Overview
Delhi Police Constable recruits Constable (Executive) personnel — both male and female — for law-and-order, patrolling and public-safety duties across Delhi Police districts, conducted by the Staff Selection Commission on behalf of Delhi Police. The 2026 cycle advertised 7,565 vacancies (5,069 male and 2,496 female). Selection runs through a single Computer-Based Test covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability and Computer Fundamentals, followed by a Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT) and document verification — with General Awareness alone accounting for roughly half the total marks, making it the single highest-leverage section to prepare.
What's New in the 2026 Cycle
What changed in the 2026 cycle
- 7,565 total vacancies for the 2026 cycle — 5,069 for male and 2,496 for female candidates.
- General Awareness carries roughly 50% weightage of the total 100 marks — the highest-leverage section by far.
- PE&MT standards (race timing, long jump, high jump) vary by age bracket — up to 30, 30–40, and above 40 years each have distinct qualifying standards.
- Exam is conducted bilingually in Hindi and English, except for the English-comprehension-specific portions of language testing.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18–25 years as on 1 July 2026 (relaxation per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ex-servicemen) |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised Board |
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (General/OBC/EWS male candidates). Women and SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted. |
Delhi Police Constable Exam Pattern
The Delhi Police Constable selection process runs through cbt + pe&mt + dv. Each stage has its own timing, marking scheme and qualifying rules, detailed below.
Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness/Current Affairs | 50 | 50 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Numerical Ability | 15 | 15 |
| Computer Fundamentals | 10 | 10 |
Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE&MT)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Race, Long Jump, High Jump, Height/Chest measurement | — | Qualifying |
Delhi Police Constable Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus
Below is the complete topic-wise Delhi Police Constable syllabus for every subject tested across all stages, with a short note on what each section actually rewards — use this to build a section-wise study plan rather than relying on generic topic summaries.
General Awareness/Current Affairs
Carries roughly half the total marks — by far the single most important section to prioritise in your preparation.
- Current affairs — national & international, last 6–12 months
- India and its neighbouring countries
- Indian history & culture
- Indian geography — physical, social, economic
- Indian polity, Constitution & general polity
- Indian economy & government schemes
- General science — everyday scientific observation & experience
- Sports, awards & honours, books & authors, important days
Reasoning
Pattern-based and highly practisable — regular timed drills yield fast, reliable improvement.
- Analogies, similarities & differences
- Spatial visualisation & spatial orientation
- Visual memory & discrimination
- Observation & relationship concepts
- Arithmetical reasoning & figural classification
- Arithmetic number series & non-verbal series
- Coding-decoding
Numerical Ability
Foundational-level questions — speed and accuracy on basics matter more than advanced topics.
- Number systems, computation of whole numbers, decimals & fractions
- Relationship between numbers
- Fundamental arithmetical operations
- Percentage, ratio & proportion, averages
- Interest, profit & loss, discount
- Mensuration
- Time & distance, ratio & time, time & work
Computer Fundamentals
A smaller-weightage section, but usually the quickest to fully master with basic revision.
- Computer basics & organisation
- Software, operating systems, MS Office
- Computer networks & the internet
- Input/output devices & storage devices
- OSI model basics
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE).
- Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE&MT) — race, long jump, high jump, and physical measurements.
- Document Verification.
- Final merit list based on CBE marks, subject to clearing PE&MT.
Salary & Job Profile
Delhi Police Constable posts fall under Pay Level 3 of the 7th CPC matrix (₹21,700–₹69,100 pay band), plus Dearness Allowance, HRA, Transport Allowance and other force-specific allowances.
Best Books for Delhi Police Constable Preparation
- Lucent's General Knowledge
- A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning — R.S. Aggarwal
- Fast Track Objective Arithmetic — Rajesh Verma (Arihant)
- Delhi Police Constable Previous Year Papers — various publishers
Previous Cut-off Trends
Approximate — always verify officially
Delhi Police Constable CBE cut-offs vary by gender and category each cycle, shifting with paper difficulty and the male/female vacancy split. Always check the official cut-off release specific to your category and gender rather than relying on prior-year figures as a fixed target.
Preparation Tips
- Since General Awareness alone carries roughly half the total marks, prioritise it disproportionately over the other three sections.
- Build a daily current-affairs habit months in advance rather than cramming — this section's scope is too broad for last-minute revision.
- Practise Reasoning and Numerical Ability under strict timing, since negative marking punishes guesswork.
- Begin physical training in parallel with CBE preparation, not after the result — PE&MT standards are non-negotiable and take months to build.
Exam Day Guidelines
- Carry the Document Checker and a valid original photo ID to the exam centre.
- Reach the venue at least an hour before reporting time for biometric and document checks.
- No electronic devices or written material are permitted inside the exam hall.
- Start PE&MT training (timed 1600m race, long jump, high jump) according to your age-bracket standard well before the physical test date.
Frequently Asked Questions
7,565 vacancies were announced — 5,069 for male candidates and 2,496 for female candidates.
General Awareness/Current Affairs carries 50 out of the total 100 marks — by far the largest single section.
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
Yes, race timing, long jump and high jump requirements differ across three age brackets — up to 30 years, 30–40 years, and above 40 years.
Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised Board.
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Back to Syllabus Hub — browse all government exam syllabus pagesSyllabus content on this page is compiled and reviewed against the official Staff Selection Commission (on behalf of Delhi Police) notification as of 16 Jul 2026. Exam patterns, vacancies, salary figures and cut-offs are subject to change — always cross-check with the official notification at ssc.gov.in / delhipolice.gov.in before applying.