KEA Opens Applications for 1,600 Karnataka Armed Police Constable Posts
The drive creates a time-bound entry route for PUC-qualified candidates by offering 1,600 posts with one-time age relaxations and reserved slots for ex-servicemen.
Overview
- The Karnataka Examinations Authority opened online applications on Monday and is accepting submissions until July 22 with fee payments allowed through July 24.
- The recruitment totals 1,600 posts split into 1,421 deputation/general vacancies and 179 local posts for the Kalyana Karnataka division.
- Candidates must hold PUC/Class 12 marks cards by the application deadline and be between 18 and 33 years old on July 22 with a government one-time five-year upper-age relaxation plus extra concessions for ex-servicemen.
- KEA will hold the written test on September 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, the exam includes negative marking, and selected constables will draw a pay scale of Rs 37,500–76,100 per month.
- Applications must be filed at the KEA portal with a Rs 500 fee for general candidates and Rs 250 for other categories; 10% of posts are reserved for ex-servicemen and the authority has urged applicants to watch the portal for admit-card and centre updates.