Chandigarh: Big news for government job aspirants in Haryana! The long wait is finally over. The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has officially started the online registration process for the recruitment of 5,500 Police Constables.
As of yesterday, January 11, 2026, the application link is active on the official website. This is one of the biggest recruitment drives in the state this year, offering positions for Male Constables, Female Constables, and the Government Railway Police (GRP).
If you have cleared the CET (Common Eligibility Test) Group C exam, you are eligible to apply. Here is everything you need to know about the vacancies, eligibility, and the direct steps to apply online before the deadline.
Vacancy Breakdown: 5,500 Posts
The commission has released a total of 5,500 vacancies divided into three main categories. According to the official notification (Advt No. 01/2026), the breakdown is:
- Male Constable (General Duty): 4,500 Posts
- Female Constable (General Duty): 600 Posts
- Male Constable (India Reserve Battalions/GRP): 400 Posts
Important Dates to Remember
- Notification Released: January 1, 2026
- Online Application Starts: January 11, 2026 (Active Now)
- Last Date to Apply: January 25, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Exam Date: To be notified later.
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)
Before you rush to the cyber cafe, ensure you meet these three critical conditions:
1. Education Qualification: You must have passed Class 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board. Also, you must have studied Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject in Matriculation (Class 10).
2. CET Qualification (Mandatory): This is the most important rule. Only candidates who have qualified the HSSC CET Group C Exam are eligible to apply. The commission will shortlist candidates for the Physical Test based on their CET scores.
3. Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026):
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 25 Years
- Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable for SC, BC, and EWS categories as per Haryana Government rules (usually 5 years).
No Application Fee!
In a relief for students, the HSSC has announced that there is No Application Fee for any category. Whether you are General, SC, or BC, the form submission is completely free.
Selection Process: 3 Major Stages
Unlike the old pattern, the 2026 recruitment follows a specific order:
- Stage 1: PMT & PST (Qualifying)
- First, shortlisted candidates will be called for the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) to check height and chest dimensions.
- Those who pass will undergo the Physical Screening Test (PST), which involves running (2.5 km for males in 12 mins; 1 km for females in 6 mins).
- Stage 2: Knowledge Test (Written Exam)
- Candidates who clear the physical rounds will sit for the written exam. It carries 94.5% weightage.
- Stage 3: NCC & Social-Economic Criteria
- Bonus marks (up to 3 marks for NCC A/B/C certificates and 2.5 marks for socio-economic criteria).
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official website: hssc.gov.in or the direct portal https://www.google.com/search?q=adv012026.hryssc.com.
- Click on “Apply Online for Advt 01/2026”.
- Login using your CET Registration ID. The system will automatically fetch your basic details.
- Fill in the remaining fields and upload your latest photo and signature.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final confirmation page.
Why This Matters?
This recruitment is crucial because it clears the backlog of police vacancies in Haryana. For thousands of youth who passed the CET, this is the first major opportunity to secure a permanent government job in 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for Haryana Police Constable 2026?
The online application window closes on January 25, 2026.
Q2: Do I need to pay any fee for the Haryana Police form?
No, there is zero application fee for all candidates (General and Reserved categories).
Q3: Can I apply if I have not cleared the CET exam?
No. A valid HSSC CET Group C score is mandatory to apply for this recruitment.
Q4: What is the height required for Male Constables?
The minimum height required is 170 cm for General category males and 168 cm for reserved categories.
Q5: Is there a race in the physical test?
Male candidates must run 2.5 km in 12 minutes, and female candidates must run 1 km in 6 minutes