The Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control has officially announced the highly anticipated Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police Jobs 2026. This recruitment drive opens massive career opportunities for suitable Pakistani National candidates (both male and female) to join the executive staff of the capital’s law enforcement agency.
If you want to serve the nation and build a secure career in the police department, this is your golden chance. Applications are invited for vacant positions including Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) and Constables under regional and provincial quotas.
Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the vacancies, eligibility criteria, physical standards, and a step-by-step guide on how to apply online.
ICT Police Jobs 2026 – Vacancy Breakdown
The latest advertisement specifies a total of 1,588 vacant seats distributed across various cadres, provinces, and regions:
1. Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) (BS-11) – General Cadre
- Total Posts: 223
- Regional Quota Distribution:
- Open Merit: 08
- ICT: 95 (General), 11 (Women), 06 (Minorities)
- Punjab: 47 (General), 06 (Women), 03 (Minorities)
- Sindh (Rural): 11 (General), 01 (Women), 01 (Minorities)
- Sindh (Urban): 07 (General), 01 (Women)
- KPK: 11 (General), 01 (Women), 01 (Minorities)
- Balochistan: 06 (General), 01 (Women)
- NA/FATA: 03
- AJK: 02
- Gilgit-Baltistan (GB): 01
2. Constable (BS-07) – General Cadre
- Total Posts: 1334
- Regional Quota Highlights:
- Open Merit: 50
- ICT: 567 (General), 67 (Women), 33 (Minorities)
- Punjab: 284 (General), 33 (Women), 17 (Minorities)
- Sindh (Rural): 64 | Sindh (Urban): 43 | KPK: 65 | Balochistan: 34 | NA/FATA: 17 | AJK: 11 | GB: 06
3. Constable (BS-07) – Band Staff (Male Only)
- Total Posts: 22
- Allocation: Open Merit (01), ICT (10), Punjab (05), Sindh-R (01), Sindh-U (01), KPK (01), Balochistan (01), Punjab Minorities (01), ICT Minorities (01).
4. Constable (BS-07) – Mounted Police
- Total Posts: 09
- Allocation: ICT (04 General, 01 Women), Punjab (02), Sindh-R (01), KPK (01).
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
To apply for these positions, candidates must fulfill the specific education and expertise requirements mentioned below:
- For ASI (BS-11): BA/B.Sc or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
- For Constable (General Cadre): Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board.
- For Constable (Band Staff): Matric or equivalent along with professional expertise in playing related musical instruments.
- For Constable (Mounted Police): Matric or equivalent with practical expertise in horse riding and complete knowledge about Zeen, horse equipment, food supplements, and their care schedule.
Age Limit & Relaxation Rules
- Fresh Candidates: 18 to 25 years for all posts.
- Age Relaxation Category: Up to 26 years, 11 months, and 07 days as of the closing date. This relaxation applies strictly to candidates who previously qualified for the interview stage in the ICT Police Recruitment Process 2024, following the directions of the Honorable Islamabad High Court.
- Cut-off Date: The absolute deadline for age calculation is July 8, 2026.
Mandatory Physical Standards
Physical fitness is non-negotiable for prospective police officers. No relaxation regarding height or chest measurements will be granted to any candidate.
1. Minimum Height
- Male Candidates: 5 feet 7 inches (5′ 7″)
- Female Candidates: 5 feet 2 inches (5′ 2″)
2. Chest Measurement (Men Only)
- Required Size: 33 x 34 ½ inches
3. Physical Endurance Test
- Male Candidates: Must run 01 Mile in 07 minutes.
- Female Candidates: Must run 01 Mile in 10 minutes.
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Apply Online
Interested candidates must submit their application forms electronically. Manual applications sent via courier or hand-delivered will not be entertained.
- Visit the Official Portals: Go to www.npftas.pk or www.islamabadpolice.gov.pk to access the online recruitment portal.
- Submit within Deadline: Complete your online registration within 15 days of the publication of this advertisement (Latest by July 8, 2026).
- Application Fee Payment: Each applicant must pay a non-refundable test processing fee of Rs. 2,000/- per application/post.
- Payment Mode: Fee can be paid via 1Link-1Bill Service using any Bank, ATM, Internet Banking, or mobile wallets like EasyPaisa, JazzCash, U Paisa, and TimePay. You will need the 24-digit PSID generated on your fee challan.
- Applying for Multiple Posts: If you wish to apply for more than one position, you must submit a separate application form and pay a separate fee for each post. However, candidates applying for multiple posts will have to pass the physical test only once.
Mandatory Documents for Interview Stage
While you do not need to upload or mail hard copies of your documents during the initial registration phase, selected candidates must produce the following original documents at the time of the interview:
- Original CNIC issued by NADRA.
- All original Academic Certificates.
- Valid Domicile Certificate.
- Two (02) passport-size photographs with a blue background.
- An official Affidavit duly countersigned by the respective Deputy Commissioner if applying against the minorities (non-Muslims) quota.
- Complete documentation for family claims (FRC, pension book, retirement order) if applying as the real son/grandson or daughter/granddaughter of a serving, retired, or deceased ICT Police employee.
Important Rules & Selection Terms
- Test Centers: Candidates can select two test centers priority-wise on the online portal. However, the final designation of the center remains the exclusive domain of ICT Police.
- Medical Screening: Passing physical, endurance, and written/computer-based tests is mandatory to qualify for the interview. Final selection requires a thorough medical examination by the federal government medical board. Candidates having Hepatitis B & C or any other perpetual ailments will stand disqualified.
- Official Helpdesk: In case of any query, candidates can contact the department at 051-8466800 or email info@npftas.pk.