The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has announced a big opportunity for young job seekers. The board is hiring for 32,679 Constable posts in the UP Police Department for the 2026 recruitment cycle. Interested candidates can apply online from December 31, 2025 , to January 30, 2026 . This recruitment drive offers various roles including Civil Police, PAC, and Jail Warden. All details, including how to apply, eligibility, and important dates, are available on the official website,uppbpb.gov.in.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: December 31, 2025
- Apply Online Last Date: January 30, 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: January 30, 2026
- Correction Date: To be announced later
- Admit Card: To be announced later
- Exam Date: To be announced later
- Result Date: To be announced later
Candidates must check the official UP Police Department website for any updates.
Application Fee
The application fee varies by category:
- General (Gen), Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS): ₹500/-
- Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Female candidates (all categories): ₹400/-
You can pay the fee using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or through an E-Challan for offline payment.
Who Can Apply?
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age for Male candidates: 22 years
- Maximum Age for Female candidates: 25 years
For full details on age relaxation, candidates should read the official UP Police Constable Notification 2026.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 12th (Intermediate) Exam or an equivalent qualification from any recognized university, board, or institution in India.
Total Vacancy Details: 32,679 Posts
Here is the breakdown of posts by category and type:
| Department Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constable Civil Police (Male/ Female) | 4191 | 1046 | 2826 | 2198 | 208 | 10469 |
| Constable PAC Armed Force (Male) | 6060 | 1512 | 4083 | 3176 | 300 | 15131 |
| Constable PAC Special Force (Male) | 538 | 134 | 362 | 281 | 26 | 1341 |
| Constable Battalion (Female) | 916 | 228 | 615 | 478 | 45 | 2282 |
| Constable Mounted Police Horse Rider (Male) | 30 | 07 | 19 | 14 | 01 | 71 |
| Jail Warden (Male) | 1314 | 327 | 885 | 688 | 65 | 3279 |
| Jail Warden (Female) | 44 | 10 | 28 | 22 | 02 | 106 |
| Total | 13093 | 3264 | 8818 | 6857 | 647 | 32679 |
Salary Details
Selected candidates for UP Police Constable posts will receive a good salary package:
| Allowance Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700/- to ₹69,100/- per month |
| Grade Pay | ₹2,000/- |
| Estimated Monthly Gross Salary | ₹30,000 to ₹40,000/- per month |
| Other Allowances | House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), Travel Allowance (TA), and others. |
Physical Standards Test (PST)
Candidates must meet the following physical standards:
| Type | Male (Gen/OBC/SC) | Male (ST) | Female (Gen/OBC/SC) | Female (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 168 CMS | 160 CMS | 152 CMS | 147 CMS |
| Chest | 79-84 CMS | 77-82 CMS | N/A | N/A |
| Running | 4.8 Km in 25 minutes | 4.8 Km in 25 minutes | 2.4 Km in 14 minutes | 2.4 Km in 14 minutes |
Selection Process
The selection process for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 involves these stages:
- Written Exam
- Physical Standards Test (PST)
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
Exam Pattern
The written exam will be objective type (multiple choice questions):
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | – | – |
| General Knowledge | – | – |
| Numerical and Mental Ability | – | – |
| Mental Aptitude Test/ IQ and Logical Reasoning | – | – |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
- Time Duration: 150 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/4 (0.25) marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps to apply for the UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026:
- First, read the official UP Police Constable Notification 2026 PDF carefully.
- Visit the official website:uppbpb.gov.inor click on the direct ‘Apply Online’ link (when available).
- Fill out the UP Police Constable Online Application Form 2026 with your details.
- Upload all necessary documents, such as photographs and signatures, as per guidelines.
- Pay the application fees online.
- After successful submission, print a copy of your application form for future reference.