The Karnataka State Police (KSP) has released the latest Karnataka Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification to fill 1600 Armed Police Constable vacancies across General Karnataka (1421 Posts) and Kalyana Karnataka (179 Posts). Eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the official recruitment portal.
Candidates looking for Karnataka Police Jobs 2026, 10+2 Government Jobs, and Police Constable Recruitment can take advantage of this opportunity. The recruitment process consists of a Written Examination, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET), Medical Examination, and Document Verification.
Karnataka Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka State Police (KSP) |
| Post Name | Armed Police Constable |
| Total Vacancies | 1600 |
| General Karnataka Vacancies | 1421 |
| Kalyana Karnataka Vacancies | 179 |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹37,500 – ₹76,100 |
| Selection Process | Written Test, PST, PET, Medical & Document Verification |
| Official Website | https://ksp.karnataka.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | Available |
| Last Date to Apply | Check Official Notification |
| Written Examination | 06 September 2026 |
The written examination is scheduled for 06 September 2026 as mentioned in the notification.
Vacancy Details
General Karnataka
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Armed Police Constable | 1421 |
Kalyana Karnataka
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Armed Police Constable | 179 |
Total Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General Karnataka | 1421 |
| Kalyana Karnataka | 179 |
| Grand Total | 1600 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Karnataka Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 should have passed PUC (10+2) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board or institution as prescribed in the official notification. Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification carefully before submitting the online application.
Age Limit
The age limit will be applicable according to the Karnataka State Police recruitment rules mentioned in the official notification.
Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per Government of Karnataka norms.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary under the Karnataka Government Pay Scale.
| Pay Scale |
|---|
| ₹37,500 – ₹76,100 per month |
Apart from the basic pay, employees will also be eligible for applicable government allowances and benefits according to Karnataka Government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / Category-I | ₹500 |
Payment should be made through the prescribed online payment mode mentioned in the notification.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download General Karnataka Notification (1421 Posts) | Click Here |
| Download Kalyana Karnataka Notification (179 Posts) | Click Here |
| Official Recruitment Portal | https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ |
| Official Karnataka State Police Website | https://ksp.karnataka.gov.in |
Selection Process
The Karnataka Armed Police Constable Recruitment 2026 selection process includes the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify at each stage to be considered for final selection.
Written Examination Pattern
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Marks |
The written examination will assess candidates on General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Mental Ability, and other subjects specified in the official notification.