Notification Highlights
Important Examination & Application Dates
| Recruitment Event / Milestone | Official Date / Schedule |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Published | 08 September 2026 |
| Online Application Portal Opens | 08 September 2026 |
| Application Submission Deadline | 10 October 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment & Form Correction | 12 October to 14 October 2026 |
| Offline OMR Written Examination | November 2026 (Multiple Shifts) |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET/PST) | January 2027 |
Application Fee by Reservation Category
| Candidate Category | Prescribed Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS) | ₹400 |
| Payment Modes | SBI e-Pay, UPI, Internet Banking, Debit Cards |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale Breakdown
| Post Name | Department | Pay Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Constable Civil Police (Male) | Uttar Pradesh Civil Police | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) | 48,195 |
| Constable Civil Police (Female) | Uttar Pradesh Civil Police | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) | 12,049 |
Selection Process & Stages
150 Questions for 300 Marks (General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical & Mental Ability, Mental Aptitude/Reasoning). Time: 2 Hours.
Height measurement (Male: 168cm, Female: 152cm) and Chest measurement for males (79-84cm). Weight requirement of minimum 40kg for females.
Male candidates: 4.8 km run in 25 minutes. Female candidates: 2.4 km run in 14 minutes.
Conducted at District Reserve Police Lines by Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
Examination Pattern, Subjects & Negative Marking
Detailed section-wise question distribution, marks allocation, and penalty rules:
| Subject / Test Module | Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Negative Marking Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge (Samanya Gyan) | 38 | 76 | Combined 2 Hours | -0.50 Marks penalty for each wrong answer |
| General Hindi (Samanya Hindi) | 37 | 74 | Combined 2 Hours | -0.50 Marks penalty for each wrong answer |
| Numerical & Mental Ability | 38 | 76 | Combined 2 Hours | -0.50 Marks penalty for each wrong answer |
| Mental Aptitude, I.Q. and Reasoning | 37 | 74 | Combined 2 Hours | -0.50 Marks penalty for each wrong answer |
Official Examination Syllabus & Section-Wise Topics
Curated subject topics based on official recruitment notifications and past pattern distribution:
- History, Culture, Geography, and Economy of Uttar Pradesh; UP Police administrative system and revenue administration
- Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Panchayati Raj, Human Rights, Internal Security and Cyber Crime basics
- Indian Economy, Agriculture, Commerce & Trade, GST and Demonetization impacts, National & International Awards
- Current National & International Affairs, Neighboring countries, Books and Authors, Important Days and Capitals
- Hindi Grammar fundamentals: Varna, Sandhi, Samas, Tatsam-Tadbhav, Paryayvachi, Vilom, Anekarthi shabd
- Vakyansh ke liye ek shabd, Samrupi bhinnarthak shabd, Ashuddh vakyon ko shuddh karna, Ling, Vachan, Karak, Sarvanam
- Visheshan, Kriya, Kaal, Vachya, Avyay, Upsarg, Pratyay, Ras, Chhand, Alankar, Hindi Sahitya award winners
- Number System, Simplification, Decimals & Fractions, HCF & LCM, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Discount
- Simple & Compound Interest, Partnership, Average, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Mensuration (Area and Volume)
- Logical diagrams, Symbol-relationship interpretation, Codification, Direction sense test, Letter and number series, Blood relations
Previous Cycle Qualifying Cut-Off Benchmarks
Historical normalized qualifying marks across reservation categories to gauge target scores and safe attempt targets:
| Cycle / Exam Stage | General (UR) | OBC-NCL | EWS | SC | ST | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Written Re-Exam Normalized (Official) | 198.50 | 189.75 | 182.25 | 165.50 | 142.00 | 300 |
| 2023 Written Test Cycle | 193.00 | 184.50 | 177.00 | 160.00 | 138.50 | 300 |
| 2019 Selection Benchmark Cycle | 185.34 | 172.32 | 168.00 | 145.39 | 114.19 | 300 |
Profile Match & Application Advisory
- 10+2 Intermediate qualified male and female candidates aged 18 to 25 years (with 3-year government relaxation) seeking Civil Police Constable posts in Uttar Pradesh.
- Aspirants meeting physical standards: 168 cm height (male) / 152 cm height (female) and capable of clearing the 4.8 km run in 25 minutes.
- Candidates unable to meet physical height and chest expansion measurements.
- Non-domicile candidates seeking state-specific reservation benefits (outside state candidates are considered General/UR).
Common Application Mistakes & Scrutiny Pitfalls
- Submitting OBC-NCL or EWS certificates issued prior to the prescribed cut-off date (must be issued in current financial year).
- Uploading blurry signatures or photos with colored or busy backgrounds.
- Discrepancies in father name spelling between 10th and 12th marksheets.
Documents to Keep Ready Before Applying
- 10th and 12th Marksheets and Passing Certificates
- Uttar Pradesh Domicile Certificate (Niwas Praman Patra)
- OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS Certificate issued by UP Tehsil authority
- DigiLocker verified educational and identity records
- Aadhaar Card and recent passport-size photograph
Strategic Examination Preparation Blueprint
Actionable study guidelines, speed drills, and score defense tactics curated by GovIndiaNews editorial board:
Master General Hindi / Regional Language: language papers carry high scoring predictability; aim for 90%+ accuracy.
Practice OMR sheet bubbling drills: offline testing requires bubble shading speed to avoid losing 15-20 minutes in marking.
Do not take risks under the negative penalty: skip doubtful questions to protect your positive score tally.
Begin physical fitness training simultaneously: practice endurance running daily to comfortably clear physical efficiency standards.
Solve at least 20 official previous year question papers to recognize recurring syllabus question structures.
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Frequently Asked Questions (Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB))
Can candidates from other states (outside Uttar Pradesh) apply for UP Police Constable?
Yes. Candidates from all Indian states and Union Territories are fully eligible to apply under the Unreserved (UR / General) category quota.
What is the negative marking deduction in UP Police Constable Exam?
Each correct answer awards 2.0 marks. For each wrong answer, a negative penalty of 0.50 marks (0.25 negative fraction) is deducted from the candidate score.
What is the examination mode for UP Police Constable 60,244 recruitment?
The UP Police Constable recruitment is conducted in Pen-and-Paper (OMR-based) offline mode. The question paper contains 150 bilingual (Hindi & English) objective multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 300 marks for 2 hours.
What are the physical efficiency standards (running test) for UP Police?
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) requires: Male candidates to complete a 4.8 km run within 25 minutes. Female candidates must complete a 2.4 km run within 14 minutes. PET is strictly qualifying in nature.
Are other state candidates eligible for UP Police Constable?
Yes. Candidates from all Indian states are eligible to apply under the Unreserved (General) category. However, age relaxations and category reservation quotas (OBC, SC, ST, EWS) are strictly restricted to bonafide residents holding a UP domicile certificate.
What is the starting in-hand salary for UP Police Constable in 2026?
UP Police Constables are appointed in Pay Matrix Level 3 (Pay Band ₹5,200 – ₹20,200, Grade Pay ₹2,000, Starting Basic Pay ₹21,700). Adding 50% DA, HRA, Uniform Allowance, and Diet Allowance, the gross monthly salary is approximately ₹35,000–₹38,000, with net in-hand pay around ₹31,500.
Primary Gazette Source Notice
Notice Title: Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB)
Verified on: 02 Oct 2026
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