The Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026 process has officially begun with a major administrative move. According to the latest update , the Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab has constituted a new 5-member Recruitment Board to oversee the hiring of 3,400 Constables.

The board, chaired by Ram Singh (IPS), has been tasked with finalizing the notification approvals by January 22, 2026. Candidates can expect the official notification to be released by the first week of February 2026, with the written exam likely scheduled for May or June 2026.

This marks a significant increase from the standard 1,700 posts seen in previous cycles. According to the latest updates, the official notification will likely be released in February 2026 on the official website, punjabpolice.gov.in.

Candidates are advised to start their preparation immediately as competition is expected to cross 4 lakh applicants. Scroll down for the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and the special “Super 10 Days” preparation schedule.

Key Highlights-Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Vacancy Details: District vs. Armed Cadre

Official breakdown of the 3,400 confirmed posts.

Recruitment Timeline (Expected)

Based on the internal departmental deadline of Jan 22, 2026.

• Notification Release: Last week of January OR First week of February 2026.
• Online Application Start: February 2026.
• Written Exam Date: May / June 2026.
• Preparation Time: Approx. 3.5 to 4 Months.

Eligibility Criteria (As of Jan 1, 2026)

To apply for Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Age Limit: Minimum 18 Years and Maximum 28 Years (Relaxation for SC/BC/Ex-Servicemen as per rules).
• Education: 10+2 (Senior Secondary) pass from a recognized board.
• Mandatory Subject: Passed Matriculation (10th) with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.

Exam Pattern 2026

The selection process will follow the standard Computer Based Test (CBT) format divided into two papers.

Paper A: Punjabi Qualifying Test

• Questions: 50
• Marks: 50
• Passing Marks: 50% (25 Marks).
• Note: This is qualifying only; marks are NOT added to the final merit.

Paper B: Merit-Based Exam (100 Marks) Your final selection depends on this paper.

Physical Screening Test (PST)

Candidates who clear the written exam (approx. 5 times the vacancies) will be called for physical trials.

• Running: 1600 Meters (Male) / 800 Meters (Female).
• Long Jump: 3.80 Meters (Male) / 3.00 Meters (Female).
• High Jump: 1.10 Meters (Male) / 0.95 Meters (Female).
• Height Measurement: Minimum height criteria applies.

Punjab Police Constable vacancy Eligibility & Exam Pattern (Quick Facts)

• Educational Qualification: Candidate must have passed 10+2 (Class 12) from a recognized board. Passing Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory subject is mandatory.
• Exam Strategy: The Computer-Based Test (CBT) will have No Negative Marking, allowing candidates to attempt all questions without fear of penalty.
• Selection Stages:
  1. Stage I: CBT (Paper 1 for Merit + Paper 2 Qualifying Punjabi).
  2. Stage II: Physical Screening Test (Running, Long Jump, High Jump) & Measurement.
  3. Stage III: Document Verification.

Why Start Now?

Experts warn against “notification fatigue.” With the number of applicants rising every year, waiting for the application form is a mistake. The 3,400 vacancies offer a golden opportunity, but only for those who master the TCS exam pattern early.

Direct Link

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