Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 3298 Posts

Quick Highlights – Punjab Police Constable Vacancy 2026

Detail	Information
Organization	Punjab Police Department
Advertisement No.	Advt. 01/2026
Post Name	Police Constable (District Cadre and Armed Police Cadre)
Total Vacancies	3298 (Tentative)
Notification Release Date	06 March 2026
Application Mode	Online Only – punjabpolice.gov.in
Apply Online Start Date	10 March 2026 (7:00 PM)
Last Date to Apply	30 March 2026 (11:55 PM)
Educational Qualification	10+2 Pass from recognized Board
Age Limit	18 to 28 Years (as on 01.01.2026)
Pay Scale	Rs. 19,900/month
Selection Process	CBT, PST, PMT, Document Verification, Medical
Official Website	punjabpolice.gov.in

Important Dates – Punjab Police Constable Online Form 2026

Activity	Date
Official Notification Released	06 March 2026
Online Application Start Date	10 March 2026 (7:00 PM)
Last Date to Submit Application	30 March 2026 (11:55 PM)
Age Cut-off Date	01 January 2026
CBT Exam Date	To be announced on official website

Important Note: Candidates are strongly advised not to wait till the last date to register. Punjab Police will not be responsible if candidates are unable to submit their application due to last-minute technical issues or heavy portal traffic.

Application Fee – Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Category	Application Fee	Examination Fee	Total Payable
General (Unreserved)	Rs. 550	Rs. 650	Rs. 1,200
SC / ST (All States) and BC (Punjab)	Rs. 550	Rs. 150	Rs. 700
EWS	Rs. 550	Rs. 150	Rs. 700
Ex-Servicemen (Punjab)	Rs. 500	Rs. 0	Rs. 500

Fee is paid online only via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstance. Verify your eligibility carefully before paying.

Vacancy Details – Punjab Police Constable Posts 2026

Cadre	Total Posts	Posts Reserved for Women
District Police Cadre	2522	825
Armed Police Cadre	776	259
Grand Total	3298	1084

Note: The number of vacancies is tentative. It may increase or decrease based on administrative requirements as per Punjab Government decisions. Transgender candidates will be treated at par with female candidates.

Pay Scale – Punjab Police Constable 2026

Post	Monthly Pay	Condition
Police Constable (District and Armed Cadre)	Rs. 19,900/month	Minimum payable during first 3 years from date of joining. Additional DA, HRA, TA as per Punjab Govt. rules.

Eligibility Criteria – Punjab Police Constable 2026

Nationality

• Must be a citizen of India.
• Candidates holding a Green Card, Permanent Residency, or citizenship of any other country are NOT eligible.

Educational Qualification

Category of Candidate	Minimum Qualification Required
General / All Candidates	10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board or University
Ex-Servicemen	Matriculation (10th Pass) is sufficient
Mandatory for ALL candidates	Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject

Important: All educational qualifications must have been attained on or before 1st January 2026. Date of Birth will be verified from the Matriculation certificate only.

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
General (Unreserved)	18 Years	28 Years
SC / BC (Punjab domicile)	18 Years	As per Punjab Govt. rules (relaxation applicable)
Ex-Servicemen (Punjab)	18 Years	As per Punjab Govt. rules
Other Reserved Categories	18 Years	As per Punjab Govt. rules

Physical Standards – Punjab Police Constable PMT 2026

Standard	Male Candidates	Female Candidates
Minimum Height	5 feet 7 inches (170.2 cm)	5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm)
Chest (Unexpanded / Expanded)	As per official notification	Not Applicable

Candidates who do not meet the physical standards will be eliminated from the recruitment process at the PMT stage. No further stages will be allowed for such candidates.

Selection Process – Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026

The recruitment is conducted in multiple stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next one.

Stage	Test	Nature
Stage 1 – Part A	CBT Paper I (General Knowledge, Reasoning, Aptitude, etc.)	Merit-based – 100 Marks
Stage 1 – Part B	CBT Paper II (Punjabi Language)	Qualifying only – 50 Marks (Min. 50% required)
Stage 2	Physical Measurement Test (PMT) + Physical Screening Test (PST)	Qualifying only – No marks awarded
Stage 3	Document Verification (DV)	Qualifying
Final	Medical Examination	Before final appointment

Key Rule: Paper II marks are NOT counted in the merit list. However, failing Paper II means disqualification regardless of Paper I performance. CBT will be conducted in online mode.

Punjab Police Constable Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026

CBT Exam Pattern

Paper	Type	Total Questions	Total Marks	Duration
Paper I	Objective MCQ	100	100	To be notified
Paper II (Punjabi)	Objective MCQ	50	50	To be notified

• No negative marking in either paper.
• Exam medium: English and Punjabi (bilingual).
• Score normalization will be applied if conducted in multiple shifts.
• Paper II minimum qualifying marks: 25 out of 50 (50%).

Paper I – Key Topics

Subject Area	Key Topics
General Knowledge and Current Affairs	National and international current affairs, History, Geography, Punjab GK, Culture, Constitution, Important Govt. Schemes
Quantitative Aptitude	Arithmetic, Percentages, Ratios, Algebra, Data Interpretation, Number System
Mental Ability and Reasoning	Logical Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Series, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense, Blood Relations
Language Skills (English and Punjabi)	Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Translation, Sentence Correction
Computer and Digital Literacy	Computer Basics, MS Office, Internet and Email, Mobile Applications, Cyber Safety

Paper II – Punjabi Language (Qualifying)

• 50 objective-type questions, 1 mark each (50 marks total).
• Syllabus at Matriculation (10th) level Punjabi standard.
• Topics: Punjabi grammar, vocabulary, one-word substitution, comprehension, and English to Punjabi translation.
• Minimum qualifying marks: 25 out of 50. Marks not counted in final merit.

How to Apply Online – Punjab Police Constable 2026

1. Go to the official website at punjabpolice.gov.in. Click on the link for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 under the Recruitment section.
2. Click on New Registration and enter your full name, mobile number, email ID and date of birth. You will receive your login credentials (User ID and Password) on your registered email ID or mobile number.
3. Log in using the registration number and password generated during registration to access the Candidate portal.
4. Enter all required personal details carefully, including father's and mother's name, gender, category, nationality and permanent address.
5. Provide your Class 10th and Class 12th qualification details, including the name of the board, year of passing, roll number and marks obtained.
6. Select your preferred cadre – District Police Cadre or Armed Police Cadre. Candidates applying for the District Cadre must select up to 15 district preferences.
7. Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the prescribed format.
8. Pay the application fee using available online payment options such as debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI as per your category.
9. Before final submission, carefully review all the details entered in the form. Check for spelling errors, incorrect information or missing details to avoid issues later.
10. After verifying all details, click on the Submit button to complete the application process. Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Direct Apply Link: Candidates can also directly access the application portal at https://iur.ls/puniabpolicerecruitment2026 (as notified by Punjab Police).

Documents Required – Punjab Police Constable Application 2026

• Recent passport-size colour photograph (scanned, prescribed size).
• Scanned signature of the candidate.
• Matriculation (Class 10th) certificate – for date of birth and Punjabi language proof.
• Class 12th mark sheet and certificate from recognized Board.
• Category certificate – SC, ST, BC (Punjab), EWS (if applicable).
• Domicile certificate of Punjab (where applicable).
• Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applicable).
• Valid photo ID proof – Aadhaar card, PAN card, or Voter ID card.

Important Rules – Punjab Police Constable Vacancy 2026

• Only Indian citizens are eligible. Candidates holding citizenship, Green Card, or Permanent Residency of any other country cannot apply.
• Punjabi at Matriculation level is mandatory for all candidates. Failing Paper II will lead to disqualification even with a high Paper I score.
• Age is calculated strictly as on 01.01.2026. Only Matriculation certificate is accepted as age proof.
• Candidates must provide correct Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number and Email Address during registration – these details cannot be changed after registration.
• Candidates applying for District Cadre must select up to 15 district preferences.
• Transgender candidates will be treated at par with female candidates.
• Government/PSU employees do not need NOC to apply but must inform their employer before attending selection stages.
• All educational qualifications must have been attained on or before 1st January 2026.
• Furnishing false information or submitting forged documents will lead to immediate disqualification and legal action.
• Candidates must qualify all stages – CBT, PMT, PST, and DV – to be considered for final selection.
• Admit Card, CBT Exam Date, Result, Cut Off, and Merit List will be published only on punjabpolice.gov.in. Check the website regularly.
• No hard copy of the application needs to be sent by post. Bring a printed copy of the submitted form at the time of Document Verification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026

How many vacancies are there in Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

Punjab Police has announced a total of 3298 tentative vacancies. Of these, 2522 posts are in the District Police Cadre (825 reserved for women) and 776 posts are in the Armed Police Cadre (259 reserved for women).

What is the last date to apply for Punjab Police Constable 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 is 30 March 2026 at 11:55 PM. The online application process started on 10 March 2026 at 7:00 PM.

What is the application fee for Punjab Police Constable 2026?

The category-wise total application fee is: General – Rs. 1200 (Application Fee Rs. 550 + Examination Fee Rs. 650). SC/ST (All States) and BC (Punjab) – Rs. 700 (Application Fee Rs. 550 + Examination Fee Rs. 150). EWS – Rs. 700 (Application Fee Rs. 550 + Examination Fee Rs. 150). Ex-Servicemen (Punjab) – Rs. 500 (Application Fee Rs. 500 + Examination Fee Rs. 0).

What is the educational qualification for Punjab Police Constable 2026?

General candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board or University. Ex-Servicemen need only Matriculation (10th Pass). All candidates must have studied Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject at the Matriculation level. All qualifications must be attained on or before 1st January 2026.

What is the age limit for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years of age as on 1st January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, BC (Punjab), Ex-Servicemen, and other reserved categories as per Punjab Government rules.

What is the selection process for Punjab Police Constable 2026?

The selection process involves: Stage 1 – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Paper I (100 marks, merit-based) and Paper II (50 marks, qualifying Punjabi language test). Stage 2 – Physical Screening Test (PST) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT): qualifying in nature. Stage 3 – Document Verification. Final stage – Medical Examination before appointment.

What is the salary of Punjab Police Constable 2026?

The pay scale for Punjab Police Constable is Rs. 19,900 per month. During the first three years of service from the date of joining, the minimum payable salary will be Rs. 19,900 per month. Additional allowances like DA, HRA, and TA are applicable as per Punjab Government rules.

What is the physical height requirement for Punjab Police Constable 2026?

The minimum height requirement for male candidates is 5 feet 7 inches (170.2 cm). For female candidates, the minimum height requirement is 5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm). Physical standards are verified during the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) stage.

Official Source

All information in this article is sourced and verified from:

• Official Notification: Punjab Police Advertisement No. 01/2026, released on 06 March 2026.
• Official Website: punjabpolice.gov.in
• Official Apply Online Portal: https://iur.ls/puniabpolicerecruitment2026

Disclaimer: Vacancy count is tentative as stated in the official notification. Candidates must download and read the official Punjab Police Constable Notification 2026 PDF from punjabpolice.gov.in before applying. Do not rely on any third-party or unofficial source for final information.