Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Maharashtra to Recruit 15,000 Constables to Bolster Police Force
The Maharashtra government is hiring 15,000 new police officers to help with the workload and make the state safer.
They're looking for regular constables, drivers, and others in the police band and prisons.
People who were too old to apply in the last couple of years can now apply.
The hiring process will involve tests and physical exams.
The government hopes this will make the police force stronger and improve how quickly they can respond to issues.
Maharashtra government approved recruitment of 15,000 constables.
The recruitment includes police constables, drivers, band constables, and prison constables.
Selection involves written exams, physical tests, and document verification.
Candidates over the age limit in 2022 and 2023 can apply.
The move aims to reduce workload and enhance public safety.
- Who
- Maharashtra government
- What
- Maharashtra government approved the recruitment of approximately 15,000 police personnel.
- When
- The decision was finalized on Tuesday during a cabinet meeting.
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- To ease workload, bolster law enforcement, and improve public safety.
- Police Recruitment
- Approximately 15,000 posts
- Posts Included
- Constables, drivers, band constables, and prison constables
- Selection Process
- OMR-based written exam, physical tests, and document verification
- Eligible Candidates
- Those exceeding age limit in 2022 and 2023
- Recruitment Authority
- District level
Sources
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