Haryana Police Constable Recruitment 2026 | 5,500 Male & Female Posts | Online Form, Physical Test & Full Guide
Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has officially released the long-awaited notification for Haryana Police Constable Recruitment 2026. A total of 5,500 vacancies are being filled for Constable (General Duty) posts in both male and female categories. These are permanent Group-C government jobs in the Haryana Police Department, offering excellent job security, respectable salary, pension benefits, medical coverage and the pride of serving in law enforcement.
The online application process started on 11 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 25 January 2026 (up to 11:59 PM). Selection is done through a written examination, Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Screening Test (PST), document verification and medical examination.
This recruitment is one of the biggest state police constable drives in Haryana in recent years. It is ideal for 10+2 pass candidates aged 18–25 years (with relaxation for reserved categories) who are physically fit and want a stable career close to home with the respect and authority that comes with being a Haryana Police constable.
Important Dates – Haryana Police Constable 2026
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | Early January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 11 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 January 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 25 January 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Window | To be announced (usually 5–7 days after last date) |
| Written Examination Date | To be announced (likely February–April 2026) |
| Admit Card Release | 10–15 days before exam |
| Physical Measurement & Efficiency Test | After written result (tentative March–June 2026) |
| Document Verification & Medical | After PST |
| Final Merit List & Joining | Expected June–October 2026 |
Note: Dates are as per the latest notification. Always check the official HSSC website (hssc.gov.in) for any extension or change.
Application Fee – Haryana Police Constable 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Not specified in short notice (usually ₹100) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female (Haryana domicile) | Usually exempt or nominal |
| Candidates from other states | Usually full fee |
Payment mode: Online only (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI). Note: Exact fee details will be confirmed in the official notification. Many HSSC recruitments have kept constable posts low-fee or free for reserved categories.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General (Male & Female) | 18 years | 25 years |
| BC / EBC (Male & Female) | 18 years | 28 years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 18 years | 30 years |
Additional age relaxation (as per Haryana government rules):
- PwBD: +10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Service rendered + 3 years
- Widows / divorced women: Up to 42–45 years (category-wise)
Final age is calculated as on 01 January 2026 (or as mentioned in the detailed notification). Always verify exact cut-off dates.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Minimum Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Constable (General Duty) – Male & Female | 10+2 / Intermediate pass from Haryana Board of School Education or any board recognized by Haryana Government |
Important conditions:
- Hindi or Sanskrit up to Matric standard is essential
- For candidates of Indian/Nepalese origin who are Haryana residents, Matric with Hindi/Sanskrit is mandatory
- Both male and female candidates are eligible
Vacancy Details – 5,500 Posts
Total vacancies: 5,500 (male + female combined)
| Category / Type | Approximate Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Male Constable (General Duty) | ~3,500–4,000 |
| Female Constable (General Duty) | ~1,500–2,000 |
| Total | 5,500 |
Category-wise break-up (approximate – final figures in notification):
- General (UR): ~2,000–2,500
- EWS: ~500–600
- BC-A & BC-B: ~1,000–1,200
- SC: ~800–1,000
- ST: ~100–200
Note: Exact category-wise, gender-wise and backlog details are published in the official notification PDF on hssc.gov.in.
Physical Eligibility Standards
Male Candidates
| Parameter | General / OBC | SC / ST |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 cm | 168 cm |
| Chest (Unexpanded) | 83 cm | 81–85 cm |
| Chest (Expanded) | 87 cm | – |
Female Candidates
| Parameter | General / OBC | SC / ST |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 158 cm | 156 cm |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying
| Test Type | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 km Race | 12 minutes | – |
| 1 km Race | – | 6 minutes |
Note: PET is qualifying only (no marks added). Candidates must clear all physical standards to qualify for the written exam.
Salary & Pay Scale After Selection
Post Name: Constable (General Duty) – Group-C (Non-Gazetted)
Pay Matrix: Level-3 (7th Pay Commission)
- Basic Pay: ₹21,700
- Approximate in-hand salary: ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 per month (including DA, HRA, TA)
- Annual CTC: ₹4.5–6 lakh in starting years
Other Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA) revised every 6 months
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on posting location
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities for self & family
- Leave rules, LTC, children education allowance
- Pension under NPS
- Uniform allowance
- Group insurance
After probation (usually 2 years) and satisfactory service, salary increases regularly with promotions to Head Constable, Assistant Sub-Inspector, Sub-Inspector and higher ranks.
Selection Process – Haryana Police Constable 2026
The selection is done in five stages:
- Written Examination – OMR-based objective test
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) – Height, chest (male)
- Physical Screening Test (PST) – Running race
- Document Verification – Original certificates checked
- Medical Examination – Final fitness check
Written Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 25 | 25 | |
| General Science | 20 | 20 | |
| Current Affairs | 20 | 20 | |
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | 15 | 15 | |
| Numerical Ability | 10 | 10 | |
| Agriculture & Animal Husbandry | 10 | 10 | |
| Basic Computer Knowledge | 10 | 10 | |
| Haryana GK (minimum 20%) | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 130 | 130 | 105 min |
Negative marking: No negative marking for wrong answers. Unattempted questions: If a question is left blank, the fifth bubble must be filled. If not filled, 0.97 marks deducted for that question (unique HSSC rule).
Final merit is based on written exam marks + additional marks for NCC, sports certificates, etc. (if applicable).
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit official website: hssc.gov.in
- Click on “Advertisements” → “Advt. No. XX/2026 – Haryana Police Constable Recruitment”
- Click “Apply Online”
- Register with mobile number and email ID
- Verify OTP
- Fill personal details, education, category, post preference (male/female)
- Upload scanned photo (20–50 KB) and signature (10–20 KB)
- Choose preferred exam centre (district in Haryana)
- Preview the application carefully
- Submit the form and take printout of confirmation page
Note: No fee is required for many categories. Keep registration number safe for future login and admit card download.
Documents Required During Verification
- Recent passport-size photo & signature
- 10+2 marksheet & passing certificate
- Caste / category certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS – if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-serviceman discharge certificate (if applicable)
- Haryana domicile certificate
- Aadhaar card / any photo ID
- NCC / sports certificates (for additional marks – if applicable)
Keep originals and self-attested photocopies ready.
Preparation Tips for Written Exam & Physical Test
Written Exam (130 marks)
- General Studies & Haryana GK: Read Haryana-specific books, current affairs (last 12 months)
- General Science: NCERT Class 6–10 level
- Reasoning & Mental Ability: Analogy, series, coding-decoding, blood relation
- Numerical Ability: Percentage, ratio, average, time & work
- Agriculture & Animal Husbandry: Basic Haryana farming, animal breeds
- Basic Computer Knowledge: MS Office, internet basics
Best books
- Lucent General Knowledge (Hindi / English)
- Haryana GK by Arihant / Dr. C.L. Khanna
- NCERT Science & Social Science (Class 6–10)
- RS Aggarwal Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude
- Previous year HSSC police constable papers & mock tests
Physical Preparation
- Male: Run 2.5 km daily – aim for under 11 minutes
- Female: Run 1 km daily – aim for under 6 minutes
- Practice height/chest standards, build stamina
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Final Advice for Applicants
Haryana Police Constable Recruitment 2026 with 5,500 vacancies is one of the largest state police constable drives in recent years. The job is permanent, offers decent salary, pension, medical benefits and postings within Haryana districts.
Start physical training now (running, stamina building). Revise 10+2 syllabus, Haryana GK and current affairs. Apply early (11 January – 25 January 2026) to avoid last-minute server rush. Fill the form carefully because correction window is limited.
