Himachal Pradesh Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 734 Vacancies

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has launched the application process for 734 Constable positions in the state police department. Interested candidates can apply online until August 6, 2026. This recruitment drive includes separate notifications for male and female candidates, with a total of 491 vacancies for males and 243 for females. Applicants must meet specific educational and age criteria, and the selection process includes physical tests and a written examination. The salary for selected candidates will range from ₹20,000 to ₹64,000 per month, along with various allowances. For more details, including application fees and required documents, read the full article.

By Sourabh Singh Jul 11, 2026, 09:59 IST

HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Himachal Pradesh Police Constable Recruitment 2026: The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has initiated the application process for Constable positions within the state police department starting today. A total of 734 vacancies are available for both male and female candidates. Applications will be accepted exclusively through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.

Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. The last date for submission of applications is August 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM. The Commission has specified that offline applications will not be entertained.

Separate notifications for male and female positions were released by the Commission on July 10. Links to both notifications are provided below.

Vacancy Details:
A total of 734 Constable positions are available in this recruitment drive, with a larger share allocated for male candidates.

Total Vacancies: 734
Male Constable Posts: 491
Female Constable Posts: 243
Recruiting Department: Himachal Pradesh Police Department
Recruiting Body: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
Post | Vacancies
Male Constable | 491
Female Constable | 243
Total | 734

Important Application Dates:

The Commission has outlined the complete schedule for the application process. Candidates are advised to submit their applications before the deadline.

Schedule | Date
Short notification released: July 9, 2026
Online application starts: July 10, 2026
Last date for application: August 6, 2026
Mode of application: Online (ORA portal)

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must have completed their 10th and 12th grades from a recognized board or institution. Those seeking benefits under Himachal Pradesh reservation must also provide proof of being a bona fide Himachali.

Candidates must have passed the 10th standard.
Completion of the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination is essential.
All educational qualifications must be finalized by the specified cut-off date. Applicants under the Himachal quota must submit a Bonafide Himachali certificate.
Age Limit:

The Commission has established different age limits for various categories. Additional relaxation will be provided to candidates from reserved categories.

Category   Age Limit
General / EWS   18 to 25 years
SC / ST / OBC   18 to 28 years
Home Guard   18 to 29 years

Further age relaxation will be granted to reserved category candidates as per Himachal Pradesh Government regulations.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
Before the written examination, candidates must pass a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and a Physical Standard Test (PST). These tests will include a race, high jump, and long jump.

For Male Candidates:
Male candidates must complete the race within the specified time and meet the minimum standards in the jumping events.

1500-meter race: 5 minutes 30 seconds
100-meter race: 14 seconds
High jump: 1.35 meters
Long jump: 4 meters

For Female Candidates:
Different physical test standards apply to female candidates.

800-meter race: 3 minutes 45 seconds
100-meter race: 17 seconds
High jump: 1.10 meters
Long jump: 3 meters

Selection Process:
The recruitment will occur in multiple stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage.

Physical Standard Test (PST)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Written Examination
Document Verification
Medical Examination

The written examination will be objective in nature, carrying 90 marks, with negative marking for incorrect answers.

Salary:
Selected candidates will receive a salary according to Level-3 of the Himachal Pradesh Government's pay matrix, along with various government allowances.
Pay Scale: ₹20,000 to ₹64,000 per month
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Medical Allowance
Other government benefits

Application Fee:

The Commission has set a uniform application fee for all categories.

Category Application Fee
All categories ₹600

The fee can be paid through debit card, credit card, UPI, or other online methods. Please note that the fee is non-refundable.

Required Documents for Application:
Candidates must upload specific essential documents during the application process, which will be verified in subsequent stages.

10th-grade certificate
12th-grade certificate
NCC certificate (if applicable)
Reservation certificate
Bonafide Himachali certificate
EWS or BPL certificate
Home Guard service certificate (if applicable)