Last Chance to Apply for 734 HP Police Constable Positions

Today, August 6, 2026, marks the final opportunity for candidates to apply for 734 Constable positions in the Himachal Pradesh Police. The application process is exclusively online, and interested individuals must submit their applications by 11:59 PM. This recruitment drive includes vacancies for both male and female candidates, with specific eligibility criteria and age limits. Candidates will undergo a selection process that includes physical tests and a written examination. The selected individuals will receive a competitive salary and various allowances. Ensure you have all necessary documents ready for a smooth application process.

By Ambika Singh Aug 6, 2026, 11:42 IST

HP Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Important Announcement: Today marks a crucial deadline for aspiring candidates seeking government employment. August 6, 2026, is the final day to submit applications for 734 Constable positions within the Police Department, facilitated by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC).

Eligible individuals can apply through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal until 11:59 PM today. The Commission has emphasized that late applications will not be accepted, and offline submissions are not permitted.

Details of the Recruitment Drive
A total of 734 Constable positions are available, with specific allocations for male and female candidates.

Vacancy Breakdown
Post   Vacancies
Male Constable   491
Female Constable   243
Total   734

Key Dates for Recruitment
Event   Date
Short notification released   July 9, 2026
Online application begins   July 10, 2026
Last date to apply   August 6, 2026 (until 11:59 PM)
Mode of application   Online (ORA portal)

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have the necessary educational qualifications from a recognized institution.

Completion of the 10th standard is essential.
Completion of the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination is required.
All educational qualifications must be finalized by the specified cut-off date.
Candidates claiming Himachal Pradesh reservation must hold a Bonafide Himachali certificate.

Age Requirements
The age limit is set as of January 1, 2026, as follows:

Category   Age Limit
General/EWS   18 to 25 years
SC/ST/OBC   18 to 28 years
Home Guard   18 to 29 years

Additional age relaxation will be provided to candidates from reserved categories as per Himachal Pradesh government regulations.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Requirements
Before the written examination, candidates must successfully complete the Physical Standard Test (PST) and the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Male Candidates
1500-meter race: 5 minutes 30 seconds
100-meter race: 14 seconds
High jump: 1.35 meters
Long jump: 4 meters

Female Candidates
800-meter race: 3 minutes 45 seconds
100-meter race: 17 seconds
High jump: 1.10 meters
Long jump: 3 meters

Selection Process Overview
Selection will occur through multiple stages:

Physical Standard Test (PST)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Written Examination
Document Verification
Medical Examination

The written examination will consist of objective-type questions totaling 90 marks, with negative marking for incorrect responses.

Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive compensation according to the Himachal Pradesh Government's Pay Matrix Level-3.

Pay Scale: ₹20,000 to ₹64,000 per month
Includes Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Medical Allowance
Other government benefits

Required Documents for Application
Applicants should prepare the following documents for online submission:

10th-grade certificate
12th-grade certificate
NCC certificate (if applicable)
Reservation certificate
Bonafide Himachali certificate
EWS or BPL certificate (if applicable)
Home Guard service certificate (if applicable)

Application Fee Details
The application fee is uniform across all categories. All applicants must pay an application fee of ₹600, which can be paid via debit card, credit card, UPI, or other online methods. The fee is non-refundable.