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Punjab Police Constable Exam Answer Key 2026 Released – Download PDF & Raise Objections

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 06:50 AM IST
Updated: Aug 15, 2026 09:35 PM IST
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The Punjab Police has officially released the Punjab Police Constable Exam Answer Key 2026 for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted across July 2026, allowing candidates to submit objections until August 7, 2026. Aspirants who appeared for Advt No. 01/2026 across District and Armed Police Cadres can now access their response sheets and evaluate their performance.

Punjab Police Constable 2026 Overview

To help candidates understand the scope and recruitment statistics, here is a quick overview of the examination process:

Overview
Exam NamePunjab Police Constable Computer-Based Examination 2026
Advt No.01/2026
Vacancies3,298
Mode of Answer KeyOnline (Login Based)
Answer Key Date5th August 2026
Exam Date1st to 30th July 2026
Raise Objection dates5th to 7th August 2026 (4 pm)
Objection FeeRs. 50 per objection
Next StagePST and PMT

Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

The CBT evaluation follows a specific paper structure with no negative marking across either section:

Papers Total Questions Correct Answer Negative Marking
Paper I (Merit Paper) 100 1 mark No
Paper II (Punjabi – Qualifying) 50 1 mark No

Shift-Wise Answer Key PDFs

Candidates can directly access specific shift response sheets using the following documents:

Exam Date (Shift) Answer Key PDF
12th July Shift 1 Click to Download
20th July Shift 2 Click to Download
23rd July Shift 2 Click to Download

How to Download Punjab Police Answer Key 2026?

Follow these step-by-step instructions to retrieve your response sheet:

  1. Visit the official website of Punjab Police at www.punjabpolice.gov.in.
  2. On the homepage, go to the Recruitment section.
  3. Now select “Police Constable in District and Armed Cadre of Punjab Police- 2026”.
  4. Click on the link “Login” that appears at the top of the homepage.
  5. Enter your login details as per the admission certificate.
  6. Now click on the “Answer Key” link.
  7. Select your exam date and shift.
  8. The answer key PDF opens on the screen; download and keep it safe.
  9. Cross-verify your responses using your response sheet.

Click to Download Punjab Police Constable Exam Answer Key 2026 (Link Active)

Details Required to Download Punjab Police Answer Key

Ensure you have the following particulars ready:

  • Registration No./Login ID /ਐਪਲੀਕੇਸ਼ਨ ਨੰ / ਲਾੱਗਇਨ ਆਈ ਡੀ
  • Password / ਪਾਸਵਰਡ

What Details are Mentioned in Punjab Police Answer Key 2026?

Review the following fields carefully on your downloaded key:

  • Candidate’s Name
  • Roll Number and Application Number
  • Post Name
  • Exam Date
  • Shift Timing
  • Question Serial Number
  • Correct Answers of each question

Steps to Raise Objections Against Official Answer Key

If you find discrepancies, use the procedure below before August 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM:

  1. Log in to the official portal with your registration credentials.
  2. Click on the link “Objection for Answer Key”.
  3. Select the number of the question you want to challenge.
  4. Attach supporting evidence/reference materials, if necessary.
  5. Pay an objection fee for each question (refund if challenge accepted).
  6. Submit to the portal before the deadline.

Click to Raise Objection Against Punjab Police Constable Answer Key 2026 (Link Active)

Punjab Police Answer Key Challenge Process & Objection Fee Details

  • Objection Fee – Candidates must pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs 50/- per question.
  • Mode of Payment – Online via Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking
  • Important Note – Objections sent via email, post, or any other offline mode will not be entertained
  • Refund Policy – If the objection is found to be valid, the fee will be refunded to the candidate’s account.

Punjab Police Exam 2026 - Minimum Qualifying Marks

  • General – 40%
  • SC/BC – 35%
  • EWS – 35%
  • Ex-Serviceman – 35%
  • In Paper 2 – 50%

Selection Stages of Punjab Police Constable Exam

  • Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  • Physical Screening Test (PST)
  • Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
  • Document Verification (DV)

What to Do Next?

Once you have cross-verified your scores against the provisional answer key and filed any necessary challenges, keep your documents ready for the subsequent stages. Successful candidates should maintain physical fitness regimens and track results updates. You can check your progress via the Punjab Police Constable Result 2026 – Click to Check page once released.

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