A Police Constable plays an important role in society by protecting people and maintaining peace and order. They are often the first point of contact for the public in times of need. In Karnataka, the recruitment of Police Constables is carried out by the Karnataka State Police to select individuals who are disciplined, courageous, and committed to serving the community. The selection process carefully evaluates a candidate’s physical fitness, mental strength, knowledge, and dedication to public service.
Stages of the Exam
A Police Constable plays an important role in society by protecting people and maintaining peace and order. They are often the first point of contact for the public in times of need. In Karnataka, the recruitment of Police Constables is carried out by the Karnataka State Police to select individuals who are disciplined, courageous, and committed to serving the community. The selection process carefully evaluates a candidate’s physical fitness, mental strength, knowledge, and dedication to public service.
Written Examination
The exam is designed to be completed in 90 minutes. It is conducted in both Kannada and English.
Feature | Details |
Total Marks | 100 Marks |
Total Questions | 100 Questions |
Question Type | Multiple Choice (MCQs) |
Marking Scheme | +1 for correct / -0.25 for incorrect |
Candidates are shortlisted for the next stage based on written exam merit
Qualification
- Civil Police Constable (CPC): Must have passed PUC / Class 12 or its equivalent (e.g., NIOS, 3-year Diploma, or 2-year ITI).
- Armed Police Constable (APC) / KSRP: Must have passed SSLC / Class 10 or equivalent.
Age Limit
Category | Age |
GM | 18- 27 yrs |
SC/ST/C1/2A/2B/3A/3B | 18-30 yrs |
Forest Tribal | 18-32 yrs |
In Service
Category | Maximum Age |
GM | 33 yrs. |
SC/ST/OBC | 35 yrs. |
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Category | Measurement |
Male Candidates | Minimum height: Minimum 170 cm Chest Measurement: Minimum 86 cm (unexpanded) with a mandatory 5 cm expansion. |
Female Candidates | Height: Minimum 157 cm. Weight: Minimum 45 kg. |
Male candidates from tribal forest areas of Karnataka | Minimum height: 155 cm Chest Measurement: 75cm with 5 cm expansion |
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
This tests stamina and physical fitness.
- Running (1600m for men / 400m for women)
- Long jump
- High jump
- Shot put (in some categories)
This stage is qualifying in nature.
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
The written test generally covers multiple subjects that assess your general awareness, language skills, reasoning ability, and numerical aptitude.
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
This section tests your awareness of national and state-level topics.
Topics include:
- Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern, Freedom Struggle)
- Indian Geography (Physical features, rivers, climate)
- Indian Polity & Constitution
- Economy and Economic Developments
- Science and Technology basics
- Environment & Ecology
- National & International Current Affairs (Recent events, awards, sports, appointments)
- Karnataka State-specific GK (History, Geography, culture, important facts
- Reasoning / Mental Ability
Tests analytical and logical thinking skills.
- Analogies
- Classification
- Series (number, letter)
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Syllogism
- Directions
- Puzzles and logical reasoning problems
- Numerical Ability / Quantitative Aptitude
Focuses on basic math concepts.
- Simplification & Approximation
- Number System
- Ratio & Proportion
- Percentages
- Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time & Work, Time & Distance
- Data Interpretation basics
- General Science (Basic)
Questions are based on everyday science and concepts learned up to class 10 level. It covers:
- Physics fundamentals
- Chemistry basics
- Biology (human body, health, diseases)
A police constable is the backbone of law enforcement, ensuring safety, order, and discipline in society. They serve with courage, integrity, and dedication to protect citizens and uphold the law. Their commitment and sacrifice play a vital role in maintaining peace and public trust.