Gujarat Police Constable (LRD) Salary 2026 – Pay Scale, In-Hand & Career Path
Gujarat Police Constable recruitment is done through the LRD (Lokrakshak Dal) process, conducted by the Lokrakshak Recruitment Board (Gujarat Police). LRD is the primary route to becoming a police constable in Gujarat. The pay is Level 3 (₹21,700 basic) under Gujarat's state pay matrix. Ahmedabad, Surat, and Vadodara postings attract X city HRA (24%), while the Vidhya Sahayak parallel (a fixed-pay probation period like the teacher scheme) may apply in some contexts. This article breaks down the exact LRD salary, eligibility, and the complete Gujarat police career structure.
👉 Head Constable Salary State Wise 2026 — next promotion step pay
Gujarat LRD Constable Pay Scale 2026
| Pay Component | Amount | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹21,700 | Level 3, Cell 1 — source: Gujarat LRD notification |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | ~₹11,935 | ~55% of basic (Gujarat Finance Dept order) |
| HRA – Ahmedabad/Surat/Vadodara | ₹5,208 | 24% of basic (X city) |
| HRA – District towns | ₹3,472 | 16% of basic (Y city) |
| HRA – Rural/Taluka posting | ₹1,736 | 8% of basic (Z city) |
| Ration Money | ~₹1,200–1,500 | Gujarat Police rules |
| NPS Deduction | -₹3,364 | 10% of Basic+DA |
| In-Hand (taluka/district posting) | ₹29,000–33,000 | Z/Y city HRA, after deductions |
| In-Hand (Ahmedabad/Surat/Vadodara) | ₹32,000–37,000 | X city HRA, after deductions |
Gujarat LRD Eligibility 2026
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Education | 12th pass from recognized board |
| Age (General) | 18–33 years (one of the most relaxed age limits) |
| Age (SEBC/OBC) | 18–36 years |
| Age (SC/ST) | 18–38 years |
| Domicile | Gujarat domicile required |
| Source | Gujarat LRD recruitment notification |
Gujarat LRD has the most generous age limit among all six states — General category gets 18–33 years, SC/ST get up to 38 years. This is a significant advantage for older candidates who were rejected by UP (22 years), Bihar (25 years), or Haryana (25 years) due to age.
Physical Standards: Gujarat LRD
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm (ST: 160 cm) | 155 cm (ST: 150 cm) |
| Chest | 79–84 cm (5 cm expansion) | Not applicable |
| Running | 1600 metres in 6 minutes 30 seconds | 800 metres in 4 minutes |
| Source | Gujarat LRD notification — physical standards section |
LRD Selection Process
- Step 1 — Written Exam: Conducted via OJAS (Online Job Application System — Gujarat government portal). General Knowledge, Gujarat GK, Reasoning, Mathematics, Gujarati Language
- Step 2 — Physical Standard Test (PST): Height, chest measurement
- Step 3 — Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Running test
- Step 4 — Medical Examination: Vision, hearing, overall fitness
- Step 5 — Document Verification: Gujarat domicile, SEBC/SC/ST certificate, education, character certificate
- Step 6 — Training: Police Training College, Junagadh or district police training centres — 9–12 months
Gujarat Police Posting: Districts and Industrial Areas
- Ahmedabad/Surat/Vadodara: Major cities — X city HRA (24%). High-activity commercial and industrial policing. Most sought-after postings.
- Surat textile belt: Unique policing context — industrial area crime, labour disputes. Active duty.
- Kutch district: India-Pakistan border area — Border Security Allowance similar to Rajasthan border districts. Remote but additional pay.
- Tribal talukas (Dang, Tapi, Narmada): TSP area postings — tribal area allowances
- Transfer: Annual Gujarat Police transfer drive — 3 years minimum; SP/DIG approval
Salary Growth Over Service Years
| Year | Basic Pay | Approx. In-Hand |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ₹21,700 | ₹29,000–33,000 |
| Year 5 | ₹24,500 | ₹33,000–37,000 |
| Year 10 | ₹28,400 | ₹38,000–42,000 |
| Year 20 | ₹38,200 | ₹51,000–55,000 |
Gujarat LRD Process — Step by Step
Gujarat Police Constable (Lokrakshak Dal) recruitment follows a specific process through the OJAS portal:
- Notification on OJAS portal (ojas.gujarat.gov.in): Apply online within the application window. Application fee: ₹100 for General, ₹0 for SC/ST (typically, per recent LRD notifications)
- Written Examination: 100 marks — Gujarat GK (50%), Reasoning (25%), General Mathematics (25%). Duration: 1 hour. Medium: Gujarati/Hindi/English
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 1600m running in 6:30 (men), separate women's standards. Chest: 79–84 cm (with 5cm expansion)
- Document Verification: 10th marksheet, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable)
- Medical Examination: Standard police medical tests
- Training: Approx 9 months at police training centre
Source: Gujarat LRD (Lokrakshak Dal) recruitment notification pattern; OJAS portal.
Gujarat Police Constable Benefits Package
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹21,700 (Pay Level 3, 7th CPC) |
| DA | ~50% of Basic = ₹10,850 |
| HRA | X-city (Ahmedabad/Surat/Vadodara): ₹5,208/month; Others lower |
| Kutch Border Allowance | Additional allowance for Pakistan border district posting |
| NPS | Employee 10% + Gujarat Govt 14% of Basic+DA |
| Medical | Gujarat state government health scheme (GMERS network) |
| Police Quarters | Available at district police lines |
Why Gujarat LRD Is Ideal for Older Candidates
Among all six major state police forces, Gujarat LRD has the highest age ceiling: 18–33 years for General category, 18–38 for SC/ST. This creates a specific opportunity:
- A 30-year-old who missed UP Police (age limit 22), Rajasthan Police (23), Haryana Police (25), or Bihar Police (25) can still apply for Gujarat LRD
- Candidates who have been preparing for years without success in other states get a genuine second chance
- The physical test (1600m/6:30) is significantly easier than UP (4.8km) or Rajasthan (5km)
- Gujarat's industrial economy (Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara) means urban postings are common — HRA is higher
The trade-off: Gujarat requires working knowledge of Gujarati for day-to-day operations. Candidates from non-Gujarati states should prepare for this adaptation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Gujarat LRD Constable in-hand salary in 2026?
At taluka/district posting, approximately ₹29,000–33,000 per month. At Ahmedabad/Surat/Vadodara posting (X city HRA), approximately ₹32,000–37,000. Based on Level 3 ₹21,700 basic + ~55% Gujarat DA + HRA + ration money, minus 10% NPS. Source: Gujarat LRD notification + Gujarat Finance Dept DA orders.
Q: What is the age limit for Gujarat LRD Constable?
General category: 18–33 years. SEBC/OBC: 18–36 years. SC/ST: 18–38 years. Gujarat has the most generous age limit among all major state police forces — significantly higher than UP (22), Bihar (25), and Haryana (25). Source: Gujarat LRD notification.
Q: What is OJAS and how is Gujarat LRD applied for?
OJAS (Online Job Application System) is Gujarat government's centralized online recruitment portal. All Gujarat government jobs including LRD Constable are applied for through ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Candidates must register, fill application online, and upload documents through OJAS. Source: Gujarat LRD notification.
Q: Does Gujarat LRD Constable get extra pay for Kutch/border posting?
Kutch district borders Pakistan — constables posted in Kutch may receive border/remote area allowances similar to Rajasthan's border district allowances. The specific rate depends on Gujarat Home Dept notification for that district. Source: Gujarat Police/Home Dept rules.
