A good fit if you...
- Have passed Class 12 and want a uniformed police career.
- Are physically fit and can train for running, long jump and high jump.
- Want a career with promotions to Head Constable, ASI and SI.
Defence & Police · After 12th
Delhi Police Constable (and State Police)
Delhi Police Constable (Executive) is recruited by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) and is one of the most popular police jobs for Class 12 pass students. This guide also explains how constable recruitment works in state police forces, which follow a similar pattern through state boards.
QualificationClass 12 pass
Age Limit18–25 years
Starting PayLevel 3 — ₹21,700 basic
StagesCBE → PE&MT → Medical
Overview
What is Delhi Police Constable?
Delhi Police Constable (Executive) is recruited through an SSC computer-based exam, followed by a Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE&MT) and medical examination. Vacancies are announced separately for men, women and ex-servicemen.
State police constables are recruited by each state's police recruitment board — for example LRD/Police in Gujarat, UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board, Maharashtra Police Bharti or Bihar CSBC. The stages are similar (written exam, physical test, medical), but qualification, age limit, physical standards and syllabus differ by state.
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Fit check
Who should choose Delhi Police Constable
Think twice if you...
- Do not want shift duty, night duty and duty on festivals.
- Cannot meet the height and chest standards.
- Are a male candidate without a driving licence and cannot get one before the PE&MT.
What gives you an edge
Any stream
Class 12 in any stream is accepted.
Computer basics
The exam includes computer fundamentals — MS Word, Excel, internet and email.
Local knowledge
State police exams often test state-specific General Knowledge (GK) and the state language.
Step-by-step plan for your background
Arts / Humanities
If you're from Arts
- General Knowledge is your strength — keep a daily current-affairs habit.
- Rebuild school arithmetic step by step; it is only Class 10 level.
- Start physical training from day one — the race is qualifying and cannot be crammed.
Commerce
If you're from Commerce
- Arithmetic comes naturally — use the saved time for GK and reasoning.
- Practise computer basics (MS Word, Excel, internet) where the exam includes them.
- Train for running and jumps in parallel with study.
Science
If you're from Science
- General science and maths are easy marks for you.
- Give extra time to history, polity and current affairs.
- Begin physical training early; height and chest standards cannot change, but stamina can.
Eligibility
Delhi Police Constable eligibility criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
| Qualification | Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised board |
| Age limit | 18–25 years |
| Driving licence | Male candidates must hold a valid Learning or Permanent Driving Licence for LMV (motorcycle or car) — check the notification for the exact cut-off date |
| Relaxed qualification | Class 11 pass for sons/daughters of serving, retired or deceased Delhi Police personnel and for Bandsmen, Buglers, Mounted Constables, Drivers and Dispatch Riders (as per notification) |
Upper age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) (non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR / OBC / SC-ST) | 10 / 13 / 15 years |
| Ex-servicemen | As per government rules (military service deducted from age, plus 3 years) |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | No age relaxation |
Delhi Police gives extra age relaxation to departmental candidates and to wards of Delhi Police personnel. State police boards follow their own state reservation and relaxation rules.
Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (Delhi Police)
| Event | Men up to 30 | Men 30–40 | Men above 40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1600 m race | 6 minutes | 7 minutes | 8 minutes |
| Long jump | 14 feet | 13 feet | 12 feet |
| High jump | 3'9" | 3'6" | 3'3" |
| Event | Women up to 30 | Women 30–40 | Women above 40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1600 m race | 8 minutes | 9 minutes | 10 minutes |
| Long jump | 10 feet | 9 feet | 8 feet |
| High jump | 3'0" | 2'9" | 2'6" |
| Measurement | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest (men) | 81 cm, with 4 cm expansion | Not applicable |
Higher age groups mainly apply to departmental and ex-servicemen candidates. Height relaxations apply to residents of hill areas and certain categories. All events are qualifying.
Step-by-step
Delhi Police Constable selection process
Stage 1
Apply online
Through the SSC website when the Delhi Police Constable notification opens.
Stage 2
Computer-Based Examination
100 questions in 90 minutes.
Stage 3
Physical Endurance & Measurement Test
Race, long jump, high jump and measurement — qualifying.
Stage 4
Medical examination & document verification
Fitness as per Delhi Police standards.
Stage 5
Final merit
Prepared on CBE marks for candidates who qualify the PE&MT and medical.
Marks & timing
Delhi Police Constable exam pattern
Stage 1
Computer-Based Examination
Questions100Marks100Duration90 minutes
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge / Current Affairs | 50 | 50 | — |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | — |
| Numerical Ability | 15 | 15 | — |
| Computer Fundamentals (MS Excel, Word, Internet, WWW) | 10 | 10 | — |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
Key rules at a glance
Marking
1 mark per correct answer.
Negative marking
0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Language
English and Hindi.
State police
Patterns differ — some states give marks for physical events, others keep them qualifying.
What to study
Delhi Police Constable syllabus
General Knowledge
HistoryGeographyCulturePolityEconomySportsEveryday science and current affairs
Reasoning
AnalogiesCoding-decodingSeriesDirection senseBlood relationsSyllogismNon-verbal reasoning
Numerical Ability
Number systemPercentageAverageRatioInterestProfit and lossTime and workMensuration
Computer Fundamentals
MS WordMS ExcelInternetEmailBasic computer terms and web browsing
Pay, perks & work
Delhi Police Constable salary, designation & job profile
Basic pay₹21,700/month
Pay Level 3 (₹21,700–69,100) for Delhi Police Constable.
Indicative in-hand₹35,000 – ₹42,000/month
Delhi is an X-class city, so House Rent Allowance (HRA) is higher; before deductions.
State policeVaries by state
Most states pay constables on their own pay matrix; starting pay is often lower than Delhi Police.
Job role & responsibilities
Law & order
Patrolling, beat duty and crowd management.
Crime prevention
Assist investigation officers, register complaints and serve notices.
Traffic & security
Traffic regulation, VIP security and event duties.
Community policing
Work with residents' groups and help vulnerable citizens.
Career ladder
1Entry
Constable
Entry rank after training.
2Step 2
Head Constable
Through promotion and departmental tests.
3Step 3
Assistant Sub-Inspector
Promotion on seniority and performance.
4Step 4
Sub-Inspector
Via promotion or directly through Staff Selection Commission – Central Police Organisation (SSC CPO) after graduation.
Preparation strategy
How to prepare for Delhi Police Constable
A practical, phase-by-phase plan. Adjust the timeline to when the next notification is expected.
1Weeks 1–2
Check eligibility
- Measure your height and chest against the standards.
- Read the notification; arrange documents and (if needed) a driving licence.
2Months 1–3
Study + fitness
- Daily: 1 hour maths, 1 hour reasoning, 1 hour GK.
- Running 5–6 days a week, increasing distance gradually.
3Months 3–4
Practice
- Previous papers and sectional tests.
- Timed runs at the target distance; practise jumps.
4Final 4–6 weeks
Mocks and PET readiness
- Full mocks three times a week.
- Simulate the PET at least once a week.
Trusted resources
Where to study from
- Official notification on ssc.gov.in or your state police recruitment board website
- National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Maths and Science (Class 6–10)
- Previous-year papers of the same exam
- PIB (pib.gov.in) for current affairs
- A structured running plan, ideally with a local sports ground or coach
Keep exploring
Related government exams
Student doubts
Frequently asked questions
For male candidates, recent notifications require a valid LMV (motorcycle or car) driving licence by the date specified. Women candidates do not need one.
Yes. Class 12 in any stream is accepted.
No. The exam is at Class 12 level with a large GK section. Daily GK reading, mock tests and physical practice are usually enough.
Each state has its own board, syllabus, physical standards and age limits. Many include state-specific GK and language papers.
There is no attempt limit within the age limit.
Height: men 170 cm, women 157 cm. Men's chest 81 cm + 4 cm. 1600 m race: men 6 min, women 8 min (up to age 30), plus long and high jump.
Police stations, PCR, traffic and specialised units within Delhi (NCT) only. State police constables serve within their own state.
Constable → Head Constable → ASI → SI. Graduates can also become SI directly through SSC CPO.
*Eligibility, age limits, exam pattern and pay figures are based on recent official notifications and the 7th Central Pay Commission structure as of 2026. In-hand salary estimates are indicative and vary with city (HRA) and the current Dearness Allowance rate. Every recruitment cycle can change the details — always confirm in the latest official notification before applying.
Official source: Staff Selection Commission (ssc.gov.in)