KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1600 CAR/DAR Posts

The Karnataka State Police (KSP) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Armed Police Constables (CAR/DAR) for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,600 vacancies in the Civil Armed Reserve (CAR) and District Armed Reserve (DAR) units across Karnataka. Candidates who have completed their PUC/Class 12 education and meet the prescribed eligibility conditions can apply online through the official recruitment portal. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a career in the Karnataka Police Department.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Criteria	Details
Qualification	PUC / Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognized board
Nationality	Indian Citizen

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
General Merit	18 – 33 Years
SC/ST/OBC	Up to 35 Years
Tribal Candidates	Up to 38 Years
Ex-Servicemen (General)	Up to 38 Years
Ex-Servicemen (Reserved)	Up to 40 Years

KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Division	Post Name	Total Posts
General Karnataka (Civil/DIAR)	Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR)	1421
Kalyana Karnataka (Civil/DIAR)	Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR)	179

Application Fee for KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC (Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B)	₹750/-
SC / ST (Category A/B/C) / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen	₹500/-

Salary for KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Post Name	Salary
Armed Police Constable (Civil/DIAR)	37,500 – 76,100

Important Dates for KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	19 June 2026
Online Application Start Date	22 June 2026
Online Application Last Date	22 July 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	24 July 2026
Written Examination Date	06 September 2026
Mandatory Kannada Language Test	To be notified later
PST / PET / Medical Exam Dates	To be notified on official website

KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 -Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Written Examination
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Physical Endurance Test (PET)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

How to Apply for KSP Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official KSP recruitment portal.
2. Read the notification carefully before applying.
3. Complete the online registration process.
4. Fill in all personal and educational details correctly.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Pay the application fee.
7. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.

Important Links

Description	Status
Official Notification General Karnataka (1421 Posts):	Click here
Official Notification – Kalyana Karnataka (179 Posts)	Click here
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
Recruitment Portal	Click Here