Himachal Pradesh Police Sub Inspector
HPPSC (Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission) · Online (CBT) · As per vacancy
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About Himachal Pradesh Police Sub Inspector (HP Police SI) 2027
The Himachal Pradesh Police Sub Inspector (HP Police SI) is one of the most competitive entrance exams, conducted by the HPPSC (Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission). Preparing for the HP Police SI requires systematic practice, conceptual clarity, and regular self-evaluation. Our platform offers dynamic mock tests, previous years' resolved papers, and AI-enabled analysis to help you secure a top rank.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HP Police SI exam pattern?
HP Police SI written exam has 100 questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes. Sections: Himachal Pradesh GK (40Q), General Knowledge (25Q), Hindi (20Q), Reasoning (10Q), and Computer (5Q). No negative marking.
What is the HP Police SI eligibility?
Candidates must be graduates from a recognised university. Age norms and height requirements are specified per notification by HPPSC. HP domicile is typically required. Height: 165 cm (males), 155 cm (females).
What is the HP Police SI selection process?
Selection: (1) Written examination, (2) Physical Standard Test, (3) Physical Efficiency Test (1600m run for males, 800m for females), (4) Medical examination, and (5) Final merit list by HPPSC.
How many HP Police SI vacancies are released?
HP Police SI vacancies are relatively fewer due to state size — typically 50–200 vacancies per notification cycle. HPPSC 2021 notified 73 SI vacancies. HP conducts police SI exams irregularly based on retirement and expansion needs.
What is the salary of an HP Police Sub Inspector?
HP Police SI earns basic pay ₹35,400 (HP Pay Level 6) + DA + HRA + police service pay + hill allowance. Total in-hand is approximately ₹45,000–₹60,000 per month. Hill allowances are higher for remote postings.
How to Prepare for HP Police SI
Focus on Himachal Pradesh GK — state history, geography, culture, handicrafts, festivals, and HP government schemes
Study Hindi grammar well — tenses, pronouns, prepositions, and idioms are tested in the Hindi section
Cover national GK and current affairs — Indian Constitution, economy, and sports news appear in GK section
Revise basic computer knowledge — internet, MS Office, computer hardware for the Computer section