Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026; Punjab Police has released for the recruitment of Constables in District Police Cadre and Armed Police Cadre. This recruitment drive aims to fill 3298 tentative vacancies for eligible Indian citizens. Eligible Indian citizens who have completed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent qualification can apply. Selected candidates will receive a starting pay of Rs. 19,900 per month as per the Punjab Government rules. Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the official recruitment website. The online application process started on 03 March 2026 and will continue till 30 March 2026. For eligibility, age limit, salary and more details of this recruitment, please check the job description below.
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Organization Name: Punjab Police
- Post Name: Constables
- Total Vacancy: 3298
- Qualification: 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent
- Age Limit: 18-28 years
- Salary: Rs. 19,900/-
- Apply Mode: Online
- Apply Start Date: 10.03.2026
- Apply Last Date: 30.03.2026
- Selection Process: CBT, PST & PMT, Document Scrutiny
- Official Website: punjabpolice.gov.in
Punjab Police Constable Vacancy 2026
District Police Cadre: 2522 Posts
- General / Unreserved - 1066
- SC Balmiki / Mazhbi Sikhs - 260
- SC Ramdasia & Others - 260
- Backward Classes - 260
- Ex-Serviceman (General) - 182
- Ex-Serviceman SC Balmiki / Mazhbi Sikh - 52
- Ex-Serviceman SC Ramdasia & Others - 52
- Ex-Serviceman Backward Classes - 52
- Wards of Police Personnel - 52
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS) - 260
- Wards of Freedom Fighters - 26
Women Vacancies: 825
Armed Police Cadre: 776 Posts
- General / Unreserved - 328
- SC Balmiki / Mazhbi Sikhs - 80
- SC Ramdasia & Others - 80
- Backward Classes - 80
- Ex-Serviceman (General) - 56
- Ex-Serviceman SC Balmiki / Mazhbi Sikh - 16
- Ex-Serviceman SC Ramdasia & Others - 16
- Ex-Serviceman Backward Classes - 16
- Wards of Police Personnel - 16
- Economically Weaker Section - 80
- Wards of Freedom Fighters - 8
Women Vacancies: 259
Total Vacancies: 3298 Posts
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized board or university.
Ex-Servicemen: Minimum qualification is Matriculation (10th pass).
Mandatory Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a subject or an equivalent Punjabi language exam approved by the Punjab Government.
Age Limit (1 January 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ BC (Punjab residents): Up to 33 years
- Government Employees: Up to 33 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation as per government rules.
Punjab Police Constable Pay Scale 2026
The minimum salary for the post of Constable in Punjab Police will be Rs. 19,900 per month as per the Punjab Government Pay Rules. The newly selected candidates will get this fixed minimum salary for the first three years of service from the date of joining.
Punjab Police Recruitment Application Fee
General Category -
- Application Fee: Rs.550/-
- Examination Fee: Rs.650/-
Total Fee: Rs.1200/-
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) of Punjab State / Lineal Descendants of ESM -
- Application Fee: Rs.500/-
- Examination Fee: 00
Total Fee: Rs.500/-
SC / ST (All States) and Backward Classes of Punjab -
- Application Fee: Rs.550/-
- Examination Fee: Rs.150/-
Total Fee: Rs.700/-
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) -
- Application Fee: Rs.550/-
- Examination Fee: Rs.150/-
Total Fee: Rs.700/-
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates have to apply online through the Punjab Police Recruitment Portal (https://iur.ls/punjabpolicerecruitment2026). First, visit the official recruitment website and complete the registration process using basic details like name, mobile number and email ID. After registration, log in to the portal and fill the online application form carefully. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format. Then pay the application fee through the available online payment options. Finally, review all the details and submit the application form before the last date and save a printout for future reference.
Punjab Police Constable 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will include the following steps -
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Screening Test (PST) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
For Male Candidates:-
1600 meters race in 6 minutes 30 seconds
Long Jump: 3.80 meters
High Jump: 1.10 meters
For Female Candidates:-
800 meters race
Long Jump and High Jump as per standards
- Document Verification
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment Important Dates
- Starting Date of Online Application: 05.03.2026
- Last Date of Online Application: 10.03.2026
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment Admit Card
The Punjab Police will publish the admit card for the Constable recruitment exam online on their official recruitment portal before the exam. Candidates who have successfully submitted their online application can download their admit card by logging in with their registration details.
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment Result
After completing all the steps of the selection process, Punjab Police will announce the results of the Constable recruitment on their official recruitment portal.
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Official Website
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
- Answer: There are 3297 tentative vacancies for Constable posts in District and Armed Police Cadres.
Q2. What is the minimum qualification required?
- Answer: Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
Q3. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
- Answer: The age limit is 18 to 28 years.
Q4. What is the salary of a Punjab Police Constable?
- Answer: The minimum pay is Rs.19,900 per month.
Q5. How can candidates apply for this recruitment?
- Answer: Candidates must apply online through the Punjab Police recruitment portal.
