About PSI Exam
This examination will be conducted by the Dept of Police in Karnataka to recruit various posts like PSI, RSI, KSRP PSI, PSI CIVIL, etc. Examination is held in two modes i.e, a. Written exam and b. physical test. Written exam will be held on two papers. Physical Test includes running, long jump, high jump, shot put , height and chest test of the candidate. Minimum eligible height is 168cm for male and 157cm for female. Chest expansion 5cm (male).
PSI Exam
- Coaching strictly according to syllabus
- Free Training for Endurance Test
- Focus on Essay, Translation and Precis writing
- Course Duration: 4 months
- Time: 9 am to 12 pm / 4 pm to 7 pm
- Faculties: 8 Resource Persons
- Hostel: ICS, Dharwad
- Model Tests: Paper I & Paper II Every Sunday
Karnataka PSI Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications:
- In order to apply for the Karnataka PSI Exam 2021, the candidate must have a graduation degree from a university recognised by UGC.
- For the in-service candidates, they should have at least 5 years of experience as PC/HC/ASI in any wing of Karnataka State Police.
Age Limit
The age limit for applying for the Karnataka PSI Exam 2021, a general candidate should be minimum 21 years to maximum 30 years. However, there is age relaxation for the reserved (SC, ST, CAT-01, 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B) candidates. For them, the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 32 years.
KSP provides age relaxations for the upper age limit to the Reserved categories. The relaxation is provided as per the guidelines laid down by the Government. The category-wise list of upper age relaxation is given below:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 2 years upper age relaxation |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 years upper age relaxation |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 2 years upper age limit relaxation |
| Tribal Candidates (Residing in forest areas of Karnataka ) | 5 years upper age limit relaxation |
Physical Fitness
| Category | Height | Chest | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 168 cms | 86cm (5 cms expansion) | |
| Female | 157 cms | Not applicable | 45 kg |
| Ex-service candidates | 168 cms | 86cm (5 cms expansion) |
Endurance Test:
The candidates must clear the Endurance Test to qualify for the Physical Standard Test. The selection parameters for the Karnataka Police Sub-Inspector Endurance Test are given below:
Male candidates
| Activity | Qualifying conditions |
|---|---|
| 1600 Mtrs Run | 7 minutes |
| Long Jump Or High Jump | 3.80 mtr (in 3 chances only) OR 1.20 mtr (in 3 chances only) |
| Shot put (7.26 Kg) | 5.60 mtr (in 3 chances only) |
Female candidates
| Activity | Qualifying conditions |
|---|---|
| 400 mtr run | 2 minutes |
| Long Jump Or High Jump | 2.50 mtr (in 3 chances only) OR 0.9 mtr (in 3 chances only) |
| Shot put (4 Kg) | 3.75 mtr (in 3 chances only) |
Ex-servicemen
| Activity | Qualifying conditions |
|---|---|
| 400 mtr run | 2 minutes |
| Long Jump Or High Jump | 2.50 mtr (in 3 chances only) OR 0.9 mtr (in 3 chances only) |
| Shot put (4 Kg) | 3.75 mtr (in 3 chances only) |
Karnataka Police SI Exam Pattern 2021
Knowing the KSP PSI Exam Pattern 2021 is extremely crucial to outline the study plan & schedule for the written exam. The Police SI Exam Pattern gives an insight into the subjects or sections that the Exam will have. So, check the complete KSP SI Exam Pattern 2021 here.
Paper-I Exam Pattern:
| Subject | No. of Marks |
|---|---|
| Essay Writing | 20 |
| Translation from English to Kannada & vice versa | 20 |
| Precis Writing | 10 |
| Total | 50 |
Paper-II Exam Pattern:
| Subject | No. of Marks | Duration | No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge Current Affairs Mental Ability |
150 | 90 minutes | 150 |