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UP Police Constable Exam 2026 | 32679 Vacancy, Dates & Syllabus

A total of 32,679 Constable vacancies have been announced by Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB). The written exam is going to be conducted on 8th, 9th, and 10th June, 2026. Check the detailed guides for eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and the complete selection process.

By : Abhishek 2026-05-29 12:13:27

UP Police Constable Exam 2026: One of Uttar Pradesh's Biggest Recruitment Drives

The UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 was notified by the UPPRPB on December 31, 2025. There are a total of 32,679 posts across the cadres of Civil Police, PAC, Special Security Force, and Jail Warder. For most government job aspirants in the state, this is one of the biggest opportunities in 2026.

The application form was available online the same day and was accessible until January 30, 2026, on the official website, uppbpb.gov.in. CM Yogi Adityanath also said that in the FY 2026–27, there will be over 81,000 police job vacancies with a phased release. This already highly competitive selection process requires preparation and a smart strategy.

 

Exam Dates, Schedule & Admit Card

Uttar Pradesh Police will conduct the first phase of selection for recruitment of Police Constable on June 8, 9 and 10, 2026. The first phase of the UP Constable recruitment process is the most important, as the final merit list is based on the candidates' performance in the written exam only. The written exam will be offline, OMR based exam, and will be conducted in bilingual, i.e., Hindi as well as English. The written exam format will allow candidates from varying educational backgrounds to approach the exam.

Candidates can expect to download their exam admit cards from the official UPPRPB website a few days prior to the exam. Candidates must bring a printed copy of their admit cards along with a government-issued photo ID. Notification of the release of exam results and the corresponding next steps will be posted on the official website of the UP Police Recruitment & Promotion Board after the written exam is conducted.

Important Dates to Note:

December 31, 2025: Notification release date

December 31, 2025: Application start date

January 30, 2026: Application deadline

June 8, 9 & 10, 2026: Dates for the written exam

Exam admit card: Available for download prior to the exam

 

Eligibility Criteria: Age and Education

Exam candidates must confirm they meet the criteria before sitting the examination. In the case of UPPRPB, an applicant must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent exam before the closing of applications, having passed an exam from a recognised board. UPPRPB does not accept candidates who have completed only Class 10 or candidates who have graduated without having passed the Intermediate exam.

The age limit for male and female candidates from July 1, 2025, was set to 18 to 22 years and 18 to 25 years, respectively. In addition, the Uttar Pradesh government announced a one-time, three-year special relaxation for male and female candidates of all categories. For candidates who fall within the reserved categories, the government will apply additional relaxation as per the state rules.

Summary of the Eligibility Criteria:

1. Nationality - Indian or (some categories of migrants as per norms)

2. Education - Passed the Intermediate (10+2) exam from a recognized board

3. Age -  Males: 18 to 22 years (with a 3-year special relaxation)

4. Age -  Females: 18 to 25 years (with a 3-year special relaxation)

5. Special Relaxation - For SC, ST, OBC, and Home Guards from the same category limits.

 

Exam Pattern, Syllabus and Selection Process

The written exam consists of 150 objective-type questions and is worth 300 points. Each correct answer will earn the candidate 2 points. The exam takes place over the course of a 2-hour, offline test comprised of four sections: General Hindi, General Knowledge, Numerical and Mental Ability, and Mental Aptitude, along with Intelligence and Reasoning. Candidates are advised to review the official UPPRPB notification for the most accurate details, as varying sources have conflicting accounts on the current status of negative marking.

In the case a candidate passes the written stage of the exam, they then proceed to the second stage of the exam, which consists of Document Verification and a Physical Standard Test (PST) in which height and other physical measurements are taken. Candidates who qualify for the PST will move on to the third stage, which consists of the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The PET is solely a qualifying stage that consists of a running race. The only marks that are considered for the final merit list are the marks from the written exam.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. How many vacancies will there be for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

UPPRPB has published 32,679 vacancies for Constable posts, which include Civil Police Constable, PAC Constable, Special Security Force Constable, and Jail Warder. All notifications will be uploaded on the official portal at uppbpb.gov.in.

Q2. When will UP Police Constable 2026 be conducted?

The written exam will be conducted on the 8th, 9th, and 10th of June 2026. This will be a multi-shift offline exam, which will be conducted by UPPRPB in various exam centres across Uttar Pradesh.

Q3. What is the minimum educational qualification for UP Police Constable 2026?

Applicants are required to pass Intermediate (Class 12 or 10+2) from a board that is recognised, on or before the last date of submission of the application. Only passing of the Intermediate is required, not a degree.

Q4. What is the age limit for UP Police Constable 2026?

The basic age limit is 18 to 22 years for males, and 18 to 25 years for female candidates. The UP government has provided an age relaxation of 3 years to all categories in this recruitment, which will be applicable only once.

Q5. What subjects are included in the UP Police Constable written exam?

The written exam comprises General Hindi, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Numerical and Mental Ability, and Mental Aptitude, along with Intelligence and Reasoning. The paper has a total of 150 questions, which will be objective in nature and of 300 marks in total.

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