Delhi Police Constable Recruitment 2025 — Complete Guide

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the Delhi Police Constable (Executive) Recruitment 2025 notification for a total of 7,565 vacancies. This is a major opportunity for aspiring candidates aiming to serve in the Delhi Police as constables. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what the notification contains, what it means for candidates, and how to prepare.

Key Highlights

• Vacancies: 7,565 posts for Constable (Executive), both male and female.

• Recruiting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the process.

• Post Names: Constable (Executive) – male & female; includes special categories like Ex‑Servicemen and commandos for male posts.

• Pay Scale: Pay Level‑3 as per the 7th Pay Commission, which is ₹21,700 to ₹69,100.

Important Dates & Timeline

It’s important to mark these deadlines because missing any one could disqualify the application.

Vacancy Breakdown (Category & Type)

The total 7,565 vacancies are distributed among different categories and specific types, especially among male/female and Ex‑servicemen categories. Here’s how they are divided:

Note: “UR” stands for Unreserved, “EWS” = Economically Weaker Section, “OBC” = Other Backward Classes, “SC” = Scheduled Castes, “ST” = Scheduled Tribes. Ex‑servicemen posts have further sub‑types.

Eligibility Criteria

This section is crucial: whether you can apply or not depends on meeting these criteria.

A. Nationality

• Must be an Indian citizen.

B. Educational Qualification

• Generally, candidates must have passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) from a recognized Board by the closing date of the application.

• However, there is a relaxation: For certain categories such as bandsmen, buglers, mounted constables, drivers, dispatch riders, and sons of serving, retired, or deceased Delhi Police personnel including Multi‑Tasking Staff, the minimum qualification may be Class 11 (or 11th standard).

C. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age: 25 years as of 1 July 2025. That means candidates born between 2 July 2000 and 1 July 2007 are eligible.

D. Age Relaxation

Candidates from certain reserved categories get relaxation in the upper age limit as per government norms. These include:

• SC/ST candidates – relaxed upper limit.

• OBC candidates – applicable relaxation.

• Sportsmen of distinction – also given relaxation.

• Sons of serving, retired, or deceased Delhi Police personnel – also get relaxation up to a certain age.

• Also, departmental (internal) candidates may have further relaxation – though this depends on rules laid out in the notification.

E. Other Requirements

• Driving Licence: Male candidates applying for Constable (Exe.) male posts must possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence (for motorcycle/car) at the time of the Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE & MT). A learner’s licence will not be accepted.

Physical Standards & Physical Endurance Tests (PE & MT)

Meeting the physical and measurement requirements is mandatory. These tests are qualifying in nature — you must pass them, though performance in written/CBT is weighted for merit.

A. Measurement Standards (Height, Chest)

B. Physical Endurance Test Components

The Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE & MT) includes:

• Running (a certain distance within time limit)

• Long Jump

• High Jump

The minimum performance requirement (i.e. running time, jump distance/height) depends on age and gender. For example:

It’s important to check the exact physical standards once the official notification PDF is released, because these may vary slightly by category or by age.

Selection Process

The recruitment consists of multiple stages. Candidates must clear each to reach the final merit list.

1. Computer‑Based Examination (CBE)

   • This is the first major screening.

   • It will be conducted in both English and Hindi.

   • Marks obtained in this exam are used for final merit.

2. Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE & MT)

   • Qualifying in nature — you must meet physical requirements.

   • Includes physical measurements and endurance components (run, jumps etc.)

3. Document Verification

   • Occurs after CBE & PE & MT. You must produce all required certificates (education, age, caste, driving licence, etc.).

4. Medical Examination

   • Ensures candidates are medically fit for the role. Any disqualifying conditions as per medical standards will result in rejection.

5. Final Merit & Appointment

   • Based primarily on performance in the CBE (i.e. written part) provided PE & MT and medical are cleared.

Application Process & Fee

Here are the steps and what to keep in mind:

A. How to Apply

• Go to the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.

• Complete the One‑Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered. Earlier OTR via old SSC site may not be valid.

• Fill in the online application for the Constable (Executive) post. Provide all required details about education, age, category etc.

• Upload necessary documents (scanned copies as per specs). Usually include photo, signature, age proof, category certificate (if applicable), driving licence (for male LMV licence requirement) etc.

B. Application Fee

• General category / OBC / EWS: Rs. 100.

• Women, SC, ST, Ex‑servicemen: Exempted from fee.

Payment modes will include Net Banking, Debit/Credit cards, UPI etc. Must be paid by the deadline.

C. Application Corrections

• After the main application deadline, there will be a correction window (29‑31 October 2025) to fix mistakes in the application. Use this period to review all entries carefully.

Salary, Allowances & Other Benefits

• As mentioned, the pay scale is Pay Level‑3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) under the 7th Pay Commission.

• Selected candidates will also get standard allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport or other allowances as per Delhi Police / Government rules.

• Apart from salary and allowances, working in the police provides job security, government perks, pension (as applicable under govt rules), opportunities for promotion, etc.

  

Important Tips & Common Queries

Here are some things aspirants often want to know, and tips to navigate the process smoothly.

A. On Driving Licence Requirement

• For male applicants, the valid LMV driving licence (for motorcycle/car) must be possessed at the time of PE & MT. A learner’s licence is not sufficient.

• If you don’t have the licence by that time, even if you qualify in written exam, you may be disqualified.

B. Age Relaxation Specifics

• For OBC, SC, ST, there is standard government prescribed age relaxation.

• Children of Delhi Police personnel (serving, retired or deceased) also get relaxation.

• Sports persons of distinction are given certain relaxations, meaning if you have registered achievements in certain sports, you may get benefit. Always check the notification for what qualifies.

C. Physical Standards vs Written Exam Performance

• Even if your written exam performance is very good, you must clear the physical standards (height, chest, running etc.). These are mandatory.

• Physical failures cannot be “made up for” by high marks in the written part. So prepare physically well in advance.

D. Medical Fitness

• Certain medical disqualifications (vision issues, serious health conditions, etc.) may lead to rejection even after clearing all other stages. Maintain good health; get medical checkups if possible beforehand.

E. Document Preparedness

• Keep original documents ready: Board certificate, matriculation, intermediate (10+2), age proof (birth certificate / school record / SSC certificate), caste certificate if applicable, driving licence, etc.

• Also, scanned copies should be done neatly, and specifications (size, format, resolution) must be as per notification.

F. Syllabus & Exam Pattern

• While SSC has not yet released full syllabus details beyond what’s in notification, previous exams suggest that written (CBE) will test General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, etc. Check SSC website once syllabus is up.

• Practice sample/question papers and mock tests help.

Pros & Challenges

Pros

• Big opportunity: 7,565 seats is a large recruitment drive.

• Both genders eligible; reserved category seats available.

• Relaxations for certain categories.

• Good salary and benefits with job security.

Challenges

• Physical standards can be tough for some aspirants; need good fitness/training.

• The examination and selection process will have high competition, especially for unreserved seats.

• Must ensure paperwork & documents are fully in order to avoid rejection during verification.

• Timelines are tight; form filling, fee payment, corrections must be handled carefully.

What’s New / What to Note This Time

• The large number of vacancies makes this recruitment special — it shows the Delhi Police is expanding/staffing significantly.

• Relaxations in educational qualification for specific categories (bandsmen, etc.) again are provided, which widens inclusion.

• The requirement of a valid LMV licence for male constable posts is especially important — aspirants must ensure they meet it in advance.

Step‑by‑Step Checklist for Applicants

To make sure you don’t miss anything, here’s a checklist:

1. Read official notification PDF fully and carefully.

2. Ensure you meet age and education criteria. If you rely on relaxations, check documents to prove eligibility (sports, police personnel relation, etc.).

3. If male applying for male constable post: get your LMV licence in order. Don’t wait for PE & MT date to suddenly apply.

4. Register on SSC portal (OTR) before applying; confirm login credentials work.

5. Fill the application form: all personal details, category, address, etc. Make sure to upload correct scanned photo & signature etc.

6. Pay fee (if applicable) before deadline. Confirm payment success.

7. After application deadline, verify your submission and note application number. Use correction window if any mistakes.

8. Start preparing for the written exam (CBE) — focus on General Awareness, Reasoning, Maths/Numerical, etc. Also begin physical training: running, jumping, endurance.

9. Keep track of your admit card release, exam centre details. SSC will issue admit cards before exam.

10. After exam, if selected, ensure you have all original documents ready for verification. Prepare for medical exam too.

    

Conclusion

The Delhi Police Constable Recruitment 2025 is a golden chance for candidates seeking a government job in law enforcement. With 7,565 vacancies, clear eligibility norms, and detailed selection process, aspirants who plan well have a strong shot. The important thing is to start early — ensure physical fitness, gather all documents, understand the exam pattern, and apply properly within deadlines.

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