HPPSC Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 734 Posts (Male & Female) | Check Eligibility, Salary & Exam Pattern
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released two back-to-back notifications for the recruitment of Police Constables — 491 posts for Male candidates and 243 posts for Female candidates, taking the combined vacancy count to 734. Both drives fall under the HP Police Department (Recruitment of Constables) Rules, 2024, and follow an identical selection process of Physical Test, Written Exam, Document Verification, and Medical Exam. This is one of the biggest police recruitment opportunities in Himachal Pradesh for 2026, making it a must-apply for eligible Himachali candidates.
🏢 Organization Details
| Detail | Male Constable | Female Constable |
|---|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Constable (Male), Class-III (Non-Gazetted) | Constable (Female), Class-III (Non-Gazetted) |
| Advertisement No. | 57/7-2026 | 58/7-2026 |
| Notification Date | 10-07-2026 | 10-07-2026 |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh Police Department (State-wide) | Himachal Pradesh Police Department (State-wide) |
HPPSC is the premier recruiter of gazetted and non-gazetted positions in the government, and that of the Police Constable carries the security of job, pay scales, and career growth within HP Police force. Since both men and women have separate notifications, candidates must verify the correct advertisement number corresponding to their application.
📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation
Constable (Male) – 491 Posts (Advt. No. 57/7-2026)
| Category | UR | WFF | BPL | HG | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 140 | 09 | – | 38 | 187 |
| SC | 68 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 122 |
| ST | 13 | – | 06 | 04 | 23 |
| OBC | 54 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 102 |
| EWS | 48 | – | – | 09 | 57 |
| Grand Total | 491 |
Constable (Female) – 243 Posts (Advt. No. 58/7-2026)
| Category | UR | WFF | BPL | Ward of Ex-SM | HG | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 60 | 03 | – | 22 | 16 | 101 |
| SC | 28 | 07 | 08 | 07 | 08 | 58 |
| ST | 05 | – | 03 | 02 | 02 | 12 |
| OBC | 24 | 06 | 07 | 05 | 06 | 48 |
| EWS | 20 | – | – | – | 04 | 24 |
| Grand Total | 243 |
Given that there is reservation in various categories like SC, ST, OBC, EWS, WFF, Ward of Ex-Servicemen, and Home Guard, the aspirants must be very clear about their particular subcategory, because even backlog vacancies are included in many seats. It implies that there is stiff competition in most categories.
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Candidate must have passed Matriculation and +2 (10+2) from any institution/school/board situated within Himachal Pradesh.
- This HP-institution condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis who studied outside the state.
- No specific stream/subject requirement is mentioned — general +2 qualification is sufficient.
Because the threshold requirements are quite straightforward (pass in 10+2), this process will have an extremely large number of applicants. The precise fulfillment of the residency/instutition criteria is important, hence please prepare your Matriculation and +2 certificates for uploading.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks / Merit Formula
There’s no separate “cutoff percentage” in qualification, but final merit is decided out of 100 total marks:
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Examination (Objective) | 90 |
| Height (PST) | 6 |
| NCC Certificate | 4 |
| Total | 100 |
Note: Candidates scoring zero or negative marks in the written exam will not be included in the merit list — so accuracy matters more than attempting every question, given the negative marking rule.
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
Male Candidates
| Category | Age Limit | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 18–25 yrs | 5’6″ | 31″×32″ |
| SC/ST/SC-ST Ward of Ex-SM/Gorkhas | 18–27 yrs | 5’4″ | 29″×30″ |
| OBC/OBC Ward of Ex-SM | 18–27 yrs | 5’6″ | 31″×32″ |
| Home Guard (Gen/OBC/EWS) | 20–28 yrs | 5’6″ | 31″×32″ |
| Home Guard (SC/ST/Gorkhas) | 20–28 yrs | 5’4″ | 29″×30″ |
Female Candidates
| Category | Age Limit | Height |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS/Ward of Ex-SM | 18–25 yrs | 5’2″ |
| SC/ST/SC-ST Ward of Ex-SM/Gorkhas | 18–27 yrs | 5’0″ |
| OBC/OBC Ward of Ex-SM | 18–27 yrs | 5’2″ |
| Home Guard (Gen/OBC/EWS) | 20–28 yrs | 5’2″ |
| Home Guard (SC/ST/Gorkhas) | 20–28 yrs | 5’0″ |
The upper age limit for reserved category candidates is lenient (upto 27) as opposed to that for General/EWS candidates (25). Moreover, Home Guards have an upper age band of 20-28. It must be remembered that the date of birth entered in the Matriculation certificate is final.
Important: Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) are not eligible to apply for this examination.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (Uniform Fee) | ₹600 |
- Payment Mode: Online only — Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / other digital modes.
- Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other exam.
A fixed amount paid across all categories makes this process simple – just ensure that payment is made and registered, because an application cannot be deemed to have been filed until fee registration has been done (in case of males only).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Physical Test – Physical Standard Test (PST) + Physical Efficiency Test (PET), conducted by HP Police Department
- Written Examination – Offline OMR-based objective test, 90 marks, 2 hours, with negative marking
- Document Verification – For candidates in the zone of consideration; NCC marks also awarded here
- Medical Examination – Conducted by HP Police after Commission’s recommendation
Physical Standard Test (Height Marks):
Male:
| Height | Marks |
|---|---|
| Less than 5’7″ | 0 |
| 5’7″–5’8″ | 1 |
| 5’8″–5’9″ | 2 |
| 5’9″–5’10” | 3 |
| 5’10″–5’11” | 4 |
| 5’11″–6’0″ | 5 |
| 6’0″ and above | 6 |
Female:
| Height | Marks |
|---|---|
| Less than 5’3″ | 0 |
| 5’3″–5’4″ | 1 |
| 5’4″–5’5″ | 2 |
| 5’5″–5’6″ | 3 |
| 5’6″–5’7″ | 4 |
| 5’7″–5’8″ | 5 |
| 5’8″ and above | 6 |
Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying only):
| Event | Male Standard | Female Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Race | 1500m in 5:30 | 800m in 3:45 |
| High Jump | 1.35m (3 attempts) | 1.10m (3 attempts) |
| 100m Race | 14 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Broad Jump | 4m (3 attempts) | 3m (3 attempts) |
Moreover, a dope test can also be done in the beginning of the PET, and the whole outdoor test is videotaped for accountability reasons — so applicants need to prepare themselves well for the physical part because one failure means no other chances left.
📚 Examination Syllabus & Pattern
- Level: +2 (10+2) standard
- Mode: Offline, OMR-based
- Duration: 2 hours
- Questions: 90 objective-type MCQs (Options A, B, C, D + Option E to skip)
- Language: Bilingual (English & Hindi) — English version is treated as final in case of discrepancy
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer, multiple answers, or blank/unmarked question
- Detailed subject-wise syllabus will be published separately on the HPPSC website
As missing out on answering the question attracts negative marking as well (unless Option E is ticked), the candidate needs to have knowledge about the marking scheme prior to taking the test – a simple rule that fools many first-timers.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release (Male – Advt 57/7-2026) | 10-07-2026 |
| Notification Release (Female – Advt 58/7-2026) | 10-07-2026 |
| Start Date for ORA | To be announced on HPPSC website |
| Last Date for ORA | To be announced on HPPSC website |
| Written Exam Date | To be announced (after PST/PET) |
No exact dates regarding the beginning or end of ORA can be found in the official notification, and you will have to keep checking the HPPSC website regularly for that information. Do not delay, as there is no scope for any rectification once you have submitted an application.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official HPPSC website: http://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc
- Click on “Apply Online” on the homepage
- Click “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations”
- Complete New Registration (if not already registered) and create your profile
- Log in to your OTR account and view live advertisements on the dashboard
- Select the relevant post (Constable Male – 57/7-2026 or Constable Female – 58/7-2026)
- Fill in personal details and choose ONE district for Physical Test & Written Test (no change allowed later)
- Upload all required documents (Matriculation, +2, category certificates, NCC certificate if applicable, etc.)
- Confirm the declaration/undertaking regarding document legibility
- Pay the ₹600 application fee online
- Submit the final application — no edits possible after submission
The first time applicants are advised to have scanned copies of all certificates, photographs and signatures ready in the prescribed format before filling out the form as the application can be submitted only when documents have been uploaded and fees paid.
📜 General Conditions & Key Rules
- Category claimed at the time of application is treated as final in most cases.
- No re-checking/re-evaluation of OMR answer sheets is entertained under any circumstances.
- Candidates in regular Government/Semi-Government service need an NOC from their employer for document verification.
- Furnishing false information or suppressing facts leads to disqualification, even after appointment.
- Malpractice (impersonation, unfair means, obtaining question papers improperly, etc.) can lead to debarment for up to 15 years.
- All jurisdictional disputes are subject to Shimla court jurisdiction.
- Selected candidates must complete Recruitment Training Course (RTC) at PTC Daroh; failure to pass RTC can lead to termination.
- Confirmation happens only after 2 years’ probation (including RTC).
The above conditions have been put in place to ensure the process remains both fair and transparent; however, they also imply that any little mistake such as a wrongly specified category and absence of the NOC will automatically disqualify a person from selection.
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: http://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc
- Official Notification (Male – 57/7-2026) & (Female – 58/7-2026): Available on HPPSC website
- Official Website: www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc
- Helpline: Toll-Free 1800-180-8004 | Ph: 0177-2629738 (10 AM–5 PM, working days)
- Email: [email protected]
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
A combined 734 posts are advertised — 491 for Male Constables (Advt. 57/7-2026) and 243 for Female Constables (Advt. 58/7-2026).
Candidates must have passed Matriculation and +2 from an institution situated within Himachal Pradesh, though this condition is relaxed for Bonafide Himachalis.
General/EWS candidates need to be 18–25 years old, while SC/ST/OBC candidates get relaxation up to 27 years, and Home Guard candidates fall in the 20–28 age band, all as on 01-01-2026.
A uniform fee of ₹600 applies to all candidates regardless of category, payable online via debit card, credit card, or UPI.
Selection involves a Physical Test (PST and PET), a 90-mark written examination, document verification, and a final medical examination.
No, PwD candidates are not eligible to apply for this particular examination as per the official notification.
Applications must be submitted online through the One Time Registration (OTR) system on the official HPPSC website, and no other mode of application is accepted.
⚠️ Disclaimer
Kindly confirm everything regarding this vacancy from the official HPPSC website or the actual notice (Advt. No. 57/7-2026 and 58/7-2026). CurrentOpenings (currentopenings.in) does not bear any responsibility for the accuracy or discrepancy in the above-given information.
| Advertisement No. | 57/7-2026, 58/7-2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 734 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Notification Release | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Job Location | 📍 Himachal |
| Official Advertisement (Female) | Download PDF |
| Official Advertisement (Male) | Download PDF |
| Notification Release | 10 July 2026 |
| Start Date for ORA | To be announced on HPPSC website |
| Last Date for ORA | To be announced on HPPSC website |
| Written Exam Date | To be announced (after PST/PET) |
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