The Gujarat Police Recruitment Board (GPRB) has issued an advance job alert dated 29.08.2026 announcing a direct recruitment drive for a total of 3,000 Lokrakshak (Constable) cadre posts — 1,000 Unarmed Police Constable (UPC), 1,000 Armed Police Constable (APC) and 1,000 SRPF Constable posts. Candidates who have passed Standard 12 (Higher Secondary) or an equivalent examination are eligible, and the formal advertisement is expected in September / October 2026. GPRB has also stated that a proposal to increase the number of posts is under consideration by the State Government.
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Lokrakshak Cadre — Unarmed Police Constable (UPC), Armed Police Constable (APC), SRPF Constable |
| Organization | Gujarat Police Recruitment Board (GPRB), Gandhinagar |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Not specified in notification — advance job alert dated 29.08.2026 |
| Location | Gujarat |
| Total Vacancies | 3,000 (UPC — 1,000; APC — 1,000; SRPF — 1,000); an increase is under consideration by the State Government |
| Qualification | Standard 12 pass (HSC) or an examination equivalent to Std-12 per Gujarat GAD resolution dated 15.05.2012, No. RVB-102011-U.O.190.K |
| Age Limit | Not specified in notification — will be announced in the formal advertisement |
| Selection Process | Physical (running) test → Written examination → Further stages as per advertisement |
| Pay Scale | Not specified in notification — will be announced in the formal advertisement |
| How to Apply | Applications not open yet; apply online at the OJAS portal once the advertisement is released |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | gprb.gujarat.gov.in (applications via OJAS Gujarat) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Job alert issued by GPRB | 29.08.2026 |
| Advertisement expected (application window opens) | September / October 2026 (tentative) |
| Physical test expected to begin | December 2026 / January 2027 (tentative) |
| Written examination expected | March / April 2027 (tentative) |
| Application start date | Not specified in notification — will be announced with the advertisement |
| Application last date | Not specified in notification — will be announced with the advertisement |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unarmed Police Constable (UPC) | 1,000 |
| Armed Police Constable (APC) | 1,000 |
| SRPF Constable (State Reserve Police Force) | 1,000 |
| Total | 3,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Standard 12 pass (Higher Secondary Examination), OR an examination declared equivalent to Standard 12 as per the Gujarat Government General Administration Department resolution dated 15.05.2012, No. RVB-102011-U.O.190.K |
| Age Limit | Not specified in this alert — the minimum and maximum age, the “as on” cut-off date and category-wise relaxation will be published in the formal advertisement |
| Domicile | Not specified in this alert — Lokrakshak cadre recruitment is conducted by GPRB for posts within the State of Gujarat |
| Application Restriction | Not specified in this alert — will be stated in the advertisement |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — Physical Test (Running) Expected December 2026 / January 2027 | A qualifying running test. Qualifying standards stated by GPRB: Male candidates — 5,000 metres in 25 minutes; Female candidates — 1,600 metres in 09:30 minutes; Ex-Servicemen — 2,400 metres in 12:30 minutes. Candidates who do not complete the distance within the stated time are not eligible to continue. Further physical standard (height / chest / weight) requirements have not been stated in this alert. |
| Stage 2 — Written Examination Expected March / April 2027 | A written examination for candidates who qualify the physical test. The exam pattern, subjects, total marks, duration and negative marking rules have not been stated in this alert and will be published with the formal advertisement. |
| Further stages | Not specified in this alert. Document verification and the final merit list normally follow the written examination in GPRB Lokrakshak cadre recruitment; the exact sequence will be confirmed in the advertisement. |
Running Test Qualifying Standards
| Category | Distance | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 5,000 metres | 25 minutes |
| Female | 1,600 metres | 09:30 minutes |
| Ex-Servicemen | 2,400 metres | 12:30 minutes |
Application Fee
The application fee has not been stated in this job alert. GPRB will publish the category-wise fee, the payment mode and the last date for fee payment along with the formal advertisement expected in September / October 2026.
Salary and Benefits
This alert does not state the pay scale, stipend or allowances for the Lokrakshak cadre posts. The pay details will be published in the formal advertisement, and this page will be updated once GPRB releases them.
How to Apply
Applications have not opened yet. The steps below are what candidates should do now and when the advertisement is released.
- Keep watching the official GPRB website at gprb.gujarat.gov.in for the formal advertisement, expected in September / October 2026.
- Confirm now that you meet the Standard 12 pass requirement and keep your HSC mark sheet and certificate ready.
- Start running practice immediately — the physical test is expected as early as December 2026 and the qualifying standards are already known.
- Once the advertisement is out, register and apply online through the Gujarat Government OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in within the dates stated in the advertisement.
- Pay the prescribed application fee, save the confirmation number and print a copy of the submitted application form for your records.
Note: No application link is active at present. Any website asking you to “apply now” or to pay a fee for this recruitment before GPRB publishes its advertisement should not be trusted.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Standard 12 (HSC) mark sheet and certificate | Proof of the educational qualification, or the equivalent-examination certificate |
| Passport-size photograph | Recent colour photograph; exact pixel and KB specification will be stated in the advertisement |
| Signature | Scanned signature in the format the online form specifies |
| Age proof | School leaving certificate or birth certificate |
| Category certificate (if applicable) | SC / ST / SEBC / EWS certificate in the Gujarat Government prescribed format |
| Domicile / residence proof | As required for Gujarat State recruitment |
| Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate (if applicable) | Required to claim the Ex-Servicemen running standard |
| Government-issued photo ID | Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport |
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download GPRB Lokrakshak Job Alert PDF |
| GPRB Latest Updates Page | View All GPRB Latest Updates |
| Official Website | gprb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Apply Online (when the advertisement is released) | OJAS Gujarat Portal |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not treat the September / October 2026 advertisement date, the physical test window or the written exam window as confirmed — GPRB has described all of them as expected, not fixed.
- Do not wait for the advertisement to start running practice; the physical test could begin in December 2026, which leaves only a few months of preparation time.
- Do not assume the total will stay at 3,000 posts — GPRB has said an increase is under consideration, so the final figure may be higher.
- Do not pay any fee or submit personal details to a third-party website claiming to accept applications for this recruitment; the only application route will be the official OJAS portal.
- Do not assume a diploma, ITI or other certificate automatically counts as Standard 12 — it must be an examination recognised as equivalent under the Gujarat Government resolution dated 15.05.2012.
- Do not delay collecting your category, domicile or Ex-Servicemen certificates; these take time to obtain and the application window is usually short.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many posts will be filled in the GPRB Lokrakshak Cadre Recruitment 2026-27?
A total of 3,000 posts — 1,000 Unarmed Police Constable (UPC), 1,000 Armed Police Constable (APC) and 1,000 SRPF Constable posts.
2. What is the educational qualification required?
Standard 12 pass (Higher Secondary Examination), or an examination declared equivalent to Standard 12 under the Gujarat Government GAD resolution dated 15.05.2012, No. RVB-102011-U.O.190.K.
3. When will the official advertisement be released?
GPRB expects to publish the advertisement in September / October 2026.
4. Can I apply online right now?
No — the application link is not live yet and will open only after GPRB publishes the formal advertisement.
5. What is the running standard for male candidates?
Male candidates must complete 5,000 metres within 25 minutes to qualify.
6. What is the running standard for female candidates and Ex-Servicemen?
Female candidates must complete 1,600 metres in 09:30 minutes, and Ex-Servicemen must complete 2,400 metres in 12:30 minutes.
7. When are the physical test and the written examination expected?
The physical test is expected to begin in December 2026 / January 2027 and the written examination is expected in March / April 2027.
8. Could the number of vacancies increase beyond 3,000?
Yes — GPRB has stated that a proposal to increase the number of posts is under consideration by the State Government.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
