The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 notification for 734 Police Constable vacancies, including 491 Male and 243 Female posts in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department.
Eligible candidates who have passed Matriculation and +2 can apply online through the HPPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. The last date to apply has been extended to 21 August 2026.
HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Department | Himachal Pradesh Police Department |
| Post Names | Police Constable Male & Female |
| Total Vacancies | 734 Posts |
| Male Vacancies | 491 |
| Female Vacancies | 243 |
| Age Limit | 18–25 Years; relaxation as applicable |
| Qualification | Matriculation + 10+2 |
| Application Fee | ₹600 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | Level-3, ₹20,200–₹64,000 |
| Experience | Not Required |
| Eligibility | Educational + Physical Standards/PET requirements |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 10 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2026 |
| Application Closing Time | 11:59 PM |
Vacancy Details
- Police Constable Male: 491 Posts
- Police Constable Female: 243 Posts
- Total: 734 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Matriculation and +2 from an institution, school or board situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis.
Age Limit
The age limit is generally 18 to 25 years, with applicable category-wise age relaxation. Home Guard candidates may have different prescribed age limits as mentioned in the notification.
Physical Eligibility
Candidates must also meet the prescribed height, chest and physical efficiency requirements.
The selection process includes:
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Written Examination
- Evaluation & Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important: Candidates should carefully check the physical standards and PET requirements before applying.
Salary
Selected candidates for HP Police Constable posts will receive Level-3 pay, with a pay scale of approximately ₹20,200–₹64,000 as prescribed.
How to Apply for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official HPPSC website.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
- Login to your OTR account.
- Select the Police Constable Male/Female advertisement.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the ₹600 application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the application confirmation for future reference.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
| Apply Online | HPPSC Online Application Portal |
| Details / Notification PDF | HPPSC Official Notification |
| Official Website | HPPSC Official Website |
Official Apply Link
Candidates should use the official HPPSC Online Recruitment Application portal to submit their application. Applicants are advised to complete the form before the extended deadline of 21 August 2026 and carefully verify all details before final submission.
Official Details PDF
Candidates should read the official recruitment notification before applying. It contains the complete information about vacancies, age limits, educational qualification, physical standards, PET, selection process, fee and required documents.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
There are 734 vacancies, including 491 Male and 243 Female Constable posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The extended last date is 21 August 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Q3. What is the educational qualification?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation and +2 as prescribed in the recruitment notification.
Q4. Is experience required?
No. Previous work experience is not required for the Police Constable posts.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹600 for all categories.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection includes PST, PET, Written Examination, Evaluation/Document Verification and Medical Examination.
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