Punjab Police has announced recruitment for Constable positions in the District and Armed Police Cadres under Advertisement No. 01 of 2026. There are 3,298 tentative openings available, offering a basic pay starting at ₹19,900 per month. This is a major hiring opportunity in Punjab for candidates who have completed Class 12. Online registration opens on March 10, 2026, and closes on March 30, 2026. The selection involves a Computer-based Test (CBT), followed by Physical Screening Test (PST), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), and document verification. For complete information on qualifications, category-wise vacancies, pay details, test format, and application steps, check the official sources. Get the latest goverment job updates at JobNewsAlert.com.
Quick Overview
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Details
Organization
Punjab Police
Post Name
Punjab Police Constable (District and armed Cadre)
Advertisement No.
01 of 2026
Total Post
3298 (District; 2,522 & Armed: 776)
Qualification
12th pass
Salary
₹19,900/-
Online Start
March 10, 2026
Last date of applying
March 30, 2026
Job Destination
Punjab
Application Mode
Online Only
Category Wise Vacancy Breakdown
Category
District
Armed
General
1,066
328
SC (MB)
260
80
SC (RO)
260
80
BC
260
80
EWS
260
80
Ex-servicemen (General)
182
56
ESM (SC MB)
52
16
ESM (SC RO)
52
16
ESM (BC)
52
16
Police Personnel
52
16
Freedom Fighters
26
8
Total No. of posts
2,522
776
Required Eligibility for Punjab Police Constable 2026
Academic Qualification
General applicants must hold a 12th standard (10+2) pass certificate or equivalent qualification from an approved education board/university.
Ex-servicemen need only a minimum of 10th standard (Matriculation) qualification.
All candidates are required to have passed Matriculation level Punjabi as one of the compulsory subjects.
Age Criteria
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Minimum Age
18 years
Maximum Age
28 years
SC/BC
5 years relaxation
Ex-servicemen
up to 3 years
Government servant
5 years relaxation
Physical Requirements
For Male: 5 feet 7 inches minimum
For Female: 5 feet 2 inches
Punjab Police Constable Pay Structure 2026
The recruitment offers a minimum basic pay of ₹19,900 per month right from joining, fixed for the probationary three-year period as notified by the Punjab Government.
Key Pay Element: ₹19,900 starting basic pay
Allowances & Perks: DA, HRA, and other standard benefits applicable under state rules.
Commission Applied: 7th Pay Commission.
Overall in-hand salary at the beginning is approximately ₹25,000–₹30,000 monthly (factoring in allowances minus deductions), with further increases after three years via increments and career advancement to higher constable ranks and beyond.
Selection Stages for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026:
Selection occurs in three phases:
Phase 1:
Computer-Based Examination
Merit Paper (Paper-I): 100 questions/100 marks, 120 minutes, no negatives. Breakdown –
General Awareness 35, Quant/Numerical 20, Reasoning 20, Punjabi 15, English 10, Digital Literacy 5.
Qualifying thresholds: General 40%, SC/BC/EWS/ESM 35%.
Qualifying Paper (Paper-II): Punjabi Language – 50 questions/50 marks, 60 minutes, must secure 50% to proceed (marks excluded from final merit).
Multi-shift normalization used.
Phase 2: Physical Tests (Qualifying PST + PMT)
Candidates must meet fitness events:
Males – 1600m in 6.5 min, 3.80m long jump, 1.10m high jump;
Females – 800m in 4.5 min, 3.00m long jump, 0.95m high jump (with specified attempts).
All events mandatory to pass.
Phase 3: Document Check –
Verification of certificates like educational quals, Punjabi proof, category docs, domicile (for certain claims), and NOC if applicable.
How to submit online application of punjab police constable 2026
The process is fully online via the dedicated portal. Here’s how to proceed:
Access the Punjab Police recruitment website at through punjabpolice.gov.in.
Complete the one-time registration to set up your user ID and password.
Fill out the detailed application form with accurate personal, academic, and physical measurement information.
Indicate your cadre choice (District or Armed) and list 15 preferred districts if applying for District Cadre.
Attach the required scanned documents: passport-size photo and signature .
Provide a scanned copy of your ID proof (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN).
Complete the fee payment online using available banking options.
Finalize submission and save/print the confirmation page.
Key Reminders: Changes aren’t allowed post-submission. Submit a fresh form if needed before March 30, 2026 (latest will count). No home district posting for selected applicants.
