KPPSC · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police · Official Recruitment 2026

Deputy Superintendent of Police (BPS-17) Jobs at KPK Police – Apply Now

KPPSC has announced 4 vacancies for Deputy Superintendent of Police (BPS-17) in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, on the General Quota (Merit). Eligible male candidates can apply online.

📋 Job Summary

Deputy Superintendent of Police (BPS-17) Jobs at KPK Police. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Service Commission (KPPSC) is the constitutional body responsible for recruiting officers into provincial government departments in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including the Police. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police is responsible for maintaining law and order, public safety, and crime prevention across the province.

To strengthen its officer cadre, KPPSC is inviting applications for the post of Deputy Superintendent of Police (BPS-17), a mid-tier gazetted police officer role responsible for supervising police stations, investigations, and law-enforcement operations within an assigned jurisdiction.

📞 Contact Information

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Service Commission (KPPSC)

🏢 Address: 2-Fort Road, Peshawar Cantt

📞 Phone: 091-9214131, 9213563, 9213750, 9212897

🌐 Website: www.kppsc.gov.pk

Q: How can I apply for the Deputy Superintendent of Police (BPS-17) post at KPPSC?

Applications must be submitted online only through the official KPPSC website at www.kppsc.gov.pk. Applications submitted through any other means will not be accepted.

Q: What is the application fee for this post, and how do I pay it?

The application fee is Rs. 500/- (excluding service charges), payable through the 1Bill option available in supported banking apps (NBP, HBL, ABL, BoK, BoP, etc.) or microfinance apps (EasyPaisa, JazzCash, Upaisa, etc.).

Q: What is the age limit for the DSP (BPS-17) post, and how is it calculated?

The age limit is 21 to 47 years, reckoned as on 01-01-2026.

Q: What qualification is required for this post?

Candidates must hold at least a 2nd Class Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized University, along with confirmation in the rank of Inspector after satisfactory completion of probation.

Q: Is this post open to female candidates?

No, based on the published advertisement, this recruitment is for male candidates only.

Q: Do I need to submit documents at the time of application?

No, documents are not required at the time of application submission. They will be requested later by the Commission, typically at the scrutiny stage in attested copy form.

Q: What happens if a candidate has been awarded a major penalty in the last three years?

Candidates who have been awarded any major penalty during the last three years are not eligible to apply for this post.

Q: What is the role of a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police?

A DSP is a mid-tier gazetted police officer who supervises one or more police stations, oversees investigations and law-and-order duties, and manages subordinate police staff within an assigned jurisdiction.

Q: How many vacancies are available for DSP (BPS-17) in this KPPSC recruitment?

4 vacancies are advertised under the General Quota (Merit) for the post of Deputy Superintendent of Police (BPS-17).

Q: Which domicile is required for KPPSC DSP jobs?

Candidates must hold a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa domicile, including from the merged districts; only one domicile is allowed per candidate.

Q: How many attempts are allowed for KPPSC recruitment exams for higher ranks?

As per the general instructions, failure in three attempts for initial recruitment to a higher rank disqualifies a candidate from future attempts at the same examination.

Apply online before the closing date shown on the official KPPSC website. Only eligible candidates will be called for examination/test/interview. No TA/DA admissible.