UPPRPB has officially released 32,679 vacancies for UP Police Constable 2026. The written exam is scheduled for June 8, 9 & 10, 2026. Here is the most accurate, up-to-date, and complete guide covering everything — vacancies, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, selection process, and salary.
Table of Contents
- UP Police Constable 2026 – Key Highlights
- Important Dates
- Total Vacancies & Post-Wise Breakdown
- Eligibility Criteria (Age, Education, Physical)
- Application Fee
- Selection Process (All 3 Stages)
- Exam Pattern 2026
- Syllabus – Subject-Wise
- Salary & Pay Scale
- How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Preparation Tips
- Frequently Asked Questions
1. UP Police Constable 2026 – Key Highlights
Conducting Body
UPPRPB
Post Name
Constable (Civil, PAC, SSF, Jail Warder)
Total Vacancies
32,679
Notification Date
December 31, 2025
Application Start
December 31, 2025
Application End
January 30, 2026
Written Exam Date
June 8, 9 & 10, 2026
Exam Mode
Offline (OMR-Based)
Official Website
uppbpb.gov.in
Qualification
12th Pass (Intermediate)
Pay Scale
₹21,700 – ₹69,100
Advt. Number
PRPB-B 07/2025
Breaking News (April 26, 2026): UP DGP Rajeev Krishna announced today that 60,244 newly trained constables (including 12,000+ women) will be deployed to their districts. Over 2.18 lakh personnel have been recruited since 2017 under CM Yogi Adityanath — the largest police recruitment drive in UP’s history.
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | December 31, 2025 |
| Online Application Start | December 31, 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | January 30, 2026 |
| Age Relaxation Notice | January 22, 2026 |
| Exam Date Announced | March 31, 2026 |
| Written Exam (Day 1) | June 8, 2026 |
| Written Exam (Day 2) | June 9, 2026 |
| Written Exam (Day 3) | June 10, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced on uppbpb.gov.in |
| Result Declaration | To be announced after exam |
3. Total Vacancies & Post-Wise Breakdown
A total of 32,679 vacancies have been released under Advertisement No. PRPB-B (Constable PAC & Other Cadres) 07/2025. Posts are distributed across the following cadres:
| Post Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Constable Civil Police | Male & Female candidates eligible |
| Constable PAC (Provincial Armed Constabulary) | Male candidates |
| Constable PAC Women Battalion | Female candidates only |
| Constable Special Security Force (SSF) | Male candidates |
| Constable Mounted Police | Male candidates |
| Jail Warder (Male & Female) | Both male & female |
Vacancy distribution is category-wise (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS). Candidates can check the exact post-wise and category-wise breakdown in the official notification PDF at uppbpb.gov.in.
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 12th Class (Intermediate) examination from any board established by law in India, or hold an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government of India. Candidates who are still awaiting results or appearing for their 12th exam are NOT eligible.
Age Limit (calculated as of July 1, 2025):
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Male (General/EWS) | 18 years | 22 years |
| Female (General/EWS) | 18 years | 25 years |
| All Categories (with 3-year relaxation) | 18 years | 25 years (Male) / 28 years (Female) |
| OBC, SC, ST (additional relaxation applies) | 18 years | As per UP Govt rules |
Special Age Relaxation 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Government has granted a one-time age relaxation of 3 years to ALL categories due to delays in the previous recruitment process. This is applicable only to native residents of Uttar Pradesh.
Nationality: Only Indian citizens or persons with defined categories of foreign citizenship (as per the notification) can apply.
Physical Standards: Specific height, chest, and weight requirements apply depending on the post and category. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the exact physical standard table.
5. Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹400/- |
| SC / ST | ₹400/- |
The application fee must be paid online through Credit Card, Debit Card, or Internet Banking. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
6. Selection Process (All 3 Stages)
The selection process for UP Police Constable 2026 consists of three stages. Candidates must clear each stage to proceed to the next:
1
Written Examination (OMR-Based)
Objective-type MCQ paper — 150 questions, 300 marks, 2-hour duration. Conducted offline on June 8, 9 & 10, 2026. No negative marking in 2026. The final merit list is based solely on written exam scores.
2
Document Verification & Physical Standard Test (PST)
Candidates shortlisted from the written exam are called for document verification and a Physical Standard Test (PST) to check height, chest measurements, and other physical criteria as per UPPRPB norms.
3
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates who pass the PST appear for the Physical Efficiency Test — which includes a running race. Standards are different for male and female candidates. Clearing PET is mandatory for final selection.
Note: Qualifying NEET or any written exam does NOT guarantee a government job. Final appointment depends on document verification, physical fitness, medical examination, and vacancies in each category.
7. Exam Pattern 2026
The UP Police Constable 2026 written exam will follow this pattern:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान) | 38 | 76 |
| General Hindi (सामान्य हिंदी) | 37 | 74 |
| Numerical & Mental Ability (संख्यात्मक एवं मानसिक योग्यता) | 38 | 76 |
| Mental Aptitude / IQ / Reasoning (मानसिक अभिरुचि / बुद्धिलब्धि / तार्किक क्षमता) | 37 | 74 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
- Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Language: Hindi & English
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- No Negative Marking in 2026
- Each correct answer: 2 marks
- Attempt all questions — no penalty!
8. Syllabus – Subject-Wise Breakdown
General Knowledge: Indian history, geography, constitution, national & international awards, current affairs, cybercrime, UP-specific topics (administration, culture, geography), science & technology, sports, important dates, books & authors.
General Hindi: Grammar rules, letter writing, usage of words, antonyms & synonyms, idioms (मुहावरे), one-word substitutions, sentence improvement, passage writing, fill in the blanks, error detection.
Numerical & Mental Ability: Number systems, percentage, profit & loss, time & work, simple & compound interest, ratio & proportion, time, speed & distance, average, LCM & HCF, fractions, tables & graphs.
Mental Aptitude / IQ / Reasoning: Series completion, blood relations, direction sense, coding-decoding, analogies, alphabetical series, ranking, logical sequences, puzzles, Venn diagrams, mirror & water images, calendar & clocks.
9. Salary & Pay Scale
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale (7th Pay Commission) | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month |
| Grade Pay | ₹2,000 |
| Approximate Annual CTC | ₹4,20,000 – ₹4,80,000 |
| Other Benefits | HRA, DA, Medical, Pension, Job Security |
In addition to the base salary, UP Police Constables also receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical benefits, uniform allowance, and retirement pension — making it a highly sought-after government job with long-term financial security.
10. How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Note: The application window (December 31, 2025 – January 30, 2026) is now closed. However, here is the process for future reference and for the next notification:
- Complete the mandatoryOne Time Registration (OTR)at uppbpb.gov.in (implemented from July 31, 2025).
- Visit the official website:uppbpb.gov.inand click on the recruitment notification link.
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and address details.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents as per specified format.
- Pay the application fee online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the completed application for future reference.
- Download your admit card from the official website once it is released before the exam.
11. Preparation Tips for UP Police Constable 2026
- Focus on UP-specific GK — often ignored by most candidates
- Practice Hindi grammar daily — idioms & one-word substitutions repeat every year
- For Maths: master Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work first
- Since no negative marking — attempt ALL 150 questions
- Solve previous year papers from 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023–24 cycles
- For Reasoning: speed matters more than accuracy — practice daily
- Start physical training now — running is key for PET stage
- Use official mock tests from uppbpb.gov.in for practice
12. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the UP Police Constable exam date 2026?
The UP Police Constable written exam is officially scheduled for June 8, 9, and 10, 2026. The exam will be conducted by UPPRPB in offline OMR-based mode.
How many vacancies are there in UP Police Constable 2026?
A total of 32,679 vacancies have been released for various Constable and Jail Warder posts under Advertisement No. PRPB-B 07/2025.
Is there negative marking in the UP Police Constable 2026 exam?
No. Negative marking has been completely removed for the 2026 exam. Each correct answer carries 2 marks. Wrong answers carry zero marks — so you should attempt all 150 questions.
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed the 12th Class (Intermediate) from any legally recognised board in India. Candidates still awaiting results are not eligible.
What is the age limit for UP Police Constable 2026?
The basic age limit is 18–22 years for male candidates and 18–25 years for female candidates (calculated as of July 1, 2025). With the one-time 3-year UP Government relaxation, effective limits are 25 years for males and 28 years for females (General category).
What is the salary of UP Police Constable?
The pay scale is ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month under the 7th Pay Commission. The approximate annual CTC including all allowances ranges from ₹4,20,000 to ₹4,80,000.
How many stages are there in the UP Police Constable selection process?
There are 3 stages: (1) Written Examination, (2) Document Verification & Physical Standard Test (PST), and (3) Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The final merit list is based only on written exam scores.
What is OTR and is it mandatory?
OTR stands for One Time Registration. UPPRPB made it mandatory from July 31, 2025. Candidates must complete OTR on uppbpb.gov.in before applying for any UPPRPB recruitment. It prevents candidates from entering personal details repeatedly for each application.
Where can I download the official notification PDF?
The official notification is available at the UPPRPB official website: uppbpb.gov.in. Always download documents from the official site only — avoid third-party links.
Visit the official UPPRPB website for notifications, admit card & results