The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released two recruitment notifications vide Advertisement Notice No. 4-8/2026-PSC (R-III) dated 09 July 2026 for a total of 734 posts of Police Constable in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department – 491 posts under Advertisement No. 57/7-2026 for Male candidates and 243 posts under Advertisement No. 58/7-2026 for Female candidates. The pay scale for both is Level 3, Rs. 20,200 to Rs. 64,000. The last date for online application has been extended to 5 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications are accepted only through the HPPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal, accessible via the official HPPSC website. Persons with Disabilities are not eligible to apply for this examination.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Four things about this recruitment that are easy to miss. First, there are two separate advertisements – one for Male (Advt. 57/7-2026) and one for Female (Advt. 58/7-2026). Apply under the correct one. Second, Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are explicitly not eligible for this examination – this is stated in the notification. Third, the district you choose for Physical Test and Written Test at the time of application is final – no change will be allowed later. Fourth, OTR (One Time Registration) must be completed first before you can select the post and apply – if you are a new user on the HPPSC portal, register before filling the application form. Finally, selection is not just written test merit – height at PST earns up to 6 additional marks and NCC certificate earns up to 4 additional marks, so candidates with NCC certificates must submit them at document verification.
HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Advertisement Notice No. | 4-8/2026-PSC (R-III), dated 09.07.2026 |
| Advertisement No. (Male) | 57/7-2026 |
| Advertisement No. (Female) | 58/7-2026 |
| Post Name | Police Constable (Male) and Police Constable (Female) |
| Department | Himachal Pradesh Police Department |
| Total Vacancies | 734 (491 Male + 243 Female) |
| Pay Scale | Level 3, Rs. 20,200 – Rs. 64,000 |
| PwD Eligibility | Not eligible |
| Application Mode | Online – HPPSC ORA Portal |
| Application Fee | Rs. 600 (uniform for all categories) |
| Application Opens | 10 July 2026, 12:01 AM |
| Application Last Date (Extended) | 5 September 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Age Reckoned As On | 1 January 2026 |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Notice issued | 09 July 2026 |
| Online application opens | 10 July 2026 (12:01 AM) |
| Original last date | Not specified in extension notice |
| Extended last date | 5 September 2026, 11:59 PM |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 734
Police Constable (Male) – Advertisement No. 57/7-2026: 491 Posts
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 140 |
| UR WFF (06 + 03 Backlog) | 09 |
| UR Home Guards | 38 |
| SC UR | 68 |
| SC WFF (03 + 16 Backlog) | 19 |
| SC BPL | 17 |
| SC Home Guards | 18 |
| ST UR | 13 |
| ST BPL | 06 |
| ST Home Guards | 04 |
| OBC UR | 54 |
| OBC WFF (03 + 13 Backlog) | 16 |
| OBC BPL | 17 |
| OBC Home Guards | 15 |
| EWS | 48 |
| EWS Home Guards | 09 |
| Total | 491 |
Police Constable (Female) – Advertisement No. 58/7-2026: 243 Posts
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 60 |
| UR WFF (02 + 01 Backlog) | 03 |
| UR Ward of Ex-SM | 22 |
| UR Home Guards | 16 |
| SC UR | 28 |
| SC WFF (02 + 05 Backlog) | 07 |
| SC BPL | 08 |
| SC Ward of Ex-SM | 07 |
| SC Home Guards | 08 |
| ST UR | 05 |
| ST BPL | 03 |
| ST Ward of Ex-SM | 02 |
| ST Home Guards | 02 |
| OBC UR | 24 |
| OBC WFF (01 + 05 Backlog) | 06 |
| OBC BPL | 07 |
| OBC Ward of Ex-SM | 05 |
| OBC Home Guards | 06 |
| EWS | 20 |
| EWS Home Guards | 04 |
| Total | 243 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) and +2 (Class 12) from an institution/school/board situated within Himachal Pradesh |
| Himachali exemption | Bonafide Himachalis are exempt from the condition of passing from an institution within Himachal Pradesh |
| PwD eligibility | Persons with Disabilities are NOT eligible to apply |
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on 1 January 2026.
Male Candidates
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 to 25 years |
| SC / ST / SC-ST Ward of Ex-SM / Gorkhas | 18 to 27 years |
| OBC / OBC Ward of Ex-SM | 18 to 27 years |
| Home Guard (General / OBC / EWS) | 20 to 28 years |
| Home Guard (SC / ST / Gorkhas) | 20 to 28 years |
Female Candidates
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / Ward of Ex-SM | 18 to 25 years |
| SC / ST / SC-ST Ward of Ex-SM / Gorkhas | 18 to 27 years |
| OBC / OBC Ward of Ex-SM | 18 to 27 years |
| Home Guard (General / OBC / EWS) | 20 to 28 years |
| Home Guard (SC / ST / Gorkhas) | 20 to 28 years |
Physical Standards
Male Candidates
| Category | Minimum Height | Chest (Unexpanded x Expanded) |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 5 ft 6 in | 31 in x 32 in |
| SC / ST / SC-ST Ward of Ex-SM / Gorkhas | 5 ft 4 in | 29 in x 30 in |
| OBC / OBC Ward of Ex-SM | 5 ft 6 in | 31 in x 32 in |
| Home Guard (General / OBC / EWS) | 5 ft 6 in | 31 in x 32 in |
| Home Guard (SC / ST / Gorkhas) | 5 ft 4 in | 29 in x 30 in |
Female Candidates
| Category | Minimum Height |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / Ward of Ex-SM | 5 ft 2 in |
| SC / ST / SC-ST Ward of Ex-SM / Gorkhas | 5 ft 0 in |
| OBC / OBC Ward of Ex-SM | 5 ft 2 in |
| Home Guard (General / OBC / EWS) | 5 ft 2 in |
| Home Guard (SC / ST / Gorkhas) | 5 ft 0 in |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories (uniform) | Rs. 600 |
The fee must be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or other digital modes. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other examination.
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male and Female) | Rs. 20,200 – Rs. 64,000 | Level 3 |
Selection Process
Selection is in four stages conducted by two bodies – HPPSC (Written Test) and the HP Police Department (PST, PET, Medical Examination, Document Verification).
| Stage | Conducting Body | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | HP Police Department | Qualifying stage |
| 2. Written Test | HPPSC | Objective MCQ, 2 hours, 90 marks, with negative marking |
| 3. Document Verification and NCC Award | HP Police Department | Verification of all certificates and NCC marks awarded |
| 4. Medical Examination | HP Police Department | Conducted after HPPSC recommendations |
Merit List Marks Distribution (Total: 100)
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Examination (Objective MCQ, 90 questions) | 90 |
| PST Height Marks | 06 |
| NCC Certificate | 04 |
| Grand Total | 100 |
PST Height Marks – Male Candidates
| Height | Marks |
|---|---|
| Less than 5 ft 7 in | 0 |
| 5 ft 7 in to less than 5 ft 8 in | 1 |
| 5 ft 8 in to less than 5 ft 9 in | 2 |
| 5 ft 9 in to less than 5 ft 10 in | 3 |
| 5 ft 10 in to less than 5 ft 11 in | 4 |
| 5 ft 11 in to less than 6 ft 0 in | 5 |
| 6 ft 0 in and above | 6 |
PST Height Marks – Female Candidates
| Height | Marks |
|---|---|
| Less than 5 ft 3 in | 0 |
| 5 ft 3 in to less than 5 ft 4 in | 1 |
| 5 ft 4 in to less than 5 ft 5 in | 2 |
| 5 ft 5 in to less than 5 ft 6 in | 3 |
| 5 ft 6 in to less than 5 ft 7 in | 4 |
| 5 ft 7 in to less than 5 ft 8 in | 5 |
| 5 ft 8 in and above | 6 |
PET Qualifying Standards (Qualifying – Not Marks-Based)
| Event | Male Standard | Female Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Long Distance Race | 1500 metres in 5 min 30 sec | 800 metres in 3 min 45 sec |
| High Jump | 1.35 metres (max 3 attempts) | 1.10 metres (max 3 attempts) |
| 100 Metres Race | 14 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Broad Jump | 4 metres (max 3 attempts) | 3 metres (max 3 attempts) |
NCC Certificate Marks
| Certificate | Marks |
|---|---|
| NCC ‘C’ Certificate | 04 marks |
| NCC ‘B’ Certificate | 02 marks |
| NCC ‘A’ Certificate | 01 mark |
A candidate holding more than one NCC certificate will be awarded marks for the highest certificate only.
How to Apply for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Applications are accepted online only through the HPPSC ORA portal. The link closes at 11:59 PM on 5 September 2026.
- Visit the official HPPSC website at hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc.
- Click on “Apply Online” on the homepage.
- If you are a new user, click “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations” and complete the New Registration process first. OTR is mandatory before applying.
- Log in to your OTR account and view the live advertisements on your dashboard.
- Select the relevant post – Police Constable Male (Advt. 57/7-2026) or Police Constable Female (Advt. 58/7-2026) – and fill in all personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Choose your preferred district for the Physical Test and Written Test. This choice is final and cannot be changed after submission.
- Upload all required documents as specified in the advertisement.
- Accept the declaration regarding accuracy and legibility of uploaded documents.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 600 online via Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or other digital mode.
- Submit the application. No changes are allowed after final submission.
Documents Required
- Matriculation (Class 10) certificate and marksheet
- Class 12 (+2) certificate and marksheet
- NCC certificate (A, B or C – whichever is highest, if applicable)
- Valid category certificate – SC/ST/OBC/EWS/WFF/Ward of Ex-SM as applicable
- Bonafide Himachali Certificate, if Matriculation or +2 was passed from outside Himachal Pradesh
- BPL certificate, if applying under BPL category
- Home Guard service certificate issued by the Commandant Home Guards, if applying under HG category
Important Instructions
- PwD candidates are not eligible for this recruitment as clearly stated in both notifications.
- There are two separate advertisements – Male (57/7-2026) and Female (58/7-2026). Apply under the correct one.
- OTR must be completed before applying. New users must register first.
- The district selected for PST/PET and Written Test at the time of application is final. No change will be allowed.
- Selected candidates must successfully complete the Recruitment Training Course (RTC) at PTC Daroh. Failure to pass the RTC may result in termination of service.
- Category claimed at the time of application is treated as final with limited exceptions beyond the candidate’s control.
- Re-checking or re-evaluation of written examination answer sheets is not permitted under any circumstances.
- Government or Semi-Government employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at document verification.
- The online application link will be disabled after 11:59 PM on 5 September 2026. Apply well before the deadline.
- All legal disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts at Shimla only.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – HPPSC ORA Portal | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF – Male (Advt. 57/7-2026) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF – Female (Advt. 58/7-2026) | Click Here |
| Last Date Extension Notice PDF | Click Here |
| HPPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions – HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is a recruitment drive by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission for 734 Police Constable posts in the HP Police Department under Advertisement Notice No. 4-8/2026-PSC (R-III) dated 09 July 2026 – 491 posts for Male candidates under Advt. 57/7-2026 and 243 posts for Female candidates under Advt. 58/7-2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
✅ The last date has been extended to 5 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications are submitted online only through the HPPSC ORA portal at hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc. The link will be disabled after the deadline.
Q3. Can PwD candidates apply for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
✅ No. Persons with Disabilities are explicitly not eligible to apply for this examination as stated in both the Male and Female recruitment notifications.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
✅ Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) and +2 (Class 12) from an institution within Himachal Pradesh. This territorial condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis, who may have passed from anywhere.
Q5. What is the age limit for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
✅ 18 to 25 years for General and EWS candidates as on 1 January 2026. SC/ST and OBC candidates get 2 years relaxation (up to 27 years). Home Guard candidates get a separate age band of 20 to 28 years.
Q6. What is the selection process for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
✅ Four stages – Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test (conducted by HP Police Department), Written Test of 90 marks (conducted by HPPSC), Document Verification with NCC marks award, and Medical Examination. The final merit list is prepared out of 100 marks – 90 for written test, 6 for PST height, and 4 for NCC certificate.
Q7. Does height above the minimum standard earn extra marks?
✅ Yes. Height above the minimum standard earns additional marks in the PST, ranging from 0 to 6 marks based on the height slabs specified separately for male and female candidates. These 6 marks form part of the final 100-mark merit list and can make a significant difference in competitive cutoffs.
Q8. What is the application fee and is it refundable?
✅ Rs. 600 for all candidates uniformly, paid online. The fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred or adjusted against any other HPPSC examination.
Q9. Can I change my district choice after submitting the application?
✅ No. The district chosen for the Physical Test and Written Test at the time of application is final and cannot be changed under any circumstances after final submission.
Q10. What happens after selection in HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
✅ Selected candidates must complete the Recruitment Training Course (RTC) at Police Training College (PTC) Daroh. Failure to pass the RTC may result in termination of service. Medical examination is also conducted by the HP Police Department before final appointment.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Advertisement Notice No. 4-8/2026-PSC (R-III) dated 09 July 2026 issued by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) for 734 posts of Police Constable under Advertisement No. 57/7-2026 (Male) and 58/7-2026 (Female) in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department, along with the subsequent extension notice extending the last date to 5 September 2026. Persons with Disabilities are not eligible for this examination. The application fee of Rs. 600 is non-refundable. All eligibility conditions including physical standards, PET qualifying norms, NCC certificate marks, and district selection rules must be verified from the official notifications at hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc before applying. JobShouter.com is not associated with HPPSC in any manner.
