karnataka.gov.in) for latest updates.