Overview
The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has released a recruitment notification for 2314 vacancies in the Karnataka State Police Department. This recruitment drive includes posts for Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP), Police Constable (KSISF), and Special Reserve Police Constable (IRB).
Interested candidates who have passed 2nd PUC or an equivalent qualification must apply online by 10th August 2026.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 2314
Post Name: Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP), Police Constable (KSISF), and Special Reserve Police Constable (IRB)
Organization: Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) / Karnataka State Police Department
Job Location: Karnataka (State-wide and Kalyana Karnataka local cadre)
| Post Name | Category/Cadre | Male | Female | Total Vacancies |
|---|
| Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) | State-wide | 1382 | 73 | 1455 |
| Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) | Kalyana Karnataka | 284 | 50 | 334 |
| Police Constable (KSISF) | Kalyana Karnataka | 274 | 90 | 364 |
| Special Reserve Police Constable (IRB) | Kalyana Karnataka | 161 | 0 | 161 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Passed 2nd PUC or equivalent qualification (Class 12 from CBSE, ICSE, State Boards, NIOS Higher Secondary, or equivalent as per Government Orders).
Age Limit:
Important Dates
Notification Release: 10/07/2026
Application Start Date: 13/07/2026
Last Date to Apply: 10/08/2026
Exam Date: 20/09/2026
Application Fee
General/OBC (GM, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B): ₹ 750
SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-servicemen: ₹ 500
Additional fee (Kalyana Karnataka extra post): ₹ 100 per extra post/category
Payment Mode: Online
Salary / Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹ 37,500 – ₹ 76,100 per month
Selection Process
Written Examination: Offline OMR-based exam covering General Studies and Mental Ability (100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes) with 0.25 negative marking.
Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio based on written exam marks will undergo height, chest, and weight measurements.
Final Selection: Based on performance in the written exam and physical standards.
How to Apply
Visit the official website of the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA).
Locate the KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 application link.
Fill in the required personal and educational details accurately.
Upload necessary documents and pay the application fee online.
Submit the application before 10/08/2026.
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