HPPSC HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 for 734 Male and Female Posts

Quick Highlights

• Organization: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
• Advertisement Numbers: 57/7-2026 (Male) and 58/7-2026 (Female)
• Advertisement Date: 10 July 2026
• Post Name: Constable, Class-III (Non-Gazetted)
• Total Vacancies: 734 (491 Male, 243 Female)
• Apply Online Starts: 10 July 2026, 12:01 AM
• Last Date to Apply Online: 6 August 2026, 11:59 PM
• Application Mode: Online through the OTR portal on the HPPSC website
• Application Fee: Rs 600 for all candidates

Important Dates

The online application link on the HPPSC website will be enabled from 10 July 2026 at 12:01 AM and will be disabled after 6 August 2026 at 11:59 PM, after which no further applications will be accepted. This window applies to both the male and female Constable advertisements. Dates for the Physical Test and Written Examination will be announced separately on the Commission website.

Application Fee

A uniform examination fee applies to every candidate, irrespective of category, for both the male and female posts.

The fee must be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or any other digital mode on or before the closing date. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other examination.

Vacancy Details

The 734 vacancies are split across two separate advertisements, one for male candidates and one for female candidates, each with its own category-wise breakup.

Constable (Male) - 491 Posts, Advertisement 57/7-2026

Constable (Female) - 243 Posts, Advertisement 58/7-2026

Both notifications state that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease, and any change will be intimated through the HPPSC website.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

A candidate is eligible for the post of Constable, male or female, if she or he has passed Matriculation and plus two from any institution, school or board situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis who completed these examinations outside the state.

Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)

Height and Chest Standards

Physical standards differ for male and female candidates and are checked at the Physical Standard Test.

Persons with Disabilities are not eligible to apply for this examination, as stated in both notifications.

Pay Scale

Selected candidates, both male and female, will be placed on regular basis in Pay Band Level-3, ranging from Rs 20,200 to Rs 64,000, in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department.

Selection Process

The recruitment process for both male and female Constable posts follows the same four stages.

1. Physical Test: Conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Police Department, consisting of the Physical Standard Test (height measurement) and the Physical Efficiency Test.
2. Written Test: An offline, objective type multiple choice examination of two hours, conducted by the Commission for candidates who clear the Physical Test.
3. Document Verification: Carried out by the Police Department for candidates in the zone of consideration, including the award of marks for NCC certificates.
4. Medical Examination: Scheduled and conducted by the Police Department after receiving recommendations from the Commission.

Physical Efficiency Test Standards

Candidates who fail to qualify in any event of the Physical Efficiency Test are disqualified from the remaining events. The outdoor Physical Efficiency Test is videographed for transparency, and a dope test may also be conducted.

Height Marks in the Physical Standard Test

Marks in the Physical Standard Test are awarded only for height, on a scale of 0 to 6 marks, with different thresholds for male and female candidates. Taller candidates within the eligible range score higher, up to a maximum of 6 marks.

Exam Pattern and Marking

The written examination carries 90 marks and consists of 90 objective type multiple choice questions, to be answered in two hours. The question paper is bilingual, in English and Hindi, and the English version is treated as final in case of any discrepancy. Each question offers four answer options along with an option E for candidates who do not wish to attempt it.

Negative marking applies at one fourth, or 0.25 marks, for every wrong answer, for questions with more than one answer marked, and even for questions left entirely blank. The syllabus for the written examination is of plus two standard and is published separately on the Commission website.

NCC Certificate marks are awarded during document verification: 4 marks for an NCC C Certificate, 2 marks for a B Certificate, and 1 mark for an A Certificate. A candidate holding more than one certificate is given marks for only the highest one.

How To Apply

1. Visit the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission and locate the Apply Online link on the home page.
2. Click on One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations and register as a new candidate, or log in directly if already registered.
3. On the OTR dashboard, find the live advertisement for Constable Male or Constable Female and open the application form for the relevant post.
4. Fill in all personal details correctly and choose one district for both the Physical Test and the Written Test, since this choice cannot be changed later.
5. Upload scanned copies of the Matriculation certificate, plus two certificate, category certificate if applicable, and other supporting documents in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the examination fee of Rs 600 online through debit card, credit card, UPI or any other digital payment mode after accepting the terms and conditions.
7. Check the preview of all uploaded documents carefully, confirm the declaration, and submit the application, since no changes are allowed once it is submitted.

Documents Required

• Matriculation certificate
• Plus two certificate
• NCC certificate, if the candidate holds one
• Valid category certificate for SC, ST, OBC, EWS or Ward of Ex-Servicemen candidates, on the prescribed proforma
• Bonafide Himachali certificate, where the Matriculation and plus two examinations were passed outside Himachal Pradesh
• Home Guard service certificate issued by the Commandant Home Guards, for Home Guard candidates
• Valid EWS or BPL certificate, along with a non-SC/ST/OBC certificate, for candidates applying under the EWS category

General Rules

• The category claimed by a candidate in the application is treated as final, and any change of category is generally not entertained after submission.
• Persons with Disabilities are not eligible to apply for this examination.
• Candidates already in regular government service must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer before document verification.
• No request for re-checking or re-evaluation of the written examination answer sheets is entertained under any circumstances.
• Furnishing false information or suppressing factual information in the application can lead to disqualification or termination of service, even after appointment.
• Candidates found guilty of adopting unfair means, impersonation, or misconduct during any stage of the process may be debarred from future examinations for a period of up to 15 years.
• All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts at Shimla.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many vacancies are there in HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

There are 734 vacancies in total, made up of 491 posts for Constable (Male) under advertisement 57/7-2026 and 243 posts for Constable (Female) under advertisement 58/7-2026.

Q2. What is the age limit for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

For General and EWS candidates the age limit is 18 to 25 years, and for SC, ST, OBC and Ward of Ex-Servicemen candidates it is 18 to 27 years, as on 1 January 2026. Home Guard candidates are eligible from 20 to 28 years. Age is calculated separately for male and female categories with the same limits.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for HP Police Constable?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation and plus two from an institution, school or board situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis who studied outside the state.

Q4. What is the application fee for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

A uniform examination fee of Rs 600 is charged from all candidates irrespective of category, for both male and female posts. The fee is paid online through debit card, credit card, UPI or other digital modes and is non-refundable.

Q5. What is the selection process for HP Police Constable?

Selection involves four stages: a Physical Test covering Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test, a written examination of 90 marks, document verification with NCC certificate marks, and a medical examination. The final merit list is prepared out of 100 marks, combining the written test, height marks and NCC marks.

Q6. What are the height and physical standards for HP Police Constable?

For male General and EWS candidates the minimum height is 5 feet 6 inches with a chest of 31 by 32 inches, while SC, ST and Gorkha candidates need 5 feet 4 inches with a chest of 29 by 30 inches. For female General and EWS candidates the minimum height is 5 feet 2 inches, and for SC, ST and Gorkha candidates it is 5 feet.

Q7. How can candidates apply for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online through the One Time Registration portal on the HPPSC website, by registering or logging in, filling personal details, choosing one district for the Physical Test and Written Test, and uploading the required documents before final submission.

Q8. Can Persons with Disabilities apply for HP Police Constable posts?

No. As per the official notification, Persons with Disabilities are not eligible to apply for this examination.

Q9. What is the last date to apply online for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

The online application link on the HPPSC website is open from 10 July 2026 at 12:01 AM and will be disabled after 6 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. This window applies to both the male and female Constable advertisements.

Source

This article is based on Advertisement No. 57/7-2026 (Constable Male) and Advertisement No. 58/7-2026 (Constable Female), both dated 10 July 2026, along with the covering Advertisement Notice No. 4-8/2026-PSC (R-III) dated 9 July 2026, all issued by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission.

Disclaimer

This article is prepared for general information based on the official advertisements issued by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission. Candidates are advised to refer to the official HPPSC website for the complete notification, closing date and any subsequent updates before applying.