Applicants who wish to secure positions in the Karnataka Police department now have until the final deadline to submit their online forms for the Karnataka Police (Civil) Recruitment 2026. The recruitment notification has been released by the Karnataka State Level Career Entrance Testing Cell, which is responsible for conducting competitive examinations for state government posts.
A total of 3,995 vacancies have been announced across multiple levels of the police force under Group C and Group D categories. These positions include roles such as Constables, Sub-Inspectors, and other civil services posts that support law enforcement operations throughout the state. Candidates belonging to all eligible categories are encouraged to apply before the portal shuts down.
The official application process runs through the Karnataka CET cell's online platform at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Interested candidates must visit the website, navigate to the recruitment section, and fill in the required personal, educational, and category details. A registration fee is applicable, though fee concessions and exemptions are available for candidates from reserved categories as per government norms.
Eligibility criteria typically require candidates to be Indian nationals, within the prescribed age limits, and having passed the minimum educational qualification specified for each post. Physical fitness standards and medical requirements also apply for many of the police positions.
Candidates who miss today's deadline will need to wait for any future recruitment drives, as the Karnataka Police recruitment cycle does not occur frequently. The selection process will likely involve a written examination conducted through the CET cell, followed by physical efficiency tests, document verification, and medical checks for shortlisted applicants.
Officials have reminded aspirants to carefully verify their application details before final submission, as corrections may not be permitted after the last date. Applicants are advised to keep scanned photographs, signatures, and supporting documents ready before starting the online form-filling process.
