Karnataka Police KSP Recruitment 2022: Notification, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus

Every year, the Karnataka State Police (KSP) holds a recruitment PHD exam for various positions and agencies. The department posts vacancies for various positions in its departments in order to recruit qualified personnel. The Director-General of Police and the Inspector General of Police lead the Karnataka State Police Department.

This year, the Karnataka State Police has declared over 4000 vacancies in various categories. Before applying for the KSP recruitment 2022, aspirants who want to work for the Karnataka Police Department should check the eligibility criteria. Previous years’ question papers from the Karnataka State Police can be found here to help you understand the questions.

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What is the KSP Recruitment 2022?

Every year, the Karnataka State Police (KSP) department holds a recruitment process to fill vacancies in the various departments of the police and related agencies. For police applicants, the KSP exam is regarded as a prestigious job option.

To get the preferred positions in the Karnataka State Police (KSP), one must pass the four-stage selection process:

1. Written Examination
2. Physical Test
3. Medical Examination
4. Interview

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Overview

The following are the highlights of the KSP Recruitment 2022:

Particulars	Details
Exam Full-Form	Karnataka State Police (KSP) Exam
Organization Name	Karnataka State Police
Offered Posts	Armed Police Constable, Armed RSI, SRSI, Sub Inspector, PSI, Civil Police Constable, Special Reserve Police Constable and Bandsmen
Location of Job	Karnataka
Level of Exam	State-level
Application Mode	Online/Offline
Mode of Exam	Offline
Exam Duration	Prelims Exam: 90 Minutes Mains Exam: 90 Minutes
Exam Stages/Process of Selection	Written Examination Physical Test Medical Examination Interview
Medium/Exam Language	English/Kannada
Official Website	http://www.ksp.gov.in

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Notification

The KSP Recruitment 2022 exam notifications will be available on the Karnataka Police Department’s official website. Applicants who meet the requirements can apply for the positions both online and offline.

For the most up-to-date information on KSP Recruitment 2022, applicants should go to the official website. Approximately 4000 vacant positions will be filled by the department.

KSP Recruitment 2022 Exam Dates

The following are the key dates and exam dates for KSP Recruitment 2022:

Events	Important Dates
Release of KSP Recruitment 2022 Official Notification	May 2022
Online Application Registration Starting Date	May 2022
Online Form Submission Last Date	July 2022
Last Date to Pay the Application Fees	July 2022
Issue of Admit Card	To Be Announced
Date of Prelims Exam	To Be Announced
Date of Mains Exam	To Be Announced
Announcement of KSP 2022 Results	To Be Announced

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Vacancies

The following is a list of police agencies that will be recruiting through the KSP Recruitment 2022 process:

Traffic Police	Metropolitan Police	State Armed Police Forces
District and Division wise Police Department	Border Security Force (BSF)	State & Central Police
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)	Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)	Criminal Investigation Department (CB-CID)
Railway Protection Force (RPF)	Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)	Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
National Security Guards (NSG)	National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)	Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D)
Special Protection Group (SPG)	National Investigation Agency (NIA)	Indian Income-tax Department
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)	Central Armed Police Force (CAPF)	Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Eligibility Criteria

The candidates who wish to pursue a career in the Karnataka Police Department must apply for the KSP Recruitment 2022. The candidates must check eligibility criteria for various posts and designations before applying for the same. The eligibility criteria are discussed below in detail:

Those interested in working for the Karnataka Police Department should apply for the KSP Recruitment 2022. Aspirants can check the eligibility requirements for various positions and designations before applying. The following are the eligibility criteria in detail:

Criteria for Becoming an Armed Police Constable

• The applicant must be a citizen of India.
• For this position, only men are eligible to apply.
• The applicant must have graduated from a recognised board or institution with a class 10th or equivalent.
• Applicants in the General category must be between the ages of 18 and 25.
• Candidates in the SC/ST/CAT-01/2A/2B/3A/3B categories must be between the ages of 18 years and 27 years.
• The Tribal positions require applicants to be between the ages of 18 and 30.

Armed Police Sub Inspector Eligibility Criteria- Armed RSI, SRSI, Sub Inspector, and PSI Posts

• The applicant must be a citizen of India.
• For this position, only men are eligible to apply.
• The applicant must be a resident of Karnataka or possess a Karnataka domicile certificate.
• Both verbally and in writing, the candidate must be fluent in Kannada.
• Applicants must have a three-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline from a recognised university or institution.
• In the General category, applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 25.
• SC, ST, CAT– 01, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, and CAT- 02 applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 27 years old.
• Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 30 to be eligible.

Criteria for Civil Police Constable Eligibility

• The applicant must be a citizen of India.
• In any discipline, the candidate must have completed their 12th grade or equivalent from a recognised board.
• Applicants for the General category must be between the ages of 19 and 25.
• SC, ST, CAT-01, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, and CAT-02 candidates must be between the ages of 19 and 27.
• Tribal students must be between the ages of 19 and 30 years old.

Criteria for Special Reserve Police Constables and Bandsmen Eligibility

• The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
• In any discipline, he must have received his tenth or equivalent from a recognised board or institution.
• In the General category, applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 25.
• SC, ST, and other backward category applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 27.

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Application Form

Candidates are interested in applying for the KSP Recruitment 2022 can do so both online and offline. Applicants must carefully review the eligibility requirements and exam pattern before applying, and should only apply if they are qualified for the Karnataka State Police.

Before you apply, keep these things in mind.

• The individual’s information on the application form must be accurate and complete.
• Applicants must provide all supporting documentation.
• The provided phone number and email address must be current and valid.
• The most recent photograph of the candidate should be uploaded.
• A valid certificate is required for candidates with reservations.

Online Application for KSP Recruitment 2022

The following are the steps to apply for the KSP Recruitment 2022 online:

• Visit the Karnataka State Police Department’s official website.
• Use an active phone number, email address, and password to sign up.
• On the Home page, look for the ‘News Section.’
• Go to the Notifications section of the menu.
• The Karnataka Police Recruitment Notification 2022 is available in PDF format.
• By carefully reading the instructions, you can determine if you are eligible.
• Search for the “Apply Online” link and click on it.
• Fill in the blanks with all of the required information.
• Use the available online payment options to pay the application fee.
• Complete and submit the form.
• After downloading the application form, fill it out and print it.

Offline Application for KSP Recruitment 2022

The following are the steps to apply for the KSP Recruitment 2022 by mail:

• Visit the Karnataka State Police Department’s official website.
• Use an active phone number, email address, and password to sign up.
• On the home page, look for the News section.
• Go to the Notifications section of the menu.
• The Karnataka Police Recruitment Notification 2022 is available in PDF format.
• By carefully reading the guidelines, you can determine if you are eligible.
• Install the software on your computer.
• Fill out the form completely and accurately.
• Using a demand draught, pay the application fees.
• Attach the required documents to the application and mail it to the above-mentioned address.

Documents Required for KSP Recruitment 2022 Application Form

The documents required during the Karnataka State Police recruitment process are mentioned below:

• Marksheet and Certificate of Graduation (if required)
• Ration Card
• Physically Disabled Certificate (if required)
• Passport size photographs
• Community Certificate (if required)
• A certificate signed by the Gazetted Officer
• Aadhar Card
• Birth Certificate
• Marksheet and Certificate of Class 10th
• Voter ID
• Driving License
• Marksheet and Certificate of Class 12th (if required)
• Passport
• Residence Certificate
• Pan Card

KSP Recruitment 2022 Application Fees

Both online and offline payment options are available for the KSP Recruitment process for the year 2022. Payments can be made online with a debit card, credit card, or net banking account.

You can also make payments at the HDFC bank or the post office. The following are the details of the fees that candidates in various categories must pay:

Category	Application Fees
General	INR 400
OBC – 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B	INR 400
SC/ST	INR. 200
CAT-01	INR 200

Relevant Links
Telangana Police	Arunachal Pradesh Police	HP Police
Mizoram Police	Sikkim Police	IB ACIO

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Admit Card

The admit card for the KSP exam 2022 will be available on the KSP department’s official website. Applicants must bring their KSP Admit Card to the exam centre; otherwise, they will not be permitted to take the exam.

The following information will be included on the KSP 2022 Admit Card:

• Reporting Time
• Date of Exam
• Name of the Candidate
• Date of Birth
• Exam Day Instructions
• Photograph and Signature
• Registration number
• Name of Exam Centre

How to Download the KSP Recruitment 2022 Admit Card?

The steps to obtain the KSP Recruitment 2022 Admit Card are as follows:

• Visit the Karnataka Police Department’s official website.
• Select ‘Admit Card’ from the drop-down menu.
• User ID (registration number) and password must be entered.
• On your screen, the Admit Card will appear.
• Save the admit card to your computer for future use.

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Exam Pattern

For the KSP Recruitment 2022, candidates must take a common written exam that consists of two parts: prelims and mains. The selected applicants must then appear for a Physical Examination specific to their position.

KSP Recruitment 2022 Prelims Exam Pattern

• The KSP Prelims exam consists of two 200-question papers.
• Both papers are 90 minutes long.
• The total score for both papers is 200.
• The inquiries are both descriptive and objective in nature.
• 0.25 marks are deducted from the final score for each incorrect answer.

Paper	Types of Questions	Total Marks
Prelims Paper-I	Descriptive-Type Questions (English/Kannada)	50 Marks
Prelims Paper-II	Objective-type Questions (MCQs)	150 marks

KSP Recruitment 2022 Mains Exam Pattern

• The language paper (English/Kannada) in the KSP Mains exam is descriptive in nature.
• Essay writing, precise writing, and sentence translation are all part of the exam.
• The exam will last 90 minutes and will be worth 50 marks.

Topic	Total Marks
Essay Writing	20 Marks
Precise Writing	10 Marks
Sentence Translation	20 Marks
Total Marks	50 Marks

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Exam Syllabus

The written exam syllabus for all applicants for KSP positions is the same. Following the written exam, the shortlisted applicants must appear for the Physical Standard Test and Physical Endurance requirements. The following is the Karnataka Police Exam Syllabus:

General Mental Ability	Comprehension	General Knowledge
Basic Numeracy and Data Interpretation	Numerical Aptitude	Logical Reasoning
Decision Making and Problem Solving	General Awareness	Analytical Ability
Information Technology and its Application	Mathematical Ability	–

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Results

The Karnataka Police Department releases the result on its official website. The candidates can check their results with their credentials.

How to Check KSP Recruitment 2022 Results?

The result is posted on the Karnataka Police Department’s official website. Applicants can use their credentials to check their results.

The steps to check the KSP Recruitment 2022 Results are as follows:

• Visit the Karnataka Police Department’s official website.
• Look for an announcement about the KSP Recruitment 2022 result.
• Enter your registration number as well as your password.
• On the screen, the KSP Recruitment 2022 Result will appear.
• Take a printout of the result after downloading it.

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Expected Cutoffs

The KSP exam 2022 cut-off marks will be announced as soon as the results are released. The cut-off marks are determined by a number of factors, including:

• The number of candidates who appeared for the exam.
• Cut off of the previous year
• Number of vacancies announced
• Number of candidates from reserved category
• The difficulty level of the exam
• Highest marks obtained

For both male and female applicants, the expected cut-off marks for the KSP Recruitment 2022 are as follows:

Category	Cut-off marks (Female candidates)	Cut-off marks (Male candidates)
General	35-45 marks	40-50 marks
Scheduled Caste (SC)	25-35 marks	30-40 marks
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	25-35 marks	30-40 marks
CAT-01	25-35 marks	30-40 marks
2A & 2B	35-45 marks	30-40 marks
3A & 3B	35-45 marks	30-40 marks
Tribal	20-30 marks	25-35 marks

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Selection Process

The Karnataka State Police uses a four-stage selection process to find qualified applicants for various positions:

1. Written Examination
2. Physical Test
3. Medical Examination
4. Interview

For all candidates for various positions, the written examination is the same. The following is a detailed description of the selection process for the various posts under the KSP Recruitment 2022:

Selection Process for KSP Armed Police Constable

KSP Armed Police Constable has 2 stages –

• Written Exam
• Physical Endurance Test (PET)

Event	Distance/Height	Time/Chances
Shot Put (7.26 Kgs)	5.60 m	3 Chances
Long Jump	3.80 m	3 Chances
High Jump	1.20 m	3 Chances
Running	1600 m	6 min 30 sec

• Physical Standard Test (PST)

Category	Tribal	All other categories other than Tribal
Chest	75 cm	86 cm
Height	158 cm	170 cm

Selection Process for KSP Armed Police Sub Inspector- Armed RSI, SRSI, Sub Inspector, and PSI Posts

Here is the selection process for Armed RSI, SRSI, Sub Inspector, PSI Posts:

• Written Exam
• Physical Endurance Test (PET)

Event	Distance/Height	Time/Chances
Shot Put (7.26 Kgs)	5.60 m	3 Chances
Long Jump	3.80 m	3 Chances
High Jump	1.20 m	3 Chances
Running	1600 m	6 min 30 sec

• Physical Standard Test (PST)

Category	Tribal	All other categories other than Tribal
Chest	75 cm	86 cm
Height	158 cm	170 cm

Selection Process for KSP Civil Police Constable

The selection process for KSP Civil Police Constable has been elaborated here:

• Written Exam
• Physical Endurance Test (PET)

Candidates	Requirements	Tribal	Other Candidates
Women	Weight	45 kg	45 kg
Height	150 cm	158 cm
Men	Chest	75 cm	86 cm
Height	155 cm	170 cm

• Efficiency Test (ET)

For Women

Event	Distance/Height	Time/Chances
Shot Put (4 Kgs)	3.75 m	3 Chances
Long Jump	2.50 m	3 Chances
High Jump	0.90 m	3 Chances
Running	400 m	2 min 30 sec

For Men

Event	Distance/Height	Time/Chances
Shot Put (7.26 Kgs)	5.60 m	3 Chances
Long Jump	3.80 m	3 Chances
High Jump	1.20 m	3 Chances
Running	1600 m	6 min 30 sec

Selection Process for Special Reserve Police Constable and Bandsmen

Here is the selection process for the posts of Special Reserve Police Constable and Bandsmen:

• Written Exam
• Physical Standard Test (PST)

For Women

Category	Tribal	All other Women
Weight	45 kg	45 kg
Height	150 cm	158 cm

For Men

Category	Tribal	All other Men
Chest	75 cm	86 cm
Height	155 cm	170 cm

For Ex-servicemen

Height	–
Chest	86 cm

• Physical Endurance Test (PET)

For Women and Ex-servicemen

Event	Distance/Height	Time/Chances
Shot Put (4 Kgs)	3.75 m	3 Chances
Long Jump	2.50 m	3 Chances
High Jump	0.90 m	3 Chances
Running	400 m	2 min 30 sec

For Others

Event	Distance/Height	Time/Chances
Shot Put (7.26 Kgs)	5.60 m	3 Chances
Long Jump	3.80 m	3 Chances
High Jump	1.20 m	3 Chances
Running	1600 m	6 min 30 sec

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KSP Recruitment 2022 Salary & Benefits

The following is the salary structure for the various posts that will be recruited under the KSP Recruitment 2022:

Name of the Post	Pay Scale
Civil Police Constable	INR 21,400 – INR 42,000
Special Reserve Police Constable and Bandsmen	INR 21,500
Armed Police Constable	INR 25,800 – INR 51,400
Armed Police Sub Inspector	INR 37,900- INR 70,850

Every year, the Karnataka Police Department posts vacancies on its official website for the recruitment process. Aspirants should keep an eye on the official notifications and updates for KSP Recruitment 2022.

On the official website, the dates for the KSP application process will be announced soon. It is necessary to check the eligibility requirements for the position for which you are applying. KSP Previous Year Question Papers can also be used to get an idea of the exam pattern and syllabus.

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KSP Recruitment 2022 FAQs