HPPSC Police Constable 2026 – 734 Vacancies (Male & Female)
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has issued a fresh recruitment notification for Police Constable posts (both male and female) in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department. A total of 734 vacancies are available and candidates can submit their applications online between 10 July 2026 and 6 August 2026.
Short Information
HPPSC is conducting recruitment for Police Constable (Male) – 491 posts and Police Constable (Female) – 243 posts. The last date to submit the online application is 6 August 2026, 11:59 PM.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Rs.) |
|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 140 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 2026 |
| Payment Modes | Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI |
Note: The fee structure is taken from the official data. If you face any discrepancy, refer to the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (General/EWS) | Educational Qualification |
|---|
| Police Constable (Male) | 491 | 18 – 25 years | Matriculation + 2 from a Himachal Pradesh board (Bonafide Himachalis exempted) |
| Police Constable (Female) | 243 | 18 – 25 years | Matriculation + 2 from a Himachal Pradesh board (Bonafide Himachalis exempted) |
Category‑wise Vacancy Breakdown (Male)
| Category | Posts |
|---|
| UR | 140 |
| UR WFF (06+03 Backlog) | 9 |
| UR Home Guards | 38 |
| SC UR | 68 |
| SC WFF (03+16 Backlog) | 19 |
| SC BPL | 17 |
| SC Home Guards | 18 |
| ST UR | 13 |
| ST BPL | 6 |
| ST Home Guards | 4 |
| OBC UR | 54 |
| OBC WFF (03+13 Backlog) | 16 |
| OBC BPL | 17 |
| OBC Home Guards | 15 |
| EWS | 48 |
| EWS Home Guards | 9 |
| Total | 491 |
Category‑wise Vacancy Breakdown (Female)
| Category | Posts |
|---|
| UR | 60 |
| UR WFF (02+01 Backlog) | 3 |
| UR Ward of Ex‑SM | 22 |
| UR Home Guards | 16 |
| SC UR | 28 |
| SC WFF (02+05 Backlog) | 7 |
| SC BPL | 8 |
| SC Ward of Ex‑SM | 7 |
| SC Home Guards | 8 |
| ST UR | 5 |
| ST BPL | 3 |
| ST Ward of Ex‑SM | 2 |
| ST Home Guards | 2 |
| OBC UR | 24 |
| OBC WFF (01+05 Backlog) | 6 |
| OBC BPL | 7 |
| OBC Ward of Ex‑SM | 5 |
| OBC Home Guards | 6 |
| EWS | 20 |
| EWS Home Guards | 4 |
| Total | 243 |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
| Stage | Description |
|---|
| Physical Test | Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) conducted by Himachal Pradesh Police. |
| Written Test | Offline objective MCQ exam, 2 hours, 90 marks, negative marking, conducted by HPPSC. |
| Evaluation & Document Verification | Verification of documents and award of NCC certificate marks by the Police Department. |
| Medical Examination | Medical fitness check after HPPSC recommendation. |
Merit List Marks Distribution
| Component | Marks |
|---|
| Written Examination (Objective) | 90 |
| Height (PST) | 6 |
| NCC Certificate | 4 |
| Grand Total | 100 |
PST Height Marks – Male
| Height | Marks |
|---|
| < 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″ | 6 |
PST Height Marks – Female
| Height | Marks |
|---|
| < 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″ | 6 |
PET Qualifying Standards
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|
| Race (1500 m) | 5 min 30 sec | – |
| Race (800 m) | – | 3 min 45 sec |
| High Jump | 1.35 m (max 3 attempts) | 1.10 m (max 3 attempts) |
| 100 m Sprint | 14 sec | 17 sec |
| Broad Jump | 4 m (max 3 attempts) | 3 m (max 3 attempts) |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the Official HPPSC website.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link on the homepage.
- Choose “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations” and complete New Registration if you are a first‑time user.
- Log in with your OTR credentials and locate the advertisement “Police Constable (Male)” or “Police Constable (Female)”.
- Fill in personal details, select a district for the Physical Test and Written Test (no changes later).
- Upload the required documents (see checklist below).
- Accept the declaration confirming the authenticity of the information.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 600 (as per the fee structure) using the available online payment modes.
- Submit the application. After submission, no modifications are allowed.
Required Documents Checklist
- Matriculation Certificate
(Only the document explicitly listed in the structured data is shown. Candidates should verify any additional documents from the official notification.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
A: There are 734 vacancies – 491 for Male Constables and 243 for Female Constables.
Q2. What are the advertisement numbers for the male and female posts?
A: Male – 57/7‑2026; Female – 58/7‑2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for General/EWS candidates?
A: Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years as of 01‑01‑2026.
Q4. When does the online application start and end?
A: The application window opens on 10 July 2026 (12:01 AM) and closes on 6 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q5. What is the pay scale for the selected Constables?
A: Selected candidates will receive Level 3 pay scale, ranging from Rs. 20,200 to Rs. 64,000.
