Goa Police Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 722 Constable, Matron & Other Posts

The Goa Staff Selection Commission has announced Goa Police Recruitment 2026 for 722 vacancies under various Group C posts, including Constable, Matron, Range Forest Officer and several others. The online application process began on 20 February 2026 and will close on 13 March 2026. Eligible candidates must submit their applications through online mode before the last date.

This recruitment drive covers multiple departments and pay levels, offering opportunities for candidates with qualifications ranging from Secondary School Certificate to Bachelor’s Degree in Science, depending on the post.

Recruitment Overview

• Organization: Goa Staff Selection Commission

• Advertisement No: 2 of Year 2026

• Total Vacancies: 722

• Post Category: Group C

• Application Mode: Online

• Last Date to Apply: 13 March 2026

• Pay Scale: Level 1 to Level 6 as per CCS Revised Pay Rules, 2016

Vacancy Details

• Range Forest Officer – 13

• Platoon Commander (Male) – 4

• Round Forester – 23

• Police Constable (Male/Female) – 360

• Police Constable (Armed Police) – 119

• Police Constable Driver (Grade III) – 111

• Constable (Greaser) – 1

• Constable (Electrician) – 1

• Forest Guard – 9

• Assistant Superintendent (Male) – 4

• Warden (Male) – 60

• Matron (Female) – 10

• Lascar (Male) – 5

• Escort (Female) – 2

• Total – 722 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Range Forest Officer: Bachelor’s Degree in Science with at least two subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Forestry or Agriculture.

• Platoon Commander (Male): Higher Secondary School Certificate or equivalent.

• Round Forester: Higher Secondary School Certificate or equivalent.

• Police Constable (Male/Female), Armed Police, Driver, Greaser, Electrician, Forest Guard, Assistant Superintendent, Warden, Matron, Lascar, Escort: Secondary School Certificate or equivalent qualification.

• Escort (Female): Secondary School Certificate or ITI course from a recognized institution.

Candidates must ensure that their qualification is obtained from a recognized board or university. Eligibility will be determined as on the last date of application.

Age Limit

The upper age limit varies by post:

• 45 years: Range Forest Officer, Platoon Commander, Assistant Superintendent, Lascar, Escort

• 35 years: Round Forester, Forest Guard

• 30 years: Warden, Matron, Constable (Greaser), Constable (Electrician)

• 28 years: Police Constable (Male/Female), Armed Police

• 25 years: Police Constable Driver

Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules:

• SC/ST: 5 years

• OBC: 3 years

• PwD: 10 years

• PwD (SC/ST): 15 years

• PwD (OBC): 13 years

• Government servants: Up to 5 years

• Ex-servicemen, Home Guards, Ex-Agniveers and other eligible categories: As per prevailing rules

Application Fee

Application fee depends on pay level and category.

For Level 1 to 3 posts:

• UR: ₹200

• OBC/EWS: ₹100

• SC/ST/PwD: ₹50

For Level 4 and above posts:

• UR: ₹400

• OBC/EWS: ₹200

• SC/ST/PwD: ₹100

Payment must be made online through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI. The fee is payable per candidate per post.

Salary Structure

The salary is based on the assigned pay level:

• Level 6: Range Forest Officer

• Level 4: Platoon Commander

• Level 3: Round Forester

• Level 2: Police Constable (all categories), Driver, Greaser, Electrician, Forest Guard, Assistant Superintendent

• Level 1: Warden, Matron, Lascar, Escort

Detailed allowances and benefits will be as per applicable government rules.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 20 February 2026

• Last Date to Apply Online: 13 March 2026

Selection Process

The recruitment process will include the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT-I) for screening

2. Physical Endurance Test or Physical Efficiency Test where applicable

3. CBT-II for post-specific evaluation

4. Document Verification

5. Medical Examination

Candidates must qualify at each stage to proceed further in the selection process.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official online application portal.

2. Register with valid personal and contact details.

3. Fill in educational and other required information carefully.

4. Upload photograph, signature and necessary documents in the prescribed format.

5. Pay the application fee online as applicable.

6. Review all details before final submission.

7. Submit the application on or before 13 March 2026.

8. Save or print the submitted application form for future reference.

Applicants are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure all details are accurate before submission.