Karnataka State Police — Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Bengaluru
The Karnataka State Police has issued an official recruitment notification for Police Constable (Civil), announcing a total of 3,991 vacancies located in Karnataka. The online application window opens on 08 June 2026 and closes on 03 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold PUC or equivalent qualification and be within the prescribed age limit of 18 to 33 years for General Merit (relaxations apply as per government norms), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,500 – 76,100 per month. The selection procedure comprises Written Test (OMR), Physical Standard Test, Endurance Test, and Medical Examination.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 08 Jun 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
03 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 02 Aug 2026 |
| Post Name | Police Constable (Civil) |
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| Total Vacancies | 3991 |
| Qualification | PUC or equivalent qualification |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 years for General Merit (relaxations apply as per government norms) |
| Salary | Rs. 37,500 – 76,100 per month |
| Application Fee | Rs. 750 for General/OBC; Rs. 500 for SC/ST/Cat-1/Ex-Servicemen/Third Gender |
| Selection Process | Written Test (OMR), Physical Standard Test, Endurance Test, and Medical Examination. |
Prescribed Age: 18–33 Years (As on 03 Jul 2026)
The Karnataka State Police (KSP) has released the official notification for the direct recruitment of 3991 Police Constable (Civil) positions. This recruitment is divided into two distinct cadres: the Kalyana Karnataka (371-J) cadre and the Mikkili (Okkalida) cadre. The recruitment process is managed by the Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Bengaluru, in coordination with the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).
| Cadre | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Kalyana Karnataka (371-J) | 596 |
| Mikkili (Okkalida) | 3395 |
Candidates must possess a Pre-University Certificate (PUC) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Karnataka State Government. Proficiency in the Kannada language is mandatory. Candidates who have not studied Kannada as a first or second language at the PUC level must qualify for a separate Kannada language test conducted by the KEA.
| Category | Age Limit (Direct) |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 18 to 33 Years |
| SC/ST/Cat-1/2A/2B/3A/3B | 18 to 35 Years |
| Budakattu (Forest Tribal) | 18 to 38 Years |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 2026-06-08 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 2026-07-03 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2026-07-04 |
| Written Examination Date | 2026-08-02 |
The selection process consists of three major stages:
Ensure that your category certificate is current and issued by a competent authority. Married female candidates under reserved categories must provide a caste certificate in their husband's name. Applicants must verify their details against their SSLC/10th marks card, as no modifications are permitted after final submission.
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