HPPSC HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification for 734 Constable (Male and Female) vacancies in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department. The online application process has started from 10 July 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their application forms through the official HPPSC website until 6 August 2026.
Candidates planning to apply should carefully check the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection process, application fee, important dates, physical standards, and exam pattern before submitting the application form.
HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Department | Himachal Pradesh Police Department |
| Exam Name | HPPSC Police Constable Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | Constable (Male & Female) |
| Total Vacancies | 734 |
| Male Vacancies | 491 |
| Female Vacancies | 243 |
| Advertisement No. | 57/7-2026 (Male), 58/7-2026 (Female) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 10 July 2026 to 6 August 2026 |
| Selection Process | PST, PET, Written Examination, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Official Website | www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc |
HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 9 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10 July 2026 (12:01 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 6 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
HPPSC Police Constable Vacancy 2026
A total of 734 vacancies have been announced for Constable posts.
Constable (Male) – Advertisement No. 57/7-2026
| Category | UR | WFF | BPL | Home Guards | Total |
| General | 140 | 09 (06+03 Backlog) | 00 | 38 | 187 |
| SC | 68 | 19 (03+16 Backlog) | 17 | 18 | 122 |
| ST | 13 | 00 | 06 | 04 | 23 |
| OBC | 54 | 16 (03+13 Backlog) | 17 | 15 | 102 |
| EWS | 48 | 00 | 00 | 09 | 57 |
| Grand Total | 491 |
Constable (Female) – Advertisement No. 58/7-2026
| Category | UR | WFF | Ward of Ex-SM | Home Guards | Total |
| General | 60 | 03 (02+01 Backlog) | 22 | 16 | 101 |
| SC | 28 | 07 (02+05 Backlog) | 07 | 08 | 58 (Including 08 BPL) |
| ST | 05 | 00 | 02 | 02 | 12 (Including 03 BPL) |
| OBC | 24 | 06 (01+05 Backlog) | 05 | 06 | 48 (Including 07 BPL) |
| EWS | 20 | 00 | 00 | 04 | 24 |
HPPSC Police Constable Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions before applying.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Matriculation and +2 from any Institution, School, or Board situated within Himachal Pradesh.
Note: This condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis.
Age Limit
| Category | Male | Female |
| General / EWS / Ward of Ex-SM | 18 to 25 Years | 18 to 25 Years |
| SC / ST / Ward of Ex-SM / Gorkhas | 18 to 27 Years | 18 to 27 Years |
| OBC / OBC Ward of Ex-SM | 18 to 27 Years | 18 to 27 Years |
| Home Guard (Gen/OBC/EWS) | 20 to 28 Years | 20 to 28 Years |
| Home Guard (SC/ST/Gorkhas) | 20 to 28 Years | 20 to 28 Years |
Height & Chest Standards
| Category | Male Height | Male Chest | Female Height |
| General/EWS/OBC | 5′-6″ | 31″ × 32″ | 5′-2″ |
| SC/ST/Gorkhas | 5′-4″ | 29″ × 30″ | 5′-0″ |
Note: Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) are not eligible to apply.
HPPSC Police Constable Application Form 2026
Eligible candidates can submit the online application through the HPPSC portal.
Male candidates should apply under Advertisement No. 57/7-2026, while female candidates should apply under Advertisement No. 58/7-2026.
The last date to submit the application is 6 August 2026.
Steps to Apply Online
- Visit the official HPPSC website.
- Click on Apply Online.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Log in to the OTR dashboard.
- Select the relevant Constable advertisement.
- Choose one district for the Physical Test and Written Examination.
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review the application carefully.
- Submit and download the final application form.
HPPSC Police Constable Notification 2026 PDF – Click to Download PDF Notice
Male Notice PDF
Female Notice PDF
Required Documents
Candidates need to upload the following documents during the application process.
- Matriculation Certificate
- +2 Certificate
- NCC Certificate (if applicable)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Other supporting documents as required
HPPSC Police Constable Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| All Candidates | ₹600 |
The application fee is to be paid online and is non-refundable.
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HPPSC Police Constable Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
HPPSC Police Constable Physical Standard Test (PST)
Male Candidates
| Height | Marks |
| Less than 5′-7″ | 0 |
| 5′-7″ to 5′-8″ | 1 |
| 5′-8″ to 5′-9″ | 2 |
| 5′-9″ to 5′-10″ | 3 |
| 5′-10″ to 5′-11″ | 4 |
| 5′-11″ to 6′-0″ | 5 |
| 6′-0″ and above | 6 |
Female Candidates
| Height | Marks |
| Less than 5′-3″ | 0 |
| 5′-3″ to 5′-4″ | 1 |
| 5′-4″ to 5′-5″ | 2 |
| 5′-5″ to 5′-6″ | 3 |
| 5′-6″ to 5′-7″ | 4 |
| 5′-7″ to 5′-8″ | 5 |
| 5′-8″ and above | 6 |
HPPSC Police Constable Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Event | Male | Female |
| Race | 1500 m in 5 min 30 sec | 800 m in 3 min 45 sec |
| High Jump | 1.35 m | 1.10 m |
| 100 Meter Race | 14 sec | 17 sec |
| Broad Jump | 4 m | 3 m |
Note: PET is qualifying in nature. Candidates failing any event will be disqualified from the remaining events.
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HPPSC Police Constable Exam Pattern 2026
| Particular | Details |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Question Type | Objective Multiple Choice Questions |
| Language | English & Hindi |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Total Questions | 90 |
| Total Marks | 90 |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 1 |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Mark |
| Syllabus Level | +2 Standard |
Final Merit Marks
| Component | Marks |
| Written Examination | 90 |
| Height | 6 |
| NCC Certificate | 4 |
| Total | 100 |
HPPSC Police Constable Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Constable (Male & Female) | ₹20,200 – ₹64,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 6 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
How many vacancies are available?
A total of 734 vacancies have been announced, including 491 Male and 243 Female Constable posts.
What is the application fee?
The application fee for all candidates is ₹600.
What is the selection process?
Selection includes:
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
What is the salary for HP Police Constable?
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹20,200 to ₹64,000.
