UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – 32,679 Posts: Notification, Eligibility, Physical Standards, Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Salary
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has announced 32679 Constable vacancies for 2026 — here is your complete guide covering eligibility, age limit, physical standards (PST/PET), selection process, exam pattern, detailed syllabus and salary.
📋 Overview
The UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 is one of the largest state-level recruitment drives in India, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB). For this cycle, a massive 32,679 Constable posts have been notified in the Civil Police, making it a golden opportunity for candidates across Uttar Pradesh and other states.
The selection is a multi-stage process consisting of a Written Examination, followed by Document Verification & Physical Standard Test (PST) and a Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Candidates who clear all stages are appointed as Constables in the UP Police at Pay Level 3 under the 7th Pay Commission.
Applications are submitted online through the official UPPRPB portal. Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognised board and meet the prescribed age and physical standards. The written exam is OMR-based (offline) with 150 objective questions carrying 300 marks.
This detailed article covers everything you need — important dates, eligibility criteria, physical standards, complete selection process, exam pattern, subject-wise syllabus, salary structure and career growth. Always cross-check the final details with the official notification before applying.
🔗 Important Official Links
Always verify the latest links and dates on the official UPPRPB (uppbpb.gov.in) portal before applying. Beware of fake websites.
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | As per UPPRPB notification |
| Online Application Start | As announced on official portal |
| Last Date to Apply | As per official notification |
| Admit Card Release | Before written exam |
| Written Examination | Multiple shifts (June 2026 cycle: 8–10 June) |
| Answer Key Release | After written exam |
| PST / PET (Physical) | After written exam result |
| Final Result | As per UPPRPB schedule |
Note: Dates above are indicative based on the recent recruitment cycle. Candidates must check the official UPPRPB portal for the exact, confirmed dates for their notification.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, ensure you meet the educational qualification, age limit and nationality requirements. Physical standards are checked separately at the PST stage.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian citizen (as per UP Police rules) |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognised board |
| Age Limit (Male) | 18 to 22 years |
| Age Limit (Female) | 18 to 25 years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per UP Govt. rules (typically 3–5 years) |
| Marital Status | As per UP Police recruitment rules |
Physical Standards (PST) — indicative UP Police norms:
| Category | Height | Chest (Male) | Physical Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male (Gen/OBC/SC) | 168 cm | 79 cm (unexpanded) – 84 cm (expanded) | Min 5 cm expansion |
| Male (ST) | 160 cm | 77 cm – 82 cm | Min 5 cm expansion |
| Female (Gen/OBC/SC) | 152 cm | Not applicable | Minimum weight 40 kg |
| Female (ST) | 147 cm | Not applicable | Minimum weight 40 kg |
🎯 Selection Process
The UP Police Constable selection is conducted in the following stages. Each stage is elimination-based, and only candidates clearing the previous stage move ahead.
- Stage 1 – Written Examination: OMR-based objective test of 150 questions (300 marks). Merit is based on this stage.
- Stage 2 – Document Verification & PST: Verification of documents and Physical Standard Test (height, chest for males, weight for females).
- Stage 3 – Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying race — candidates must complete the prescribed running distance within the time limit.
- Stage 4 – Medical Examination: Final medical fitness check as per UP Police standards.
- Final Merit: Prepared on the basis of the written examination marks (PET/PST are qualifying in nature).
📝 Exam Pattern
The written examination is conducted in offline (OMR) mode. Details of marks distribution are given below.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Type of Questions | Objective (Multiple Choice) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Marks per Question | +2 marks |
| Negative Marking | –0.5 marks per wrong answer |
| Duration | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
Subject-wise distribution (indicative):
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 38 | 76 |
| General Hindi | 37 | 74 |
| Numerical & Mental Ability | 38 | 76 |
| Mental Aptitude / IQ / Reasoning | 37 | 74 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
🏃 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
The PET is a qualifying race. Candidates must complete the running distance within the specified time.
| Category | Distance | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4.8 km | 25 minutes |
| Female | 2.4 km | 14 minutes |
📚 Detailed Syllabus
The syllabus is spread across four sections. Below is the subject-wise topic breakdown to help you plan your preparation.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Indian History, Geography, Indian Polity & Constitution, Economy, General Science, Current Affairs, UP-specific GK, Sports, Awards, Important Days |
| General Hindi | Hindi vyakaran (grammar), Sandhi, Samas, Alankar, Ras, Muhavare-Lokoktiyan, Paryayvachi, Vilom, Vakya shuddhikaran, Apathit gadyansh |
| Numerical & Mental Ability | Number system, Simplification, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Time-Speed-Distance, Interest, Data Interpretation, Mensuration |
| Mental Aptitude / IQ | Logical reasoning, Analogy, Coding-decoding, Series, Blood relations, Direction sense, Public interest, Law & order, Communal harmony, Adaptability |
| Reasoning Ability | Alphabet test, Ranking, Syllogism, Venn diagram, Statement-conclusion, Non-verbal reasoning, Analytical reasoning |
💰 Pay Scale & Salary
A selected UP Police Constable is placed at Pay Level 3 of the 7th Pay Commission matrix. The salary includes basic pay plus applicable allowances (DA, HRA, etc.).
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 3 (7th CPC) |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month |
| Basic Pay (starting) | ₹21,700 |
| Grade Pay | ₹2,000 |
| Approx. Gross Salary | ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 per month (with allowances) |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel & other admissible allowances |
📈 Promotion & Career Growth
The UP Police offers a well-defined career progression. Starting as a Constable, candidates can rise through the ranks based on service, seniority, departmental examinations and performance.
The typical promotion hierarchy is: Constable → Head Constable → Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) → Sub-Inspector (SI) → Inspector and further, depending on eligibility and departmental promotion committees. Deserving candidates also get opportunities in specialised units and training assignments.
