Karnataka State Police has announced the Karnataka Police Exam Date 2026 for the Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR) recruitment. The written examination will be conducted on 6 September 2026 for candidates who applied for the recruitment.
The recruitment is being conducted for a total of 1,600 Armed Police Constable vacancies under the Kalyana Karnataka and Residual Cadre. The written examination will be conducted in a single shift from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
Karnataka Police Exam Date 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka State Police |
| Post | Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,600 |
| Exam Conducting Authority | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Written Exam Date | 6 September 2026 |
| Exam Day | Sunday |
| Exam Time | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Exam Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
Karnataka Police Written Exam Schedule 2026
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Kannada Language Test | 22 August 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Written Examination | 6 September 2026, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM |
The Kannada Language Test was applicable to candidates who were not exempted under the prescribed conditions. The written examination is scheduled after the language test as part of the recruitment process.
Karnataka Armed Police Constable Vacancy 2026
| Cadre | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Kalyana Karnataka | 179 |
| Residual Cadre | 1,421 |
| Total | 1,600 |
Karnataka Police Exam Pattern 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Question Type | Objective |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
The written examination covers areas such as General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Mental Ability, History, Geography, General Science and the Constitution of India.
Karnataka Police Exam Centre and Reporting Time
Candidates should check their individual hall ticket for the exact examination centre and reporting instructions. The exam is scheduled from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, so candidates should reach the venue sufficiently early to complete the entry and verification process.
Karnataka Police Selection Process 2026
The selection process for the Armed Police Constable recruitment includes the written examination followed by the physical stages and medical examination.
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
The PST and PET dates will be communicated separately to candidates who qualify for the relevant stage.
Important Instructions for Exam Day
- Carry a printed copy of the hall ticket to the examination centre.
- Carry a valid photo identity document as required by the examination instructions.
- Check the examination centre address on the hall ticket before travelling.
- Reach the examination venue before the reporting time mentioned on the hall ticket.
- Follow the instructions printed on the hall ticket and issued by KEA.
How to Check Karnataka Police Exam Date 2026
- Visit the Karnataka Examinations Authority website.
- Open the Karnataka Police recruitment section.
- Find the Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR) recruitment.
- Check the latest examination schedule or hall ticket notice.
- Download your hall ticket and verify the exam date, time and centre.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| KEA Official Website | Visit Website |
| Karnataka Police Recruitment | View Recruitment |
Candidates appearing for the Karnataka Armed Police Constable written examination should check their hall ticket for the exact centre and reporting instructions. The written exam is scheduled for 6 September 2026 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.