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Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Overview

  • The Punjab Police has announced a massive recruitment drive for 3,298 vacancies for the post of Police Constable in both the District Cadre and Armed Cadre. This is a premier opportunity for 10+2 qualified candidates to secure a stable government job in one of India's largest state police forces. The recruitment is conducted through a competitive examination process, ensuring a merit-based selection.

District Cadre Vacancies (Total: 2522)

CategoryTotal VacanciesWomen Vacancies
General/Open/Unreserved1066304
Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab260104
Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab260104
Backward Classes, Punjab260104
Ex-Serviceman (General), Punjab182104
Ex-Serviceman SC Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh, Punjab5200
Ex-Serviceman SC Ramdasia & Others, Punjab5200
Ex-Serviceman Backward Classes, Punjab5200
Wards of Police Personnel5218
Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab26078
Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab2609
Total District Cadre2522825

Armed Cadre Vacancies (Total: 776)

CategoryTotal VacanciesWomen Vacancies
General/Open/Unreserved32895
Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab8032
Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab8032
Backward Classes, Punjab8032
Ex-Serviceman (General), Punjab5632
Ex-Serviceman SC Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh, Punjab1600
Ex-Serviceman SC Ramdasia & Others, Punjab1600
Ex-Serviceman Backward Classes, Punjab1600
Wards of Police Personnel1608
Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab8024
Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab0804
Total Armed Cadre776259
  • Note: The number of vacancies may be increased or decreased by the Punjab Government/Punjab Police. Sports quota vacancies will be filled separately.

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized Education Board/University on or before 01 January 2026.
  • For Ex-Servicemen, the minimum educational qualification is Matriculation.
  • Mandatory Punjabi Qualification: All candidates must have passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects or any equivalent examination in the Punjabi language on or before 01 January 2026.

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 28 years

Age Relaxation

  • SC/BC candidates (Punjab residents): Upper age limit relaxed to 33 years.
  • Ex-Servicemen (Punjab residents): Actual service period in Armed Forces deducted from age; resultant age should not exceed maximum limit by more than 3 years.
  • Serving government employees: Upper age limit relaxed to 33 years.

Mandatory Physical Standards

CadreMinimum Height (Male)Minimum Height (Female/Transgender)
District & Armed Police5 feet 7 inches (170.2 cm)5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm)
  • Note: All Transgender candidates shall be treated at par with Female candidates in respect of Physical Screening Test and Physical Measurement Test.

Selection Stages

  • Stage-I: Computer Based Test (CBT) - Paper-I & Paper-II
  • Stage-II: Physical Screening Test (PST) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
  • Stage-III: Document Scrutiny

Physical Screening Test (PST)

Candidate CategoryPhysical Tests
Male (including Ex-servicemen below 35 years)• 1600 meters race in 6 min 30 sec (1 chance)• Long Jump 3.80 meters (3 chances)• High Jump 1.10 meters (3 chances)
Ex-Servicemen Male (above 35 years)• 1400 meters walk/run in 12 min (1 chance)• 10 Full Squats within 3 minutes (1 chance)
Female/Transgender (including Ex-servicemen below 35 years)• 800 meters race in 4 min 30 sec (1 chance)• Long Jump 3.00 meters (3 chances)• High Jump 0.95 meters (3 chances)
Ex-Servicemen Female (above 35 years)• 800 meters run in 6 minutes (1 chance)

Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

  • Height measurement as per eligibility criteria mentioned above.
  • Candidates not meeting minimum height will be disqualified.
  • Note: Pregnant female candidates may request postponement of PST/PMT by submitting a medical certificate from a government hospital. One opportunity will be given within 6 months after delivery.

Stage-III: Document Scrutiny

  • Candidates qualifying Stage-II will be called for document verification. Required documents include:
  • Matriculation certificate (proof of age)
  • 10+2 or equivalent certificate
  • Punjabi qualification proof
  • Domicile certificate (for female candidates applying under General category)
  • Category certificate (SC/BC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen, etc.)
  • NOC (for serving government employees)
  • Photo identity proof (Aadhaar, Driving License, PAN, Voter ID, or Passport)
  • Note: Candidates unable to produce original documents will not be considered for selection.

Application Fee

CategoryApplication FeeExamination FeeTotal Fee
GeneralRs. 550Rs. 650Rs. 1200
Ex-Servicemen (Punjab State only)Rs. 500Rs. 0Rs. 500
SC/ST (All States) & BC (Punjab only)Rs. 550Rs. 150Rs. 700
EWSRs. 550Rs. 150Rs. 700
  • Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded. Payment mode: Online only (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI).

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

  • Visit the official recruitment portal: https://iur.ls/punjabpolicerecruitment2026
  • Click on "Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026" link under latest notifications.
  • Complete registration with basic details and generate login credentials.
  • Log in and fill the online application form with personal, educational, and cadre preference details.
  • For District Cadre, fill 15 district preferences in order of priority (selected candidates will not be posted in their home district).
  • Upload scanned copies of: Recent colored passport size photograph (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm) against white background (80-200 KB JPEG) Signature (80-200 KB JPEG) Relevant certificates
  • Pay application fee online through available payment modes.
  • Submit the form and download/print the final submitted application for future reference.
  • Note your Registration ID and keep checking the portal for updates.
  • Important: Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute server load issues.

Important Dates

  • Notification Release: 06 March 2026
  • Application Start Date: 10 March 2026 (19:00 hrs)
  • Application Last Date: 30 March 2026 (23:55 hrs)
  • Exam Date: To be notified
  • Admit Card Release: To be notified
  • Result Date: To be notified

Important Links

  • Official Notification PDF: Download Here
  • Apply Online: Click Here
  • Official Website: punjabpolice.gov.in
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