ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಪಿಎಸ್‌ಐ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ
Karnataka PSI Exam
ಅರ್ಹತೆ, ವಯೋಮಿತಿ, ಪರೀಕ್ಷಾ ಮಾದರಿ, ಪಠ್ಯಕ್ರಮ, ಆಯ್ಕೆ ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆ ಮತ್ತು ಮಾಕ್ ಟೆಸ್ಟ್ — ಈ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಗೆ ಬೇಕಾದ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಮಾಹಿತಿಯನ್ನು ಒಂದೇ ಗೈಡ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ನೋಡಿ.
EXAM DETAILS • ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ ವಿವರ
ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯ ಸಂಪೂರ್ಣ ಮಾಹಿತಿ / Complete Exam Details
Exam Overview / ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ ಪರಿಚಯ
Karnataka PSI Exam is the recruitment examination for the post of Police Sub-Inspector conducted by the Karnataka State Police Recruitment Wing. Depending on the notification, recruitment may be conducted for Civil PSI, Armed Reserve PSI, Special Reserve PSI, Karnataka State Industrial Security Force PSI and other cadres. Candidates should always read the latest cadre-specific notification because eligibility, physical standards, vacancies, application dates, fee and selection rules may differ. ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಪಿಎಸ್‌ಐ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯು ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಸಬ್‌ಇನ್‌ಸ್ಪೆಕ್ಟರ್ ಹುದ್ದೆಗೆ ನಡೆಯುವ ನೇಮಕಾತಿ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯಾಗಿದೆ. ಸಿವಿಲ್ ಪಿಎಸ್‌ಐ, ಆರ್ಮ್ಡ್ ರಿಸರ್ವ್ ಪಿಎಸ್‌ಐ, ಸ್ಪೆಷಲ್ ರಿಸರ್ವ್ ಪಿಎಸ್‌ಐ ಮತ್ತು ಇತರ ಕೇಡರ್‌ಗಳಿಗೆ ನಿಯಮಗಳು ಬದಲಾಗಬಹುದು.
Latest Official Update / ಇತ್ತೀಚಿನ ಅಧಿಕೃತ ಅಪ್‌ಡೇಟ್
As of September 3, 2026, the Karnataka State Police recruitment portal displays recent 2026 recruitment notices for constable and reserve-police posts, while the latest PSI-related updates visible on the portal concern the Civil PSI 402 and 545 recruitment cycles and related select lists. A fresh general Civil PSI notification, vacancies, application dates and exam date could not be verified from the current official recruitment listings. Aspirants should check the latest official KSP notification before relying on any 2026 PSI claim. ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 3, 2026ರ ಸ್ಥಿತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ, ಹೊಸ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಸಿವಿಲ್ ಪಿಎಸ್‌ಐ ಅಧಿಸೂಚನೆ, ಹುದ್ದೆಗಳ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆ ಅಥವಾ ಪರೀಕ್ಷಾ ದಿನಾಂಕವನ್ನು ಅಧಿಕೃತವಾಗಿ ದೃಢೀಕರಿಸಲಾಗಿಲ್ಲ.
Important Dates & Status / ಪ್ರಮುಖ ದಿನಾಂಕಗಳು
No fresh Karnataka PSI notification date, application start date, last date or written-exam date was verified from the current official PSI recruitment listing. Recent official portal records show the Civil PSI 545 and 402 recruitment cycles progressing through select-list and related updates in 2024 and 2025. Check the latest notification for exact dates. ಇತ್ತೀಚಿನ ಅಧಿಸೂಚನೆಯ ದಿನಾಂಕಗಳು ಪ್ರಕಟವಾದ ನಂತರ ಮಾತ್ರ ಖಚಿತಪಡಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ.
Eligibility & Age Limit / ಅರ್ಹತೆ ಮತ್ತು ವಯೋಮಿತಿ
For recent direct Civil PSI recruitment cycles, a degree or equivalent qualification was required, but the exact educational qualification, age limit, reservation conditions and relaxation are notification-specific. Candidates must verify the latest notification for the relevant PSI cadre before applying. ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯವಾಗಿ ಪದವಿ ಅಥವಾ ಸಮಾನ ಅರ್ಹತೆ ಅಗತ್ಯವಿರಬಹುದು; ಆದರೆ ವಯಸ್ಸು, ವರ್ಗವಾರು ವಿನಾಯಿತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಇತರ ಷರತ್ತುಗಳು ಅಧಿಸೂಚನೆಗೆ ಅನುಗುಣವಾಗಿ ಬದಲಾಗುತ್ತವೆ.
How to Apply / ಅರ್ಜಿ ವಿಧಾನ
Apply Online is enabled only when a current notification is released. The usual process is to register on the designated Karnataka State Police recruitment portal, enter personal and educational details, upload the required documents and photograph, pay the prescribed fee if applicable, submit the form and preserve the application copy. Do not use an old recruitment portal or an unofficial application link for a new cycle. ಹೊಸ ಅಧಿಸೂಚನೆ ಬಂದಾಗ ಮಾತ್ರ ಅಧಿಕೃತ ಪೋರ್ಟಲ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಆನ್‌ಲೈನ್ ಅರ್ಜಿ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿ.
Application Fee / ಅರ್ಜಿ ಶುಲ್ಕ
The current PSI application fee was not verified from an active official PSI notification. Check the cadre-specific notification for category-wise fee, payment deadline and refund rules.
Selection Process / ಆಯ್ಕೆ ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆ
The selection process depends on the PSI cadre and notification. Recent Civil PSI recruitment information indicates a physical stage involving Endurance Test and Physical Standard Test, followed by a written examination. The written examination pattern historically included a descriptive Paper 1 and an objective Paper 2. Document verification and medical examination may also apply. The latest notification will decide the exact sequence and qualifying requirements. ಆಯ್ಕೆ ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯವಾಗಿ ET/PET, PST, Written Exam, ದಾಖಲೆ ಪರಿಶೀಲನೆ ಮತ್ತು ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ ಇರಬಹುದು; ಅಂತಿಮ ಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಅಧಿಸೂಚನೆಯೇ ನಿರ್ಧರಿಸುತ್ತದೆ.
PET / PST & Physical Standards
Recent Civil PSI recruitment material describes an Endurance Test and Physical Standard Test. A commonly cited Civil PSI standard for eligible direct male candidates is a 1600-metre run within 7 minutes, but physical events and standards may vary by cadre, gender, in-service status and notification. Do not treat this figure as a universal current rule without checking the latest official notice. ಮಹಿಳಾ, ಸೇವೆಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ, ಮಾಜಿ ಸೈನಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ವಿಶೇಷ ಕೇಡರ್ ಅಭ್ಯರ್ಥಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಪ್ರತ್ಯೇಕ ಮಾನದಂಡಗಳು ಇರಬಹುದು.
Exam Pattern / ಪರೀಕ್ಷಾ ಮಾದರಿ
For recent Civil PSI recruitment cycles, the written examination has generally comprised two papers: Paper 1, descriptive, carrying 50 marks; and Paper 2, objective, carrying 150 marks. Historical syllabus material gives a duration of 1 hour 30 minutes for each paper. Negative-marking rules, qualifying marks, language instructions and the exact question structure must be confirmed from the latest notification. ಇತ್ತೀಚಿನ ಸಿವಿಲ್ ಪಿಎಸ್‌ಐ ಮಾದರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ 1 ಮತ್ತು ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ 2 ಎಂಬ ಎರಡು ಪತ್ರಿಕೆಗಳಿವೆ; ಆದರೆ ಹೊಸ ಅಧಿಸೂಚನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಬದಲಾವಣೆ ಸಾಧ್ಯ.
Complete Syllabus / ಸಂಪೂರ್ಣ ಪಠ್ಯಕ್ರಮ
Paper 1Descriptive: Essay writing, précis or summary writing, and translation between Kannada and English. Historical Civil PSI syllabus material specifies an essay of up to 600 words and assesses language expression, comprehension, grammar and translation ability.
Paper 2Objective: General Studies, General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Mental Ability. Important preparation areas include Indian Constitution, Indian freedom movement, ancient and medieval history, Indian and Karnataka geography, Indian economy, general science, science and technology, art and culture, literature, national and international current affairs, arithmetic, reasoning, number system, percentages, ratio and proportion, average, profit and loss, simple and compound interest, time and work, time and distance, data interpretation, problems on ages, mixture and allegation, boats and streams, pipes and cisterns, clocks and calendars. ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ 1: ಪ್ರಬಂಧ, ಸಾರಾಂಶ ಅಥವಾ précis, ಕನ್ನಡ-ಇಂಗ್ಲಿಷ್ ಅನುವಾದ. ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ 2: ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ, ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಜ್ಞಾನ, ಪ್ರಚಲಿತ ಘಟನೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಸಾಮರ್ಥ್ಯ.
Salary & Pay Scale / ವೇತನ
A current official PSI salary figure was not verified from a fresh recruitment notification. Pay scale, allowances, probation conditions and in-hand salary may change under Karnataka pay-revision orders. Candidates should use the latest official notification or applicable government pay order rather than relying on coaching-site salary figures. ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತ ವೇತನ ಶ್ರೇಣಿ ಅಧಿಕೃತ ಹೊಸ ಅಧಿಸೂಚನೆಯಿಂದ ದೃಢಪಡಿಸಬೇಕು.
Previous Papers / ಹಿಂದಿನ ಪ್ರಶ್ನೆಪತ್ರಿಕೆ
Previous Papers are useful for understanding the descriptive Paper 1 format, recurring General Studies areas, Mental Ability difficulty, Kannada-English translation expectations and time management. Practise available official question papers, answer keys and marks documents when released, and separate Civil PSI papers from Armed Reserve, Special Reserve and KSISF papers because their patterns may differ. ಹಿಂದಿನ ಪ್ರಶ್ನೆಪತ್ರಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕೇಡರ್ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ವಿಂಗಡಿಸಿ ಅಭ್ಯಾಸ ಮಾಡಿ.
Cutoff, Result & Answer Key
No single current Karnataka PSI Cutoff can be stated because cutoff depends on cadre, category, gender, region, vacancies, examination cycle, physical qualification and merit rules. Official select lists and marks lists should be used for historical comparison. Do not present a coaching institute’s expected cutoff as an official cutoff.
Documents Required / ಅಗತ್ಯ ದಾಖಲೆಗಳು
Keep degree or equivalent qualification proof, government photo identity proof, date-of-birth proof, category and reservation certificates where applicable, Karnataka or regional eligibility documents if required, recent photograph, signature, in-service or ex-serviceman certificates where applicable, and the submitted application copy. The latest notification may require additional documents.
Preparation Strategy / ತಯಾರಿ ಕ್ರಮ
Preparation should run on two parallel tracks. For the written exam, complete Karnataka-focused General Studies, Indian Constitution, history, geography, economy, science, current affairs and Mental Ability; write one essay and one translation practice set each week; and solve timed objective tests. For PET/PST, begin gradual running, mobility, strength and recovery training well before the physical test. Use a weekly cycle: five days of academic study, three to five days of physical conditioning, one full mock-test session and one revision day. Avoid last-minute intensive running or strength training. ದಿನನಿತ್ಯದ ಓದಿನ ಜೊತೆಗೆ ದೈಹಿಕ ತರಬೇತಿಯನ್ನು ನಿರಂತರವಾಗಿ ನಡೆಸುವುದು ಮುಖ್ಯ.
Frequently Asked Questions / ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಪ್ರಶ್ನೆಗಳು
What is Karnataka PSI Exam? / ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ PSI ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ ಎಂದರೇನು?
It is the Karnataka State Police recruitment examination for Police Sub-Inspector posts. The exact cadre, eligibility and selection stages are announced separately.
What is the educational qualification for Karnataka PSI? / ಶೈಕ್ಷಣಿಕ ಅರ್ಹತೆ ಏನು?
Recent direct Civil PSI recruitment cycles required a degree or equivalent qualification. Candidates must verify the latest notification because cadre-specific rules may differ.
Is PET or PST compulsory for Karnataka PSI? / PET ಅಥವಾ PST ಕಡ್ಡಾಯವೇ?
Recent Civil PSI recruitment cycles included Endurance Test and Physical Standard Test. The exact events and standards depend on the cadre and notification.
What is the Karnataka PSI written Exam Pattern?
Historical Civil PSI pattern consists of descriptive Paper 1 for 50 marks and objective Paper 2 for 150 marks. Confirm duration, negative marking and qualifying rules in the latest notification.
What is included in Karnataka PSI Paper 1?
Paper 1 has historically covered essay writing, précis or summary writing and Kannada-English translation.
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