HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 734 Male & Female Posts, PET & PST Dates Announced
| Recruitment Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Exam Name | HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 734 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh (India) |
| Event / Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 05 Sep 2026 |
| Physical Test Date | 22 Oct 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Must have passed 12th (Intermediate) class exam from any recognized board in India. |
| Age Limits Details |
General / UR: 18 to 25 Years (As on 01/01/2026)
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| Age Relaxation Info | Age Relaxation will be given extra as per HP Police Constable recruitment rules. |
| Nationality / Citizenship | Indian |
| General / UR | 600 |
| OBC | 600 |
| EWS | 600 |
| SC | 600 |
| ST | 600 |
| PwBD | 600 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 600 |
| Post Name | Total Posts | Description / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male) | 491 | Must have passed 12th (Intermediate) class exam from any recognized board in India. |
| Police Constable (Female) | 243 | Must have passed 12th (Intermediate) class exam from any recognized board in India. |
- Step 1: Physical Test: Candidates have to clear the physical fitness and standard test rules.
- Step 2: Written Exam: Shortlisted candidates will be called for the competitive written examination.
- Step 3: Document Verification: Candidates who qualify the exam will be called to check their original documents.
- Step 4: Medical Examination: Final selected candidates will undergo a medical test before joining.
- Step 1: Candidates can apply online through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) link on the official website between 10 July 2026 and 06 August 2026.
- Step 2: Kindly read the full notification carefully before filling up the recruitment application form.
- Step 3: Check and collect all required documents like Eligibility details, ID Proof, Address details, and Basic details.
- Step 4: Keep ready all scanned documents related to the form like Photo, Signature, and ID proof.
- Step 5: Before submitting the form, you must check the preview and check all columns very carefully. No correction will be allowed after the final submission.
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HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 734 Posts
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the official recruitment advertisement notification for the post of Police Constable (Male and Female) in the HP Police Department. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates to fill a total of 734 vacancies. The online application form link started on 10 July 2026 from 12:01 AM, and candidates can apply online till the last date 05 September 2026 (Extended) up to 11:59 PM. Interested candidates who have passed 12th class can check the vacancy details, age limit, application fee, and selection process below.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 10/07/2026 (12:01 AM)
- Last Date for Apply Online: 05/09/2026 (Extended)
- PET & PST Exam Date: 22 Oct to 05 Dec 2026
Application Fee
- All Category Candidates: Rs. 600/-
- Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the examination fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking fee mode only.
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- Age relaxation will be given extra as per HP Police Constable recruitment rules.
HP Police Constable Vacancy Details & Qualification
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male) | 491 Posts | Must have passed 12th (Intermediate) class exam from any recognized board in India. For more details read the official notification. |
| Police Constable (Female) | 243 Posts | |
| Total Vacancy | 734 Total Post |
HP Police Constable Selection Process
- Physical Test: Candidates have to clear the physical fitness and standard test rules.
- Written Exam: Shortlisted candidates will be called for the competitive written examination.
- Document Verification: Candidates who qualify the exam will be called to check their original documents.
- Medical Examination: Final selected candidates will undergo a medical test before joining.
How to Fill HP Police Constable Online Application Form 2026
- Candidates can apply online through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) link on the official website between 10 July 2026 and 06 August 2026.
- Kindly read the full notification carefully before filling up the recruitment application form.
- Check and collect all required documents like Eligibility details, ID Proof, Address details, and Basic details.
- Keep ready all scanned documents related to the form like Photo, Signature, and ID proof.
- Before submitting the form, you must check the preview and check all columns very carefully. No correction will be allowed after the final submission.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply online for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online till the last date 06 August 2026 up to 11:59 PM. (Note: The last date has been extended to 05 September 2026 as per the extended notice.)
Q2. How many total vacancies are out for HP Police Constable recruitment?
A total of 734 vacancies have been released, including 491 posts for Male Constable and 243 posts for Female Constable.
Q3. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee is Rs. 600/- for all category candidates as per the short notice.
Q4. What is the minimum educational qualification required for HP Police Constable?
Candidates must have passed 12th (Intermediate) class exam from any recognized board in India.
Q5. What is the age limit block to apply for this recruitment?
The age limit is 18 to 25 Years as on the cutoff date 01 January 2026.
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