01st January 2025 by Mangala
Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has released the official notification for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 to fill 60,000+ constable posts in various units of Uttar Pradesh Police. This large-scale recruitment drive aims to appoint eligible 10th / 12th pass candidates to the post of Police Constable (Civil Police / PAC / Armed Police) on a regular basis. Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level-3 of the 7th Pay Commission, with salary ranging from Rs. 21,700/- to Rs. 69,100/- per month, along with admissible allowances. The recruitment process will be conducted through Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Tests and Document Verification, followed by medical examination. UP-Police-Constable-Recruitment…
🔹 Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) |
| Post Name | Police Constable |
| Total Vacancies | 60,000+ (Tentative) |
| Job Type | State Government |
| Nature of Post | Regular / Permanent |
| Pay Level | Level-3 (7th CPC) |
| Salary | Rs. 21,700/- to Rs. 69,100/- |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 31.12.2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31.12.2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30.01.2026 |
| CBT Examination | To be notified |
| PET / PST | To be notified |
| Final Result | To be notified |
📊 Vacancy Details
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has proposed recruitment of 60,000+ Police Constables across various units of Uttar Pradesh Police. The vacancies are regular and permanent in nature and will be filled through direct recruitment.
Post-wise Vacancy Distribution (Indicative)
| Unit / Cadre | Expected Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Constable – Civil Police | Major Share |
| Constable – PAC (Provincial Armed Constabulary) | Included |
| Constable – Armed Police | Included |
| Constable – Special Security / Other Units | Included |
| Total Vacancies | 60,000+ |
Category-wise Reservation
- Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Women, Ex-Servicemen and Dependents of Freedom Fighters will be applicable as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
- District-wise and category-wise breakup will be released separately by UPPRPB.
.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
Nationality & Domicile
- Candidate must be a citizen of India
- Reservation benefits applicable only to domiciles of Uttar Pradesh
Educational Qualification
- Candidate must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board
- Candidates awaiting results are not eligible
Age Limit (as per previous UP Police Constable standards)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 18 years | 22 years |
| Female | 18 years | 25 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per UP Govt rules |
Physical Standards (Exact Measurements)
Height
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 152 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 147 cm |
Chest (Male Candidates Only)
| Measurement | CM |
|---|---|
| Unexpanded | 79 cm |
| Expanded | 84 cm |
| Expansion | Minimum 5 cm |
🧠 Selection Process
The selection process for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 consists of five clearly defined stages, all of which are mandatory.
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Mode: Online (CBT)
- Type: Objective (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 150
- Total Marks: 300
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.5 mark deducted for each wrong answer
Subject-wise Distribution
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 38 | 76 |
| General Hindi | 37 | 74 |
| Numerical & Mental Ability | 38 | 76 |
| Mental Aptitude / Intelligence / Reasoning | 37 | 74 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
👉 Merit list is prepared on the basis of normalized CBT scores.
Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Height, chest and weight measurement
- Qualifying in nature
- No marks awarded
Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Category | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4.8 km | 25 minutes |
| Female | 2.4 km | 14 minutes |
- PET is qualifying only
- No marks awarded
Stage 4: Document Verification (DV)
Verification of:
- Educational certificates
- Age proof
- Caste / Category / EWS certificates
- Domicile certificate
- NCC / Sports certificates (if applicable)
Stage 5: Medical Examination
- Conducted as per UP Police Medical Standards
- Includes vision, hearing, physical fitness and general health check
Final Merit List
- Prepared only on the basis of CBT marks
- Subject to qualifying PST, PET, DV and Medical Examination
- No interview conducted at any stage
💰 Salary Structure
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-3 |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 21,700/- |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 21,700/- to Rs. 69,100/- |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, TA and other admissible allowances |
📝 How to Apply
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Visit UPPRPB official website |
| Step 2 | Click on UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 |
| Step 3 | Register using mobile number & email ID |
| Step 4 | Fill application form carefully |
| Step 5 | Upload photograph & signature |
| Step 6 | Pay application fee online |
| Step 7 | Submit form and download confirmation |
📌 Important Instructions
- Only online applications will be accepted
- Multiple applications may lead to rejection
- Reservation benefits applicable only to UP domiciles
- Final appointment subject to medical fitness
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is UP Police Constable a permanent job?
Yes, it is a regular state government job.
Q2. Is there any interview?
No, no interview is conducted.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification?
12th pass (Intermediate).
Q4. Is PET qualifying in nature?
Yes, PET is qualifying only.
🔗 Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | click here |
| Official Notification PDF | click here |
| Official Website | click here |
| Official WhatsApp Channel | click here |
| Official Telegram Channel | click here |