Punjab Police Recruitment (Constable) 2026 provides a great opportunity for candidates seeking a career in the police force, offering stable government employment, good salary, and a chance to serve society. The selection process includes multiple stages such as a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Screening Test (PST), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), and document verification, ensuring that only qualified and physically fit candidates are selected.
Punjab Police Recruitment 2026 Exam Details
| Conducting Body | Punjab Police |
| Vacancies | Around Total= 3298 posts District Police: 2522 posts Armed Police: 776 posts |
| Salaries | Expected ₹19,900/month (starting basic) + allowances |
| Age | 18 to 28 years |
| Education Qualification | 12th Pass (10+2) from recognized board Punjabi language required in Matric |
Important dates For The Exam
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 6 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 10 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Exam Date (CBT) | To Be Announced |
| Result Date | To Be Announced |
Exam Pattern (CBT)
The written exam is conducted in two papers
Paper-I (Merit-Based)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 35 | 35 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Reasoning (Mental Ability) | 20 | 20 |
| English Language | 10 | 10 |
| Punjabi Language | 10 | 10 |
| Digital Literacy | 5 | 5 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Paper-II (Qualifying)
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Punjabi Language (Matric Level) | 50 | 1 Hour |
Paper-I determines the final merit, while Paper-II is only qualifying in nature
Punjab Police Syllabus 2026
General Awareness
- Indian Constitution & Polity
- Punjab History, Culture & Geography
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- General Science (basic level)
Quantitative Aptitude
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion
- Profit & LossSimple Interest
- Time & Work
- Average, Fractions, Decimals
Mental Ability & Reasoning
- Number Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction & Distance
- Logical Sequences & Patterns
English Language
- Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions)
- Vocabulary
- Sentence Correction
- Comprehension
Punjabi Language
- Grammar & Vocabulary
- Reading & Writing Skills
- Basic understanding (Matric level)
Digital Literacy
- Basics of Computers
- Internet & MS Office
- Cyber Awareness
Physical Test Details
| Category | Male Height | Female Height |
|---|---|---|
| General | 5’7” (170.2 cm) | 5’2” (157.5 cm) |
| SC/ST/BC | 5’5” (167.6 cm) | 5’1” (155.6 cm) |
For Male Candidates
- Race: 1600 meters (1.6 km)
- Time Limit: 6 minutes 30 seconds
For Female Candidates
- Race: 800 meters
- Time Limit: 4 minutes 30 seconds
For Ex-Servicemen
- Race: 1400 meters
- Time Limit: 12 minutes
Official Website For Application
| Application Link For The Apply | Apply Now |
