| Position | Candidate Name | Votes | Votes% | Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | H. N. Nanjegowda | 265488 | 48.60% | Indian National Congress |
| 2 | K. B. Mallappa | 233519 | 42.70% | Janta Party |
| 3 | K. C. Basavaraj | 28792 | 5.30% | Independent |
| 4 | H. Parvathegowda | 3517 | 0.60% | Independent |
| 5 | B. P. Channakeshavasetty | 3468 | 0.60% | Independent |
| 6 | C. Somegowda | 1327 | 0.20% | Independent |