Police Constable (GD/IRB) 2026
HPPRB HP Police Constable 2026 for 1,088 GD/IRB posts. Apply by 1 June, age 18–23, 12th pass. PMT, PET & written exam. Salary ₹21,700–₹69,100. HP GK syllabus & cutoff.
Total Vacancies
1,088
Department
Himachal Pradesh Police Recruitment Board
Age Limit
18-23 years
Qualification
12th Pass (45% for General; 40% for SC/ST/OBC)
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Latest HPPRB Updates
Last updated: 5 June 2026
- HP Police Constable 2026 notification live — 1,088 vacancies for GD and IRB battalion posts.
- Online application window: 5 April – 1 June 2026 at citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in.
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and PET expected in July–August 2026 before the written exam.
- Written exam tentatively on 20 September 2026 — 100 marks OMR paper with HP GK focus.
- Previous cycle (2024) had similar pattern — 1,088 posts, pay scale ₹20,200–₹64,000.
Official Note
HP Police Constable 2026 — 1,088 GD/IRB posts. PMT → PET → Written Exam (100 marks OMR) → Medical → Document Verification. Apply at citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in.
2026 Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Himachal Pradesh Police Recruitment Board (HPPRB) / HP Police Department |
| Post Name | Police Constable (GD / IRB) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,088 posts |
| Qualification | 10+2 (Intermediate) with min. 45% (General/EWS) or 40% (SC/ST/OBC of HP) |
| Age Limit | 18–23 years as on 1 January 2027 (relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Application Period | 5 April – 1 June 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹300 (General/OBC) · ₹150 (SC/ST of HP) · Female (HP domicile): exempt |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Pay Level 3, 7th CPC) |
| Selection Stages | PMT → PET → Written (OMR) → Medical → Document Verification |
| Official Apply Portal | citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in |
| Notification Source | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Constable (GD) — Male | 708 | Himachal Pradesh District Police |
| Constable (GD) — Female | 380 | Himachal Pradesh Police (Specialised duties) |
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 5 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 1 June 2026
- Exam Date
- 20 September 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 5 April 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 5 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 1 June 2026 |
| Physical Measurement Test (PMT) | July 2026 (Expected) |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | July–August 2026 (Expected) |
| Written Examination (OMR) | 20 September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Medical Examination & DV | To be announced |
Exam Pattern 2026
The HP Police Constable written exam is a single OMR-based paper of 100 marks held after PMT and PET. HP-specific GK carries the highest weightage — roughly 40% of the paper.
- Total questions: 100 · Total marks: 100 · Duration: 2 hours
- Mode: Offline OMR (multiple choice)
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
- Qualifying marks: 40% (General) · 35% (SC/ST/OBC) — subject to official notification
- PET/PMT are qualifying only — marks are not added to written merit
Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| HP GK & Current Affairs | 40 | 40 |
| General Knowledge & Everyday Science | 30 | 30 |
| Hindi Language | 20 | 20 |
| Arithmetic & Mental Ability | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Subject-Wise Syllabus
HP GK & Current Affairs (High Priority) (40 Marks)
- HP history — princely states, merger with India, statehood (1971)
- HP geography — 12 districts, Beas/Sutlej/Ravi rivers, passes, national parks
- HP government schemes — Him Ganga, Sahara Yojana, Mukhyamantri Swavlamban
- HP economy — horticulture, tourism, hydropower (SJVN, NHPC)
- HP administration — HP Police Act, current DGP, major police stations
- National & HP current affairs (last 12 months)
General Knowledge & Everyday Science (30 Marks)
- Indian history, polity and Constitution basics
- Physics, chemistry, biology (Class 9–10 NCERT level)
- Environment, sports and national events
- Awards, books and important personalities
Hindi Language (20 Marks)
- व्याकरण — संधि, समास, लिंग, वचन, कारक
- Comprehension and passage-based questions
- Fill in the blanks, antonyms/synonyms
- Error detection and sentence correction
Arithmetic & Mental Ability (10 Marks)
- Number system, HCF/LCM, percentage, ratio
- Profit & loss, simple interest, averages
- Series, analogies, coding-decoding
- Blood relations and direction sense
Selection Process
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) — height, weight, chest (qualifying)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 1600 m run (male) / 800 m run (female), long jump, high jump (qualifying)
- Written Examination — 100 marks OMR-based objective paper (2 hours)
- Medical Examination — fitness assessment
- Document Verification — original certificates check
Physical Standards (PST / PET)
Qualifying standards — category-wise relaxations apply as per official notification.
| Parameter | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 168 cm (General/OBC) · 160 cm (hills) · 157.5 cm (ST) | 155 cm (General) · 150 cm (SC/ST hills) |
| Chest (Male) | 78 cm unexpanded · 83 cm expanded | N/A |
| Weight (Female) | N/A | Minimum 45 kg (proportionate) |
| 1600 m Run (Male) | Within 6 min 30 sec | N/A |
| 800 m Run (Female) | N/A | Within 4 min |
| Long Jump | 12 feet | 9 feet |
| High Jump | 3 ft 6 in | 3 ft |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹300 |
| SC / ST (HP domicile) | ₹150 |
| Female (HP domicile) | Exempt |
| Orphan (HP domicile) | Exempt |
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 58 | 100 | 58.0% |
| OBC (HP) | 52 | 100 | 52.0% |
| SC (HP) | 48 | 100 | 48.0% |
| ST (HP) | 45 | 100 | 45.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Preparation Tips
- Start daily running now — target 1600 m under 6:30 min (male) or 800 m under 4 min (female) for PET.
- Practise long jump (12 ft male / 9 ft female) and high jump at least 20 attempts per day.
- HP GK is ~40% of the written paper — revise HP history, districts, rivers and current schemes daily.
- Solve OMR-format mock tests with 0.25 negative marking to build speed and accuracy.
- Check hppsc.hp.gov.in and citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in regularly for admit card and date updates.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: 12th Pass (45% for General; 40% for SC/ST/OBC)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 23 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 26 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 28 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 33 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Pay Level 3)
Apply Kaise Karein
- Visit citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in and click Apply Online for HP Police Constable 2026.
- Register with mobile number and email ID — keep credentials safe for admit card download.
- Fill personal, educational (10+2 marks), category and domicile details accurately.
- Upload passport-size photo (JPG, as per notification specs) and scanned signature.
- Pay application fee online (UPI / net banking / debit card) — SC/ST and HP-domicile females are exempt.
- Submit the form, download the confirmation page and print for future reference.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the qualification for HP Police Constable 2026? v
10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognised board with minimum 45% marks (General/EWS) or 40% (SC/ST/OBC of HP). Graduation is not required for Constable (GD) posts.
What is the age limit for HP Police Constable 2026? v
18–23 years as on 1 January 2027. OBC (HP domicile) gets up to 3 years relaxation; SC/ST (HP domicile) up to 5 years as per HP government rules.
What is the selection process for HP Police Constable? v
PMT (height/weight/chest) → PET (run, long jump, high jump) → Written OMR exam (100 marks) → Medical → Document Verification. Physical tests are qualifying; written marks decide merit.
What is the salary of HP Police Constable? v
Pay Level 3 — ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month (basic). With DA, HRA and allowances, gross in-hand is typically ₹30,000–₹38,000 in the initial years.
Is there negative marking in the HP Police Constable written exam? v
Yes. 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in the 100-mark OMR paper. Unanswered questions carry no penalty.
Where do I apply for HP Police Constable 2026? v
Apply online only at citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in between 5 April and 1 June 2026. Notification PDF is published on hppsc.hp.gov.in.
What is the age limit for Police Constable (GD/IRB) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 23 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for Police Constable (GD/IRB) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Himachal Pradesh Police Recruitment Board (https://citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Monday, 1 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Police Constable (GD/IRB) 2026? v
The closing date was Monday, 1 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 20 September 2026.