The Punjab Police department has released the official notification for the recruitment of Sub Inspector and Constable Posts. The notification was released on the 31st of January, 2023. The admit card for the examination is soon to be released.
The recruitment notification includes vacancy details for both posts. The total vacancies released for the posts of S.I. and Constable are 144 and 1756, respectively. The registration window went live from 7 February 2023 for SI Post and from 15 February 2023 for Constable Post.
The online written examinations for the posts of Constable and S.I. are expected to be held in October 2023 and the admit card will be released one week before the examination.
31 January 2023 – Official Notification Released for SI & Constable Posts in Punjab Police
Punjab Police 2023 Latest News
Live Now! 07 February 2023 – The application Process started for Sub Inspector Post
15 February 2023 – Registration Window Opened Constable Post
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Punjab Police 2023 Exam Date
The Punjab Police released the exam date for the Online examination for the posts of both Constable and SI after the completion of the Punjab Police 2023 Application Process.
Although the exam date for the Punjab Police 2023 for the Constable and SI posts hasn’t been announced yet, it is expected to be held in October 2023.
Punjab Police 2023 Admit Card
The Punjab Police 2023 admit card for the posts of Constable and Sub-Inspector will be released a week before the conduction of both examinations. Therefore, we can expect the issuance of the admit card in September last week/October first week.
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Notification
The Punjab Police department, on 31 January 2023, released an official notification for the recruitment of Sub-Inspector and Constable Posts. The official notification includes information related to the Application Date, Vacancy details, Eligibility criteria, Selection Process, Fees, and other important details.
The registration for SI Post started on 7 February 2023, and for Constable Post Started on 15 February 2023.
About Punjab Police
Punjab Police is one of the most reputed police forces in the country. Millions of aspirants from all classes of society look forward to getting recruited into Punjab Police for a bright and secure future. Life inside the Punjab Police is not easy but is said to be full of adventures.
This is one of the reasons why the young generation is drawn toward this profession and shows up in huge numbers to get recruited in the Punjab Police every year. And like always, Punjab Police every year opens its doors for eligible aspirants by releasing thousands of vacancies for posts like Sub Inspector and Constable.
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Highlights
Punjab Police releases recruitment notifications annually for the Sub Inspector and Constable post via an official advertisement that the candidates can check on their official website, punjabpolice.gov.in. We have mentioned the highlights of the 2023 recruitment notification for your reference in the below table.
| Authority | Central Board of Police Recruitment, Punjab |
| Notification Title | Punjab Police Recruitment 2023 |
| Official Notification Date | 31st January 2023 |
| Recruitment Posts | Sub Inspector (SI) Constable |
| Vacancy | Sub Inspector – 144 Posts Constable – 1746 Posts |
| Application Start Date | Sub Inspector – 7th February 2023 Constable – 15th February 2023 |
| Application End Date | Sub Inspector – 28th February 2023 Constable – 8th March 2023 |
| Eligibility | Sub Inspector – Graduate Constable – 12th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18-28 years |
| Application Fees Constable | Sub Inspector – Rs 1600/- Constable – Rs 1100/- |
| Official Advertisement | Sub Inspector Constable |
| Official Website | punjabpolice.gov.in |
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Important Dates
It is very crucial for the aspirants to be informed of the important dates regarding the recruitment so that they don’t miss out on the opportunity. It is very common among candidates to register themselves at the very last moment, which should be avoided.
Below are the important dates that the candidates must keep a note of regarding the Punjab Police Recruitment. Please note that some dates are yet to be announced and will be updated here soon after their release.
| Events | Dates |
| Official Notification Date | 31st January 2023 |
| Online Application Starting Date | Sub Inspector – 7th February 2023 Constable – 15th February 2023 |
| Last Date for Application | Sub Inspector – 28th February 2023 Constable – 8th March 2023 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To Be Announced |
| Exam Date | To Be Announced |
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Vacancy
Like every year, this year also, the Punjab Police released a good number of vacancies for the recruitment of Sub Inspectors and Constables. While the total number of vacancies released for Sub Inspector are 144 posts, the total number of vacancies for Constable are a whopping 1746 posts.
Candidates must note that a certain number of vacancies are reserved for female aspirants other than the above-mentioned posts. We have mentioned the official break up of vacancies for both Sub-Inspector and Constable posts in the below tables separately.
Sub Inspector Vacancy
| Category (For Sub Inspector Post) | Vacancies | Reserved for women |
| General/Open/Unreserved | 62 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 15 | 6 |
| Backward Classes, Punjab | 15 | 6 |
| Ex-Serviceman (General), Punjab | 10 | 6 |
| Ex-Serviceman Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab | 3 | 0 |
| Ex-Serviceman Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 2 | 0 |
| Ex-Serviceman Backward Class Punjab | 3 | 0 |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 3 | 1 |
| Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab | 15 | 6 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 144 | 48 |
Constable Vacancy
| Category (For Constable Post) | Vacancies | Reserved for women |
| General/Open/Unreserved | 738 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab | 180 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 180 | 72 |
| Backward Classes, Punjab | 180 | 72 |
| Ex-Serviceman (General), Punjab | 126 | 72 |
| Ex-Serviceman Scheduled Castes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikhs, Punjab | 36 | 0 |
| Ex-Serviceman Scheduled Castes Ramdasia & Others, Punjab | 36 | 0 |
| Ex-Serviceman Backward Class Punjab | 36 | 0 |
| Wards of Police Personnel | 36 | 12 |
| Economically Weaker Sections, Punjab | 180 | 54 |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters, Punjab | 18 | 6 |
| Total | 1746 | 570 |
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
All aspirants applying for either of the posts must adhere to the official Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment eligibility criteria. Candidates must meet the Age limit, Educational qualification, and Physical standards in order to be eligible for recruitment.
1- Nationality
The candidate must be an Indian citizen who has not obtained citizenship from any other country.
2- Educational Qualification
Sub Inspector: Candidate must hold a Graduation degree from a recognized university or its equivalent
Constable: Candidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognized board or its equivalent. In the case of Ex-Servicemen, the minimum educational qualification required it 10th.
Mandatory Qualification (Applicable to both Sub Inspector and Constable Posts): Please note that it is mandatory that the applicant must have passed the class 10th examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects or any other examination equivalent to high school in the Punjabi language specified by the Punjab Government.
3- Age Limit
Candidates falling under the age bracket of 18 to 28 Years can apply.
4- Physical Standards
Candidates applying for vacancies in different cadres should meet the minimum prescribed height to become eligible for the posts.
Sub Inspector
| Cadre | Minimum Height (Male) | Minimum Height (Female) |
| District Police | 5’ 7” (5 feet 7 inches) | 5’ 2” (5 feet 2 inches) |
| Armed Police | 5’ 7” (5 feet 7 inches) | 5’ 2” (5 feet 2 inches) |
Constable
| Cadre | Minimum Height (Male) | Minimum Height (Female) |
| District Police | 5’ 7” (5 feet 7 inches) | 5’ 2” (5 feet 2 inches) |
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Application Fee
The candidates are required to pay the application fee to register themselves for the exam successfully. This fee may vary according to the category the applicant belongs to.
The application fee is accepted only via online mode. We have mentioned the category-wise application fee for Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment in the table below for both Sub Inspector and Constable posts separately. (The online application link has been inactivated as the last date to apply has passed.)
Application Fee for Sub Inspector
| Category | Application Fee | Examination Fee | Total Fee |
| General | Rs. 800 | Rs. 800 | Rs. 1600 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) of Punjab State Only/ Linear Descends of ESM | Rs. 750 | NIL | Rs. 750 |
| SC/ST/BC of All States & Backward Classes of Punjab State Only | Rs. 750 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 950 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | Rs. 750 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 950 |
Application Fee for Constable
| Category | Application Fee | Examination Fee | Total Fee |
| General | Rs. 450 | Rs. 650 | Rs. 1100 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) of Punjab State Only/ Linear Descends of ESM | Rs. 400 | NIL | Rs. 500 |
| SC/ST/BC of All States & Backward Classes of Punjab State Only | Rs. 450 | Rs. 150 | Rs. 600 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | Rs. 450 | Rs. 150 | Rs. 600 |
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Application Process
All candidates must note that the application process is the most crucial step and must be done carefully. The application process for Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment is fairly simple and can be done through a desktop/laptop or a mobile phone.
Candidates are also advised to keep the required documents ready while initiating the application process and must ensure good internet connectivity while applying. We have mentioned the step-by-step application process for your reference.
- Visit the official website of Punjab Police www.punjabpolice.gov.in.
- Click on the “Apply Online” option on the homepage’s right-side corner.
- A new page with a registration form will open and appear on your screen.
- Read and fill-in all the details as required in the application form correctly.
- Upload the documents as mentioned in the registration form.
- Photo ID proof such as Voter ID-Card, Aadhaar card, Passport, PAN Card, or Driving License,
- Personal information, including address proof.
- Valid E-mail Id and mobile number for receiving the latest update.
- High school mark sheet for proof of age.
- Educational qualifications certificate, including proof of Punjabi language proficiency.
- If needed, certificates from the Competent Authority to claim the reservation’s benefit.
- A certificate from the DGP’s office in Punjab attesting that the applicant meets the requirements for the 2% quota intended for police officers’ wards.
- For application fees, online payment facilities such as debit /credit cards etc., internet banking,
- Scanned front-facing, color passport photo that is no more than three months old and has a white backdrop (80- 200 KB size in JPEG format).
- Scanned signatures (80-200 KB size in JPEG format).
- Pay the online application fee (Non-refundable).
- Submit the duly-filled application form.
- Registration Started for Sub Inspector Posts Click Here to Apply Now! (Link Active)
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process of Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment consists of three stages that consist of a computer-based online paper followed by a Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Screening
Test (PST), and the final stage consists of Document Scrutiny. Candidates must understand the selection process properly before attempting the recruitment process.
Selection Process for Sub Inspector
Stage 1 consists of two Computer Based, Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) type Papers viz. Paper-I and Paper-II, of which Paper-II shall be qualifying in nature.
Stage 2 consists of Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and a Physical Screening Test (PST). Both the Physical Measurement Test and Physical Screening Test shall be qualifying in nature.
Stage 3 consists of Document Verification.
Selection Process for Constable
Stage 1 consists of two Computer Based, Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) type Papers viz. Paper-I and Paper-II, of which Paper-II will be qualifying in nature.
Stage 2 consists of Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and a Physical Screening Test (PST). Both the Physical Measurement Test and Physical Screening Test will be qualifying in nature.
Stage 3 consists of Document Verification.
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Exam Pattern
Interested candidates must understand Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Exam Pattern before starting the preparation journey. This will help them build a preparation strategy for the exam that will eventually help them in qualifying the exam with flying colours.
For your reference, we have mentioned the exam pattern for both Sub Inspector and Constable posts in the tables below.
Exam Pattern for Sub Inspector
| Paper | Section | No of Questions | Duration | Total Marks |
| Paper 1 | General Awareness (50 Ques) Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Skills (30 Ques) Punjabi Language Skills (20 Ques) | 100 | 2 Hours | 400 |
| Paper 2 | Logical & Analytical Reasoning and Data Interpretation (50 Ques) Digital Literacy & Computer Awareness (30 Ques) English Language Skills (20 Ques) | 100 | 2 Hours | 400 |
| Paper 3 | Mandatory Qualifying paper of Punjabi Language (50 Ques) | 50 | 1 Hour | 50 |
Exam Pattern for Constable
| Paper | Section | No of Questions | Duration | Total Marks |
| Paper 1 | General Awareness (35 Ques) Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Skills (20 Ques) Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning (20 Ques) English Language Skills (10 Ques) Punjabi Language Skills (10 Ques) Digital Literacy & Awareness (5 Ques) | 100 | 2 Hours | 100 |
| Paper 2 | Mandatory Qualifying paper of Punjabi Language (50 Ques) | 100 | 1 Hour | 50 |
Note: There no provision for Negative Marking for both Sub Inspector and Constable Exams.
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Syllabus
The syllabus is the key to cracking any exam, hence, aspirants must understand the Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Syllabus in order to start preparing for the exam. The syllabus includes all the important topics from which the question will be derived in the actual exam. We have mentioned the syllabus for both Sub Inspector and Constable posts separately in the below tables.
Syllabus for Sub Inspector
| Section | Topics | No of Questions |
| General Awareness | Indian Constitution and its features, Executive & Local Government Institutions, History & Culture of India and Punjab, Judicial Institutions, Indian Economy, Central and State Legislature, Science & Technology, Geography & Environment, Ethics & vulnerable sections of society.National and International Current Affairs, Awareness of issues concerning Diversity, and current legal developments. | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Skills | Numbers & their relations, Ratios and Proportions, Simplification, Decimals and Fractions, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Average(Mean, Median, and Mode), Simple & Compound Interest, Time and Work, Speed, Equations and Time and Distance. | 30 |
| Punjabi Language Skills | Punjabi Language skills, including Reading Comprehension/Passage, Sentence Completion, Structuring, Fill in the blanks, Error Detection, Vocabulary, One Word Substitution, Translation from English to Punjabi, Synonyms/Antonyms, and Precis Skills. | 20 |
| Logical & Analytical Reasoning and Data Interpretation | Number and Letter Series, Statements & Conclusions, Data Sufficiency, Sequencing, Missing number, Pattern Completion, Classification & Analogy, Order and Ranking, Direction and Distances, Puzzles, Calendars, Coding & De-coding, Data Interpretation (Graphs, Tables, Charts, Spreadsheets, etc), Relationship Problems, Verbal Reasoning, Nonverbal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning. | 50 |
| Digital Literacy & Computer Awareness | Fundamentals of Computers, Basics of Operating Systems, MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint), Social Media Platforms, Basics of Data Encryption, Web Search engines, Computer Hardware, VoIP communication, Mobile Phones (basic conceptual knowledge), Internet & Worldwide web, Instant Messaging Applications (WhatsApp, Signal, etc.) and Basics of Cyber Security. | 30 |
| English Language Skills | Reading Comprehension/Passage, English Language skills, Error Detection, Sentence Completion, Translation from Punjabi to English, Vocabulary (One Word Substitution and Synonyms/ Antonyms, etc.), Precis Skills, and Fill in the blanks. | 20 |
| Mandatory Qualifying paper of Punjabi Language | The exam is comparable to the Matriculation standard, consisting of a total of 50 questions, each of one mark. The nature of the exam is qualifying with a minimum percentage of 50%. The marks obtained in this exam will not be taken into consideration while determining the merit | 50 |
Syllabus for Constable
| Section | Topics | No of Questions |
| General Awareness | Constitution and its features, Central and State Legislature, Executive, Judicial Institutions & Local Government Institutions. History, Geography, Culture and Economy of Punjab. Basics of Science & Technology. Current Affairs | 35 |
| Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Skills | Simplification, Average, Decimal and Fractions, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest, Time and Work, Bar graphs and Line graphs | 20 |
| Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning | Number and Letter Series, Sequencing, Statements and Conclusions, Pattern Completion, Order and Ranking, Direction and Distances, Relationship Problems | 20 |
| English Language Skills | Reading Comprehension, Punjabi to English Translation, Sentence rearrangement and correction, Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks, Spelling Correction, Vocabulary (Synonym, Antonym, one word substitution) | 10 |
| Punjabi Language Skills | Punjabi Language skills including Sentence Completion and Structuring, Error Detection, Vocabulary (Synonyms/ Antonyms, One Word Substitution etc.), Reading Comprehension/Passage, Translation from English to Punjabi, Precis Skills, Fill in the blanks. | 10 |
| Digital Literacy & Awareness | Fundamentals of Computers, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint), Internet, Worldwide web and Web search engines, Email Communication, Mobile Phones(basic conceptual knowledge) | 5 |
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment Salary and Benefits
Punjab Police offers an attractive pay for both Sub Inspector and Constable posts. As per the Punjab Government Notification No. FD-FP-10MISC/87/2020-2FP1 dated 29.12.2020 pay scale of the post of Sub-Inspector is Rs. 35,400/- per month for three years from the date of joining in service. For Constable, it is Rs.19,900/- per month for three years from the date of joining in service.
Punjab Police 2023 Recruitment FAQs
A. Yes, the Punjab Police Constable Recruitment 2023 Notification was out on 31st Jan 2023.
A. Yes, the Punjab Police SI Recruitment 2023 Notification was also out, along with the constable notification on 31st Jan 2023.
A. The registration date starts from 7 Feb 2023 for Sub Inspector Post and 15 Feb 2023 for Constable posts.
A. The last date to apply for the Sub Inspector post is 15 Feb 2023, and Constable Post is 8 Mar 2023.
A. A total of 1746 vacancies are announced for the Punjab Police Constable post
A. A total of 144 vacancies are announced for the Punjab Police SI post
A. The application fee for Constable Post is Rs 1100/- and SI Post is Rs 1600/-
What is the deadline for applications for the 2023 Punjab Police Recruitment?
The deadline to apply is 15 February 2023 for the Sub Inspector position and 8 March 2023 for the Constable position.
What is the application fee for the 2023 recruitment of the Punjab Police?
Constable candidates must pay Rs. 1100, whereas SI candidates must pay Rs. 1600.
What is the salary of a sub inspector in Punjab police?
The shortlisted candidates will receive a salary range of INR 10,300 to INR 34,800 as a Punjab Police SI.
How long is the SI probationary period for the Punjab Police?
For Punjab Police SI, the probationary period is three years.
What additional services or benefits are offered to Punjab Police constables?
In addition to the base salary, a constable is entitled to benefits such as a travel allowance, meal allowance, rent allowance, dearness allowance, fuel expense reimbursement, medical expense reimbursement, children’s education reimbursement, deputation expense reimbursement, subsidized bill reimbursement, etc.