Karnataka State Police (KSP) — Karnataka Home Department
Cut-off Date: 22 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 33 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | — | 23 Jul 1993 to 22 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | — | 23 Jul 1993 to 22 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 36 yrs | +3 yrs | 23 Jul 1990 to 22 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +5 yrs | 23 Jul 1988 to 22 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +5 yrs | 23 Jul 1988 to 22 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 43 yrs | +10 yrs | 23 Jul 1983 to 22 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–33 Years (As on 22 Jul 2026)
The Karnataka State Police (KSP) has issued an official recruitment notification for Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR), announcing a total of 1,600 vacancies located in Karnataka. The online application window opens on 22 June 2026 and closes on 22 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold PUC (Class 12) or equivalent; proficiency in Kannada required. and be within the prescribed age limit of 18-33 (General), 18-35 (SC/ST/OBC), 18-38 (Tribal). Includes 5-year one-time relaxation., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹37,500 - ₹76,100 per month as per Sixth Pay Commission.. The selection procedure comprises Written Exam, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET), Medical Exam.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 22 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
22 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 06 Sep 2026 |
| Post Name | Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1600 |
| Qualification | PUC (Class 12) or equivalent; proficiency in Kannada required. |
| Age Limit | 18-33 (General), 18-35 (SC/ST/OBC), 18-38 (Tribal). Includes 5-year one-time relaxation. |
| Salary | ₹37,500 - ₹76,100 per month as per Sixth Pay Commission. |
| Application Fee | ₹750 (General/OBC), ₹500 (SC/ST/Cat-1/Ex-SM). |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET), Medical Exam. |
The Karnataka State Police (KSP) has initiated a direct recruitment drive for 1600 Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR) positions. The vacancies are distributed across two distinct divisions: General Karnataka (1421 posts) and Kalyana Karnataka (179 posts). The recruitment process is managed through the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) portal.
| Division | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General Karnataka | 1421 |
| Kalyana Karnataka | 179 |
| Total | 1600 |
Candidates must ensure they meet the specific requirements before applying to avoid disqualification during document verification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 22 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Application | 22 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 24 July 2026 |
| Written Examination | 6 September 2026 |
The recruitment process consists of four primary stages:
Yes, eligible candidates may apply for one or both divisions, provided they satisfy the regional requirements for each.
The fee is ₹750 for General/OBC candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-Servicemen. Payments must be completed online via the KEA portal.
No, the PET is strictly qualifying in nature and does not contribute to the final merit list marks.
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