Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026: 331 Vacancies, Eligibility, PET, PST, Exam Pattern & Apply

Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026:

LEH: The Ladakh Police Subordinate Service Recruitment Board has announced a major recruitment drive for 331 Constable posts in the Union Territory of Ladakh. The recruitment is being conducted for Constable (Level-02) posts under the General Cadre, including Executive, Armed/IRP, SDRF, Women Battalion and Border Battalion vacancies.

The recruitment notification, Advertisement Notification No. 02 of 2026, was issued on August 24, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the Ladakh Police recruitment portal from August 29, 2026, with the application window closing on September 15, 2026.

Candidates should carefully check the domicile, educational, age and physical requirements before applying, as the recruitment includes qualifying Physical Standard and Physical Endurance Tests before the written examination.

Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details

A total of 331 Constable vacancies have been advertised.

The Board stated that the vacancy position has been worked out following the reorganisation of districts in the Union Territory of Ladakh and redistribution of sanctioned strength and incumbency.

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Border Battalion District-Wise Vacancies

The 168 Border Battalion posts are distributed as follows:

Candidates applying for Border Battalion vacancies can apply only against vacancies connected with their eligible domicile district. A candidate cannot seek appointment against vacancies of more than one district.

Women Battalion District-Wise Vacancies

The 22 Women Battalion vacancies are distributed as:

Only female candidates are eligible for consideration against Women Battalion vacancies.

Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Who Can Apply?

Candidates must possess a valid Domicile Certificate of the Union Territory of Ladakh issued by the competent authority.

For Border Battalion vacancies, candidates must additionally possess a valid domicile certificate establishing domicile in an eligible border village as recognised by the competent authority.

Educational Qualification

The minimum educational qualification for Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026 is 10th Class/Matriculation passed from a recognised Board of School Education.

There is a special provision for serving Special Police Officers (SPOs) of Ladakh Police. SPOs who have completed at least three years of continuous engagement by the last date of application may be eligible with an 8th-pass qualification, subject to fulfilment of all other conditions.

The required qualification must have been acquired on or before the last date fixed for submission of applications.

Age Limit

The prescribed age limit is 18 to 28 years, calculated as on January 1, 2026, subject to applicable relaxations.

The notification provides the following important relaxations:

• SC/ST/ALC: 5 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As prescribed under applicable rules
• Serving SPOs with at least 3 years’ continuous engagement: Upper age limit of 37 years
• Serving VHGs with at least 5 years’ continuous engagement: Upper age limit of 37 years

For Ex-Servicemen, the period of actual military service is deducted from actual age for determining eligibility, subject to applicable rules. The date of birth recorded in the Matriculation Certificate will be accepted for age determination.

Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment: PST Details

The Physical Standard Test is qualifying in nature.

Male Candidates

• Minimum height: 162 cm
• Minimum chest: 81 cm unexpanded
• Minimum chest: 85 cm expanded

Female Candidates

• Minimum height: 152 cm

Candidates who fail to qualify the PST will be disqualified and will not be allowed to proceed to the subsequent stages of recruitment.

PET Requirements

Only candidates who qualify the Physical Standard Test will be permitted to appear in the Physical Endurance Test.

PET for Male Candidates

Candidates must qualify all three events:

1. 1600-metre race: 7 minutes 30 seconds
2. Long jump: 12 feet, three attempts
3. Push-ups: 20

PET for Female Candidates

Female candidates must qualify:

1. 1200-metre race: 7 minutes 30 seconds
2. Long jump: 9 feet, three attempts
3. Shot put: 4 kg for 14.5 feet, three attempts

Each PET event must be qualified separately. Candidates must first qualify the long race before proceeding to the long jump and the subsequent event. Both PST and PET are qualifying tests and do not carry marks for the final merit list.

When Will Ladakh Police PST/PET Start?

The PST/PET process is scheduled to commence from September 22, 2026 onwards.

The detailed schedule, batch allocation, venue and reporting time will be communicated through admit cards and/or separate notices on the official Ladakh Police website.

Ladakh Police Constable Written Exam Pattern

Candidates who qualify the PST and PET and whose documents are found in order will be eligible for the written examination.

The written test will consist of:

• Type: Objective/MCQ
• Total questions: 100
• Total marks: 100
• Marks per question: 1
• Duration: 80 minutes
• Negative marking: No
• Level: Approximately Matriculation
• Paper language: English and Hindi

Written Exam Syllabus

General Knowledge includes national and international current affairs, Indian history, geography, economics, polity, Constitution, sports, awards, environmental issues and technology. The syllabus also specifically includes Ladakh’s history, art, culture, geography and current affairs.

Reasoning covers areas such as analogies, similarities and differences, spatial orientation, problem-solving, coding-decoding, series and ranking.

General Science and Arithmetic are broadly based on the 10th-class level.

NCC and Other Incentive Marks

Candidates with valid NCC certificates can receive additional incentive marks:

• NCC C Certificate: 5%
• NCC B Certificate: 3%
• NCC A Certificate: 2%

The relevant certificate must have been obtained on or before the last date for submission of the online application.

Candidates can also claim incentive marks for one of two desired qualifications:

• Driving proficiency with a valid LMV Driving Licence with transport endorsement; or
• A one-year Certificate Course in Computer Application from an AICTE-recognised institution.

The desired qualification incentive can carry marks up to 5% of the maximum written examination marks.

Ladakh Police Constable Selection Process

The recruitment process will be conducted in the following sequence:

1. Physical Standard Test — Qualifying
2. Physical Endurance Test — Qualifying
3. Original document scrutiny — Qualifying
4. NCC certificate assessment — Up to 5%
5. Desired Qualification Test — Up to 5%
6. Written Examination — 100 marks

The general select list will be prepared on the basis of written examination marks along with applicable incentive marks for NCC and desired qualifications, subject to reservation rules.

After provisional selection, candidates will also undergo medical examination, character and antecedent verification, and verification of their certificates. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory completion of these processes.

Reservation in Ladakh Police Recruitment

The advertised vacancies will be filled according to the applicable UT of Ladakh reservation rules and the approved post-based roster.

The notification provides vertical reservation for:

• Unreserved (UR)
• Scheduled Caste (SC)
• Scheduled Tribe (ST)
• Residents of areas adjoining the Actual Line of Control (ALC)
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)

Candidates claiming reservation benefits must possess the required category certificate in the prescribed format by the last date of application, unless otherwise provided under the applicable rules.

The notification also provides horizontal reservations for eligible categories including SPOs, VHGs, Outstanding Sportspersons, Ex-Agniveers and Ex-Servicemen.

Application Fee

Candidates belonging to the UR/EWS categories have to pay an application fee of ₹600.

For candidates belonging to SC, ST and ALC categories, the fee is ₹500.

The fee can be paid online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card or UPI while submitting the application.

Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will not be considered valid. The notification also states that the fee once paid will not ordinarily be refunded or adjusted against another examination.

Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

The Board has advised candidates to regularly check the official Ladakh Police website for further updates and examination schedules.

How to Apply for Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official Ladakh Police website.

Candidates should:

1. Visit the official Ladakh Police website.
2. Open the recruitment/application link for Advertisement Notification No. 02 of 2026.
3. Complete the online application form with accurate personal and eligibility details.
4. Upload the required photograph and documents.
5. Pay the applicable application fee online.
6. Review the complete application before final submission.
7. Submit the form before September 15, 2026.
8. Save and print/download a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Candidates can edit certain particulars after initial submission until the closing date, but Date of Birth and Category cannot be edited after submission.

Important Instructions for Applicants

Candidates should use a recent colour passport-size photograph meeting the specifications prescribed in the notification. The photograph should be in JPG/JPEG format, have a white background and must not be more than three months old from the date of publication of the examination notice.

Candidates must also provide an active mobile number and email address, as the Board may communicate important information through SMS or email.

For PST/PET, candidates are required to carry their admit card, two recent passport-size colour photographs matching the uploaded photograph, and an original photo-ID proof.

Examination Centres

The recruitment process will be conducted at Leh and Kargil centres.

Candidates are required to indicate their preferred examination centre in the online application. The notification states that the centre ordinarily cannot be changed after the application process closes.

Final Selection and Merit

For the general select list, merit will be based on marks obtained in the written examination together with applicable incentive marks for NCC and desired qualifications.

Allocation to the respective cadre or unit will depend on merit, reservation, eligibility, available vacancies and the preference exercised by the candidate in the application form.

Candidates should note that merely choosing a particular cadre or unit does not guarantee appointment against that preference.

Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Key Takeaway

The 331-post Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026 provides opportunities across Executive/Armed/IRP/SDRF, Border Battalion and Women Battalion units.

For most applicants, the first major hurdle will be the PST and PET, followed by document scrutiny and the 100-mark written examination. Candidates should therefore begin preparing for both the physical and written stages rather than waiting for the examination date.

Those interested in applying should carefully verify their Ladakh domicile, age, educational qualification, district eligibility and applicable reservation category before submitting the application.

The official notification should be treated as the final authority regarding eligibility, vacancies, selection and other recruitment conditions.

FAQs

How many vacancies are available in Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

The Ladakh Police has advertised 331 Constable vacancies.

What is the last date to apply for Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submission of the online application is September 15, 2026.

What is the qualification for Ladakh Police Constable Recruitment?

Candidates generally need to have passed 10th Class/Matriculation from a recognised Board.

What is the age limit?

The standard age limit is 18 to 28 years as on January 1, 2026, with applicable relaxations.

What is the male PET requirement?

Male candidates have to complete a 1600-metre race in 7 minutes 30 seconds, clear a 12-foot long jump and complete 20 push-ups.

What is the female PET requirement?

Female candidates have to complete a 1200-metre race in 7 minutes 30 seconds, clear a 9-foot long jump and complete a 4-kg shot put to 14.5 feet.

Is there negative marking in the written exam?

No. The notification states that there will be no negative marking.

How many marks is the written examination?

The written examination carries 100 marks and consists of 100 objective questions.

When will PST/PET begin?

The PST/PET process is scheduled to commence from September 22, 2026 onwards.

What is the application fee?

The fee is ₹600 for UR/EWS candidates and ₹500 for SC, ST and ALC candidates.

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