Government jobs in Puducherry
Eligibility, age limits and category relaxation for Puducherry government recruitment to police constable. Students from Puducherry can also apply for 48 central government exams.
Before you apply
Teacher posts use CTET.
Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS usually apply only to Puducherry residents.
Puducherry government exams
Puducherry Police
Puducherry Police Constable
- Qualification
- Class 12
- Age (General)
- 18–22 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
Must be a Puducherry resident.
Official website: police.py.gov.in
Central government jobs for Puducherry students
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Frequently asked questions
What qualification do I need for Puducherry Police Constable?
Class 12 pass, with an age limit of 18 to 22 years for General candidates. Must be a Puducherry resident. Physical standards and a running test also apply.
Can candidates from other states apply for Puducherry government jobs?
Usually yes for General posts. Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS normally apply only to Puducherry residents; candidates from other states are treated as General. Teacher posts use CTET.
Other states
Rules checked against the latest notifications in October 2026. Exam bodies change age limits and cut-off dates each cycle, so always confirm in the official notification before you apply.