Karnataka Police SI exam at a glance
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Karnataka Police SI key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Karnataka State Police (KSP) |
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| Official website | ksp.karnataka.gov.in ↗ |
| Mode | Recruitment for Police Sub-Inspector (PSI) by the Karnataka State Police: the Endurance Test (ET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) are conducted first and are qualifying, followed by a written examination that decides merit, an interview / personality test, a medical examination and document verification. |
| Frequency | As and when vacancies arise, by KSP notification. |
| Scoring & marking | The Endurance Test (a 1600 m run for men — time as specified in the notification — plus long jump of about 3.80 m for men and 2.50 m for women, high jump of about 1.20 m for men and 0.90 m for women, and shot put of 7.26 kg to about 5.60 m for men) and the Physical Standard Test (minimum height about 168 cm for men and 157 cm for women, chest about 86 cm with expansion for men) are qualifying. The written examination has a descriptive Paper-I (about 50 marks — essay, precis and translation, including a Kannada component) and an objective Paper-II (about 150 marks, with negative marking) covering mental ability, general knowledge and current affairs; an interview follows. |
| Language | Kannada (mandatory) and English. |
Who is eligible for Karnataka Police SI?
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, with a Kannada-language requirement (having studied Kannada up to SSLC or passing a Kannada qualifying test), within the prescribed age limits and physical standards.
Last verified July 2026 against Karnataka State Police — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
Karnataka Police SI section breakdown
The Karnataka Police SI mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q)
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Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
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Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
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Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
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Current Affairs (20 Q)
Marking scheme
+1 per correct. Try your score.
Strategy: Karnataka Police SI has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: Karnataka Police SI (out of 100).
How Karnataka Police SI is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
Karnataka Police SI time strategy
With 100 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 54 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q)
- Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
- Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
- Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
- Current Affairs (20 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
Karnataka Police SI topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of Karnataka Police SI, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q)
- GK-KA — History · 7
- GK-KA — Monuments · 3
- GK-KA — Environment · 2
- GK-KA — Literature · 2
- GK-KA — Culture · 1
Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
- Indian Polity · 22
Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
- Reasoning — Ranking · 4
- Reasoning — Number Logic · 4
- Reasoning — Analogy · 4
- Reasoning — Verbal Logic · 3
- Reasoning — Calendar · 2
- Reasoning — Cubes · 2
- Reasoning — Seating · 1
- Reasoning — Arrangement · 1
Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
- Quant — Ratio & Proportion · 7
- Quant — Average · 7
- Quant — Profit & Loss · 6
- Quant — Time & Work · 1
Current Affairs (20 Q)
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 20
Karnataka Police SI difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Karnataka Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering Karnataka & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
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Expert take: what Karnataka Police SI really tests
The Karnataka Police Sub-Inspector (PSI) is recruited by the Karnataka State Police (KSP). The Endurance Test (1600 m run, long jump ~3.80 m, high jump ~1.20 m, shot put) and Physical Standard Test (height 168 cm men / 157 cm women) come FIRST, as qualifying stages, followed by the written examination — a descriptive Paper-I (~50 marks: essay, precis, translation, including Kannada) and an objective Paper-II (~150 marks, with negative marking) — and then an interview. Kannada knowledge is mandatory and a graduate degree is required.
Preparation tips
- Peak your endurance first — the physical stages precede the written exam.
- Prepare both the descriptive Paper-I and the objective Paper-II.
- Meet the Kannada-language requirement.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Neglecting the descriptive Paper-I (essay, precis, translation).
- Delaying physical training — the Endurance Test comes first.
Karnataka Police SI study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Endurance Test (1600 m run, long jump 3.80 m, high jump 1.20 m, shot put)
- Physical Standard Test (height 168 cm men / 157 cm women)
- Physical stages are qualifying and come first
- Paper-I descriptive (~50 marks): essay, precis, translation + Kannada
- Paper-II objective (~150 marks): mental ability, GK, current affairs
- Manage the negative marking in Paper-II
- Interview / personality test
- Medical examination
- Document verification
Where Karnataka Police SI can take you
A strong Karnataka Police SI result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Police Sub-Inspector (Karnataka)
- Physical first
- Two written papers
- Kannada mandatory
Best books & official prep for Karnataka Police SI
- Karnataka PSI Paper-I & Paper-II guides — Various
- Karnataka GK and Kannada references — Various
Official practice: Apply and prepare from the official KSP notification on ksp.karnataka.gov.in; train first for the Endurance Test and PST, prepare both the descriptive and objective papers, and ensure the Kannada requirement is met.
Previous-year papers: Previous Karnataka PSI papers are available.
Sample Karnataka Police SI practice questions
5 questions taken from the Karnataka Police SI mock tests on Wrexa Edge. Try each one, then reveal the answer.
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Q1. What is the state bird of Karnataka?
- Indian peacock
- Great hornbill
- Indian roller (Blue jay)
- House sparrow
Show answer
Answer: C — Indian roller (Blue jay)
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Q2. Telangana became the 29th state of India in:
- 2012
- 2015
- 2014 (now 28 states after J&K change)
- 2016
Show answer
Answer: C — 2014 (now 28 states after J&K change)
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Q3. In a row of 25, Amit is 10th from left. His position from right is:
- 15th
- 14th
- 16th
- 17th
Show answer
Answer: C — 16th
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Q4. Bandipur and Nagarhole, important tiger reserves, lie in which biodiversity-rich region of Karnataka?
- Eastern Ghats
- Deccan plateau plains
- Aravalli range
- Western Ghats
Show answer
Answer: D — Western Ghats
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Q5. The 42nd Amendment is also known as the:
- Maxi-Constitution
- People's Amendment
- Sweeping Amendment
- Mini-Constitution
Show answer
Answer: D — Mini-Constitution
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Karnataka Police SI exam pattern?
- Karnataka Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment Written Examination contains 100 questions across 5 sections: Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 54 seconds per question).
- Does Karnataka Police SI have negative marking?
- No — Karnataka Police SI has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is Karnataka Police SI scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. Karnataka Police SI (out of 100).
- How can I practise Karnataka Police SI online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you a free full-length Karnataka Police SI mock test — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock that never expires. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of Karnataka Police SI?
- Karnataka Police SI is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Karnataka Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering Karnataka & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the Karnataka Police SI exam?
- Karnataka Police SI runs for 90 minutes total across 5 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in Karnataka Police SI?
- Karnataka Police SI is split into: Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Karnataka Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering Karnataka & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during Karnataka Police SI?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the Karnataka Police SI test adaptive?
- No — Karnataka Police SI is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many Karnataka Police SI mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct Karnataka Police SI variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first one free for everyone and 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free Karnataka Police SI test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge Karnataka Police SI test series for 2026 gives you a free full-length mock test (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are Karnataka Police SI previous year question–style papers included?
- Every Karnataka Police SI mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free Karnataka Police SI mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's Karnataka Police SI mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the Karnataka Police SI mock test on mobile?
- Yes. Karnataka Police SI mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the Karnataka Police SI syllabus?
- The Karnataka Police SI syllabus maps to its 5 sections: Karnataka General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for Karnataka Police SI?
- A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, with a Kannada-language requirement (having studied Kannada up to SSLC or passing a Kannada qualifying test), within the prescribed age limits and physical standards. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic Karnataka Police SI practice: a free full-length mock in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the Karnataka Police SI exam and how should I prepare?
- Official Karnataka Police SI exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you a free Karnataka Police SI mock with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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