| Position | Candidate Name | Votes | Votes% | Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | H.N. Nanjegowda | 219969 | 47.90% | Indian National Congress (I) |
| 2 | B.B. Shivappa | 125221 | 27.20% | Janta Party |
| 3 | G.L. Nalluregowda | 80386 | 17.50% | Indian National Congress (U) |
| 4 | Nanjeshagowda, S. | 15887 | 3.50% | Janta Party (SECULAR) |
| 5 | B.N. Ningaiah | 2545 | 0.60% | Independent |
| 6 | B.H. Virupakshappa | 2446 | 0.50% | Independent |
| 7 | Abdul Ganni | 647 | 0.10% | Independent |