KSP Scientific Officer Exam Guide 2026
KSP Scientific Officer 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Ksp scientific officer exam overview
| Name of Organization | KSP | |
|---|---|---|
| KSP Full Form | Karnataka State Police | |
| Official Website | http://rec21.ksp-online.in/ | |
| Advt No | 12/2/2021-22 | 17/2/2021-22 |
| Vacancy | 84 | 16 |
| Notification Release Date | 7th June 2021 | 30th December 2021 |
| Last Date to Apply | 8th July 2021 | 28th January 2022 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced | To be announced |
| Exam Date | To be announced | To be announced |
| Result Date | To be announced | To be announced |
| Mode of Exam | Offline | Offline |
| State | Government Jobs In Karnataka |
📊 Vacancies for KSP Scientific Officer
| Branch | Vacancies(2021) | Vacancies(2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Biology | 12 | 02 |
| Chemistry | 8 | - |
| Narcotics | 2 | - |
| Physics | 5 | 02 |
| DNA | 2 | 04 |
| Unquestioned Document | 10 | - |
| Fire Astra | 6 | - |
| Forensic Psychology | 1 | - |
| Computer Forensic | 5 | 02 |
| Mobile Forensic | 5 | 02 |
| Audio Forensic | 5 | 02 |
| Toxicology | 21 | 02 |
| Photography | 2 | - |
| Total | 84 | 16 |
📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Fee Amount
- SC , ST, CAT-01
- Rs 100
- GM & OBC (2A,2B,3A,3B)
- Rs 250
📊 Application Fee
- GM
- 21 - 35 years
- Category
- Age Limit
- SC, ST, CAT-1
- 21 - 40 years
- OBC (2A/2B/3A & 3B)
- 21 - 38 years
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Branch | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Biology | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Botony / Zoology / Bio-Chemistry / Microbiology/ Life Science / Forensic Science or Equivalent qualification in Bio science with at least 55% aggregate marks |
| Chemistry | Scientific Officer in Narcotics Section: Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Chemistry / Pharmacology / Bio-Chemistry / Forensic Science / Equivalent qualification in Chemical science with at least 55% aggregate marks. |
| Narcotics | Scientific Officer in Narcotics Section: Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Chemistry / Pharmacology / Bio-Chemistry / Forensic Science / Equivalent qualification in Chemical science with at least 55% aggregate marks. |
| Physics | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Physics / Forensic Science / Equivalent qualification in Physical sciences with at least 55% aggregate marks. |
| DNA | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Botany / Zoology / Bio-Chemistry / Microbiology / Life Sciences / Forensic Science or Equivalent qualification in Bio-science with atleast 55% aggregate marks |
| Questioned Document | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Physics or Equivalent qualification in Physical Science / Chemistry or equivalent qualification in Chemical Science / Forensic Science / or equivalent/subjects with at least 55% aggregate marks. |
| Fire Astra | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Physics / Forensic Science / Equivalent qualification in Physical sciences with at least 55% aggregate marks. |
| Forensic psychology | Must be a holder of M.Sc., Degree in Psychology or its equivalent qualification/subjects with specialization in Forensic Psychology / Clinical Psychology with at least 55% aggregate marks |
| Computer Forensic | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Computer science / Electronics / Physics / Forensic Science / Information Science or Technology / Equivalent qualification in Physical Science with at least 55% aggregate marks (Or) M.Tech degree from any recognized university in Computer Science/ Electronics / Information Science or Technology / Telecommunication / Equivalent qualification with at least 55% aggregate marks |
| Mobile Forensic | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Computer Science / Electronics / Physics / Forensic Science / Information Science or Technology / Equivalent qualification in Physical sciences with at least 55% aggregate marks (Or) M.Tech degree from any recognized university in Computer Science / Electronics / Information Science or Technology / Telecommunication / Equivalent qualification with at least 55% aggregate marks |
| Audio Video | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Computer Science / Electronics / Physics / Forensic Science / Information Science or Technology / Equivalent qualification in Physical sciences with at least 55% aggregate marks (Or) M.Tech degree from any recognized university in Computer Science/ Electronics / Information Science or Technolodgy / Telecommunication / Equivalent qualification with at least 55% aggregate mark. |
| Toxicology | Must be a holder of Master’s Degree in Chemistry/pharmacology / Bio-Chemistry / Forensic Science / Equivalent qualification in Chemical science with at least 55% aggregate marks |
| Photography | Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Science. And Must be a Diploma/Degree holder in Cinematography or Photography or in their equivalent qualification subjects granted by an institution recognized by the Government. |
📊 Ksp scientific officer syllabus 2021 -
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | Blood Relations, Directions, Analogy , Coding-Decoding , Alphabet Series, Number Series , Number Ranking, Mirror Images, Non-Verbal Series, Clocks & Calendars, Decision Making , Arithmetical Reasoning, Embedded Figures, Cubes & Dice, etc. |
| General English | Antonyms , Verbs, Tenses , Adverbs , Grammar, Articles , Fill in the Blanks, Error Correction, Comprehension , Synonyms , Vocabulary, Unseen Passages, Idioms & Phrases, Subject-Verb Agreement, Sentence Rearrangement, etc. |
| Numerical Ability | Averages , Percentages , Ages Problems, Number Systems, Time & Distance, Pipes & Cisterns, Data Interpretation , Boats & Streams, Time & Work, Discounts, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss, H.C.F. & L.C.M, Simple & Compound Interest, Mixture and Alligation , etc. |
| General Awareness | Indian Economy, Culture, Indian Polity, Abbreviations, Science & Technology, India Geography, History, Awards & Honors, Important Financial & Economic News, Indian Constitution, |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 75 | 75 | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Technical Paper | 75 | 75 | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 3 Hours |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
| Event | Date(2021 Cycle) | Date(2022 Cycle) |
|---|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 7th June 2021 | 30th December 2021 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7th July 2021 | 28th January 2022 |
| Admit card release Date | To be Notified | To be Notified |
| Written Exam Date | To be Notified | To be Notified |
| Result Date | To be Notified | To be notified |
📊 Salary & Pay Scale Details
- KSP Scientific Officer
- Rs.40,900/- to Rs.78,200/- per month
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.When is the KSP Scientific Officer Recruitment Notification 2022 expected to be published?
The recruitment notification has been out on the KSP website.
Q2.For which posts is KSP recruiting for?
KSP is hiring for a Scientific Officer position.
Q3.When will the application form process begin?
It is beginning from 30th December 2021
Q4.When is the last date to apply for KSP Recruitment 2022?
The last date of Application form is 28th January 2022.
Q5.Can I fill the application form and send it via post?
No, the application form will only be online.
Q6.How many vacancies have been released?
84 vacancies have been released for the post of Scientific Officer.
Q7.I am a general candidate and my age is 21 years old. Can I apply for this recruitment?
Yes, you can as the minimum age limit is 21 years old.
Q8.Will I be given age relaxation?
Yes, age relaxation will be given to some categories.
Q9.How many stages are there in the KSP selection process?
There is a written examination.
Q10.When will the examination be conducted?
The date of the exam is yet to be released.
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