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HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – 734 Vacancies (HPPSC)

Himachal Pradesh Police Department (HP Police) Police Constable (Male/Female) Himachal Pradesh

Last updated

Total vacancies
734
Last date to apply
21 Aug 2026
Apply from
10 Jul 2026
Salary (monthly)
₹20,200 – ₹64,000

This recruitment has closed — applications ended 21 Aug 2026. This page is kept as an archive.

Job Overview

Department
Himachal Pradesh Police Department
Post name
Police Constable (Male/Female)
Total vacancies
734
Age limit
18 – 25 years
Salary
₹20,200 – ₹64,000
Job location
Himachal Pradesh
Job type
Government
Category
Police

Important Dates

  1. Application starts

    Friday

  2. Last date to apply

    Friday

Notification Summary

HPPSC has invited online applications for 734 Police Constable posts (491 Male, 243 Female) in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department. Class 12 pass candidates can apply through the HPPSC ORA portal.

Job Details

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released two advertisements — No. 57/7-2026 (Male) and No. 58/7-2026 (Female) — inviting Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for direct recruitment to 734 posts of Constable, Class-III (Non-Gazetted), in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department. Of the total vacancies, 491 are for Male Constables and 243 for Female Constables. The online application process began on 10 July 2026. Selected candidates will be placed on the Level-3 pay matrix and will go through Physical, Written, and Medical stages before final selection. Applications must be submitted only through the HPPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal; no offline applications will be entertained.

Eligibility

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) and 10+2 (Class 12) from a School/Board situated within Himachal Pradesh; this condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachali candidates. General/EWS candidates need a minimum of 45% marks, while SC/ST/OBC candidates of HP need 40%. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are not eligible for this recruitment.

Age Limit

18 – 25 years

SC/ST/Gorkhas and OBC candidates are eligible up to 27 years. Home Guard candidates (all categories) are eligible up to 28 years. Age is reckoned as on 1 January 2026. A one-time additional relaxation of 1 year has also been granted by the Himachal Pradesh Government for this recruitment cycle.

Vacancy Details

Total: 734
Post Total Gen OBC SC ST EWS PwD
Constable (Male) — Advt No. 57/7-2026 491 187 102 122 23 57 0

Salary

₹20,200 – ₹64,000 per month

Level-3 of the Himachal Pradesh Government pay matrix, plus dearness allowance, house rent allowance, and other allowances admissible under state government rules.

Selection Process

a Physical Measurement Test (height, weight, chest), a Physical Efficiency Test (1600m run for male candidates, 800m run for female candidates — qualifying only, not counted in merit), an OMR-based written examination, document verification, and a medical examination

Application Fee

₹600, payable online via debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking. The fee is non-refundable once paid and cannot be adjusted against any other examination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the physical standards for HP Police Constable 2026?

Male candidates (General/OBC) need a minimum height of 5'6" and an unexpanded chest of 79 cm; female candidates (General/OBC) need a minimum height of 5'2". Relaxed standards apply for SC/ST and hill-area candidates.

Is Himachal Pradesh domicile required for this recruitment?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from a School/Board within Himachal Pradesh, though this condition is waived for Bonafide Himachali candidates from outside the state.

What is the last date to apply for Police Constable (Male/Female)?

The last date to apply is 21 August 2026. Applications opened on 10 July 2026.

How many vacancies are there in Police Constable (Male/Female)?

A total of 734 vacancies have been announced by Himachal Pradesh Police Department.

Who is eligible to apply for Police Constable (Male/Female)?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) and 10+2 (Class 12) from a School/Board situated within Himachal Pradesh; this condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachali candidates. General/EWS candidates need a minimum of 45% marks, while SC/ST/OBC candidates of HP need 40%. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are not eligible for this recruitment.

What is the age limit for Police Constable (Male/Female)?

Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years of age. SC/ST/Gorkhas and OBC candidates are eligible up to 27 years. Home Guard candidates (all categories) are eligible up to 28 years. Age is reckoned as on 1 January 2026. A one-time additional relaxation of 1 year has also been granted by the Himachal Pradesh Government for this recruitment cycle.

What is the salary for Police Constable (Male/Female)?

The indicative monthly pay is ₹20,200 to ₹64,000. Confirm the exact pay scale in the official notification.

What is the selection process for Police Constable (Male/Female)?

Selection is through a Physical Measurement Test (height, weight, chest), a Physical Efficiency Test (1600m run for male candidates, 800m run for female candidates — qualifying only, not counted in merit), an OMR-based written examination, document verification, and a medical examination.

What is the application fee for Police Constable (Male/Female)?

₹600, payable online via debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking. The fee is non-refundable once paid and cannot be adjusted against any other examination.

How do I apply for Police Constable (Male/Female)?

Applications are submitted online on the official website (https://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in). Read the official notification in full before applying, and submit before 21 August 2026.

Official links

Applications for this recruitment have closed. These official links are kept for reference — check the department's website for the next cycle.

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