HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 734 Male & Female Posts
HPPSC Police Constable Bharti 2026
HPPSC Police Constable Notification 2026: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has officially published direct recruitment notifications Advt. No. 57/7-2026 (Male) and Advt. No. 58/7-2026 (Female) inviting Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for 734 Police Constable posts in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department.
Qualified candidates with a 10+2 certificate can complete their registration on the HPPSC web portal. The online application system remains operational from 10 July 2026 up to the registration deadline on 06 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
Recruitment Overview & Key Dates
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Department | Himachal Pradesh Police Department |
| Advertisement Numbers | 57/7-2026 (Male) & 58/7-2026 (Female) |
| Post Name | Police Constable (Male & Female) |
| Total Vacancies | 734 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-3 (₹20,200 – ₹64,000) |
| Notification Date | 09 July 2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 10 July 2026 (12:01 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Portal | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Advertisement No. | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male) | 57/7-2026 | 491 |
| Police Constable (Female) | 58/7-2026 | 243 |
| Total Vacancies | 734 | |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Educational Qualification:
- Applicants must have completed Matriculation (10th) and 10+2 from a recognized Board situated within Himachal Pradesh.
- Exception: This school locality requirement does not apply to Bonafide Himachali candidates.
- Ineligibility Note: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are not eligible for Constable recruitment in HP Police.
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026):
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 to 25 Years |
| SC / ST / OBC | 18 to 28 Years |
| Home Guards | 20 to 28 Years (or up to 29 years per reservation guidelines) |
Physical Standards & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
1. Physical Standard Test (PST):
| Category | Male Height | Female Height | Male Chest (Unexpanded × Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / Home Guards | 5'-6" (167.64 cm) | 5'-2" (157.48 cm) | 31" × 32" |
| SC / ST / Gorkhas | 5'-4" (162.56 cm) | 5'-0" (152.40 cm) | 29" × 30" |
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
| Event | Male Standards | Female Standards |
|---|---|---|
| Distance Race | 1500 Meters in 5 Min 30 Sec | 800 Meters in 3 Min 45 Sec |
| 100 M Sprint | 14 Seconds | 17 Seconds |
| High Jump | 1.30–1.35 Meters | 1.10 Meters |
| Broad Jump | 4 Meters | 3 Meters |
Selection Process & Merit Weightage
The selection procedure involves five sequential steps (There is No Personal Interview):
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Written Examination (90 Marks)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final Merit Distribution (Total: 100 Marks):
- Written Examination: 90 Marks
- Height Assessment Weightage: 06 Marks
- NCC Certificate Weightage: 04 Marks
- Total Score: 100 Marks
Application Fee & Payment Mode
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹600/- |
Payment Mode: Fee can be paid online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
How to Apply Online for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
- Go to the official website of HPPSC at hppsc.hp.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new applicant.
- Log in using your registered credentials and navigate to "Apply Online".
- Select the relevant advertisement: Advt. No. 57/7-2026 for Male or Advt. No. 58/7-2026 for Female.
- Enter your personal, educational, and address details accurately.
- Upload required documents including photo, signature, Class 10/12 mark sheets, and category/domicile proof.
- Pay the registration fee online through credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Review your application and submit before 06 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Download and print out a copy of your application confirmation slip.
Important Links
| Link Description | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (ORA Portal) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Male) - Advt. 57/7-2026 | Download PDF |
| Official Notification (Female) - Advt. 58/7-2026 | Download PDF |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join Us |
| Telegram Channel | Join Us |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the total number of vacancies available in HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
A total of 734 vacancies are available (491 Male Constables and 243 Female Constables).
Q2: What is the last date to apply online?
The closing date to submit online applications is 06 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q3: What is the age limit for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
As of 01.01.2026, General/EWS candidates must be 18–25 years, SC/ST/OBC candidates 18–28 years, and Home Guards 20–28 years.
Q4: What educational qualification is required?
Candidates must have passed 10th and 10+2 from a recognized board located in Himachal Pradesh (Exempted for Bonafide Himachali candidates).
Q5: Are Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) eligible?
No, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are not eligible for Constable recruitment in HP Police.
Q6: What is the physical height requirement?
General/OBC/EWS: Male 5'-6" (167.64 cm), Female 5'-2" (157.48 cm). SC/ST/Gorkhas: Male 5'-4" (162.56 cm), Female 5'-0" (152.40 cm).
Q7: What physical tests are conducted under PET?
Race (1500M Male / 800M Female), 100M Sprint, High Jump, and Broad Jump.
Q8: Is there a personal interview in the selection process?
No, there is no interview. Selection relies on PST, PET, Written Test (90 Marks), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q9: How are the 100 total merit marks calculated?
Written Test (90 Marks), Height Assessment (06 Marks), and NCC Certificate (04 Marks).
Q10: What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹600 for all categories, payable online.