The Karnataka State Police (KSP) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 3,991 Civil Police Constable (PC) posts under the Kalyana Karnataka and Mikkili/Okkalida cadres. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for 12th Pass (PUC) candidates seeking a career in the police department. Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary along with government allowances and benefits.
Eligibility Criteria for KSP Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Candidates must fulfill the educational qualification, age limit, and other eligibility conditions prescribed in the notification before applying.
Educational Qualification
Post Name Qualification Civil Police Constable (PC) PUC (12th Pass) or equivalent qualification from a recognized board
Equivalent qualifications such as HSC, NIOS, 2-year BTEC, or 3-year Diploma are also accepted as per government norms.
Age Limit
Category Age Limit General 18 – 33 Years SC / ST / OBC 18 – 35 Years Tribal (Budakattu) Candidates 18 – 38 Years
Age Relaxation
Category Age Relaxation SC / ST 5 Years OBC 2 Years Tribal (Budakattu) 5 Years Ex-Servicemen (General) Up to 38 Years Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST/OBC) Up to 40 Years
KSP Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2026- Vacancy Details
A total of 3,991 vacancies have been announced under two cadres.
Cadre Vacancies Kalyana Karnataka Cadre 596 Mikkili / Okkalida Cadre 3,395 Total 3,991 Posts
KSP Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2026- Application Fee
Category Application Fee General / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B ₹750/- SC / ST / Category-1 ₹500/- Ex-Servicemen ₹500/- Third Gender Candidates ₹500/-
KSP Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2026-Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary under the Karnataka State Police pay structure.
Post Name Salary Civil Police Constable ₹37,500 – ₹76,100 per month
KSP Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
Event Date Notification Release Date 05 June 2026 Online Application Start Date 08 June 2026 Last Date to Apply Online 03 July 2026 Last Date for Fee Payment 04 July 2026 Written Examination Date 02 August 2026
KSP Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2026- Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify each stage for final selection.
Selection Stages
Written Examination (OMR Based)
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Endurance Test (ET)
Medical Examination
Kannada Language Test (if applicable)
Final Merit List
Written Exam Pattern
Particulars Details Total Questions 100 Total Marks 100 Duration 90 Minutes Negative Marking 0.25 Mark
How to Apply for KSP Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the Karnataka recruitment portal by following these steps:
Visit the official application portal.
Complete the registration process.
Fill in personal and educational details.
Upload photograph and required documents.
Pay the application fee.
Review the application form carefully.
Submit the application form.
Download and print the final application form for future reference.
KSP Civil Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Description Link Official Website Click Here Application Portal Click Here Notification Release Date 05 June 2026 Apply Online Start Date 08 June 2026
