GPRB PSI & Constable Recruitment 2025–26: Notification, Eligibility, Syllabus & Apply Online

The Gujarat Police Recruitment Board (GPRB) has released the much-awaited PSI & Constable Recruitment 2025–26, opening 13,591 vacancies for the Police Sub Inspector (PSI) and Lokrakshak (Constable) cadres. This recruitment drive includes positions such as Armed PSI, Armed Constable, SRPF Constable, Jail Sepoy and more making it one of Gujarat’s biggest police recruitments in recent years.

Applications are accepted online only, and the window is open from 3 December 2025 to 23 December 2025.

This blog covers eligibility, age limits, physical standards, selection process, exam pattern, fees, and application steps in a clean and easy-to-read format.

Overview of GPRB Recruitment 2025–26

• Organization: Gujarat Police Recruitment Board (GPRB)
  
• Total Vacancies: 13,591
  
• Posts: PSI, Armed PSI (Platoon Commander), Armed Constable, SRPF Constable, Jail Sepoy (Male/Female)
  
• Application Mode: Online
  
• Job Location: Gujarat
  
• Selection Process: Physical Test → Written Exam → Document Verification → Medical

• Advertisement No.:– GPRB/202526/1

Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

The recruitment includes vacancies for:

• Armed Police Sub Inspector (Male/Female)
  
• Armed PSI (Platoon Commander)
  
• Jailor Group-2
  
• Armed Police Constable
  
• SRPF Constable
  
• Jail Sepoy (Male/Female)

Additionally, 10% of vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen as per government rules.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility varies between PSI and Constable cadres:

1. PSI Recruitment 2025–26 Eligibility

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.

Age Limit

• Maximum 35 years for General category candidates.
  
• Upper age relaxation:
  
  • Women (General): +5 years
    
  • Reserved Category (Men): +5 years
    
  • Reserved Category (Women): +10 years
    
  • Ex-Servicemen: Service years + 3 years
    
  • Sportspersons: +5 years

Other Requirements

• Basic computer knowledge.
  
• Adequate knowledge of Gujarati and/or Hindi.
  

2. Constable (Lokrakshak) Recruitment 2025–26 Eligibility

Educational Qualification

• 12th Pass (HSC) or equivalent.

Age Limit

• 18 to 33 years for General category.
  
• Additional relaxations for women, SEBC, SC/ST, EWS, and Ex-Servicemen.
  

Physical Standards (Required)

For Male Candidates

For Female Candidates

Note: Candidates with knock-knee, flat foot, squint eye, colour blindness, etc., will be disqualified during the medical test.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

This test is qualifying only:

• Male: 5000 meters in 25 minutes
  
• Female: 1600 meters in 9 min 30 sec
  
• Ex-Servicemen: 2400 meters in 12 min 30 sec

Clearing PET is mandatory for advancing to the next stage.

Selection Process

The recruitment involves:

1. Physical Test (PET & PST qualifying)
   
2. Written Examination
   
3. Document Verification
   
4. Medical Examination

PSI Exam Pattern 2025–26

After the physical test, PSI candidates appear for the Main Exam consisting of two papers.

Paper 1: General Studies (MCQ) – 200 Marks

Divided into Part A and Part B with negative marking (–0.25).

Part A – Reasoning & Quantitative Skills

• Reasoning & Data Interpretation – 50 marks
  
• Quantitative Aptitude – 50 marks

Part B – General Knowledge

• Constitution & Public Administration – 25 marks
  
• History, Geography, Culture – 25 marks
  
• Current Affairs, GK – 25 marks
  
• Environment, Science & Economics – 25 marks

Minimum qualifying marks: 40% in each part.

Paper 2: Gujarati & English (Descriptive) – 100 Marks

Includes:

• Gujarati Essay
  
• Precis Writing (Gujarati & English)
  
• Comprehension
  
• Report Writing
  
• Letter Writing
  
• Translation (Gujarati → English)

Minimum qualifying marks: 40%.

Constable (LRD) Exam Pattern 2025–26

Candidates who clear the physical test will face an MCQ-based written exam, covering:

• General Knowledge
  
• Gujarati Language
  
• Current Affairs
  
• Reasoning & Numerical Ability

Application Fees

Payment is online only through UPI, RuPay, credit card, debit card, net banking, etc.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 3 December 2025 (2:00 PM)
  
• Last Date to Apply: 23 December 2025 (11:59 PM)
  
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 26 December 2025

PET, Written Exam, and DV dates will be announced separately.

How to Apply for GPRB PSI & Constable Recruitment 2025

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the OJAS portal.
   
2. Select the required cadre: PSI, Lokrakshak, or Both.
   
3. Fill in personal & educational information.
   
4. Upload photo and signature (max 15 KB each, JPG).
   
5. Confirm the application form.
   
6. Pay the fee (if applicable).
   
7. Download and save the confirmation print for future use.

Final Thoughts

The GPRB PSI & Constable Recruitment 2025–26 is a major opportunity for aspirants seeking a secure and respected career in the Gujarat Police. With a structured selection process, clear eligibility criteria, and a large number of vacancies, it is an ideal chance for eligible candidates to join the state police force.

If you’re preparing for PSI or LRD, start early, focus on physical fitness and syllabus-specific preparation, and keep all required documents ready before applying.

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