Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 3298 Posts
Important Information
Punjab Police has released a notification for 3298 Constable posts in District and Armed Cadre. Candidates who have passed 12th can apply online from 10 March to 30 March 2026. Selection includes CBT, PST/PMT, and document verification.
| Organization Name | Punjab Police |
| Post Name | Constable (District & Armed Cadre) |
| Total Vacancies | 3298 |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Job Type | Government |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Notification Date | 06 March 2026 |
| Start Date | 10 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Official Website | https://punjabpolice.gov.in |
Vacancy Summary
| Cadre | Posts |
| District Cadre | 2522 |
| Armed Cadre | 776 |
| Total | 3298 |
Eligibility Details
Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board. Punjabi must be a compulsory subject at matric level. Minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 28 years.
Educational Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Qualification | 10+2 or equivalent |
| Ex-Servicemen | Matriculation |
| Punjabi Requirement | Punjabi in Matric |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category |
Age Relaxation |
| SC/BC (Punjab Residents) |
Up to 33 Years (5 Years Relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Punjab Residents) |
Service period deducted from age; max age should not exceed limit by more than 3 years |
| Serving Government Employees |
Up to 33 Years |
District Cadre Vacancy Details
| Category |
Total Vacancies |
Women Vacancies |
| General/Open/Unreserved | 1066 | 304 |
| SC Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs | 260 | 104 |
| SC Ramdasia & Others | 260 | 104 |
| Backward Classes | 260 | 104 |
| Ex-Serviceman (General) | 182 | 104 |
| Ex-Serviceman SC Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh | 52 | 0 |
| Ex-Serviceman SC Ramdasia & Others | 52 | 0 |
| Ex-Serviceman Backward Classes | 52 | 0 |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 52 | 18 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 260 | 78 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters | 26 | 9 |
| Total | 2522 | 825 |
Armed Cadre Vacancy Details
| Category |
Total Vacancies |
Women Vacancies |
| General/Open/Unreserved | 328 | 95 |
| SC Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs | 80 | 32 |
| SC Ramdasia & Others | 80 | 32 |
| Backward Classes | 80 | 32 |
| Ex-Serviceman (General) | 56 | 32 |
| Ex-Serviceman SC Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh | 16 | 0 |
| Ex-Serviceman SC Ramdasia & Others | 16 | 0 |
| Ex-Serviceman Backward Classes | 16 | 0 |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 16 | 8 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 80 | 24 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters | 8 | 4 |
| Total | 776 | 259 |
Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee |
| General | Rs. 1200/- |
| SC/ST/BC/EWS | Rs. 700/- |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 500/- |
Salary Details
| Post | Salary |
| Constable | Rs. 19,900/- per month + allowances |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Paper I (Merit based)
- Paper II (Punjabi qualifying)
- Physical Test
- PST (Running, Jump)
- PMT (Height measurement)
- Document Verification
Physical Standards
| Category | Height |
| Male | 170.2 cm |
| Female/Transgender | 157.5 cm |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 06 March 2026 |
| Application Start | 10 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
How to Apply
- Online Registration
- Visit official website
- Register with details
- Fill Application
- Enter personal & education details
- Upload documents
- Final Submission
- Pay fee online
- Submit and print form
Important Links
Important Note:
Apply before 30 March 2026. Ensure eligibility criteria and documents are correct. Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.
