The Maharashtra State Police Department is conducting a massive recruitment drive to fill 17,471 vacancies for various positions including Police Constable, SRPF Constable, and Police Constable Driver. The application process for these positions begins on March 5th, 2024, and concludes on March 31st, 2024.
Application Process
Interested candidates must apply online through the official website of the Maharashtra State Police Department: policerecruitment2024.mahait.org. Notification details regarding vacancies have been uploaded to the Maharashtra Police’s Unit Websites as well.
Vacancy Details
| Position | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Police Constable | 10,300 |
| SRPF Constable | 4,800 |
| Police Constable Driver | 1,900 |
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates are advised to thoroughly read the detailed notification available on the website, which outlines the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, and selection process.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have completed their higher secondary school certificate examination (Class 12) or its equivalent to be eligible for the Police Constable and Police Constable Driver positions.
Age Limit
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General | 18 years | 28 years |
| Backward Class | 18 years | 33 years |
| Disabled Person | 18 years | 45 years |
| Ex-Army Man | 18 years | 03 years more than the period of military service |
| Orphan | 18 years | 28 years |
| Earthquake Victims | 18 years | 45 years |
| Part-time Employer | 18 years | 55 years |
| Players | 18 years | General – 33 years, Backward Class – 38 years |
| Female | 18 years | General – 28 years, Backward Class – 33 years |
| Police Child | 18 years | General – 28 years, Backward Class – 33 years |
| Homeguard | 18 years | General – 28 years, Backward Class – 33 years |
| Dependent | 18 years | General – 31 years, Backward Class – 34 years (Son, Daughter, or Wife of Ex-servicemen) |
Application Fee
The application fee for Open Category candidates is Rs. 450, while for Backward Class candidates, it is Rs. 350.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of three main stages:
- Physical Exam: This stage includes the Physical Standard Test (PST) and the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
- Written Exam: This assesses the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of relevant subjects.
- Skill Test (For Driver Positions): A practical assessment of driving skills under various conditions.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the Maharashtra State Police Department or the District Police Website.
- Navigate to the police recruitment section.
- Click on the link related to the Police Constable Recruitment 2024.
- Click on the “Apply online” link.
- Fill in all the required information.
- Review your application carefully after filling in all the details and uploading the necessary documents.
- Submit the application and download it for future reference.
For more information, visit:
- Official Website: www.mahapolice.gov.in
- Notification Download: Download Here
- Apply Online: Click Here to apply