Police Constable Recruitment 2026 : has officially released a massive recruitment notification for the direct recruitment of Constables in the District and Armed Police Cadres. The Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 aims to fill a total of 3,298 vacancies across the state. The online application process will commence on 10th March 2026. Candidates who have passed their 10+2 and are looking for a prestigious and secure government job in the law enforcement agency of Punjab can apply online through the official recruitment portal before the deadline.
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates must strictly adhere to the official schedule for the Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05 March 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 10 March 2026 (Tuesday) at 19:00 hrs |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 March 2026 (Monday) till 23:55 hrs |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Answer Key Objection Window | To be notified later |
Application Fees
The application fee varies by category and must be paid online. The fee is non-refundable.
| Category | Application Fee (Rs) | Exam Fee (Rs) | Total (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 550 | 650 | 1200 |
| SC/ST (all states) & BC (Punjab only) | 550 | 150 | 700 |
| EWS | 550 | 150 | 700 |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab State / Lineal Descendants of ESM | 500 | 0 | 500 |
Note: Transgender candidates will be charged fees as per the category they belong to.
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age of the candidate will be determined as of January 1st, 2026.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation | Max. Age (as on 01.01.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| SC/BC of Punjab | 5 Years | 33 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab | Service period + 3 Years | – |
| Serving Regular Govt. Employees (Central/State) | 5 Years | 33 Years |
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF OUT
As per the official notification (Advt. No. 01 of 2025) released by the Office of the Director General of Police, Punjab, on 05th March 2026, the application window will be open from 10th March 2026. The last date to submit the online application form is 30th March 2026. Candidates must go through the detailed eligibility criteria, physical standards, and selection process before applying for the Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026.
Check Official Notification Here
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 3298 vacancies are announced for the post of Constable in both District and Armed Cadres.
District Police Cadre Vacancies (2522 Posts)
| Category | Total Vacancies | Of which Women |
|---|---|---|
| General/Open/Unreserved | 1066 | 304 |
| SC (Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh) | 260 | 104 |
| SC (Ramdasia & Others) | 260 | 104 |
| Backward Classes | 260 | 104 |
| Ex-Serviceman (General) | 182 | 104 |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC Balmiki/Mazhbi) | 52 | 00 |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC Ramdasia & Others) | 52 | 00 |
| Ex-Serviceman (BC) | 52 | 00 |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 52 | 18 |
| EWS | 260 | 78 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters | 26 | 09 |
| Total | 2522 | 825 |
Armed Police Cadre Vacancies (775 Posts)
| Category | Total Vacancies | Of which Women |
|---|---|---|
| General/Open/Unreserved | 328 | 95 |
| SC (Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh) | 80 | 32 |
| SC (Ramdasia & Others) | 80 | 32 |
| Backward Classes | 80 | 32 |
| Ex-Serviceman (General) | 55 | 32 |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC Balmiki/Mazhbi) | 15 | 00 |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC Ramdasia & Others) | 16 | 00 |
| Ex-Serviceman (BC) | 15 | 00 |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 16 | 08 |
| EWS | 80 | 24 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters | 08 | 04 |
| Total | 775 | 259 |
Punjab Police Constable Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet the following educational and physical standards to be eligible for the Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026.
Educational Qualification
- For General Candidates: 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized Education Board/University.
- For Ex-Servicemen: Matriculation (10th Pass).
- Mandatory Qualification: Must have passed Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects, or any other equivalent examination in Punjabi specified by the Punjab Government.
(Qualifications must be attained on or before January 1st, 2026).
Physical Standards
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches (170.2 cms) | 5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cms) |
Note: Transgender candidates will be treated at par with Female candidates for physical standards and tests.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages.
Stage-I: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Paper-I: 100 marks (General Awareness, Quant, Reasoning, English, Punjabi, Digital Literacy). This determines merit.
- Paper-II: 50 marks (Qualifying Punjabi Language paper – Matric standard). Must score 50% to qualify.
Stage-II: Physical Screening Test (PST) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- These tests are qualifying in nature. Candidates must pass all events as per their category.
Stage-III: Document Scrutiny
- Verification of all original certificates and documents.
Punjab Police Constable Physical Test (PST) Details
| Candidate Category | Physical Test Events |
|---|---|
| Male (including Ex-servicemen < 35 years) | 1600 Meters Race (6 min 30 sec), Long Jump (3.80 m), High Jump (1.10 m) |
| Ex-Servicemen Male (> 35 years) | 1400 Meters Walk/Run (12 min), 10 Full Squats (3 min) |
| Female (including Ex-servicemen < 35 years) | 800 Meters Race (4 min 30 sec), Long Jump (3.00 m), High Jump (0.95 m) |
| Ex-Servicemen Female (> 35 years) | 800 meters run (6 min) |
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link
The application for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 will be accepted only through the online mode. No other mode of application will be accepted.
[Punjab Police Constable Apply Online Link]
(Link will be activated on 10th March 2026 at 7:00 PM)
How to Apply for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Step 1: Visit the official recruitment portal at https://iur.ls/punjabpolicerecruitment2026.
Step 2: Click on the registration link and fill in the required details to register.
Step 3: Log in with your credentials and fill out the detailed Application Form (AF).
Step 4: Choose your preferences for the cadre (District and Armed) and for the District (15 preferences for District Cadre).
Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
Step 6: Pay the application fee online through debit card, credit card, or net banking.
Step 7: Submit the form and take a printout of the completed application for future reference.
Salary and Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 will receive a handsome salary as per Punjab Government rules.
- Pay Scale: Rs. 19,900/- per month.
- Minimum Pay: Rs. 19,900/- per month is admissible for the first three years from the date of joining.
FAQs
Q1. What is Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment drive by Punjab Police to fill 3298 vacancies for the post of Constable in the District and Armed Police Cadres.
Q2. When does the online application process start for Punjab Police Constable 2026?
The online application process starts on 10th March 2026 at 7:00 PM.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is 30th March 2026 till 11:55 PM.
Q4. What is the mandatory educational qualification for this post?
Candidates must have passed 10+2 and also have Punjabi as a subject at the Matriculation level or its equivalent.
Q5. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The total application fee for General category candidates is Rs. 1200/-.