KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 2314 Posts

Karnataka State Police Department has released two recruitment notifications, both dated 10 July 2026, inviting online applications for a combined 2,314 Police Constable posts. This includes Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) posts across the state, and Kalyana Karnataka local-cadre posts for Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP), Police Constable (Karnataka State Industrial Security Force - KSISF), and Special Reserve Police Constable (Indian Reserve Battalion - IRB). Candidates who have passed 2nd PUC or an equivalent qualification can apply online from 13 July 2026 to 10 August 2026. Selected candidates will be placed in the pay scale of ₹37,500-₹76,100 per month.

Candidates must be Indian citizens. | For Kalyana Karnataka local cadre posts (KSRP, KSISF, IRB), candidates must possess a valid local candidature certificate as per the Karnataka Public Employment (Reservation for Local Candidates in Hyderabad-Karnataka Region) Rules, 2013, issued under Article 371(J) of the Constitution. | A woman candidate who has more than one living spouse, or a male candidate married to a woman who already has a living husband, is not eligible unless prior permission has been obtained from the Government. | Candidates must be mentally and physically fit and free from any defect that could interfere with the efficient performance of duties.

Category Maximum Age Minimum age (all categories) 18 years General/Unreserved candidates 33 years SC / ST / Category-1 / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B candidates 35 years Candidates residing in Karnataka forest areas (notified nomadic/tribal communities) 38 years Age is calculated as on the last date fixed for receipt of applications (10 August 2026). The above age limits already include a 5-year relaxation granted as per Government Order No. 262 dated 29.01.2026. Ex-servicemen candidates are entitled to a relaxation equal to their actual period of military service, plus 3 additional years, as per the rules described in the official notification. Also Read: KEA VAO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - 572 Village Accountant Posts, Apply Online

₹37,500-₹76,100 per month

1. Written Examination: Offline OMR-based exam on General Studies and Mental Ability - 100 questions, 100 marks, duration 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
2. Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio per category/post, based on written exam marks, undergo height, chest, and weight measurement.
3. Physical Endurance Test (PET): Qualifying in nature; no marks are awarded for PET, but candidates must clear the prescribed run, jump, and shot-put standards.
4. Medical Examination: Conducted by a Medical Board on vision, hearing, and other physical fitness parameters.
5. Final Merit List: Prepared based on written exam marks of candidates who qualify PST, PET, and the medical test.
6. Vision: Distant vision - better eye 6/9, worse eye 6/9 or 6/12; Near vision - better eye 0/6, worse eye 0/8.
7. Hearing: Rinne's Test, Weber's Test, and Vertigo tests; failing any of these tests results in disqualification.
8. Varicose veins and speech impediment are disqualifying conditions.
9. Chest X-ray and any other tests recommended by the Medical Board will be conducted.
10. Disqualifying musculoskeletal deformities: Knock knees, flat foot, bow legs, Cubitus Valgus, and Cubitus Varus.