Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Exam Dates, Vacancies, & Eligibility

The Punjab Police Department has officially set the timeline for the Punjab Police Constable Exam Date 2026. Aiming to fill 3298 vacancies across the District and Armed Police cadres, aspiring applicants must prepare themselves for the computer-based tests scheduled starting from 1st July 2026 onwards. Official notifications and updates can be monitored through the official portal www.punjabpolice.gov.in.

For comprehensive details regarding eligibility and criteria, candidates can review the official guidelines or check updates via Punjab Police Constable Eligibility.

Overview of Punjab Police Recruitment 2026

The recruitment campaign spans multiple stages to ensure a transparent selection process managed by the Punjab Government. Below is a high-level summary of the recruitment structure:

Key Parameter	Specification
Organisation	Punjab Police
Post Name	Constable
Cadre	District Police Cadre & Armed Police Cadre
Total Vacancy	3298
Punjab Police Exam Date 2026	1st July 2026 onwards
Selection Process	Computer-Based Test Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Physical Screening Test (PST) Document Verification
Salary	Rs. 19,900/-
Job Location	Punjab
Official Website	www.punjabpolice.gov.in
Helpdesk Number	022-61306246

Important Dates & Schedule

Candidates must keep track of key milestones from the initial notification release up to the admit card distribution window.

Events	Dates
Notification Released	6th March 2026 & 16th June 2026 (Advt 01/2026)
Punjab Police Constable Online Application Starts	10th March 2026
Last Date to submit applications	30th March 2026 (11:55 pm)
Last date for fee payment	30th March 2026
Admit Card Release Date	Last week of June 2026 (7 to 10 days before the exam date)
Punjab Police Constable Exam Date 2026	1st July 2026 onwards

Vacancy Breakdown by Cadre

The total openings are divided between the District Police Cadre and the Armed Police Cadre, featuring specific reservations for women and specialized categories.

District Police Cadre (2522 Posts Total, 825 Reserved for Women)

Category	District Police Cadre
General/ Open/Unreserved	1066 (w-304)
Scheduled Castes Balmiki/ Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab	260 (w-104)
Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & others, Punjab	260 (w-104)
Backward Classes, Punjab	260 (w-104)
Ex-serviceman (General), Punjab	182 (w-104)
Ex-serviceman, Scheduled Castes, Balmiki/ Mazhbi Sikh, Punjab	52
Ex-serviceman Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab	52
Ex-serviceman Backward Classes, Punjab	52
Wards of Police Personnel	52 (w-18)
Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab	260 (w-78)
Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab	26 (w-09)
Total	2522 (w-825)

Armed Police Cadre (776 Posts Total, 259 Reserved for Women)

Category	Armed Police Cadre
General/ Open/Unreserved	328 (w-95)
Scheduled Castes Balmiki/ Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab	80 (w-32)
Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & others, Punjab	80 (w-32)
Backward Classes, Punjab	80 (w-32)
Ex-serviceman (General), Punjab	56 (w-32)
Ex-serviceman, Scheduled Castes, Balmiki/ Mazhbi Sikh, Punjab	16
Ex-serviceman Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab	16
Ex-serviceman Backward Classes, Punjab	16
Wards of Police Personnel	16 (w-8)
Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab	80 (w-24)
Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab	08 (w-4)
Total	776 (w-259)

Eligibility Criteria & Fee Structure

Applicants must fulfill specific age limits, educational qualifications, and nationality requirements as of 1st January 2026.

• Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 28 years as on 1st January 2026.
• General Educational Qualification: Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board or University.
• Ex-Servicemen Educational Qualification: Minimum qualification is Matriculation (10th Pass).
• Language Requirement: Must have studied Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject at the Matriculation level.
• Nationality: Must be citizens of India; Green Card, Permanent Residency, or citizenship of any other country are NOT eligible.
• Cut-off Date: All qualifications must be attained on or before 1st January 2026.

Application & Examination Fees

Categories	Application Fee	Examination Fee	Total Fee
General	Rs. 550/-	Rs. 650/-	Rs. 1200/-
ESM	Rs. 500/-	NIL	Rs. 500/-
SC/ST/BC/OBC	Rs. 550/-	Rs. 150/-	Rs. 700/-
EWS	Rs. 550/-	Rs. 150/-	Rs. 700/-

Documents Required for Filling the Application Form

• Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
• Class 10 certificate (for date of birth proof)
• Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
• Punjabi language certificate (Matric with Punjabi)
• Category certificate — SC/BC/EWS if applicable
• Valid ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID)
• Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate (if applicable)

Steps to Apply For Punjab Police Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website of Punjab Police at www.punjabpolice.gov.in.
2. On the homepage, look for the 'Recruitment' section and find the link to the “Punjab Police Recruitment- 2026”.
3. Candidates are redirected to a new page. Under a POLICE CONSTABLE IN DISTRICT AND ARMED CADRE OF PUNJAB POLICE – 2026.
4. For the New Registration Tab, on Click Here in front of the text reading 'To Register'.
5. Fill out registration forms by entering your basic details like the candidate's name, gender, date of birth, email ID, mobile number etc.
6. After filling out the registration forms, click on the link 'Click Here to Login'.
7. Candidates are redirected to a new page where they have to enter their Registration No./Login ID and Password. Fill in the captcha code and click on Login.
8. Upload passport-size photographs and signatures as per specifications.
9. Candidates are advised to re-check all details before paying the fee, as the fee once paid will not be refunded in any circumstances.
10. Pay the application fee as per category through net banking/debit card/credit card.
11. Before clicking on the Final Submit tab, candidates must re-check their details as the application form, once submitted, cannot be edited again.
12. Download the Punjab Police Constable Application Form 2026 and take a printout for future reference.

Selection Process Stages

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

Exam Pattern & Structure

The written evaluation consists of Paper-I and Paper-II. Paper-I features 100 questions carrying 100 marks with a duration of 2 hours and no negative marking. Paper-II acts as a mandatory qualifying test for the Punjabi language, containing 50 questions with a passing mark of 25 in 1 hour.

Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper 1
Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Skills	20	20	2 hours
Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning	20	20	2 hours
English Language Skills	10	10	2 hours
Punjabi Language Skills	10	10	2 hours
General Awareness	35	35	2 hours
Digital Literacy & Awareness	05	05	2 hours
Total (Paper 1)	100	100	2 hours
Paper 2
Mandatory Qualifying Paper of Punjabi Language	50	50	1 hour
Total (Combined)	150	150	3 hours

Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Screening Test (PST)

Physical Measurement Standards

Category	Height (Minimum)
Male (General)	5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Female (General)	5 ft 2 in (157 cm)
Male (SC/ST)	5 ft 6 in (167.5 cm)

Physical Screening Test (PST) Requirements

Category	Test	Requirement
Male Candidates (including Ex-servicemen < 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	1600 Meters Race	Complete in 6 min 30 seconds
Male Candidates (including Ex-servicemen < 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	Long Jump	3.80 meters
Male Candidates (including Ex-servicemen < 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	High Jump	1.10 meters
Ex-Servicemen Male (> 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	1400 Meters Walk & Run	Complete in 12 minutes
Ex-Servicemen Male (> 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	Full Squats	10 squats within 3 minutes
Female Candidates (including Ex-servicemen < 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	800 Meters Race	Complete in 4 minutes 30 seconds
Female Candidates (including Ex-servicemen < 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	Long Jump	3.00 meters
Female Candidates (including Ex-servicemen < 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	High Jump	0.95 meters
Ex-Servicemen Female (> 35 years as on 01.01.2026)	800 Meters Run	Complete in 6 minutes

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be placed on a reliable pay structure governed by the Punjab Government rules and Punjab Police (First Amendment) Rules, 2025.

Particulars	Details
Basic Pay (Minimum)	Rs. 19,900/month (for first 3 years)
Pay Level	Level 2 under 7th CPC
Dearness Allowance (DA)	As per Punjab Govt. norms
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	As per posting location
Other Benefits	Medical facilities, travel allowances, pension, job security

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Medical facilities
• Other allowances as per Punjab Government rules and Punjab Police (First Amendment) Rules, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Punjab Police Constable Exam Date 2026 Out?

Yes, the Punjab Police Constable 2026 exam date has been officially scheduled to begin on 1st July 2026.

Is Punjabi language mandatory for Punjab Police Constable?

Yes, candidates are required to have passed the matriculation examination with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, per Punjab Government regulations.

What is the total number of vacancies available for the 2026 recruitment?

A total of 3298 vacancies are available across the District Police Cadre and Armed Police Cadre.

What is the initial monthly salary for a Punjab Police Constable?

The starting monthly salary is Rs. 19,900/- under Level 2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, applicable for the initial three years.