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Amendment to the Recruitment of Police Personnel

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Amendment to the Recruitment of Police Personnel administered by NPCC Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NPCC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-01-21 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Amendment to the Recruitment of Police Personnel?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-01-21. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NPCC Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain npcc.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Perform One-Time Registration on the official NPCC recruitment portal by entering basic personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate a unique Registration ID.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, post preferences, and physical measurements as per the amended guidelines.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of the candidate's photograph, signature, caste certificate, and educational transcripts conforming strictly to the specified file size and format requirements.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and await the release of the e-Admit Card on the portal prior to the scheduled examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Amendment to the Recruitment of Police Personnel is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and English Comprehension.
Stage 2: Physical Efficiency & Measurement Test (PE&MT)	Qualifying, No Marks	Height, Chest expansion, High Jump, Long Jump, and 1600m Run within specified time limits.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Exam	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original certificates, medical fitness standards, vision acuity, and absence of color blindness.
Stage 4: Final Merit List Compilation	Based on Stage 1 Marks	Calculation of final scores incorporating category-wise cutoffs, reservation quotas, and tie-breaking criteria.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), the amended Police Personnel cadre is positioned at Pay Level 6, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 35,400 per month. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 18,762), the compensation package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated based on city classification: Class X (30% or Rs. 10,620), Class Y (20% or Rs. 7,080), and Class Z (10% or Rs. 3,540). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X posting stands at approximately Rs. 70,290. After mandatory deductions of 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) and Professional Tax, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary is approximately Rs. 64,000, making it a highly lucrative career path.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the statutory directives issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, the recruitment enforces a strict reservation policy. It provides a 10% vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, all female candidates and applicants belonging to SC/ST/PwBD categories are fully exempted from the payment of application fees, promoting gender diversity and social inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Amendment to the Recruitment of Pol

How are the category-wise cutoff marks determined for the CBT stage?

Cutoffs are calculated dynamically based on vacancy numbers, exam difficulty, and overall candidate performance.

Will there be normalization of marks across multi-shift examinations?

Yes, the NPCC Authority utilizes the standard equipercentile normalization method to ensure equity across multiple shifts.

Is there a mandatory service bond or training cost recovery agreement?

Selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve for a minimum of 3 years or refund training costs.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period for new recruits?

Recruits undergo a 2-year probation period, including rigorous basic training, subject to performance evaluation.

Is there any negative marking in the Computer Based Test?

Yes, a penalty of 0.25 marks is deducted for every incorrect answer in the CBT stage.

Where will the selected police personnel be primarily posted?

Initial postings are across various NPCC project sites and regional offices pan-India, subject to administrative requirements.