The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 notification for 734 posts of Constable (Male and Female) in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department. The notification was issued on 9 July 2026 under Advertisement Notice No. 4-8/2026-PSC(R-III), with separate advertisements for male candidates (Advt No. 57/7-2026) and female candidates (Advt No. 58/7-2026). Online applications started on 10 July 2026, and the last date to apply has been extended to 21 August 2026 (11:59 PM) following an addendum on age relaxation. Eligible candidates can apply through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal on the official HPPSC website.
HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Constable (Male & Female), Class-III (Non-Gazetted) |
| Advertisement Number | Male: 57/7-2026 | Female: 58/7-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 734 (Male: 491, Female: 243) |
| Notification Date | 9 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online (ORA Portal) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 600 for all categories |
| Pay Scale | Level 3, Rs. 20,200 – Rs. 64,000 |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 9 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 July 2026 (12:01 AM) |
| Original Last Date to Apply | 6 August 2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
HPPSC issued Addendum No. 4-06/2024-PSC(R-III) dated 3 August 2026, granting a one-time upper age relaxation of one year to all categories for these Constable posts, following approval from the Himachal Pradesh Home Department. Because of this age relaxation, the application deadline was extended by 15 days, from 6 August to 21 August 2026. Candidates who had already applied before the addendum do not need to apply again.
HPPSC Police Constable Vacancy Details
The 734 vacancies are divided into 491 posts for Male Constables and 243 posts for Female Constables, further split category-wise as UR, SC, ST, OBC and EWS, with sub-quotas for BPL, Ward of Freedom Fighter (WFF), Ward of Ex-Servicemen and Home Guard candidates. Candidates should check the exact category-wise and sub-quota breakup given in the official notification PDF for their applicable category before applying.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) and +2 (12th) from an institution, school or board situated within Himachal Pradesh.
- This condition of passing 10th and 12th within Himachal Pradesh does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis studying outside the state.
- Reservation benefits are admissible only to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh.
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are not eligible to apply for this recruitment.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Age is calculated as on 1 January 2026, based on the date of birth recorded in the Matriculation certificate.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / Ward of Ex-Serviceman | 18 to 25 years |
| SC / ST / Gorkha / SC-ST Ward of Ex-Serviceman | 18 to 27 years |
| OBC / OBC Ward of Ex-Serviceman | 18 to 27 years |
| Home Guard (all categories) | 20 to 28 years |
Note: As per the August 2026 addendum, a further one-time relaxation of one year in the upper age limit has been granted to all categories for this recruitment. Candidates should verify the revised upper age limit for their category in the official addendum before applying.
Application Fee
- Fee for all candidates: Rs. 600, irrespective of category.
- Payment Mode: Online only, through Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or other digital modes.
- Refund Policy: The fee once paid will not be refunded or carried forward to any other examination.
Salary and Pay Level
Selected candidates will be appointed on a regular basis in Pay Level 3 (Rs. 20,200 – Rs. 64,000) in the HP Police Department. Newly recruited constables must undergo induction training, the Recruits Training Course (RTC), at PTC Daroh. Failure to pass this training makes the candidate liable for termination. The probation period is 2 years, including the RTC period.
Selection Process
- Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Conducted by the HP Police Department. This stage is mainly qualifying, but marks are awarded for height.
- Written Examination: An offline objective-type screening test for candidates who clear the physical test.
- Document Verification: Conducted for shortlisted candidates based on the zone of consideration; NCC certificate marks are awarded at this stage.
- Medical Examination: Conducted by the HP Police Department on the recommendation of HPPSC.
Final Merit Calculation (Total 100 Marks)
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Test (Objective) | 90 |
| Height Marks | 6 |
| NCC Certificate Marks | 4 |
Physical Standards (Height and Chest)
| Category | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Chest (Male Only) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / Ward of Ex-SM / OBC | 5’6″ | 5’2″ | 31″ – 32″ |
| SC / ST / Gorkha / SC-ST Ward of Ex-SM | 5’4″ | 5’0″ | 29″ – 30″ |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying
- 1500m Race (Male): within 5 minutes 30 seconds.
- 800m Race (Female): within 3 minutes 45 seconds.
- 100m Race: Male in 14 seconds; Female in 17 seconds.
- High Jump: Male minimum 1.35m; Female minimum 1.10m (up to 3 attempts).
- Broad Jump: Male minimum 4m; Female minimum 3m (up to 3 attempts).
Exam Pattern for Written Test
- Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Number of Questions/Marks: 90 questions carrying 90 marks
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer or unmarked question; candidates must blacken option “E” on the OMR sheet to skip a question without penalty.
- Medium: Bilingual (English and Hindi); the English version will prevail in case of discrepancy.
- Syllabus Level: +2 standard. The detailed syllabus is stated to be published separately on the official website. This detail is not mentioned in full in the official notification currently available.
NCC Certificate Marks
- NCC “C” Certificate: 4 marks
- NCC “B” Certificate: 2 marks
- NCC “A” Certificate: 1 mark
- Candidates holding multiple certificates will be awarded marks only for the highest one (NCC “C”).
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (scanned)
- Matriculation certificate (as proof of date of birth)
- +2 (12th) certificate
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- Bonafide Himachali certificate
- Home Guard service certificate, if applicable
- BPL certificate, if applicable
How to Apply for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official HPPSC website.
- Click on “Apply Online” and select “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations”.
- New users must complete “New Registration”; existing users can log in directly.
- Select the relevant Constable advertisement (Male or Female) from the dashboard.
- Fill in personal details and choose one district for the Physical Test and Written Test. District selection cannot be changed after submission.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, Matriculation certificate, +2 certificate and category/bonafide certificates.
- Pay the Rs. 600 application fee online.
- Review and submit the final application, then save/print a copy for reference.
Important Instructions
- Applications submitted through any mode other than the official ORA portal will not be accepted.
- Read the complete official notification and addendum carefully before applying.
- Only the date of birth recorded in the Matriculation certificate will be considered for age calculation.
- Beware of fake recruitment websites or agents demanding payment outside the official HPPSC portal; HPPSC does not authorise any third party to collect fees or documents on its behalf.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Selecting the wrong advertisement (Male/Female) or wrong district for the exam centre.
- Uploading unclear or incorrect scanned documents.
- Missing the extended last date of 21 August 2026.
- Not verifying category and age relaxation details before submission.
Official Notification and Application Links
Apply Online – HPPSC ORA Portal
Conclusion
The HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026 offers 734 vacancies for Male and Female Constables in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department, with the application window now open until 21 August 2026. Eligible candidates should read the full official notification and addendum carefully, verify their category, age and physical eligibility, and complete the online application before the extended deadline.
