What are the physical standards for HP Police Constable?

HP Police Constable male candidates need a minimum height of 165 cm and a chest measurement of 78 cm (expandable to 83 cm). Female candidates need a minimum height of 155 cm. Importantly, candidates from hilly areas and Scheduled Tribe communities in Himachal Pradesh receive relaxations in height requirements — typically 5 cm relaxation for hill area candidates. The Physical Efficiency Test is adapted for the hilly terrain of Himachal Pradesh, and events reflect the physical demands of policing in mountainous regions.

What is the HP Police Constable salary?

Himachal Pradesh Police Constables receive a basic salary in the range of Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 30,000 per month under the HP government pay scale. With DA, HRA, hill allowance (additional for hilly postings), and other government benefits, the total in-hand salary is approximately Rs. 28,000 to Rs. 38,000 per month. Constables posted in tribal and remote hill areas receive additional allowances. The state government also provides free housing in police quarters, medical benefits, and pension on retirement.

What Himachal Pradesh GK is important for HP Police Constable?

For HP Police Constable, focus on Himachal Pradesh geography (districts, rivers, peaks like Rohtang Pass, Spiti Valley), HP history (Hill States merger with India), HP culture and festivals (Kullu Dussehra, Shivratri, winter fairs), HP economy (tourism, apple cultivation, hydropower), and HP government schemes. Important personalities from Himachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh High Court, and state administration are also tested. Recent developments in HP including infrastructure projects, tourism initiatives, and state budget highlights are important for current affairs.

How does the hill area relaxation work in HP Police recruitment?

In HP Police Constable recruitment, candidates from notified hilly areas and Scheduled Tribe areas within Himachal Pradesh receive relaxations of approximately 5 cm in height requirements. This means a male candidate from a hilly area needs only 160 cm instead of 165 cm. Similar relaxations may apply to chest measurements. These relaxations recognize the different physical development patterns of people raised in high-altitude hilly terrain. Candidates must provide a domicile certificate from the competent authority confirming their hilly area status to claim this benefit.

What is the selection process for HP Police Constable?

The HP Police Constable selection process involves a Written Test, Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Medical Examination, and Document Verification. The written test is OMR-based with 100 questions and -0.25 negative marking. Candidates who qualify the written exam are called for the physical evaluation. PET events in HP Police are designed for mountain terrain fitness. Final selection is based on the combined merit of written exam performance and physical test results, with separate merit lists for different categories.

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HP Police Constable Preparation Guide

Himachal Pradesh Police Recruitment Board

Your Complete Preparation Guide for HP Police Constable 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks100

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

offline

Frequency

As per vacancies

Next Exam Date

2027-03-10

EEligibility Criteria

Matriculation (Class 10), age 18-25 years; Height: Male 165 cm / Female 155 cm; Chest (Male): 78-83 cm (relaxation for hill areas)

ANumber of Attempts

No limit (age-bound)

Study Plan by Subject

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Hindi Language

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Basic Mathematics

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Focus on HP state-specific GK including geography of Himachal Pradesh, major peaks, hill stations, rivers, and state government schemes as these are heavily tested in HP Police exams.

Prepare Hindi grammar and vocabulary systematically — the 30-mark Hindi section requires knowledge of formal grammar rules beyond everyday conversational Hindi.

Practice with -0.25 negative marking discipline — skip questions you are genuinely uncertain about, as the pass threshold in HP Police Constable exams can be quite competitive.

Train for PET events adapted for hilly terrain — focus on strength and endurance exercises rather than just flat-ground running to prepare for the mountain terrain requirements.

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
General Knowledge & Current Affairs	25	25	23 min
Hindi Language	25	25	23 min
Basic Mathematics	25	25	23 min
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)	25	25	23 min
Total	100	100	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

2026-11-01

Next Exam Date

2027-03-10

Conducted By

Himachal Pradesh Police Recruitment Board

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