KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: 1455 Vacancies, Check Eligibility & Apply Online

Good news for job seekers in Karnataka! The KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 notification is officially out, and the Karnataka State Police Department has announced 1,455 vacancies for the post of Special Reserve Police Constable (KSRP) across 13 battalions in Bengaluru, Belagavi, Mysuru, Mangaluru, Shivamogga, Hassan, and Tumakuru. Both men and women candidates can apply, and the online application window opens on 13 July 2026 and stays open until 10 August 2026 through the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) portal.

If you’ve been preparing for a stable, respected career in Karnataka’s police force, this is a solid opportunity — the post comes with a pay scale of ₹37,500–₹76,100 per month, government job security, and a clear promotion path. Here’s your complete guide covering eligibility, vacancy breakdown, salary, selection stages, and exactly how to apply without missing a step.

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KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

⚠️ Pro Tip: Don’t wait until the last week to submit your form. KEA’s servers tend to slow down as the deadline approaches, and a rushed application increases the risk of upload or payment errors.

KSRP Police Constable Vacancy 2026 (Battalion-wise)

The 1,455 vacancies are spread across 13 KSRP battalions in different parts of the state. Here’s the full breakdown by unit and category:

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates need to have passed 2nd PUC (Pre-University Course) or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government of Karnataka. There’s no separate degree requirement for this post.

Age Limit (as on the last date of application)

✅ The minimum age required is 18 years, and per a Government Order dated 29 January 2026, an extra 5-year age relaxation has been applied across all categories compared to earlier norms.

Physical Standards

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Application Fee

The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online — no offline payment modes are accepted. Make sure your payment is completed by 11 August 2026, a day after the form submission deadline.

KSRP Police Constable Salary 2026

This is usually the part everyone wants to know first, so here it is: selected KSRP constables will draw a monthly pay scale of ₹37,500–₹76,100, along with standard allowances such as HRA, DA, and other benefits applicable under Karnataka Government service rules. On top of the salary, selected candidates go through structured training at designated police training schools before being posted to their battalion, which builds a real career path within the force over time.

Selection Process

Getting selected involves clearing three stages, in this order:

1. Written Examination — An offline OMR-based test with 100 questions worth 100 marks, to be completed in 90 minutes. It covers General Studies and Mental Ability, with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.
2. Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET) — Based on your written exam score, candidates are shortlisted at a 1:5 ratio (category-wise and battalion-wise) for these physical rounds.
3. Medical Examination — The final stage before selection, applicable only to candidates who clear both PST and PET.

Physical Endurance Test (PET) Standards

💡 Pro Tip: Since the PET has strict time and distance cut-offs, start your physical training now rather than after the written exam result — six weeks isn’t much time to build running stamina from scratch.

How to Apply for KSRP Police Constable 2026

1. Go to the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
2. Find and click the online application link for KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026.
3. Register using a valid mobile number and email ID, then fill in the application form.
4. Upload your photograph (50KB–200KB, JPEG) and signature (50KB–70KB, JPEG) in the correct format.
5. Choose your preferred battalion/unit and category, and enter all remaining details carefully.
6. Review every field closely — the portal does not allow corrections after submission.
7. Pay the application fee online and download the acknowledgement receipt.
8. Save a printed copy of your filled application and fee receipt for future reference.

💡 Have your scanned photo and signature ready in the right size before you start — it saves you from last-minute upload errors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Summing Up…

With 1,455 vacancies across Karnataka’s KSRP battalions and a decent starting pay scale, KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 is a genuinely good opportunity if you meet the physical and educational requirements. Apply well before 10 August 2026, keep your documents ready, and start your physical training early — the PET cut-offs don’t leave much room to catch up later. For daily Sarkari Naukri alerts, exam date updates, and admit card notifications, keep following Govtserviceinfo.com.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Karnataka State Police Department. GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.