KSP Coastal Security Police Recruitment 2026 — 30 Vacancies

Karnataka State Police (KSP) is hiring 30 technical posts for the Coastal Security Police (CSP) wing in Udupi. These posts are reserved for retired Navy, Coast Guard, and BSF (Water Wing) officers/staff and re-recruitment candidates of CSP. If you have Matriculation (10th pass) plus 5 years of Marine Experience, you can apply offline. The last date to submit applications is 6 June 2026 at 4:30 PM. Salary ranges from Rs. 26,450 to Rs. 39,100 per month. Maximum age is 58 years.

Karnataka State Police (KSP) Coastal Security Police Recruitment 2026 - 30 Posts

Karnataka State Police (KSP), under the Coastal Security Scheme Phase-I of the Ministry of Home Affairs, has released a recruitment notification for 30 vacant technical posts across five different roles to operate boats sanctioned for Coastal Security Police Stations in Karnataka. The appointment is purely on a contract basis for 5 years or until age 60, whichever is earliest. Retired Navy/Coast Guard/BSF (Water Wing) personnel and re-recruitment candidates can apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Engine Driver (Head Constable grade): 12 posts — Salary Rs. 28,750/month
• Assistant Boat Captain (Assistant Sub Inspector grade): 10 posts — Salary Rs. 31,050/month
• Khalasi (Police Constable grade): 4 posts — Salary Rs. 26,450/month
• Boat Captain (Police Sub Inspector grade): 2 posts — Salary Rs. 39,100/month
• Motor Launch Mechanic (Assistant Sub Inspector grade): 2 posts — Salary Rs. 31,050/month

Who Can Apply?

This recruitment is open only to retired personnel from Navy, Coast Guard, BSF (Water Wing), or re-recruitment candidates of CSP Karnataka. Common requirements for all posts:

• Education: Matriculation (10th pass) from a recognised board
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of Marine Experience

Boat Captain (Police Sub Inspector grade)

• Navy: Petty Officer (preferably RP sailors from Seaman branch) and above
• Coast Guard: P/NvK from Seaman branch (preferably RP sailors) and above
• BSF: HC and above rank OR First Class Master Certificate (Mercantile Marine / IWT Act 1917)
• Re-recruitment: 1 year as Boat Captain OR 5 years as Assistant Boat Captain/MLM with second class Serang certificate

Assistant Boat Captain (Assistant Sub Inspector grade)

• Navy: LS and above (preferably Seaman branch)
• Coast Guard: U/Nvk (GD) and above (preferably Seaman branch)
• BSF: HC and above OR Second Class Master Certificate
• Re-recruitment: 1 year as Assistant Boat Captain OR 5 years as Engine Driver / 10 years as Khalasi with second class Serang certificate

Motor Launch Mechanic (Assistant Sub Inspector grade)

• Navy: LME/LEMP/LEMR and above
• Coast Guard: U/Nvk (ME/P/R) and above
• BSF: HC and above OR Second Class Engine Driver Certificate OR 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Marine/Electrical/Electronic
• Re-recruitment: 1 year as MLM OR 5 years as Engine Driver with second class certificate

Engine Driver (Head Constable grade)

• Navy: ME-I/EMP-I/EMR-I and above
• Coast Guard: Navik (ME/P/R) and above
• BSF: Second Class Engine Driver Certificate OR ITI in Motor Mechanic/Machinist/Welder/Carpentry/Electrician/Fitter/AC Tech/Electronics/Plumbing/Painting
• Re-recruitment: 1 year as Engine Driver OR 5 years as Khalasi with second class Engine Driver certificate

Khalasi (Police Constable grade)

• Navy: Sailor from any branch and any rank
• Coast Guard: Navik from any branch, Enrolled Followers, any rank
• BSF: Any rank
• Re-recruitment: 1 year as Khalasi

Age Limit

• Maximum age limit: 58 years
• Contract runs for 5 years or until the candidate reaches age 60, whichever is earliest

Salary

The consolidated monthly salary by post:

• Boat Captain (PSI grade): Rs. 39,100 per month
• Assistant Boat Captain (ASI grade): Rs. 31,050 per month
• Motor Launch Mechanic (ASI grade): Rs. 31,050 per month
• Engine Driver (HC grade): Rs. 28,750 per month
• Khalasi (PC grade): Rs. 26,450 per month

These are consolidated salaries — no additional allowances are payable.

Selection Process

Selection is done in the following stages:

1. Application Screening: The Special Recruitment Committee for Technical Posts will scrutinise applications.
2. Interview: Eligible candidates will be called for interview. Date and place will be intimated separately.
3. Document Verification: Original discharge certificate, pension order, educational certificates and other documents will be verified.

There is no written exam. Selection is purely based on interview by the Special Recruitment Committee.

How to Apply

1. Download the application proforma from the official KSP website at ksp.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Fill in the application in the prescribed proforma with all personal, service, and educational details.
3. Attach certified attested copies of all required documents.
4. Send the completed application along with enclosures to the Superintendent of Police, Coastal Security Police, Udupi & Member Secretary to Special Recruitment Committee for Technical Posts, Malpe, Udupi.
5. Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 6 June 2026 at 4:30 PM. Late applications will be rejected.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 8 May 2026 (Amended Notification)
• Last Date to Submit Application: 6 June 2026 (4:30 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced separately

• Operate and navigate coastal security patrol boats along the Karnataka coastline
• Maintain marine engines, mechanical systems, and engine driver duties on board
• Support boat captains in navigation, mooring, and rescue operations
• Conduct routine patrolling and surveillance of designated coastal waters
• Respond to emergency situations, search and rescue, and anti-smuggling operations
• Maintain log books, fuel records, and equipment inventory of the boat
• Follow Coastal Security Scheme guidelines and Police Department protocols
• Coordinate with Indian Coast Guard, Navy, and other agencies during joint operations