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Key Facts: Punjab Police Constable Exam

100

Paper 1 Questions

Punjab Police Recruitment Board

2 hours

Paper 1 Time Limit

Punjab Police Recruitment Board

₹1,200

General Application Fee

Punjab Police Recruitment Board 2026

None

Negative Marking

No negative marking on CBT

50%

Paper 2 Qualifying Mark

Mandatory Punjabi Test

5' 7"

Male Min Height

Physical standard requirement

The Punjab Police Constable exam has a 100-question Paper 1 (2 hours, merit-based) and a 50-question Paper 2 (1 hour, qualifying Punjabi test). The exam covers General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Mental Ability, English, Punjabi, and Digital Literacy. There is no negative marking in Paper 1. Candidates must also pass physical standard checks and physical running/jumping screening tests to qualify.

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1Which article of the Indian Constitution outlines the Fundamental Duties of the citizens of India?
A.Article 51A
B.Article 21A
C.Article 32
D.Article 44
Explanation: Article 51A of the Indian Constitution contains the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens. These duties were incorporated via the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1976 on the recommendation of the Swaran Singh Committee. Originally containing 10 duties, the list was expanded to 11 by the 86th Amendment Act in 2002.
2Which of the following rivers is also known as the 'Sorrow of Punjab' due to its seasonal flooding?
A.Sutlej
B.Ravi
C.Beas
D.Ghaggar
Explanation: The Ghaggar river is an intermittent, seasonal river that flows during monsoon rains and is often called the 'Sorrow of Punjab' because of the severe flooding it causes in the southern districts of Punjab (like Patiala and Sangrur) and Haryana.
3Who was the founder of the Sikh Empire (Sikh Raj) and ruled from Lahore in the early 19th century?
A.Maharaja Ranjit Singh
B.Maharaja Kharak Singh
C.Maharaja Duleep Singh
D.Hari Singh Nalwa
Explanation: Maharaja Ranjit Singh (Sher-e-Punjab) unified the various Sikh Misls to establish the sovereign Sikh Empire in 1799. He was crowned Maharaja in 1801 and established Lahore as his capital, creating a secular and powerful kingdom in the Punjab region.
4Who is the executive head of a State in India, as per the Indian Constitution?
A.The Chief Minister
B.The Governor
C.The Chief Justice of the High Court
D.The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly
Explanation: Article 154 of the Constitution vests the executive power of the State in the Governor. The Governor is the constitutional and nominal head of the state executive, while the Chief Minister is the real executive head.
5Which Punjabi festival is celebrated to mark the harvesting of rabi crops and the founding of the Khalsa Panth?
A.Lohri
B.Baisakhi
C.Teeyan
D.Basant Panchami
Explanation: Baisakhi (Vaisakhi) is celebrated in mid-April. It marks the ripening of the Rabi harvest and holds immense historical significance for Sikhs as Guru Gobind Singh created the Khalsa Panth on this day in 1699.
6What is the primary unit of electric current in the International System of Units (SI)?
A.Volt
B.Ampere
C.Ohm
D.Watt
Explanation: The Ampere (symbol: A) is the base SI unit of electric current. It measures the rate of flow of electric charge across a cross-section of a conductor.
7Which freedom fighter from Punjab was associated with the Jallianwala Bagh incident revenge and shot Michael O'Dwyer in London?
A.Bhagat Singh
B.Udham Singh
C.Kartar Singh Sarabha
D.Lala Lajpat Rai
Explanation: Sardar Udham Singh shot Michael O'Dwyer (who was the Lieutenant Governor of Punjab during the Jallianwala Bagh massacre) in Caxton Hall, London, on March 13, 1940, as revenge for the massacre.
8Which amendment to the Indian Constitution gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions?
A.73rd Amendment Act
B.74th Amendment Act
C.42nd Amendment Act
D.44th Amendment Act
Explanation: The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 inserted Part IX into the Constitution and added the 11th Schedule, establishing a uniform three-tier Panchayati Raj system for rural local self-governance.
9What is the official state animal of Punjab?
A.Royal Bengal Tiger
B.Blackbuck
C.Indian Elephant
D.One-horned Rhinoceros
Explanation: The Blackbuck (Kala Hiran) is the official state animal of Punjab. It is an antelope species native to India and is protected under the Wildlife Protection Act.
10What is the chemical formula for common household table salt?
A.NaCl
B.NaHCO3
C.Na2CO3
D.HCl
Explanation: Sodium Chloride (NaCl) is the chemical term for common table salt, formed by ionic bonding of one sodium atom and one chlorine atom.

About the Punjab Police Constable Exam

The Punjab Police Constable Recruitment Examination is a state-level selection process conducted to recruit constables in the District and Armed Cadres of Punjab Police. The selection process consists of three stages: Stage I (Computer-Based Test featuring Paper 1 and Paper 2), Stage II (Physical Measurement Test and Physical Screening Test), and Stage III (Document Scrutiny). Paper 1 consists of 100 MCQs that determine the final merit list, while Paper 2 is a mandatory qualifying test of Punjabi language at the matriculation level.

Assessment

100 multiple-choice questions (Paper 1, 120 minutes) + 50 qualifying questions (Paper 2, 60 minutes)

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

40% (General), 35% (Reserved Categories) on Paper 1

Exam Fee

₹1,200 (General) (Punjab Police Recruitment Board)

Punjab Police Constable Exam Content Outline

35%

General Awareness

Indian Constitution, legislature, executive, judiciary, and local government; History, Geography, Culture, and Economy of Punjab; Basics of Science & Technology; and Current Affairs.

20%

Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Skills

Basic arithmetic calculations including Simplification, Average, Decimals and Fractions, Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest, Time and Work, and Data Interpretation.

20%

Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning

Alphanumeric series, linear and circular sequencing, coding-decoding, direction sense, blood relations, and pattern completion puzzles.

10%

English Language Skills

English grammar, reading comprehension, vocabulary, synonyms, antonyms, sentence correction, and spelling correction.

10%

Punjabi Language Skills

Punjabi grammar, vocabulary, English-to-Punjabi translation, local idioms & phrases (Akhan/Muhavare), sentence and spelling correction.

5%

Digital Literacy & Awareness

Computer hardware, operating systems, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet, emails, web search, social media platforms, and basic cyber security concepts.

How to Pass the Punjab Police Constable Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 40% (General), 35% (Reserved Categories) on Paper 1
  • Assessment: 100 multiple-choice questions (Paper 1, 120 minutes) + 50 qualifying questions (Paper 2, 60 minutes)
  • Time limit: 2 hours
  • Exam fee: ₹1,200 (General)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

Punjab Police Constable Study Tips from Top Performers

1Prioritize General Awareness as it carries the highest weightage (35 marks), focusing particularly on the polity, history, and geography of Punjab.
2Since there is no negative marking, practice answering all questions, and learn smart elimination techniques.
3Ensure you prepare well for the Punjabi Language Skills (10 marks in Paper 1 and 50 marks in qualifying Paper 2), as failing Paper 2 disqualifies you immediately.
4Practice basic calculations daily to solve Quantitative Aptitude questions faster, focusing on profit and loss, averages, and ratios.
5In corporate physical fitness prep alongside written exam preparation; do not wait for the written results to start training for the 1600m/800m run and jumps.
6Study MS Office shortcuts, emails, and internet protocols to secure full marks in the Digital Literacy section.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam pattern for the Punjab Police Constable exam?

The Computer-Based Test consists of two papers. Paper 1 contains 100 questions (General Awareness, Quant, Reasoning, English, Punjabi, and Digital Literacy) to be completed in 2 hours. Marks in Paper 1 determine the merit list. Paper 2 is a mandatory qualifying Punjabi language test containing 50 questions to be completed in 1 hour; candidates must secure at least 50% to pass.

Is there any negative marking in the Punjab Police Constable exam?

No, there is no negative marking for incorrect or unanswered questions in either Paper 1 or Paper 2.

What are the minimum passing marks for Paper 1?

Candidates belonging to the General category must secure a minimum of 40% marks to qualify. Candidates from reserved categories (SC, ST, BC, EWS, ESM) must secure a minimum of 35% marks.

What is the educational qualification required for the Punjab Police Constable?

Candidates must have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or its equivalent from a recognized board. Additionally, passing Punjabi as a subject in the Matriculation (10th) examination is mandatory.

What are the physical standards required for selection?

Male candidates must have a minimum height of 5 feet 7 inches (170.2 cm). Female candidates must have a minimum height of 5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm). Candidates must also clear physical tasks such as a 1600m run (males), 800m run (females), long jump, and high jump.

What is the application fee for the Punjab Police Constable exam?

For the General category, the total fee is ₹1,200 (₹550 application fee + ₹650 examination fee). For SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates, the total fee is ₹700. For Ex-Servicemen of Punjab, the total fee is ₹500.