Punjab Police Constable Physical Test 2026: Height, Measurements, Running Test and 6-Week Plan

Quick answer: Recent Punjab Police Constable advertisements asked for a minimum height of 5 feet 7 inches for men and 5 feet 2 inches for women, with Matric as the qualification. Candidates must pass the physical measurement and a timed running test before the written test. The exact distance, time and any chest requirement are printed in your advertisement, so read it first.

Every year many candidates prepare well for the written test but are rejected on the first day because of height, measurements or the race. This guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

Physical standards (measurements)

Standard	Male	Female
Minimum height	5 feet 7 inches	5 feet 2 inches
Qualification	Matric	Matric

• Chest: male candidates are usually measured for chest as well. Check the exact figure in your advertisement.
• Height relaxation: some advertisements give a small relaxation for certain areas or groups. It is only allowed if your advertisement says so.
• Other categories: Lady Constable and Driver Constable posts can have their own standards, so read the section for your post.

The running test

The physical test is a timed race: a longer distance for men and a shorter one for women. The distance, the time limit and the number of chances are given in the advertisement and on your test call letter. These details have changed between recruitment drives, so don't rely on old numbers from social media.

Most candidates who fail the race are not unfit; they simply start practising too late.

6-week preparation plan

Week	Running	Strength
1	Walk-jog 20 minutes daily	10 push-ups, 15 squats, 2 rounds
2	Jog 1 km without stopping, 5 days	3 rounds of the above
3	Run 1.5 km; add 6 x 100 m sprints twice a week