Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026- The Punjab Police Recruitment 2026 is hiring 3298 Constables in District and Armed Cadre. Applications are online only from March 10 to March 30, 2026, this is a good chance for young people to join the police force and serve Punjab.
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab Police |
| Advertisement No. | 01 of 2026 |
| Post Name | Constable (District Cadre & Armed Cadre) |
| Total Vacancies | 3298 (District: 2522, Armed: 776) |
| Job Location | Anywhere in Punjab, India, or abroad |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://iur.ls/punjabpolicerecruitment2026 |
Punjab Police Constable Vacancy Details
The vacancies are split between District Cadre and Armed Cadre (excluding sports quota). Women get reserved seats in each category.
District Cadre Vacancies (2522 Total)
| Category | No. of Vacancies | Vacancies Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| General/Open/Unreserved | 1066 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab | 260 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 260 | 104 |
| Backward Classes, Punjab | 260 | 104 |
| Ex-Serviceman (General), Punjab | 182 | 104 |
| Ex-Serviceman Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh, Punjab | 52 | 00 |
| Ex-Serviceman Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 52 | 00 |
| Ex-Serviceman Backward Classes, Punjab | 52 | 00 |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 52 | 18 |
| Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab | 260 | 78 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab | 26 | 09 |
| Total | 2522 | 825 |
Armed Cadre Vacancies (776 Total)
| Category | No. of Vacancies | Vacancies Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| General/Open/Unreserved | 328 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab | 80 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 80 | 32 |
| Backward Classes, Punjab | 80 | 32 |
| Ex-Serviceman (General), Punjab | 56 | 32 |
| Ex-Serviceman Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh, Punjab | 16 | 00 |
| Ex-Serviceman Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 16 | 00 |
| Ex-Serviceman Backward Classes, Punjab | 16 | 00 |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 16 | 08 |
| Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab | 80 | 24 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab | 08 | 04 |
| Total | 776 | 259 |
Eligibility Criteria of Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Nationality
You must be an Indian citizen. No foreign citizenship, permanent residency, or green card allowed.
Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Age Relaxations:
- SC/BC of Punjab: +5 years (up to 33 years)
- Ex-Servicemen (Punjab residents): Deduct service years (resulting age not over 3 years above max limit)
- Punjab/Central/State Govt employees: +5 years (up to 33 years)
Educational Qualification
| Name of the Post | Minimum Educational Qualifications for Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Constable (District and Armed Police Cadre) | i) 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized Education Board/University. ii) For Ex-Servicemen: Matriculation (minimum). |
Note: Qualifications must be completed by January 1, 2026. Also, pass Matric with Punjabi as compulsory/elective subject (or equivalent). Defense wards get 2 years to learn Punjabi after joining.
Physical Standards
Minimum height required (relaxed for women and transgenders treated as women):
| Cadre | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| District & Armed Police | 5 feet 7 inches (170.2 cm) | 5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm) |
Salary and Benefits
Pay Scale: Rs. 19,900 per month (minimum for first 3 years).
Other Benefits: As per Punjab Police Rules, 2025. Includes allowances, pension, medical facilities and more. Expect a good government job package with job security.
Selection Process of Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026
The process has 3 stages. Choose your cadre preference (District or Armed) in the form.
- Stage-I: Computer Based Test (CBT) – Paper-I (merit-based, 100 marks) + Paper-II (qualifying Punjabi, 50 marks, 50% needed).
- Stage-II: Physical Screening Test (PST) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT) – Qualifying only.
- Stage-III: Document Scrutiny – Verify originals.
After this, medical exam, character check and joining (probation period applies).
Physical Screening Test (PST) Details
PST is qualifying.
| Candidate Category | Physical Screening Test |
|---|---|
| Male (including Ex-Servicemen <35 years as on 01.01.2026) | (i) 1600m Race in 6 min 30 sec (1 chance). (ii) Long Jump: 3.80m (3 chances). (iii) High Jump: 1.10m (3 chances). |
| Ex-Servicemen Male (>35 years as on 01.01.2026) | (i) 1400m Walk/Run in 12 min (1 chance). (ii) 10 Full Squats in 3 min (1 chance). |
| Female (including Ex-Servicemen <35 years as on 01.01.2026) | (i) 800m Race in 4 min 30 sec (1 chance). (ii) Long Jump: 3.00m (3 chances). (iii) High Jump: 0.95m (3 chances). |
| Ex-Servicemen Female (>35 years as on 01.01.2026) | (i) 800m Run in 6 min (1 chance). |
Note: Qualify all events. Pregnant women can request postponement with medical proof. Random drug tests may happen.
CBT Exam Pattern
- Paper-I: 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. No negative marking.
- Paper-II: 50 questions, 50 marks, 1 hour (qualifying only).
| Section | Syllabus | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 1. General Awareness | Constitution, Punjab History/Geography/Culture/Economy, Health/Nutrition, Current Affairs | 35 |
| 2. Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Skills | Simplification, Average, Decimals/Fractions, Ratio/Proportion, Percentages, Profit/Loss, Simple Interest, Time/Work | 20 |
| 3. Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning | Number/Letter Series, Sequencing, Statements/Conclusions, Pattern Completion, Order/Ranking, Direction/Distances, Relationships | 20 |
| 4. English Language Skills | Reading Comprehension, Punjabi-English Translation, Sentence Rearrangement/Correction, Error Spotting, Fill Blanks, Spelling, Vocabulary (Synonyms/Antonyms/One-word) | 10 |
| 5. Digital Literacy & Awareness | Computer Fundamentals, MS Office (Word/PowerPoint), Internet/Web/Search Engines, Email, Mobile Phones | 5 |
| Paper-II: Punjabi Language (Qualifying) | Matric-level Punjabi questions | 50 |
Minimum Marks: After normalization – 35% for reserved (SC/BC/EWS/ESM), 40% for others in Paper-I. 50% in Paper-II.
Documents Required
Keep scanned copies ready:
- Passport-size photo (recent, 4.5×3.5 cm, JPEG, 80-200 KB).
- Signature (JPEG, 80-200 KB).
- Matric certificate (age proof).
- 10+2 certificate & marksheets.
- Punjabi Matric proof.
- Domicile certificate (for women in General category).
- Category certificate (SC/BC/EWS/ESM/Wards, etc.).
- NOC if govt employee.
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Voter/Driving License).
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee (Rs) | Examination Fee (Rs) | Total (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 550 | 650 | 1200 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) of Punjab State only/Lineal Descendants of ESM | 500 | 0 | 500 |
| SC/ST of all States and Backward Classes of Punjab State only | 550 | 150 | 700 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 550 | 150 | 700 |
Note: Transgenders pay as per their category. Online payment only (no refund).
How to Apply Online for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Follow these easy steps:
- Visit the Portal: Go to https://iur.ls/punjabpolicerecruitment2026.
- Register: Click “New Registration” and enter name, father’s name, DOB, email, mobile.
- Get Login Details: Note your Registration ID and password.
- Fill Form: Login and add personal details, education, category, cadre preference (District/Armed), and 15 district choices (for District Cadre).
- Upload Docs: Add photo, signature, and certificates.
- Pay Fee: Use card/net banking/UPI.
- Submit: Review and submit. Print confirmation.
- Note: One latest application counts if multiple submitted. Declare home district.
| Apply Now | Online Application Link (Link will be activated on 10th March 2026 at 7:00 PM) |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Advertisement PDF |
| Official Website | Punjab Police Recruitment |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | March 6, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | March 10, 2026 (7:00 PM) |
| Application Closes | March 30, 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | March 30, 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
Final Thoughts
The Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 offers 3298 jobs for 10+2 pass candidates aged 18–28 with relaxations. Selection is through a Computer Based Test on awareness, math and reasoning, plus a Physical Screening Test. Women and reserved categories get benefits.
Apply online by March 30, 2026 merit alone decides selection, prepare well and keep documents ready for this chance to join the Punjab Police.
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