Karnataka Police 2314 Constable Posts — Last Date 10 August 2026

Applications for Karnataka State Police / Karnataka Examinations Authority recruitment 2026 have started for 2,314 vacancies. The last date to apply is 10 Aug 2026. We have put the eligibility, age limit, fee and how-to-apply in one place so nothing gets missed.

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What this recruitment is about

Karnataka State Police / Karnataka Examinations Authority has opened online applications for this post. In police recruitment the physical test matters as much as the written exam — prepare for both together. A total of 2,314 posts will be filled through this recruitment. This one is for Karnataka. Everything you need to apply is explained step by step below.

Who can apply?

Qualification: 2nd puc / class 12 or equivalent (joc/3-year diploma accepted per govt orders) level (full details in the table above). Age relaxation: [{"category": "General", "age_max": 33}, {"category": "SC/ST/Cat-1/Cat-2A/Cat-2B/Cat-3A/Cat-3B", "age_max": 35}, {"category": "Tribal residents (forest areas)", "age_max": 38}, {"category": "Ex-Servicemen", "relaxation": "Service period + 3 years"}, {"category": "One-time additional relaxation (Govt Order 29.01.2026)", "relaxation": "5 years beyond applicable limit"}] If you have the slightest doubt about eligibility, read the relevant part of the official notification before filling the form — a wrong entry can get your application rejected and the fee is non-refundable.

Important Dates

Application Fee

Rs.750 (General, Cat-2A, Cat-2B, Cat-3A, Cat-3B); Rs.500 (SC, ST, Cat-1, Ex-Servicemen). Online payment only — debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI till 11 August 2026.

Age Limit (as on Last date of application (10-08-2026))

[{"category": "General", "age_max": 33}, {"category": "SC/ST/Cat-1/Cat-2A/Cat-2B/Cat-3A/Cat-3B", "age_max": 35}, {"category": "Tribal residents (forest areas)", "age_max": 38}, {"category": "Ex-Servicemen", "relaxation": "Service period + 3 years"}, {"category": "One-time additional relaxation (Govt Order 29.01.2026)", "relaxation": "5 years beyond applicable limit"}]

Vacancy Details (Total 2,314)

Eligibility

Must have passed 2nd PUC or possess an equivalent qualification (Class 12, JOC, 3-year diploma recognized by Karnataka State Education Board count per listed government orders). National qualifications like CBSE/ICSE Class 12 equivalent also accepted. Official notifications are in Kannada; refer PDF links below for full eligibility rules.

Pay Scale

Rs.37,500–76,100 (subject to revision)

Selection Process

1. {'stage': '1. Written Exam (Offline OMR)', 'details': '100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes. General Studies + Mental Ability. Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Exam date: 20-09-2026, 10:30–12:00 (IST)'}
2. {'stage': '2. Shortlist (1:5 Merit)', 'details': 'Top 5× vacancies qualified candidates selected for PST/PET'}
3. {'stage': '3. Physical Standards Test (PST)', 'details': 'Male: 168 cm minimum height, 86 cm chest with 5 cm expansion. Female: 158 cm, 45 kg minimum weight. Tribal (male): 155 cm. Tribal (female): 150 cm'}
4. {'stage': '4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)', 'details': 'Fitness test as prescribed by KEA'}
5. {'stage': '5. Document Verification', 'details': 'Qualification, category certificate, age, medical examination'}
6. {'stage': '6. Compulsory Kannada Test', 'details': 'For candidates identified in selection process (date/details TBA)'}

How to Apply

1. {'step': '1. Visit Official Portal', 'action': 'Go to https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/KSRP_2026/Account/Login'}
2. {'step': '2. Register/Login', 'action': 'Create new account with email and mobile or use existing credentials'}
3. {'step': '3. Fill Application', 'action': 'Enter personal, educational, and category details. Choose ONE notification/battalion only (candidates applying for multiple will be disqualified)'}
4. {'step': '4. Upload Documents', 'action': 'Upload photo (passport-style), signature, category certificate (if applicable), educational documents'}
5. {'step': '5. Preview & Confirm', 'action': 'Review all details before final submission'}
6. {'step': '6. Pay Application Fee', 'action': 'Online payment via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI. Fee must be paid'}
7. {'step': '7. Print Confirmation', 'action': 'Save and print the registration receipt and e-admission card (issued after fee clearance)'}

What is the salary?

Government pay adds DA (dearness allowance), HRA and travel allowance on top of the basic pay shown above, so the amount that actually reaches your bank account (in-hand) is higher than the basic figure — the exact DA/HRA rates depend on your posting location and are revised periodically.

How the selection works

Selection happens in these stages: (1) {'stage': '1. Written Exam (Offline OMR)', 'details': '100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes. General Studies + Mental Ability. Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Exam date: 20-09-2026, 10:30–12:00 (IST)'}; (2) {'stage': '2. Shortlist (1:5 Merit)', 'details': 'Top 5× vacancies qualified candidates selected for PST/PET'}; (3) {'stage': '3. Physical Standards Test (PST)', 'details': 'Male: 168 cm minimum height, 86 cm chest with 5 cm expansion. Female: 158 cm, 45 kg minimum weight. Tribal (male): 155 cm. Tribal (female): 150 cm'}; (4) {'stage': '4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)', 'details': 'Fitness test as prescribed by KEA'}; (5) {'stage': '5. Document Verification', 'details': 'Qualification, category certificate, age, medical examination'}; (6) {'stage': '6. Compulsory Kannada Test', 'details': 'For candidates identified in selection process (date/details TBA)'}. The syllabus for each stage is in the official notification — prepare accordingly.

Keep these documents ready before applying

• A photo ID — Aadhaar is the easiest
• A valid email ID and your own mobile number (for OTP)
• Scanned copy of your signature
• Class 10 certificate (date-of-birth proof)
• Qualification certificates and mark sheets
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), latest format, for reservation

A few practical tips

Apply a few days before the last date; the site gets crowded near the deadline. After submitting, download the confirmation and note your registration number — you'll need it for the admit card and result.

Important Links

FAQ — Your Questions, Answered

Official source: official notification ↗. Always verify on the official website before applying.

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