KSP Constable Answer Key 2026 has been released on 03/08/2026 by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for the written examination held on 02/08/2026. This is a provisional answer key, meaning candidates can raise objections until 06/08/2026. The objection fee is ₹100 per question. This article is based on the official answer key notice released by KEA on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Candidates who appeared in the KSP Constable Written Examination 2026 can now download the provisional answer key PDF and cross-check their responses against the official answers. Along with the provisional key, candidates can also access their response sheet and the question paper to verify their performance before deciding whether to challenge any answer.
Answer Key – Key Details
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Karnataka State Police (KSP) |
| Exam Name | KSP Constable Written Examination 2026 |
| Exam Stage | Single-tier Written Exam |
| Exam Date(s) | 02/08/2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Release Date | 03/08/2026 |
| Objection Last Date | 06/08/2026 |
| Objection Fee | ₹100 per question |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
How to Download the KSP Constable Answer Key 2026
- Open the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in in your browser.
- Navigate to the KSP Constable Answer Key 2026 download link on the homepage.
- The provisional answer key PDF will load – save it to your device.
- Open the PDF and locate your answer set (if multiple sets were used, identify the correct one).
- Cross-check each of your responses against the official answers.
- Calculate your probable score using the marking scheme provided.
Calculate Your Probable Score
As per the standard marking scheme for KSP Constable examinations, each correct answer is awarded 1 mark, and there is no negative marking for wrong or unattempted questions.
Worked example: If you attempted all 100 questions with 78 correct and 22 wrong or unattempted: Score = 78 × 1 = 78 marks
If the official answer key later assigns marks differently or reveals that certain questions had multiple valid answers, your score may be revised in the final answer key.
Should You Challenge This Answer Key?
Raise an objection if:
- The official answer in the key contradicts the question paper text itself.
- You have a reference from the official KSP Constable syllabus or a standard textbook that supports a different answer.
- The question contains a printing error, ambiguous wording, or offers two defensible correct options.
- Multiple authoritative sources (government publications, official notification clarifications) back your challenge.
Do NOT raise an objection if:
- You are unsure or guessing – the ₹100 objection fee is non-refundable regardless of the outcome.
- You saw a different answer on social media, a coaching YouTube channel, or an app without a verifiable published source.
- A coaching institute disagrees but provides no textbook reference.
- You believe you got it wrong but have no official document to back your challenge.
Objections go to subject experts appointed by KEA, and only those backed by a credible published reference or a clear error in the question itself get accepted. Do not pay the fee hoping for a favourable review – pay it only when you have proof.
How to Challenge the Answer Key
- Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and log in using your registration credentials (Roll Number and password).
- Locate the objection submission link for KSP Constable Answer Key 2026 on the candidate portal.
- Select the specific question(s) you wish to challenge.
- For each objection, upload supporting proof – a scanned page from the syllabus, textbook reference, or a screenshot of the relevant official document.
- Pay the objection fee of ₹100 per question using the payment gateway.
- Submit the objection form and download a confirmation receipt.
- Save the receipt and all supporting documents – you may need them if KEA requests further clarification.
Important: The objection fee is non-refundable, even if your objection is rejected. Raise one only with a clear reference from the question paper, the official KSP syllabus, or a standard textbook.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Written Exam | 02/08/2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 03/08/2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 03/08/2026 |
| Objection Window Closes | 06/08/2026 |
| Final Answer Key | As per official notification |
| Result Declaration | As per official notification |
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Download Answer Key PDF | Download KSP Constable Answer Key 2026 |
| Official KEA Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the difference between the provisional and final KSP Constable Answer Key 2026?
Ans. The provisional answer key is released immediately after the exam and allows candidates to raise objections. The final answer key is released after KEA reviews all objections and makes corrections. Once the final key is published, no further objections are accepted, and the result is declared based on this key.
Q2. How much is the objection fee for KSP Constable Answer Key 2026?
Ans. The objection fee is ₹100 per question. If you wish to challenge multiple questions, you must pay the fee for each one separately. The fee is non-refundable.
Q3. Is the objection fee refunded if my challenge is accepted?
Ans. No, the objection fee is non-refundable. You pay it once to raise a challenge; if the objection is upheld, your answer is marked correct in the final key and your score is revised, but the fee itself is not returned.
Q4. How many objections can I raise against the KSP Constable Answer Key 2026?
Ans. There is no stated limit on the number of objections you can raise. However, each objection requires the ₹100 fee and supporting proof. Raise objections only for questions where you have a credible reference, not speculatively.
Q5. What happens if I don’t raise an objection before 06/08/2026?
Ans. Once the objection window closes on 06/08/2026, you cannot raise any further objections. The final answer key will be released based on the objections already received and reviewed. Your result will be calculated using the final key, regardless of whether you submitted objections earlier.
Q6. Where can I find the official KSP Constable Answer Key 2026 PDF?
Ans. The official provisional answer key PDF is available on the KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Use the direct download link provided in the Important Links section above.
Q7. What happens after the final answer key is released?
Ans. After the final answer key is published, KEA declares the result based on candidates’ performance in the written exam. Selected candidates are shortlisted for the next stage, typically the physical fitness test (PFT) and medical examination. Exact dates are notified on the official website.
Q8. Can I download the answer key without logging in?
Ans. The provisional answer key PDF is typically available for public download without login. However, to raise objections, you must log in using your registration credentials. Check the official KEA website for the exact download procedure.
