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Post Date	Recruitment Board	Post Name	Qualification	Advt No	Last Date	More Information
01/10/2026	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)	SSC GD Constable Final Result 2026 Out: State-Wise Cutoff & Merit List PDF	N/A	N/A	N/A	Get Details
25/09/2026	Indian Coast Guard (Ministry of Defence)	Indian Coast Guard Group C Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Store Keeper, Engine Driver & MTS Posts	N/A	N/A	03/11/2026	Get Details
25/09/2026	Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)	HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 23 ADO Group-A Posts	N/A	N/A	22/10/2026	Get Details
22/09/2026	Assam Rifles (Ministry of Home Affairs)	Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 – Apply Online for 354 Posts	N/A	N/A	28/10/2026	Get Details
22/09/2026	Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP - Ministry of Home Affairs)	ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 37 Motor Mechanic & Education Counsellor Posts	N/A	N/A	27/10/2026	Get Details
22/09/2026	Indian Army (Ministry of Defence)	Indian Army TGC 145 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 30 Technical Graduate Course Posts	N/A	N/A	29/10/2026	Get Details
18/09/2026	Indian Navy (Nausena Bharti)	Indian Navy Agniveer SSR MR Result 2026 Out - Check Stage-I INET Merit List & Cut Off	N/A	N/A	31/10/2026	Get Details
18/09/2026	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)	UPSC CAPF AC Result 2026 Out - Download Assistant Commandant Merit List & Cut Off PDF	N/A	N/A	31/10/2026	Get Details
11/09/2026	Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) / MP Police	MP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 7,500 Posts at esb.mp.gov.in	N/A	N/A	06/10/2026	Get Details
11/09/2026	Staff Selection Commission (SSC) & Delhi Police	SSC Delhi Police Constable PE & MT Admit Card 2026 Out - Download Hall Ticket	N/A	N/A	10/10/2026	Get Details
04/09/2026	Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)	RPSC Deputy Jailor PET Result 2026 – Download Physical Efficiency Test Merit List PDF	N/A	N/A	31/10/2026	Get Details

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Police & Defence Jobs 2026 - Latest Recruitment Notifications

Police and defence jobs are among the most respected career options in India, offering job security, a uniform, attractive allowances, and the pride of serving the nation. Every year the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, the Central Armed Police Forces, and state police departments release thousands of vacancies for constable, sub-inspector, and officer posts. On this page you will find the latest police and defence job notifications 2026 with vacancy details, eligibility, last date, and direct apply-online links for each post.

Types of Police & Defence Jobs in India

The sector covers three broad areas. Armed Forces - the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force recruit soldiers, sailors, airmen, and officers to guard the nation's borders. Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) - BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB handle border guarding and internal security, recruiting constables, head constables, sub-inspectors, and assistant commandants. State Police - every state police department recruits constables, sub-inspectors, and other ranks for law and order within the state. Common posts across these include Constable, Head Constable, Sub-Inspector (SI), Officer, and various technical and trade roles.

Major Police & Defence Recruitment Bodies

Recruitment is conducted through several bodies. The UPSC conducts the NDA, CDS, and CAPF (Assistant Commandant) exams for officer entry. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the GD Constable and CAPF sub-inspector exams. The armed forces hold their own recruitment rallies and Agniveer notifications for soldier, sailor, and airmen posts. At the state level, State Police Recruitment Boards and subordinate service commissions release constable and SI vacancies regularly throughout the year.

Physical & Eligibility Standards

Police and defence posts have both educational and physical requirements. Constable and soldier posts generally require a 10th or 12th pass qualification, while sub-inspector and officer posts need graduation. Candidates must meet minimum height, chest (for men), and weight standards, and clear a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) involving running, long jump, and high jump, followed by a medical examination. The general age limit is 18 to 23 years for constable posts and up to 25 to 28 years for SI and officer posts, with relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, and ex-servicemen candidates.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between defence jobs and police jobs in India?

Defence jobs are with the armed forces - the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force - which protect the country's borders and are recruited centrally through bodies like the UPSC, NDA, and service recruitment rallies. Police jobs are with central or state law-enforcement agencies such as the CAPFs and state police, responsible for internal security and law and order.

2. What are the physical eligibility standards for police and defence recruitment?

Most posts require minimum height, chest measurement (for men), and a physical efficiency test such as running, long jump, and high jump. Standards vary by force, gender, and category - for example, many constable posts require around 170 cm height for male general candidates, with relaxation for reserved categories and certain regions.

3. What is the age limit for police and defence jobs?

The age limit depends on the post and recruiting body. Constable and soldier posts are usually open to candidates aged 18 to 23 years, while sub-inspector and officer posts allow up to 25 to 28 years. Age relaxation is provided for SC/ST, OBC, ex-servicemen, and other reserved categories as per government rules.

4. What are the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF)?

The CAPFs are central police organisations under the Ministry of Home Affairs, including BSF (Border Security Force), CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), CISF (Central Industrial Security Force), ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police), and SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal). They recruit constables, head constables, sub-inspectors, and assistant commandants through the SSC and UPSC.

5. How can I join the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force after 12th?

After 12th, you can join as an officer through the NDA (National Defence Academy) exam conducted by the UPSC, or apply for soldier, sailor, and airmen posts through service-specific recruitment rallies and agniveer notifications. Each route has its own age, education, and physical eligibility criteria.

6. What is the selection process for police constable and sub-inspector posts?

The selection process generally includes a written examination, a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST), document verification, and a medical examination. Some posts, especially sub-inspector, also include a typing or descriptive paper before final selection.

7. Can female candidates apply for police and defence jobs?

Yes, women can apply for a wide range of police and defence posts, including constable, sub-inspector, CAPF roles, and officer entries in the armed forces. Physical standards and some eligibility conditions differ for female candidates, and these are clearly mentioned in each official notification.

8. What is the difference between a constable and a sub-inspector?

A constable is an entry-level post handling field duties, patrolling, and security, while a sub-inspector (SI) is a supervisory rank that leads a team and can register and investigate cases. SI posts require higher qualifications and offer a higher pay scale and faster promotion prospects.

9. What is the salary of a police constable or soldier?

A police constable or soldier typically earns a basic pay of around Rs 21,700 under Pay Level 3, with the gross monthly salary ranging from about Rs 25,000 to Rs 35,000 including dearness allowance, ration, and other allowances. Officer and sub-inspector ranks draw considerably higher pay.

10. How should I prepare for police and defence exams?

Focus on the written syllabus - General Knowledge, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and English or the regional language - while also building physical fitness for the running and endurance tests. Practise previous-year papers, take regular mock tests, and maintain a daily fitness routine to clear both the written and physical stages.

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