KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – 2314 Vacancies | Salary ₹37,500–76,100

KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – 2314 Vacancies | Salary ₹37,500–76,100 | Apply Online till 10 Aug 2026

Last date to Apply 10 August 2026

Introduction - KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced recruitment for Police Constables in the Karnataka State Reserve Police (KSRP) for 2026. A total of 2314 vacancies are available across RPC and KK regions. This recruitment offers a stable government career with attractive pay, benefits, and opportunities to serve in law enforcement.

Eligible candidates with 2nd PUC or equivalent qualifications can apply online. The selection process includes a written exam, physical standard test, and endurance test. Applications open on 13 July 2026 and close on 10 August 2026. Salary ranges from ₹37,500 to ₹76,100 per month.

Job Overview – KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Requirement	Details
Recruiting Body	Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Advertisement No.	03/2026-27 (RPC & KK Region)
Post	Police Constable (Men & Women)
Total Vacancies	2314 (RPC – 859, KK – 1455)
Salary	₹37,500 – ₹76,100 per month
Job Type & Location	Full-Time, Karnataka State Reserve Police Units
Application Start Date	13 July 2026
Application End Date	10 August 2026
Submission Mode	Online
Apply Online	Apply Online

Salary Structure – KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Component	Details
Basic Pay	₹37,500 per month (starting)
Maximum Pay	₹76,100 per month (after increments)
Pay Scale Pattern	37500–900–39300–1000–43300–1125–47800–1250–52800–1375–58300–1500–64300–1650–74200–1900–76100
Allowances	Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Benefits, Travel Allowance, and other government perks.
Additional Benefits	Provident Fund (PF), Gratuity, Pension, Insurance coverage, and career progression opportunities.

Important Dates - KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Event	Date
Application Start	13 July 2026
Application End	10 August 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	11 August 2026
Exam Date	20 September 2026

Vacancy Details - KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Region	Vacancies
RPC	859
KK	1455
Total	2314

Application Fee - KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Category	Fee
General/OBC	₹750
SC/ST	₹500

Important Links - KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Link	Description
Detailed Notification (RPC)	Full recruitment details for RPC region
Detailed Notification (KK)	Full recruitment details for KK region
Apply Online	Submit application form online
Join WhatsApp	Get instant job updates via WhatsApp
Join Telegram	Get instant job updates via Telegram

Eligibility Criteria

Requirement	Details
Educational Qualification	Must have passed 2nd PUC (Pre-University Course) or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Karnataka.
Age Limit	18–25 years for General category. Age relaxations apply: OBC up to 28 years, SC/ST up to 30 years, and other categories as per government norms.
Nationality	Applicant must be an Indian citizen and a resident of Karnataka.
Physical Standards	Height, chest, and weight requirements as prescribed by Karnataka State Police norms.

Documents Required

PUC Certificate / Equivalent Qualification proof issued by a recognized board.
Valid Identity Proof such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Passport.
Caste Certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates issued by competent authority.
Domicile Certificate proving Karnataka residency.
Recent Passport-size Photographs (as per specifications in notification).
Signature scanned copy for online submission.
Fee Payment Receipt generated after successful online transaction.
Any additional certificates for age relaxation or special category claims.

How to Apply

Visit the official KEA portal: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.
Click on “Apply Online” under Police Constable Recruitment 2026.
Register with valid personal details including mobile number and email ID.
Login using registration credentials and access the application form.
Fill in academic, personal, and communication details carefully.
Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
Pay the application fee online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Review the application form thoroughly before final submission.
Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Selection Procedure

Written Examination: Objective type test covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, and Current Affairs.
Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of height, chest, and weight as per prescribed norms.
Physical Endurance Test (PET): Running, long jump, and other endurance activities to test fitness.
Document Verification: Checking of original certificates, identity proof, and eligibility documents.
Final Merit List: Preparation of merit list based on written exam scores, PET performance, and document verification.

Exam Pattern – KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
General Knowledge	100	100	90 minutes
Reasoning & Mental Ability	50	50	45 minutes
Current Affairs	25	25	30 minutes

Note: Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each wrong answer.

Job Location – KEA KSRP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Selected candidates will be posted across various Karnataka State Reserve Police (KSRP) units. The postings may include both RPC (Residual Parent Cadre) and KK (Kalyana Karnataka) regions. Candidates should be prepared for transfers and postings anywhere within Karnataka as per service requirements.