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- KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Karnataka State Police (KSP) has officially released two recruitment notifications dated 19 June 2026 for the direct recruitment of 1600 Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR) posts across two divisions - General Karnataka (1421 posts) and Kalyana Karnataka (179 posts). This is a major government job opportunity for male candidates who have passed PUC (Class 12) and wish to serve in the Karnataka Police Department. Online applications are open from 22 June 2026 to 22 July 2026. Candidates must apply through the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
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KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 - Overview
- Karnataka State Police is recruiting 1600 Armed Police Constable posts with 12th pass qualification, last date 24 July 2026.
KSP Armed Police Constable Vacancy Details 2026
- The Karnataka State Police has released a combined total of 1600 vacancies under two separate notifications for the same post of Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR). Both notifications carry identical eligibility criteria, selection process, and pay scale. The division-wise vacancy breakdown is as follows:
- Note: Separate merit lists and category-wise vacancy details will be published by the recruiting authority. Candidates may apply for one or both divisions as eligible.
Important Dates - KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Candidates must note all the key dates for the KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026. Missing any deadline - especially the fee payment window - will result in rejection of the online application.
Eligibility Criteria - KSP Armed Police Constable 2026
- Before applying for the KSP Constable recruitment 2026, candidates must verify that they meet all the eligibility requirements including educational qualification, age limit, and nationality. Ineligible candidates who apply will be disqualified at any stage of the selection process.
Educational Qualification
- The minimum educational qualification for KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 is PUC (Class 12) or equivalent. Candidates who are currently studying and awaiting results are NOT eligible. All candidates must have passed PUC or hold equivalent marks on or before the last date of application.
- Class 12 passed from CBSE / SSLC board
- Class 12 from any other State Government examination board
- Higher-level education (H.S.C.) conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
- Two-year ITI course holders: one language course + one technical subject at the PUC level (distance / regular) in one language and one subject is the minimum
- Special Note (GO No. 19 TVA 2019, dated 06.08.2021): Vocational Training Courses (J.O.C.) are treated as equivalent to PUC under the following conditions only:
- Students awaiting compassionate / same-rotation appointment, or those whose appointment orders are pending - JOC is treated as equivalent to PUC.
- If PUC or JOC marks are being considered only for competitive exams (not for employment), JOC is treated as the minimum qualification.
- Three-year Diploma holders (GO No. 33 TVA 2021, dated 30.09.2021): A 3-year diploma from a technical institution is treated as equivalent to PUC subject to the following:
- For direct or compassionate recruitment and for higher education, a 3-year technical diploma is treated as PUC equivalent.
- Students who obtained a 3-year technical diploma before 2015 must additionally pass the Kannada language exam conducted by KPSC alongside the departmental test.
- Important (Note-b): As per GO No. 43 / 2020 (dated 5.3.2021) and GO No. 102 / 2022 (dated 24.03.2025), candidates appearing for the KSP recruitment exam must have passed the Kannada language test conducted by SSLC/PUC authorities or any State Government-recognized body, or must have studied Kannada as a first or second language. Candidates who have not passed a Kannada language test before will be exempted from further Kannada testing only if they score at least 50 out of 150 marks in Kannada in the SSLC-level examination.
Age Limit (as on last date of application)
- The minimum age requirement for KSP Armed Police Constable 2026 is 18 years on the last date of application. The maximum age limit varies by category as shown below. The Government of Karnataka provides age relaxation as per GO No. 262 / 2025 (dated 29.01.2026), allowing a one-time relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit.
- Note for Ex-Servicemen: Ex-servicemen are eligible for age relaxation of 3 years in addition to the length of military service rendered. The term "Ex-serviceman" carries the meaning defined in applicable service regulations.
Application Fee - KSP Constable Recruitment 2026
- The application fee for KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 must be paid online only. Candidates are required to pay the fee before the deadline of 24 July 2026. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
- Fee is non-refundable. Pay online only through the KEA portal.
Selection Process - KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- The selection process for KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next. The selection is competitive and based on merit at each stage.
- Written Examination (Offline - OMR-based)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List and Appointment
Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Candidates who qualify the written examination (shortlisted at a 1:5 ratio per category per vacancy) will be called for the Physical Standard Test. The PST is qualifying in nature and no marks are awarded for it. The PST checks candidates' height and chest measurements.
- Note: Ex-servicemen who do not meet the minimum height of 168 cm will be proportionally considered alongside other qualifying ex-servicemen at the same height. Candidates with lower marks who meet the ex-serviceman minimum height will be considered after all qualifying ex-servicemen are ranked first.
- The "Budakattu" (Forest Tribal) community includes candidates from: Uttara Kannada, Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, Shivamogga, Kodagu, Chamarajanagar, Mysuru forest areas (Siddara, Jenukuruba, Kadukuruba, Yerva, Soliga, Kudiya, Gowdlu, Hasalaru, Malekudiya) and Koraga Budakattu community.
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- The Physical Endurance Test checks a candidate's physical fitness across multiple events. All PST-qualified candidates must complete all PET events in the sequence prescribed. Failing or withdrawing from any event will render the candidate ineligible. PET marks are qualifying only and are not added to the final merit score.
- Special Note: Candidates appearing for the PET must be physically fit. Any injury during the PET is the sole responsibility of the candidate. Neither the police department nor the recruitment committee is liable for any injury sustained. Candidates must self-certify fitness before participating. All PET events will be videographed for record purposes.
- Shortlisting after PST/PET: From candidates who qualify both PST and PET, a shortlist of 1:2 ratio per category per vacancy will be prepared. These shortlisted candidates will be called for the medical examination and final selection. The final selection methodology has been approved by the Government of Karnataka vide GO dated 13.04.2026.
KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 - Pay Scale and Other Benefits
- The selected candidates for KSP Armed Police Constable 2026 will receive a structured pay scale under the Karnataka Civil Services pay framework. The pay scale is revised as per the Sixth Pay Commission recommendations.
- Pay Scale: ₹37,500-900-39,300-1,000-43,300-1,125-47,800-1,250-52,800-1,375-58,300-1,500-64,300-1,650-74,200-1,900-76,100
- Pension: National Pension System (NPS) as per GO No. FD (SPFL) 04 / FIT 2005, dated 31.03.2006
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How to Apply - KSP Armed Police Constable 2026
- The application process for KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 is entirely online. There is no offline application mode. Candidates must follow the steps below carefully to submit a valid application. Once submitted, no details in the application can be modified or corrected under any circumstances.
- Visit the official KEA website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/
- Click on the active recruitment link for "KSP Armed Police Constable 2026"
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID
- Fill in all personal, educational, and category details accurately
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph in JPEG format (50 KB - 200 KB) and your signature in JPEG format (50 KB - 70 KB)
- Pay the application fee online (₹750 or ₹500 depending on category)
- Download and save a copy of the submitted application. Keep the fee payment receipt/challan safe until the selection process is complete
- Only one application per candidate per division is allowed
- Important: Candidates must read all notifications displayed on the official website before applying. Any incorrect information submitted in the application can result in disqualification or criminal action. The mobile number and email ID provided in the application will be used for all future communications. Changes will not be entertained after submission.
- The authority conducting correspondence with candidates: Follow the official 'X' account @KEA_KARNATAKA on the web portal for all recruitment-related updates.
Documents Required at the Time of Application and Later Stages
- Candidates must keep the following documents ready when applying online and must produce originals at the time of document verification, PST/PET, and the medical examination. Do NOT carry Aadhaar Card to the examination.
- Aadhaar Card (for identity verification at application stage only)
- Marks sheets/certificates for all subjects from the last qualifying examination
- Date of Birth proof (SSLC/PUC certificate or equivalent)
- Discharge certificate (for ex-servicemen) and pension / gratuity payment proof
- Caste/Community certificate in the prescribed format (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- Rural reservation certificate in Form 1 and Form 2 (for rural candidates)
- Kannada Medium certificate in the prescribed format
- No-Objection Certificate from the employer (for currently employed candidates)
- Project Displaced Person (PDP) certificate (if applicable)
- Permanent Disability certificate (for dependants of deceased / permanently disabled ex-servicemen, if applicable)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
- Karnataka State Police has announced a total of 1600 vacancies for the post of Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR) in 2026 - 1421 posts under the General Karnataka notification and 179 posts under the Kalyana Karnataka (Section 371J) notification.
Q3. What is the written exam date for KSP Constable 2026?
- The KSP Armed Police Constable written examination is scheduled for 06 September 2026. General Karnataka candidates will write from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM and Kalyana Karnataka candidates from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
Q4. What is the age limit for KSP Armed Police Constable 2026?
- The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 33 years for general male candidates. SC/ST/OBC candidates get a maximum age of 35 years. Forest tribal (Budakattu) residents of Karnataka get a maximum age of 38 years. All ages are calculated as on the last date of application.
Q5. What is the educational qualification required?
- Candidates must have passed PUC (Class 12) or an equivalent examination recognized by the State Government. Candidates whose results are pending are NOT eligible. ITI holders and 3-year diploma holders may also be eligible under specific Government Orders.
Q6. What is the selection process for KSP Constable Recruitment 2026?
- The selection process consists of: Written Examination (OMR-based, 100 marks) → Physical Standard Test (PST) → Physical Endurance Test (PET) → Medical Examination → Final Merit List. Qualifying the written exam does not guarantee PST/PET participation - only candidates shortlisted at 1:5 ratio will be called for physical tests.
Q8. What is the physical standard for the KSP Constable PST?
- For general male candidates, the minimum height is 168 cm and the minimum chest measurement is 86 cm (fully expanded) with a minimum expansion of 5 cm. For Budakattu forest tribal male candidates, the minimum height is 155 cm with a chest expansion of at least 5 cm to a minimum expanded measurement of 75 cm.
Q10. What is the application fee for KSP Armed Police Constable 2026?
- General and OBC (Cat 2A/2B/3A/3B) candidates must pay ₹750. SC/ST/Category-1 and Ex-Servicemen candidates must pay ₹500. The fee is payable online only and is non-refundable.
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