Big news for police aspirants across India! The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for Delhi Police Constable (Executive) Recruitment 2025, announcing 7565 vacancies for both male and female candidates. With the application window open from September 22 to October 21, 2025, this is a golden opportunity to join one of India’s most prestigious police forces.
Delhi Police Constable Recruitment 2025: Complete Overview
| Recruitment Details | Information |
| Conducting Authority | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Recruiting Organization | Delhi Police |
| Post Name | Constable (Executive) Male and Female |
| Total Vacancies | 7565 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Notification Date | September 22, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | September 22, 2025 |
| Application Last Date | October 21, 2025 (11 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | October 22, 2025 (11 PM) |
| Correction Window | October 29-31, 2025 |
| Computer-Based Exam | December 2025 / January 2026 (Tentative) |
| Pay Scale | Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in / delhipolice.gov.in |
| Helpline Number | 1800 30 93063 (Toll-Free) |
Complete Vacancy Breakdown
Category-Wise Distribution
| S.No | Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| 1 | Constable (Exe.)-Male | 1914 | 456 | 967 | 729 | 342 | 4408 |
| 2 | Constable (Exe.)-Male [Ex-Servicemen (Others)] | 107 | 26 | 54 | 62 | 36 | 285 |
| 3 | Constable (Exe.)-Male [Ex-Servicemen (Commando)] | 106 | 25 | 56 | 138 | 51 | 376 |
| 4 | Constable (Exe.)-Female | 1047 | 249 | 531 | 457 | 212 | 2496 |
| Total | 3174 | 756 | 1608 | 1386 | 641 | 7565 |
Key Highlights
- Female Representation: 2496 vacancies (33% of total posts)
- Ex-Servicemen Quota: 661 vacancies (10% reservation in male category)
- Reserved Categories: Adequate representation across SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories
- Pan-India Eligibility: Candidates from all states can apply
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum Qualification: 10+2 (Senior Secondary) from a recognized Board
- Crucial Date: Must possess qualification as on October 21, 2025
- Male Candidates: Valid driving license for LMV (Motorcycle OR Car) mandatory
- Important: Learner’s License is NOT acceptable
Relaxation in Educational Qualification:
- Educational qualification relaxable up to 11th passed for:
- Sons/daughters of serving, retired, or deceased Delhi Police Personnel/Multi-Tasking Staff
- Bandsmen, buglers, mounted constables, drivers, dispatch riders of Delhi Police
Distance Learning Acceptance:
- Degrees/diplomas through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) recognized if approved by UGC
- Must be recognized for the relevant period when acquired
- Engineering, medicine, dental, nursing, pharmacy, architecture not permitted through ODL
Age Limit
Standard Age Requirement:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- As on Date: July 1, 2025
- Birth Date Range: Between July 2, 2000, and July 1, 2007
Age Relaxation Details:
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age |
| SC/ST | 5 years | 30 years |
| OBC | 3 years | 28 years |
| Sportspersons (General) | 5 years | 30 years |
| Sportspersons (SC/ST) | 10 years | 35 years |
| Departmental Candidates (UR/EWS) | Up to 40 years | 40 years |
| Departmental Candidates (OBC) | Up to 43 years | 43 years |
| Departmental Candidates (SC/ST) | Up to 45 years | 45 years |
| Wards of Delhi Police Personnel | Up to 29 years | 29 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS) | 3 years + service deduction | Variable |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years + service deduction | Variable |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years + service deduction | Variable |
| Widows/Divorced Women | 5 years | 30 years |
Nationality
- Requirement: Must be a citizen of India
- No relaxation on this criterion
Application Process
How to Apply Online
Step 1: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Visit official website: ssc.gov.in
- Click on “Register Now” in Login/Register section
- Old website (ssc.nic.in) OTR will NOT work
Step 2: Fill Registration Details
- Provide basic information (name as per 10th certificate)
- Date of birth exactly as per Matriculation certificate
- Mobile number (verified through OTP)
- Email ID (verified through OTP)
- Aadhaar Number (optional but recommended)
Step 3: Submit Application Form
- Login with Registration Number and Password
- Fill complete application form carefully
- Upload photograph and signature
- Select exam centers (3 preferences)
Step 4: Pay Application Fee
- Complete online payment
- Take printout of application form
- Save for future reference
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹100 only |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
| Women Candidates | Exempted |
Payment Methods:
- BHIM UPI
- Net Banking
- Debit Cards (Visa/Mastercard/Maestro/RuPay)
- Fee payment deadline: October 22, 2025 (11 PM)
Important Notes:
- Fee once paid is non-refundable
- Incomplete applications without fee will be rejected
- No offline payment mode available
Aadhaar-Based Authentication
Benefits of Aadhaar Authentication:
- Application won’t be rejected for photograph/signature issues
- No need to carry physical photos at exam venue
- No need for photo ID proof at exam center
- Faster and more convenient process
For Non-Aadhaar Users:
- Must upload specified documents
- Carry 2 passport-size photographs to exam
- Carry valid photo ID proof
- Report 2 hours before exam time
Application Form Correction Window
Dates: October 29-31, 2025 (till 11 PM)
Key Features:
- Correction allowed twice during window
- Correction charges: ₹200 for first correction, ₹500 for second
- Only successfully submitted applications eligible
- Latest corrected form will be considered valid
Computer-Based Examination Pattern
Exam Structure
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Part-A | General Knowledge/Current Affairs | 50 | 50 | 90 minutes (Total) |
| Part-B | Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| Part-C | Numerical Ability | 15 | 15 | |
| Part-D | Computer Fundamentals | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
Key Exam Features
- Type: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Language: English and Hindi (bilingual)
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for correct answer
- Negative Marking: -0.25 marks for wrong answer
- Difficulty Level: Matriculation (10th) standard
- Normalization: Applicable if exam conducted in multiple shifts
Section-Wise Syllabus
Part-A: General Knowledge/Current Affairs (50 Questions)
- Indian History, Culture, and Heritage
- Geography of India and neighboring countries
- Indian Economy and Budget
- General Polity and Indian Constitution
- Scientific Research and Developments
- Current Events and Sports
- Everyday observations in scientific aspect
Part-B: Reasoning (25 Questions)
- Analogies and Pattern Recognition
- Similarities and Differences
- Spatial Visualization and Orientation
- Visual Memory and Discrimination
- Arithmetical Reasoning
- Non-Verbal Series
- Coding and Decoding
- Figural Classification
Part-C: Numerical Ability (15 Questions)
- Number Systems and Computation
- Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
- Percentages, Ratio and Proportion
- Averages and Interest
- Profit and Loss, Discount
- Mensuration
- Time and Distance
- Time and Work
Part-D: Computer Fundamentals (10 Questions)
- Word Processing Basics (MS Word)
- Spreadsheets (MS Excel – functions and formulas)
- Email Basics and Functions
- Internet and WWW
- Web Browsers and Search Engines
- Online Communication Tools
- E-Banking Fundamentals
Cut-Off Marks (Qualifying)
| Category | Minimum Marks (Normalized) |
| Unreserved (UR) | 35 marks |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS | 30 marks |
| Ex-Servicemen | 25 marks |
Shortlisting for PE&MT: Approximately 12 times the number of vacancies based on merit
Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE&MT)
Physical Endurance Test – Male Candidates
| Age Group | Race (1600m) | Long Jump | High Jump |
| Up to 30 years | 6 Minutes | 14 Feet | 3’9″ |
| Above 30-40 years | 7 Minutes | 13 Feet | 3’6″ |
| Above 40 years | 8 Minutes | 12 Feet | 3’3″ |
Important Rules:
- Race must be completed within time limit
- Only qualified candidates proceed to Long Jump
- Then eligible for High Jump
- Three attempts allowed for Long Jump and High Jump
- No appeal against disqualification
Physical Measurement – Male Candidates
Height Standard:
- Minimum: 170 cm
- Relaxation: 5 cm for Hill Area residents
- Relaxation: 5 cm for ST candidates
- Relaxation: 5 cm for sons of Delhi Police personnel
Chest Standard:
- Minimum: 81 cm with 4 cm expansion (81-85 cm)
- Relaxation: 5 cm for Hill Area residents
- Relaxation: 5 cm for ST candidates
- Relaxation: 5 cm for sons of Delhi Police personnel
Physical Endurance Test – Female Candidates
| Age Group | Race (1600m) | Long Jump | High Jump |
| Up to 30 years | 8 Minutes | 10 Feet | 3′ |
| Above 30-40 years | 9 Minutes | 9 Feet | 2’9″ |
| Above 40 years | 10 Minutes | 8 Feet | 2’6″ |
Physical Measurement – Female Candidates
Height Standard:
- Minimum: 157 cm
- Relaxation: 2 cm for Hill Area residents
- Relaxation: 2 cm for SC/ST candidates
- Relaxation: 5 cm for daughters of Delhi Police personnel
Special Provision for Pregnant Women:
- Temporarily unfit during pregnancy
- Re-examination after 6 weeks post-delivery
- Re-examination after 45 days post-miscarriage
- Medical fitness certificate required
Medical Standards
Essential Medical Requirements
- General Health: Sound state, free from defects/deformities
- Vision: 6/12 without glasses in both eyes
- Color Blindness: Must be free
- Corrective Surgery: Not permitted (including LASIK)
- No Relaxation: Available to any category
Tattoo Policy
Permitted Tattoos:
- Content: Religious symbols or figures only
- Location: Inner aspect of left forearm OR dorsum of hands
- Size: Less than ¼ of the particular body part
- Tribal Tattoos: As per traditions
Bonus Marks and Incentives
NCC Certificate Holders
| Certificate Type | Bonus Marks |
| NCC ‘C’ Certificate | 5% of maximum marks (5 marks) |
| NCC ‘B’ Certificate | 3% of maximum marks (3 marks) |
| NCC ‘A’ Certificate | 2% of maximum marks (2 marks) |
Note: Not available for Ex-servicemen
Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) Degree Holders
| Class Obtained | Additional Marks |
| Distinction | 5% of maximum marks (5 marks) |
| First Class | 4% of maximum marks (4 marks) |
| Second Class | 3% of maximum marks (3 marks) |
| Pass Class | 2% of maximum marks (2 marks) |
Selection Process
Complete Selection Stages
Stage 1: Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
- 100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes
- Conducted by SSC in English and Hindi
- Normalized marks if multiple shifts
Stage 2: Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE&MT)
- Conducted by Delhi Police in Delhi
- Qualifying nature only
- Race, Long Jump, High Jump for endurance
- Height and Chest measurement
- Appeal available for measurement test only
Stage 3: Document Verification (DV)
- Conducted by Delhi Police
- For candidates qualifying PE&MT
- Original certificates verified
- Same-day grievance resolution
Stage 4: Medical Examination
- Conducted by Delhi Police
- Various government hospitals in Delhi
- Final eligibility determination
Stage 5: Final Merit List
- Based on CBE marks only
- Subject to qualifying PE&MT and Medical
- Category-wise separate merit lists
- 15% reserve panel maintained
Merit Determination
- Final selection based on Computer-Based Examination marks
- No marks for PE&MT (qualifying only)
- No marks for Medical Examination (qualifying only)
- Category-wise merit lists prepared separately
Salary and Benefits
Pay Structure
| Component | Amount |
| Pay Level | Level-3 |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Basic Pay (Starting) | ₹21,700 per month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | ₹6,076 (approx.) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹5,208 (approx.) |
| Transport Allowance (TA) | ₹4,212 (approx.) |
| Ration Pay | ₹3,636 (approx.) |
| Gross Salary | ₹40,823 per month |
| In-Hand Salary | ₹37,000-₹38,000 (approx.) |
Additional Benefits
- Leave Fare Concession: Annual travel allowance
- Medical Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Pension: Government pension scheme
- Accommodation: Subject to availability
- Job Security: Permanent government position
- Career Growth: Promotions to higher ranks
- Uniforms: Provided by department
- Special Allowances: Duty-specific benefits
Examination Centers
Available Centers by Region
Delhi NCR Region: Delhi NCR
Northern Region:
- Rajasthan: Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Sikar, Udaipur
- Uttarakhand: Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee
North-Western Region:
- Punjab: Amritsar, Jalandhar, Patiala, Ludhiana
- Haryana: Chandigarh
- Himachal Pradesh: Hamirpur, Shimla
- J&K/Ladakh: Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Samba
Central Region:
- Uttar Pradesh: Agra, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Prayagraj, Varanasi
- Bihar: Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Gaya
Eastern, Southern, Western Regions: Multiple centers available across all states
Important Notes:
- Choose 3 centers in order of preference
- No change of center after submission
- SSC reserves right to add/cancel centers
- Candidates may be diverted to other centers
Important Documents Required
At PE&MT/Document Verification Stage
Essential Certificates:
- Matriculation/10th Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- 10+2/Senior Secondary Certificate
- Driving License (for male candidates – LMV)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in prescribed format
- Hill Area Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Sports Certificate (if claiming relaxation)
- NCC Certificate (if claiming bonus marks)
- RRU Degree Certificate (if claiming bonus marks)
- Ward Certificate (if son/daughter of Delhi Police personnel)
- Photo ID Proof (original)
- Recent passport-size photographs (2 copies)
Format of Certificates:
- Must be in prescribed format (provided in notification annexures)
- Issued by competent authority only
- Valid as on crucial date (October 21, 2025)
Practical Preparation Tips
Study Strategy for CBE
General Knowledge/Current Affairs (50 marks):
- Read newspapers daily for 6 months before exam
- Focus on current events, sports, awards
- Study Indian history, geography, polity basics
- Practice 50-question mock tests regularly
Reasoning (25 marks):
- Practice visual and non-verbal reasoning daily
- Solve coding-decoding and series questions
- Work on pattern recognition skills
- Time yourself – aim for 20 minutes
Numerical Ability (15 marks):
- Strengthen basics of arithmetic
- Learn shortcut methods for calculations
- Practice percentage, ratio, profit-loss
- Target completion in 12-15 minutes
Computer Fundamentals (10 marks):
- Learn MS Word and Excel basics
- Understand internet and email concepts
- Practice questions on computer awareness
- Allocate 8-10 minutes
Physical Training Preparation
For Male Candidates:
- Start running practice 3 months before
- Build stamina for 1600m in 6 minutes
- Practice long jump and high jump techniques
- Focus on chest expansion exercises
For Female Candidates:
- Progressive running training program
- Target 1600m completion in 8 minutes
- Regular jumping practice
- Maintain required height standards
Mock Test Strategy
- Take at least 30 full-length mock tests
- Analyze mistakes after each test
- Track improvement in speed and accuracy
- Simulate actual exam conditions
- Practice with negative marking
Actionable Next Steps for Students
Immediate Actions (This Week)
- Download Official Notification: Read complete notification from ssc.gov.in
- Check Eligibility: Verify age, qualification, and category
- Arrange Documents: Collect 10th certificate, 12th certificate, driving license
- Complete OTR: Register on new SSC website immediately
- Fill Application: Submit application form with correct details
Short-Term Goals (Next 2 Weeks)
- Verify Application: Check application status and receipt
- Start Preparation: Begin systematic study of all four sections
- Join Test Series: Enroll in quality mock test programs
- Physical Training: Start running and fitness routine
- Current Affairs: Read newspapers and GK magazines daily
Medium-Term Strategy (Till December 2025)
- Complete Syllabus: Cover all topics of all sections
- Regular Practice: Solve 50+ mock tests
- Physical Fitness: Achieve PE&MT standards
- Revision: Multiple revisions of important topics
- Speed Building: Improve solving speed and accuracy
Long-Term Preparation (Till Exam Day)
- Final Revision: Quick revision of all topics
- Mock Tests: Daily full-length tests in last month
- Health Maintenance: Proper diet, sleep, and exercise
- Document Preparation: Keep all certificates ready
- Confidence Building: Stay positive and motivated
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can candidates from any state apply for Delhi Police Constable 2025?
Answer: Yes, candidates from all parts of India are eligible to apply for this recruitment. There is no domicile restriction.
Q2: Is there a driving license requirement for female candidates?
Answer: No, driving license is mandatory only for male candidates. Female candidates do not need a driving license.
Q3: What if I don’t have an Aadhaar card?
Answer: Aadhaar authentication is optional. You can register without Aadhaar by uploading required documents like Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License, etc.
Q4: Can I apply if I’m appearing for 10+2 exam?
Answer: No, you must have completed 10+2 by October 21, 2025. Appearing candidates are not eligible.
Q5: What happens if I fail in one event of PE&MT?
Answer: Failure in any single event (Race, Long Jump, High Jump, or Physical Measurement) leads to disqualification. All events must be cleared.
Q6: Is the exam conducted offline or online?
Answer: The exam is Computer-Based (online). PE&MT is physical, and conducted offline by Delhi Police.
Q7: Can I change my exam center after submission?
Answer: No, no change of center is allowed after submission. Choose carefully during application.
Q8: How many times can I attempt Delhi Police Constable exam?
Answer: There is no restriction on number of attempts as long as you meet age and eligibility criteria.
Q9: Will there be an interview after the written exam?
Answer: No, there is no interview. Selection is based on CBE marks, PE&MT (qualifying), and Medical Examination.
Q10: What is the job location after selection?
Answer: Selected candidates will be posted in Delhi Police only, at various police stations and units across Delhi NCR.