The Himachal Pradesh Police Recruitment Board is expected to release the HP Police SI Notification 2025 soon, inviting applications for Sub-Inspector (SI) posts. This recruitment offers a coveted government job opportunity in the police force. Candidates should keep an eye on the official HP Police recruitment portal (citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in) for the latest updates. In the last recruitment cycle (2022), a total of 28 SI vacancies (18 Male, 10 Female) were announced. Eligible aspirants will be selected through a multi-stage process (written tests, physical tests, interview, etc.), and the chosen candidates will draw a pay scale of ₹10,300–34,800 (Grade Pay ₹4,600). The sections below provide a detailed overview of dates, eligibility, selection process, and more for HP Police SI 2025.
Important Dates
The official notification and schedule for HP Police SI Recruitment 2025 are yet to be announced. Based on the previous cycle, the key dates were as follows:
- Notification release: September 24, 2022 (Date for 2025 – To Be Announced)
- Application Start: September 30, 2022 (2025 – TBA)
- Application End: October 29, 2022 (2025 – TBA)
- Written Exam: To be announced (likely several weeks after application deadline)
- Admit Card: To be announced
(Note: Aspirants should check the official website regularly for confirmed dates for 2025.)
Vacancy Details
The total number of HP Police Sub Inspector vacancies for 2025 will be specified in the official notification. In the last SI recruitment, the HP Police announced 28 posts, distributed as: 18 for male candidates and 10 for female candidates. (Category-wise breakdown was also provided in 2022.) The final vacancy count for 2025 – including any reservation splits (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, etc.) – will be detailed in the upcoming notification. Aspirants can use the previous breakdown as a reference:
| Post | Vacancies (2022) |
|---|---|
| SI (Male) | 18 |
| SI (Female) | 10 |
| Total | 28 |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for HP Police SI Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
- Age Limit (2025): 21–26 years for General category candidates. (Relaxation of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST). (For example, in 2022 the cut-off was 21-26 years.)
- Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university. (Previous notifications required graduation; some sources mention 10+2 pass, but official HPSI recruitment has traditionally required a degree.)
- Physical Standards: Candidates must meet minimum height and chest requirements:
| Category | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Chest (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | 5′6″ (167.6cm) | 5′2″ (157.5cm) | 31″ × 32″ (78.7×81.3cm) |
| SC/ST | 5′4″ (162.6cm) | 5′0″ (152.4cm) | 29″ × 30″ (73.7×76.2cm) |
(No chest measurement required for women.) Only candidates who fulfill all criteria will be eligible).
Application Fee
The application fee for HP Police SI 2025 (to be paid online) is expected to be similar to previous years:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹360 |
| SC/ST/OBC (HP) | ₹120 |
| Ex-Servicemen (HP) | No Fee |
Note: The above fee structure was prescribed for the last SI recruitm. Verify the exact fees in the official 2025 notification, as these are typically category-based.
Selection Process
The selection for HP Police Sub Inspector 2025 will be through multiple stages:
- Written Examination (Screening Test) – Objective-type test (Paper I) covering subjects like General Awareness, English, Hindi, Mathematics, and Logical Reasoning.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) – Measurement of height (and chest for males) to ensure minimum physical standards.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying tests including running and jumps.
- Subjective Examination (Paper II) – Descriptive test in English and Hindi (essay, précis, etc., 100 marks).
- Personality Test / Interview & Medical Examination – Final stage to assess candidate suitability and fitness.
Only those who clear the written exam and physical tests will advance to the subjective exam and interview. The final merit list is based on aggregate performance across all stages. This process mirrors the selection sequence of the previous recruitment.
Exam Pattern
The HP Police SI exam consists of two written papers and qualifying physical tests:
- Paper I (Objective Test): 100 multiple-choice questions (1 mark each) for a total of 100 marks. There is no negative marking. The duration is 90 minutes. The exam is divided into 5 sections (20 questions per section) as shown below:
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Awareness | 20 | 20 | 90 minutes |
| II | English | 20 | 20 | |
| III | Hindi | 20 | 20 | |
| IV | Mathematics & Science | 20 | 20 | |
| V | Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 min |
- Paper II (Subjective Test): 100 marks. Candidates write essays, précis, etc. in English and Hindi to assess writing skills.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying in nature. Standards (men/women) include:
- Race: Men – 1500m in 6 min 30 sec; Women – 800m in 4 min 15 sec.
- High Jump: Men – 1.25 m; Women – 1.00 m.
- Broad Jump: Men – 4.00 m; Women – 3.00 m.
Candidates must clear each phase (written papers and physical tests) to move forward in the selection process. The final medical exam ensures fitness for duty.
Salary and Pay Scale
Selected HP Police SI recruits will be placed in Pay Band-2. As per the 7th Pay Commission norms, the pay scale is ₹10,300 – ₹34,800 with a Grade Pay of ₹4,600. In addition to the basic pay, SIs receive allowances (HRA, TA, etc.), insurance, pension benefits, and other perks as per government rules. The approximately starting salary (including Grade Pay and allowances) is around ₹30,000 per month.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online once the HP Police SI 2025 notification is released. The application steps (based on previous procedures) are:
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the Himachal Pradesh Police Recruitment Portal at citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in.
- Find the SI Recruitment Link: Under the “Notice Board” or “Recruitment” section, click on the link for “HP Police Sub Inspector Recruitment 2025”.
- Register/Login: Complete the registration if needed and log in to access the SI application form.
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and other required details accurately.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other documents as specified.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the prescribed fee online (as above).
- Submit and Print: Verify all information, submit the form, and print a copy of the application for your records.
Keep a printout of the submitted form and payment receipt. All official communications (admit card, interview call letter) will be sent via the above portal.
Key Highlights
- HP Police SI Notification 2025: Official notification release date is pending. Candidates should monitor the HP Police portal for the announcement. The last SI notification (September 2022) announced 28 posts.
- Vacancy: About 28 Sub-Inspector vacancies (18 Male, 10 Female) were advertised previously. The exact number for 2025 will be revealed in the official notice.
- Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be Indian nationals aged 21–26 years (Gen) (relaxations for OBC/SC/ST) and generally hold a Bachelor’s degree. Minimum height and chest requirements apply.
- Exam Pattern: The written exam (Paper I) has 100 MCQs (5 sections, 20 Q each, 100 marks) with 90 minutes duration. Paper II is descriptive (100 marks). No negative marking. PET (race/jumps) is qualifying.
- Selection Process: Stages include Written (Objective + Subjective) → Physical Standard & Efficiency Tests → Interview/Personality Test → Medical. Candidates must clear each stage.
- Salary: Pay scale is ₹10,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,600 (approx. ₹30K starting salary with allowances). Additional benefits like housing, medical and pension apply.
- Application Process: Apply online at the official portal once the notification is out. Follow the step-by-step application guide (fill details, upload docs, pay fee, submit).
FAQs
A. The official notification for HP Police SI 2025 has not been issued yet. Based on past trends (the last SI notification was released on Sept 24, 2022), candidates should expect the 2025 notification in late 2025. Keep checking the official website for the exact release date.
A. Applicants must be Indian citizens aged between 21 and 26 years (upper age relaxations of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST). They should have at least a 12th-pass certificate, and traditionally a graduation degree is required. Physical standards include minimum height of 5′6″ for men (5′2″ for women) and requisite chest measurements.
A. The exact number of vacancies for SI posts will be announced in the 2025 notification. In the last recruitment (2022), 28 vacancies were released (18 Male, 10 Female). Aspirants should check the new notification for the updated vacancy count.
A. The age limit is generally 21-26 years for general category candidates. OBC candidates get a 3-year relaxation (up to 29 years), SC/ST get 5-year relaxation (up to 31 years). The age is calculated as on a specified date mentioned in the notification (usually the 1st of January or July of the recruitment year).
A. The exam pattern is expected to be the same as before: Paper I – 100 objective questions (General Knowledge, English, Hindi, Maths & Science, Logical Reasoning) for 100 marks (90 minutes), no negative marking. Paper II – 100-mark descriptive paper (essay/précis in English & Hindi). Candidates scoring above the cut-off in Paper I will qualify for the next stages (Physical Tests & Paper II).
A. The previous fee was ₹360 for General/OBC candidates and ₹120 for SC/ST candidates. HP ex-servicemen (state domiciled) were exempted. The exact fee for 2025 will be specified in the official notification, but it is expected to be the same.
A. Selection involves: (1) Written Test (Objective + Descriptive), (2) Physical Standard Test (PST), (3) Physical Efficiency Test (PET), (4) Personality Test/Interview, and (5) Medical Examination. Candidates must qualify in each stage to move forward. For example, only those who pass the physical tests move to the subjective exam.
A. Applications are submitted online on the Himachal Pradesh Police recruitment portal (citizenportal.hppolice.gov.in). Once the notification is released, candidates should register/login, complete the SI application form, upload documents, pay the fee, and submit before the deadline. Instructions are available on the official site and in the recruitment notice.
A. The pay scale for HP Police SI is ₹10,300–34,800 (PB-2) with Grade Pay of ₹4,600. In practice, a newly appointed SI draws around ₹30,000 per month with allowances. SIs also receive benefits such as housing, medical coverage, and pension as per state government norms
