The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has officially announced the HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026, inviting applications from eligible candidates across India for a total of 734 Constable positions. This recruitment drive includes 491 posts for Male Constables and 243 posts for Female Constables. The online application process for these vacancies commenced on July 10, 2026, and will remain open until August 6, 2026. Interested candidates are advised to fill out the application form carefully, as corrections are not permitted after submission. The eligibility criteria require candidates to have completed their 10+2 Intermediate education from a recognized board, and they must meet the age limit requirements between 18 and 28 years (with applicable relaxations). The selection process is comprehensive, involving a written examination, a physical standard test (PST), a physical efficiency test (PET), document verification, and a medical examination. Candidates must choose their preferred district for the physical and written exams during the application process, and they must hold a valid E-admit card to appear for any stage of the selection procedure. This notification serves as a significant opportunity for aspiring law enforcement personnel to serve in the Himachal Pradesh Police force.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Application Start Date |
10/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
06/08/2026 |
| Application Fee Submission Deadline |
06/08/2026 |
| Admit Card Date |
Notify Soon |
| Written Exam Date |
Notify Soon |
Application Fee
| Category |
Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS |
600/- |
| SC / ST / PH / Others |
600/- |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
| Category |
Age Limit |
| General |
18 – 25 Years |
| OBC/SC/ST |
18 – 28 Years |
| Home Guards |
18 – 29 Years |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
| Police Constable (Male) |
491 |
| Police Constable (Female) |
243 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria |
Detail |
| Education Qualification |
Passed 10+2 Intermediate / Senior Secondary Examination from any recognized board in India. |
Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Parameter |
Male |
Female |
| Height (General) |
5 ft 6 in (~168 cm) |
5 ft 2 in (~157 cm) |
| Chest (Male) |
31″ x 32″ (5 cm expansion) |
N/A |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Event |
Male |
Female |
| Long Race |
1500m in 5 min 30 sec |
800m in 3 min 45 sec |
| Short Race |
100m in 14 sec |
100m in 17 sec |
| High Jump |
1.35 m |
1.10 m |
| Long Jump |
4 m |
3 m |
Selection Process
| Stage |
Description |
| Stage 1 |
Written Examination |
| Stage 2 |
Physical Standard Test (PST) |
| Stage 3 |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
| Stage 4 |
Document Verification |
| Stage 5 |
Medical Examination |
| Stage 6 |
Final Merit List |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the total vacancy out under the HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026? / A: A total of 734 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment. This includes 491 vacancies for Male Constables and 243 vacancies for Female Constables.
Q: What is the official online application starting date for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026? / A: The online application process starts on July 10, 2026, and candidates can submit their forms until the last date, which is August 6, 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q: What is the minimum educational qualification required for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026? / A: Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognized board or university to be eligible to apply for this vacancy.
Q: What is the age limit criteria set for the HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026? / A: For the General and EWS categories, the required age limit is 18 to 25 years. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and OBC categories receive a relaxation of 3 years, making their upper age limit 28 years.