A major opportunity for job seekers in Gujarat has arrived as the Gujarat Police Recruitment Board (GPRB) is set to launch its massive 2025 recruitment drive. According to widespread media reports, the online registration process is scheduled to commence today, December 3, 2025. This recruitment aims to fill a substantial 13,591 vacancies across various police cadres, marking one of the largest such exercises in the state in recent years.
Vacancy Breakdown and Key Positions
The recruitment drive encompasses a wide range of positions, catering to different educational and physical qualifications. The total vacancies are distributed between higher-ranking posts and constabulary roles. Specifically, 858 posts are reserved for the positions of Police Sub-Inspector (PSI) and Jailer. The bulk of the recruitment, comprising 12,733 positions, is for roles such as Lokrakshak, Constable (Armed and Unarmed), SRPF Constable, and Jail Sepoy. This large-scale hiring underscores the growing demand for security personnel in the state.
While the official detailed notification in PDF format is yet to be published on the GPRB's official website, a short notification circulated in media outlines the preliminary framework. Aspirants are strongly advised to wait for the official notification but can prepare by understanding the expected criteria.
Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
Prospective candidates must meticulously check the eligibility norms for their desired post to avoid disqualification later. The educational and age requirements vary significantly.
For the prestigious PSI and Jailer posts, applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree and fall within the 21 to 35 years age bracket. For constabulary positions like Lokrakshak, Constable, and Jail Sepoy, the minimum educational qualification is passing the 12th standard (HSC), and the age limit is 18 to 33 years.
In addition to these, all candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards, which include minimum height and chest measurements for male candidates and specific height and weight requirements for female candidates. The government-mandated age relaxation will be applicable for candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, and other reserved categories.
Steps to Apply Online
Once the application window opens, candidates are expected to apply exclusively through the OJAS Gujarat portal. The process will involve several key steps:
- Visit the official OJAS Gujarat website to find and access the Gujarat Police Recruitment 2025 application form.
- Complete the online registration by accurately filling in all required details in the form.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100. Candidates from SC, ST, SEBC categories, all women, and ex-servicemen are exempted from paying this fee.
- Keep scanned copies of necessary documents ready, including educational certificates, proof of date of birth, caste/category certificate, and a recent photograph.
- Review the entire application carefully before final submission.
Selection Process: PST, PET, and Written Exam
The selection for Gujarat Police Recruitment 2025 will be a multi-stage process designed to assess both physical prowess and academic knowledge. The first hurdle will be the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). These tests are qualifying in nature; candidates must clear them to proceed to the next stage.
The core of the selection will be a written examination, the pattern of which differs for PSI and Constable-level posts. For PSI candidates, the exam is likely to consist of both objective and descriptive papers, carrying a total of 300 marks.
For Constable, Lokrakshak, and similar posts, the written test will be a 200-mark objective-type (MCQ) paper with 200 questions. Importantly, this test will have a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer, so accuracy will be crucial.
Candidates who successfully clear the written exam will be called for document verification. Some posts may also involve a personal interview as a final step in the selection process.
With registration starting imminently, aspirants are urged to gather all their documents, ensure they meet the physical and educational criteria, and keep a close watch on the OJAS Gujarat portal for the official notification and application link. This recruitment drive presents a significant career opportunity for thousands of youth in Gujarat aiming to serve in the state's police force.
