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HPPSC HP Police Constable (Male & Female) Recruitment 2026 – 734 Vacancies

Important Dates 2026

• Short Notification Released: 09 July 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 10 July 2026 (12:01 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 21st August 2026 (extended)
• Admit Card Release: To Be Notified
• Written Exam Date: To Be Notified
• Result & PMT/PET Call: To Be Notified After Written Exam
• Document Verification & Medical Examination: To Be Notified
• Final Merit List: To Be Notified

Note: Candidates should apply well before the last date (21st August 2026 (extended)) to avoid last-minute server issues on the ORA portal.

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Domicile: Candidate must generally be a bonafide resident of Himachal Pradesh, holding a valid Himachal Pradesh Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority
• Educational Qualification: Must have passed Matriculation (10th) and 10+2 (Senior Secondary/Intermediate) from a recognized Board/Institution
• Age Limit: 18 to 26 Years (Age Relaxation Applicable as per Himachal Pradesh Government Rules for Reserved Categories)
• Age and educational qualification cut-off dates will be as specified in the official detailed notification

Vacancy Details

Selection Process 2026

• Stage 1: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Height, Chest (for males), Weight and Fitness Standards
• Stage 2: Written Examination — Objective Type Test
• Stage 3: Document Verification
• Stage 4: Medical Examination
• Stage 5: Final Merit List & Appointment

Important Points

• Candidates must clear the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) standards to be eligible for the written examination
• Only candidates who qualify PMT/PET and the written exam proceed to Document Verification and Medical Examination
• PET/PST is the biggest elimination round in HP Police recruitment — candidates should begin physical preparation well in advance

Physical Standards (Indicative — Refer Official Notification)

Salary & Pay Scale

Written Exam Syllabus Overview (Indicative)

• English Language
• Hindi Language
• General Awareness (including Himachal Pradesh-specific GK — History, Culture, Government Schemes)
• Logical Reasoning
• Mathematics & Science

Note: HP-specific General Knowledge typically carries significant weightage in HP Police exams and is an area where candidates from other states may need to prepare more focused. The exact syllabus and exam pattern (number of questions, marks, negative marking) will be published in the detailed notification.

How to Apply Online for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official HPPSC website — hppsc.hp.gov.in
• Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user on the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal
• Log in using your registered credentials
• Select “HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026” from the notification list
• Fill in all required personal, educational and communication details carefully
• Upload your recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format (JPG/JPEG)
• Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the available online payment modes
• Carefully review all entered details — no correction will be allowed after final submission
• Submit the application form and download/print the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference

Documents Required for Application 2026

• Matriculation (10th) Certificate & Marksheet (Date of Birth Proof)
• 10+2 (Senior Secondary) Certificate & Marksheet
• Himachal Pradesh Domicile/Bonafide Resident Certificate
• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable, in prescribed HP Government format)
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID)
• Recent Passport-size Photograph (Scanned)
• Scanned Signature

Note: Original documents must be produced at the time of Document Verification. Candidates should ensure all details match exactly with their certificates to avoid rejection.

Preparation Strategy & Tips

• Start physical training immediately — PMT/PET is typically the first and biggest elimination round in HP Police recruitment; running endurance, height and chest standards cannot be waived or improved overnight
• Focus extra on Himachal Pradesh-specific GK — questions on HP history, culture, geography and government schemes carry meaningful weightage and differentiate serious candidates
• Build strong basics in Mathematics, Reasoning and English/Hindi language sections through regular practice
• Solve previous year HP Police Constable question papers to understand difficulty level and recurring patterns
• Keep all eligibility documents (domicile, category certificates) ready and verified well in advance since these are strictly checked at Document Verification
• Regularly check hppsc.hp.gov.in and the ORA portal for the detailed notification, exam date and admit card updates

Job Profile — What an HP Police Constable Does

• Maintains law and order and public safety in the assigned district/police station area
• Assists in crime prevention, investigation support and patrolling duties
• Executes orders and directives from senior officers such as Head Constables and Station House Officers
• Handles traffic management, VIP security and law enforcement duties as assigned
• Offers a clear career progression path — Constable → Head Constable → Assistant Sub-Inspector → Sub-Inspector and beyond, through seniority and departmental exams

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