The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the Admission Ticket / Hall Ticket for the Armed Police Constable (CAR / DAR) Written Examination 2026 for 1,600 vacancies (1,421 RPC + 179 KK Cadre). The written examination is scheduled to be held on 06 September 2026 (Sunday) in two separate sessions. Candidates can download their hall ticket using their Application Number and Name from the official portal cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Important Dates
| Hall Ticket Release Date | 31 August 2026 (Available Now) |
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| Written Examination Date | 06 September 2026 (Sunday) |
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| RPC Shift Timing | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM |
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| KK Shift Timing | 03:00 PM to 04:30 PM |
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Exam Summary
| Organization | KEA & Karnataka State Police |
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| Post Name | Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR) |
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| Total Vacancies | 1,600 Posts (RPC: 1,421 | KK: 179) |
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| Exam Mode | Offline OMR-Based Test |
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Written Exam Pattern
| Total Questions | 100 Objective MCQs |
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| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
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| Duration | 90 Minutes (1.5 Hours) |
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| Negative Marking | 0.25 Marks deducted per wrong answer |
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| Subjects | General Knowledge, Science, Geography, History, Indian Constitution, Freedom Movement, Mental Ability & Ethics. |
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Shift & Session Schedule
| Residual Cadre (RPC) Shift | Reporting: 09:00 AM Exam Time: 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM |
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| Kalyana Karnataka (KK) Shift | Reporting: 01:30 PM Exam Time: 03:00 PM to 04:30 PM |
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How to Download KEA CAR DAR Hall Ticket 2026
- Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” section on the homepage.
- Select “Armed Police Constable (CAR/DAR) Recruitment 2026”.
- Click on the link titled “Admission Ticket / ಪ್ರವೇಶ ಪತ್ರ for CAR/DAR Written Examination”.
- Enter your Application Number / Enrolment ID and the first four letters of your name.
- Enter the security captcha code shown on the screen and click on Submit.
- Your KEA CAR DAR Hall Ticket 2026 will appear on the screen.
- Check your name, roll number, exam center address, shift timings, and reporting instructions carefully.
- Download and take at least 2 clear printouts to carry to the examination centre.
Important Documents Required on Exam Day
- Printed copy of KEA CAR DAR Hall Ticket 2026.
- Original Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Passport, or PAN Card).
- 2 Recent Passport-size Colour Photographs.
- Blue or Black Ballpoint Pen for shading the OMR answer sheet.
- (Electronic gadgets, smart watches, calculators, and mobile phones are strictly prohibited).
Important Links
Before Downloading Admit Card
Please verify the official website, exam date, reporting time, exam city, and required identity documents before visiting the exam center.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
