| Position | Candidate Name | Votes | Votes% | Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | R.L. Jalappa | 376204 | 40.50% | Indian National Congress |
| 2 | Shashi Kumar | 316182 | 34.00% | Janata Dal (Secular) |
| 3 | Ashok Krishnappa | 191766 | 20.60% | Janata Dal (United) |
| 4 | Suresh D R | 21432 | 2.30% | Independent |
| 5 | Narayana Swamy D N ( KWALITY) | 15964 | 1.70% | Kannada Nadu Party |
| 6 | Veerappa | 9580 | 1.00% | Independent |