HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released an official recruitment notification for Police Constable (Male) and Police Constable (Female) posts in the Himachal Pradesh Police Department. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
The HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 notification was released on 9 July 2026. The online application process will start on 10 July 2026 at 12:01 AM and will remain open until 6 August 2026 at 11:59 PM.
A total of 734 Police Constable vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. This includes 491 vacancies for Police Constable (Male) and 243 vacancies for Police Constable (Female).
Candidates must submit their application forms only through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) mode. Applications submitted through any other method will not be accepted. Applicants are advised to check the detailed official notification for information about educational qualifications, eligibility criteria, examination fees and instructions for filling out the online application form.
- Download HP Police Constable Short Notification PDF
- Download HP Police Constable (Male | Female) Notification PDF
HPPSC HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Advertisement Notice No. | 4-8/2026-PSC (R-III) |
| Post Name | Police Constable (Male & Female) |
| Vacancies | 734 |
| Pay Scale | Level-3 (Rs. 20,200–64,000/-) |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh (HP) |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 August 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online Recruitment Application (ORA) |
| Category | HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 09 July 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 10 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 06 August 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Last Date For Fee Payment:Â 06 August 2026
- Exam Date: Available Soon
Application Fees
- Application Fee for All Candidates: Rs. 600/-
- Payment Mode: Online
Age Limit Details
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 25 Years
- Age Limit Calculated as on: 01 January 2026
- The age relaxation will be given as per the rules.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male & Female) | 12th Pass |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male & Female) | 734 (Male-491, Female-243) |
Selection Process
The HPPSC HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 selection process includes the following stages:
- Physical Test
- Written Exam
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for HPPSC HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Candidates can apply online for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal available on the Commission’s official website.
- Visit the official HPPSC website and open the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. Fill in all the required details carefully and complete the online application form. The application process will remain open from 10 July 2026 at 12:01 AM to 6 August 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Candidates must submit their applications only through the online ORA mode, as applications sent through any other method will not be accepted. Applicants should carefully check all details before the final submission because no corrections will be allowed after the application form is submitted.
- Candidates applying through a cyber café or Lok Mitra Kendra should also review the complete application form carefully before final submission to avoid any errors.
HPPSC HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Male | Female |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
FAQs for HPPSC HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Q1. How many vacancies are available under HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
- Answer: A total of 734 vacancies have been announced. Of these, 491 posts are for Police Constable (Male) and 243 posts are for Police Constable (Female).
- Q2. What is the advertisement number for HP Police Constable (Male) Recruitment 2026?
- Answer: The advertisement number for the Police Constable (Male) posts is 57/7-2026.
- Q3. What is the advertisement number for HP Police Constable (Female) Recruitment 2026?
- Answer: The advertisement number for the Police Constable (Female) posts is 58/7-2026.
- Q4. When will the HPPSC Police Constable online application process start?
- Answer: The online application process will start on 10 July 2026 at 12:01 AM.
- Q5. What is the last date to apply for HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
- Answer: The last date to submit the online application form is 6 August 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
- Q6. What is the pay scale for HP Police Constable posts?
- Answer: Selected candidates will receive a Level 3 pay scale ranging from ₹20,200 to ₹64,000.
- Q7. What is the official website for HPPSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
- Answer: Candidates can apply online and check recruitment details through the official HPPSC website.