Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026; The Punjab Police has officially released the notification for 3298 Constable posts for the District Police Cadre and the Armed Police Cadre on 6th March 2026. For this recruitment, 12th pass holders falling in the age group of 18 to 28 years are eligible to apply online, and the window will be opened from 10th to 30th March 2026 at www.punjabpolice.gov.in.
Punjab Police Constable Notification 2026 Out
The official notification’s pdf for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 has been released on 6th March 2026 at the official website, www.punjabpolice.gov.in. The notification pdf includes all details about the recruitment drive, such as registration dates, eligibility criteria, selection process, and more.
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Punjab Police Constable Notification 2026- Overview |
| Important Details Organisation Name- Punjab Police Post Name- Constable Cadre- District Police Cadre & Armed Police Cadre Mode of Application- Online Official website- www.punjabpolice.gov.in |
| Vacancies District Police Cadre- 1261 Armed Police Cadre- 776 |
| Eligibility Criteria Education- 12th pass Age- 18 to 28 years |
| Selection Process Computer-Based Test Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Physical Screening Test (PST) Document Verification |
| Salary Rs. 19,900/- |
Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The important dates for the Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 have been mentioned in the official notification. The online application process for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 will start from 10th March 2026 at www.punjabpolice.gov.in.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Released | 6th March 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10th March 2026 |
| Last Date to submit applications | 30th March 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 30th March 2026 |
Punjab Police Constable Vacancy 2026
For the 2026 recruitment cycle, the details regarding Punjab Police vacancies have been announced with the official notification. In 2026, a total of 3298 vacant posts for Constable vacancies in the District Police Cadre and Armed Police Cadre in Punjab Police are announced, for which complete details can be checked from the table below.
Punjab Police Constable Vacancy in District Police Cadre
The Punjab Police has announced a total of 2522 vacancies for the District Police Cadre, out of which 825 vacancies are reserved for the women category.
| Category | No. of 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 | — |
| Ex-serviceman Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 52 | — |
| Ex-serviceman Backward Classes, Punjab | 52 | — |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 52 | 18 |
| Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab | 260 | 78 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab | 26 | 09 |
| Total | 1261 | 410 |
Punjab Police Constable Vacancy in Armed Police Cadre
Punjab Police has released a total of 776 vacancies for the Armed Police Cadre. Check category-wise vacancy details for the Armed Police Cadre from the table below.
| Category | No. of 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 | — |
| Ex-serviceman Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 16 | — |
| Ex-serviceman Backward Classes, Punjab | 16 | — |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 16 | 08 |
| Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab | 80 | 24 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab | 08 | 04 |
| Total | 776 | 259 |
Punjab Police Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for the Punjab Police Constable Vacancy 2026, candidates must make sure that they fulfill all the eligibility criteria in terms of age limit, and educational qualification.
Educational Qualification
The candidate who wishes to become a Constable in the Punjab Police must have completed class 12 from a recognised university or education board.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Constable | 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized universityThe minimum educational requirement for ex-servicemen is matriculationCandidates must have passed the Matriculation test with Punjabi as one of the required |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
Candidates who are interested in applying for the Punjab Police Constable posts (District or Armed Police Cadre) must be between 18 to 28 years of age.
- Minimum Age – 18 years
- Maximum Age – 28 years
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
| Scheduled Category | 5 years |
| Backward Class | 5 years |
| Regular Employees | 5 years |
Punjab Police Application Form 2026
The online application process for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 will start on 10th March 2026 and the link will be activated on the Punjab Police recruitment portal. Candidates must apply before 30th March 2026. Candidates regularly check the official website for updates and important announcements.
Punjab Police Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The candidates have to pay the required application fee along with the examination fee to register themselves for the Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026. The total online application fee for general category candidates is Rs. 1200 and for the other categories, it is given below.
| 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/- |
Punjab Police Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The Punjab Police Constable selection process involves three stages i.e. computer-based test, physical screening test & physical measurement test, and document scrutiny.
| Stage | Stages | Nature | Description |
| Stage I | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | Only Paper II is Qualifying in nature | Paper I will be for 100 marks, and Paper II for 50 marks |
| Stage II | Physical Screening Test (PST) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT) | Both are Qualifying | Physical fitness through activities like running, long jump, etc., and height are measured |
| Stage III | Document Scrutiny | – | Verification of documents will be done |
Punjab Police Constable 2026 Exam Pattern
Check the detailed exam pattern and syllabus below as mentioned in the official notification. Stage 1 of the selection process which is a computer-based test consisting of two papers.
- Paper-II will be qualifying in nature.
- There will be 100 multiple-choice questions.
- 1 mark will be given for each correct answer.
- 3 hours will be given to complete the exam.
- There will be no negative marking for any incorrect.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | |||
| Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Skills | 20 | 20 | 2 hours |
| Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 | |
| English Language Skills | 10 | 10 | |
| Punjabi Language Skills | 10 | 10 | |
| General Awareness | 35 | 35 | |
| Digital Literacy & Awareness | 05 | 05 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
| Paper 2 | |||
| Mandatory Qualifying Paper of Punjabi Language | 50 | 50 | 1 hour |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 3 hours |
How to Apply For Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of Punjab Police at www.punjabpolice.gov.in.
- On the homepage, look for the ‘Recruitment’ section and find the link to the “Punjab Police Recruitment- 2026”.
- Candidates are redirected to a new page. Under a POLICE CONSTABLE IN DISTRICT AND ARMED CADRE OF PUNJAB POLICE – 2026.
- For the New Registration Tab on Click Here in-front text reading ‘To Register’.
- Fill out registration forms by entering your basic details like the candidate’s name, gender, date of birth, email ID, mobile number etc.
- After filling out the registration forms, Click on the link ‘Click Here to Login’.
- Candidates are redirected to a new page where candidates have to enter their Registration No./Login ID and Password. Fill the captcha code and click on Login.
- Upload passport-size photographs and signatures as per specifications.
- Candidates are advised to re-check all details before paying the fee, as the fee once paid will not be refunded in any circumstance.
- Pay the application fee as per category through net banking/debit card/credit card
- Before clicking on the Final Submit tab, candidates must re-check their details as the application form once submitted cannot be edited again.
- Download the Punjab Police Constable Application Form 2026 and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 | NOTIFICATION |
| Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 | APPLY ONLINE |
How to Apply For Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Visit the official website of Punjab Police at www.punjabpolice.gov.in.
