UP Police Constable Notification 2026
The UP Police Constable Notification 2026 has been officially released by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) for the recruitment of 32,679 Constables and equivalent posts. This recruitment drive includes vacancies for Civil Police Constable, PAC Constable, Special Security Force Constable, Female Constable for Women Battalion, Mounted Police Constable, and Jail Warder posts.
Candidates who have passed Class 12 and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can apply online through the official website of UPPRPB. The online application process started on 31 December 2025 and will remain open till 30 January 2026.
UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board |
| Post Name | Constable and equivalent posts |
| Total Vacancies | 32,679 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Release Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 January 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | 12th Pass |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Pay Level | Level 3 |
| Official Website | uppbpb.gov.in |
UP Police Constable Notification 2026 PDF
The official UP Police Constable Notification 2026 PDF contains complete information regarding vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age relaxation, selection process, exam pattern, physical standards, and salary structure. Candidates must read the notification carefully before filling out the application form.
UP Police Constable Notification 2026 PDF
UP Police Constable Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 January 2026 |
| Application Fee Submission | 31 December 2025 to 30 January 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment Last Date | 02 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be notified |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Result Date | To be notified |
UP Police Constable Vacancy 2026
A total of 32,679 vacancies have been announced under UP Police Recruitment 2026. The post wise vacancy distribution is given below.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Police Constable (Male and Female) | 10,469 |
| PAC Constable or Armed Police (Male) | 15,131 |
| Special Security Force Constable (Male) | 1,341 |
| Female Constable for Women Battalion | 2,282 |
| Mounted Police Constable (Male) | 71 |
| Jail Warder (Male) | 3,279 |
| Jail Warder (Female) | 106 |
| Total | 32,679 |
UP Police Constable Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy nationality, age limit, and educational qualification conditions to be eligible for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026.
Nationality
A candidate must be:
- A citizen of India, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01 January 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement, or
- A person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, or East African countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India
UP Police Constable Age Limit 2026
The age of candidates will be calculated as on 01 July 2025. Age relaxation benefits are applicable only for candidates who are domiciled in Uttar Pradesh.
Revised Age Relaxation 2026
| Category | Male Date of Birth | Female Date of Birth |
|---|---|---|
| General and OBC | 02 July 1995 to 01 July 2007 | 02 July 1992 to 01 July 2007 |
| SC and ST (UP Domicile) | 02 July 1995 to 01 July 2007 | 02 July 1992 to 01 July 2007 |
| Sportspersons | 02 July 1995 to 01 July 2007 | 02 July 1992 to 01 July 2007 |
| Dependents of UP Government Employees | 02 July 1995 to 01 July 2007 | 02 July 1992 to 01 July 2007 |
| Ex Servicemen | As per service rules | As per service rules |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the Intermediate (Class 12) examination from a recognized board established by law in India. Candidates appearing in the examination or awaiting results are not eligible to apply.
UP Police Constable Apply Online 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 through the official website of UPPRPB once the application link is active. Candidates must complete One Time Registration before filling out the application form.
Apply for UP Police Constable Vacancy 2026: Direct Link
UP Police Constable Application Process 2026
The application process consists of One Time Registration and online application submission.
Steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website of UPPRPB
- Complete One Time Registration using a valid mobile number and email ID
- Login using OTR credentials or DigiLocker
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
UP Police Constable Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, EWS | Rs. 500 |
| SC, ST | Rs. 400 |
UP Police Constable Selection Process 2026
The selection process for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages.
Written Examination
The written exam will be conducted in offline mode and will consist of 150 objective type questions carrying a total of 300 marks. The duration of the exam will be 2 hours.
Subjects included:
- General Knowledge
- General Hindi
- Numerical and Mental Ability
- Mental Aptitude, IQ and Reasoning Ability
Minimum qualifying marks:
- Unreserved category: 30 percent
- OBC and EWS: 25 percent
- SC and ST: 20 percent
Document Verification and Physical Standard Test
Candidates qualifying the written examination will be called for document verification and physical standard test.
Physical standards for male candidates:
- Height: 168 cm for General, OBC, SC and 160 cm for ST
- Chest: 79 to 84 cm for General, OBC, SC and 77 to 82 cm for ST
Physical standards for female candidates:
- Height: 152 cm for General, OBC, SC and 147 cm for ST
- Weight: Minimum 40 kg
Physical Efficiency Test
Candidates qualifying DV and PST will appear for the Physical Efficiency Test.
| Gender | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4.8 km | 25 minutes |
| Female | 2.4 km | 14 minutes |
Final Merit List
The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the written examination only. Reservation rules of the Uttar Pradesh Government will be followed.
UP Police Constable Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Matrix Level 3.
| Pay Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Level 3 | Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100 |
Frequently Asked Questions on UP Police Constable Notification 2026
Q. When was UP Police Constable Notification 2026 released?
The notification was released on 31 December 2025.
Q. How many vacancies are available in UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
A total of 32,679 vacancies have been announced.
Q. What is the educational qualification required for UP Police Constable 2026?
Candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
Q. What is the last date to apply for UP Police Constable 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 30 January 2026.