PST / PET Standards Analyzer
Instantly verify your Height, Weight, and Chest eligibility for Defense & Police Exams.
*Standards shown are indicative based on latest official notifications. Medical board decisions are final.
What is PST vs. PET in Government Exams?
If you are applying for uniform services like the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) through SSC GD, state police forces, or the Indian Army, clearing the written exam is only phase one. You must qualify in two physical stages:
- PST (Physical Standard Test): This is an objective measurement of your body. Officials will measure your Height, Weight, and Chest (for males). If you fall short by even 0.1 cm, you are instantly disqualified. Our analyzer verifies these exact metrics.
- PET (Physical Efficiency Test): This tests your stamina and strength, usually involving a 5KM run for males (in 24 mins) and a 1.6KM run for females (in 8.5 mins).
For male candidates, having a broad chest isn't enough. Almost all defense exams (including UP Police and Delhi Police) mandate a minimum expansion of 5 centimeters. If your unexpanded chest is 85cm, you must be able to expand it to 90cm by inhaling deeply. Failing to expand the chest is one of the most common reasons for rejection in PST.
Official Height Standards (General/UR/OBC/SC)
| Examination | Male Height | Female Height |
|---|---|---|
| SSC GD Constable | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| UP Police Constable | 168 cm | 152 cm |
| Delhi Police Constable | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Army Agniveer (General Duty) | 170 cm (varies by region) | 162 cm (Military Police) |
ST Category Relaxations
Candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST) receive significant relaxations under constitutional guidelines. For SSC GD, the male ST height requirement drops to 162.5 cm, and the female ST requirement drops to 150 cm. Candidates from North-Eastern states and Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected districts receive even further relaxations.
How is Weight Calculated?
Unlike height and chest, there is rarely a strict fixed number for weight. Official notifications state that "Weight should be proportionate to height and age as per medical standards." This is generally calculated using Body Mass Index (BMI). A healthy BMI ranges between 18.5 and 25. If your BMI falls below 18.5, you may be declared temporarily unfit (underweight). If it exceeds 25, you risk rejection for being overweight.
The Complete Guide to PST/PET Physical Standards for Indian Police & Defense Exams
Securing a high score in the written examination is only the first phase of entering the Indian armed forces or state police departments. The second phase, encompassing the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET), functions as a ruthless elimination round. Thousands of candidates are disqualified annually for falling short by a single centimeter in height or failing to demonstrate the mandatory chest expansion. The Bharti Updates PST/PET Analyzer dynamically cross-references your body metrics against the official 2026 recruitment gazettes of the SSC, UPPRPB, and Indian Railways to determine your precise eligibility.
🛑 The Strict Zero-Tolerance Measurement Policy
Unlike written exams where normalization formulas apply, physical measurements are binary. Government medical boards utilize digital stadiometers and laser-guided measuring tapes. If the minimum height requirement for the UP Police Constable is 168 cm, a measurement of 167.9 cm results in immediate disqualification. There is no rounding up, and appeals against digital measurements are rarely entertained.
The 2026 PST Baseline: Height & Chest Matrices
Physical requirements vary drastically based on the recruitment board, your gender, and your respective category (Gen/OBC/SC/ST). Regional relaxations are strictly governed by federal law for candidates from specified hill areas and tribal demographics. Below is the definitive matrix for major ongoing recruitments.
| Recruitment Force | Male Height (Gen/OBC/SC) | Male Chest (Unexpanded - Expanded) | Female Height (Gen/OBC/SC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UP Police Constable (UPPRPB) | 168 cm | 79 cm - 84 cm | 152 cm |
| SSC GD Constable (CAPFs, NIA, SSF) | 170 cm | 80 cm - 85 cm | 157 cm |
| Delhi Police Executive | 170 cm | 81 cm - 85 cm | 157 cm |
| RPF Constable (Railways) | 165 cm | 80 cm - 85 cm | 157 cm |
*ST Categories receive a standard relaxation of 5 cm to 8 cm in height across most central and state forces. Check the specific official notification for exact ST relaxations.
The Physiology of the 5 cm Chest Expansion
The most misunderstood parameter of the PST is the mandatory chest expansion rule (applicable only to male candidates). Whether your unexpanded chest measures 80 cm or 95 cm, you must demonstrate a minimum expansion of 5 cm upon inhaling.
- • The Medical Rationale: This is not a bodybuilding test; it is a clinical assessment of your Vital Lung Capacity and pulmonary function. A 5 cm expansion proves that the candidate's lungs can intake sufficient oxygen to sustain prolonged physical stress during combat, pursuit, or riot control operations.
- • The Measurement Technique: The measuring tape is wrapped directly under the armpits, crossing the nipples. The candidate is first measured breathing normally, then instructed to inhale deeply and expand the rib cage. If a candidate is tense and flexes their back muscles rather than inhaling, they will fail the expansion test.
Understanding Physical Efficiency (PET) Parameters
Once you clear the bodily measurements, you proceed to the PET—a test of stamina and endurance. While the analyzer tool verifies your static dimensions, you must train your cardiovascular system to meet these standard timings:
🏃♂️ The 4.8 KM Endurance Run (UP Police)
Male candidates must complete a 4.8-kilometer run within exactly 25 minutes. Female candidates are required to complete 2.4 kilometers within 14 minutes. RFID tags tied to the shoes track the laps electronically.
🏃♂️ The 5 KM Speed Run (SSC GD)
A highly intensive test requiring male candidates to sprint and sustain a 5-kilometer distance in under 24 minutes. Females must run 1.6 kilometers in 8.5 minutes.
How to Use the Bharti Updates PST Analyzer
Do not wait until the day of the recruitment rally to find out you are ineligible. Use our diagnostic tool to verify your metrics today:
- Measure Accurately: Stand barefoot with your back and heels flush against a flat wall. Have a second person place a flat rigid object on top of your head and mark the wall. Measure from the floor to the mark in centimeters.
- Input Demographics: Select your Gender and Social Category (Gen/OBC/SC/ST) in the tool, as this triggers the internal relaxation algorithms.
- Enter Dimensions: Input your height and chest measurements (males only for chest).
- Run Analysis: The engine will instantly query the current 2026 databases for state police, CAPF, and railway boards, generating a tailored list of the exact forces you are medically eligible to join.
Medical & Physical Disqualification FAQs
Will I be rejected for Flat Feet or Knock Knees?
Yes. Both Flat Feet (Pes Planus) and Knock Knees (Genu Valgum) are strict grounds for medical disqualification in all defense and police exams. They inhibit the candidate's ability to run long distances with heavy gear and lead to severe joint damage over time.
What happens if my chest is 90 cm but only expands to 94 cm?
You will be disqualified. Even if your unexpanded chest is well above the minimum requirement (e.g., 80 cm), failing to achieve the exact 5 cm expansion threshold demonstrates inadequate pulmonary capacity according to the medical board.
Are laser eye surgeries like LASIK allowed in police exams?
This depends heavily on the specific force. SSC GD (CAPFs) generally rejects candidates who have undergone LASIK. However, some state police forces like UP Police may accept it if the surgery was performed a specified number of months before the medical exam and the corrected vision is 6/6. Always consult the official notification's medical annexure.