Manipur Police Constable and Riflemen Recruitment 2026: Manipur Police Department has officially released notification No. E/31/ORGN/2007-PHQ dated 17 October 2026 inviting offline applications from eligible Ex-Agniveers of Manipur state for direct recruitment to 423 posts. The vacancies comprise 337 posts of Police Constable (Male/Civil) and 86 posts of Riflemen (MR/IRB) under the 20% horizontal reservation quota earmarked for the 1st batch of Ex-Agniveers. Eligible candidates can download the application format from the official website and submit the duly filled application form along with requisite enclosures to DIG (HQ/ADM) Manipur on or before 30 November 2026.
Manipur Police Recruitment 2026 Overview
The recruitment drive provides post-release employment opportunities for the first batch of Agniveers exiting the Armed Forces from November 2026 onwards. Below is an overview of the key recruitment highlights:
| Organization | Manipur Police Department |
|---|---|
| Notification Number | No. E/31/ORGN/2007-PHQ |
| Notice Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Post Names | Police Constable (Male/Civil) & Riflemen (MR/IRB) |
| Total Vacancies | 423 Posts |
| Application Mode | Offline Mode |
| Application Fee | Rs 400 (Online Payment in favour of DIG HQ/ADM) |
| Last Date of Submission | 30 November 2026 |
| Pay Matrix | Level-3 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Official Website | manipurpolice.gov.in |
Vacancies and Reservation
The total 423 vacancies are strictly reserved for Ex-Agniveers from Manipur state under the 20% horizontal reservation policy adopted by the Government of Manipur:
| Post Name | Category Breakdown | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male/Civil) | UR: 160, ST: 141, SC: 3 | 337 |
| Riflemen (MR/IRB) | ST: 86 | 86 |
| Total | All Categories | 423 |
Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications
Candidates applying for the posts must meet the following educational standards and criteria as specified in the recruitment notification:
- Police Constable (Male/Civil): Candidates must have passed the 10+2 / HSSLC examination from a recognized board. Desirable qualification is knowledge of Hindi.
- Riflemen (MR/IRB): Candidates must have passed Class-X / HSLC examination from a recognized board. Desirable qualification is knowledge of Hindi.
- Candidate Status: Willing and eligible Ex-Agniveers belonging to Manipur state from the 1st batch.
- Probation Period: 2 years from the date of appointment, extendable by 1 more year.
Age Limit and Relaxations
The age calculation reference date is 1 October 2026:
- Minimum Age: 18 years as on 1 October 2026.
- Maximum Age: 26 years as on 1 October 2026.
- Category Relaxations: Upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and up to 3 years for OBC candidates.
- Ex-Agniveer Special Concession: The period of service in Agniveer will be deducted from actual age. In addition, an age relaxation of 5 years beyond the prescribed upper age limit is provided to candidates of the 1st batch of Ex-Agniveers.
Physical Measurement Standards
Candidates must fulfill the minimum physical measurements specified below:
| Measurement | General Candidates | ST / SC Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 5 feet 3 inches | 5 feet 2 inches |
| Chest (Normal) | 31 inches | 31 inches |
| Chest (Expanded) | 33 inches | 33 inches |
Selection Process and Examination Scheme
The recruitment process consists of three sequential stages totaling 100 marks: Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Written Test (WT), and Viva-Voce test:
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET - 40 Marks): Qualifying in all four physical events is mandatory. Failing any single event results in immediate disqualification.
- 100 Meters Race (10 Marks): Below 13.5 seconds awards 10 marks; between 13.5 and 15 seconds awards 5 marks; above 15 seconds is disqualified.
- Broad Jump (10 Marks): Above 4.5 metres awards 10 marks; between 3.8 and 4.5 metres awards 5 marks; below 3.8 metres is disqualified.
- High Jump (10 Marks): Above 1.35 metres awards 10 marks; between 1.20 and 1.35 metres awards 5 marks; below 1.20 metres is disqualified.
- 800 Meters Race (10 Marks): Below 2 minutes and 45 seconds awards 10 marks; between 2 minutes 45 seconds and 3 minutes awards 5 marks; above 3 minutes is disqualified.
- Written Test (40 Marks):
- For Police Constable (Male/Civil): Essay writing of about 200 words on 1 out of 3 given topics in English/Manipuri/Hindi (20 marks); English test covering spelling, singular, plural, and gender (10 marks); and General Knowledge (10 marks).
- For Riflemen (MR/IRB): Dictation of 80 words in English, Manipuri, or Hindi (40 marks, each correct word carrying 1/2 mark).
- Viva-Voce (20 Marks): Conducted for candidates who qualify in both the PET and Written Examination stages.
Application Fee
All candidates must pay an application fee of Rs 400 (four hundred rupees). The fee must be paid through online mode in favour of DIG (HQ/ADM) Manipur, and the payment transaction receipt/proof must be attached with the offline application form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Offline Application Submission Starts | 17 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | 30 November 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Age Calculation | 1 October 2026 |
How to Apply for Manipur Police Recruitment 2026
Candidates must submit their application strictly via offline mode following the steps below:
- Download the prescribed application format from the official website.
- Fill out the application form by hand in neat, legible handwriting.
- Pay the application fee of Rs 400 through online mode in favour of DIG (HQ/ADM) Manipur and print the fee receipt.
- Enclose self-attested photocopies of educational certificates (10th/12th marksheets), Ex-Agniveer service certificates, and category certificates.
- Submit the complete application packet to DIG (HQ/ADM) Manipur on or before the closing date of 30 November 2026.
Important Links
| Document / Portal | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form PDF | Download Application Form |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many total vacancies are announced in Manipur Police Recruitment 2026?
A total of 423 vacancies are announced under the Ex-Agniveer recruitment drive.
What is the minimum and maximum age limit?
The candidate must be between 18 and 26 years of age as on 1 October 2026.
What is the last date to submit the application form?
The last date for submission of the application form to DIG (HQ/ADM) Manipur is 30 November 2026.
When does the application process start?
The offline application process began on 17 October 2026.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is Rs 400 payable in favour of DIG (HQ/ADM) Manipur.