The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is closing the registration window for the UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 on 30 January 2026. This recruitment drive offers a total of 32,679 constable and related posts across various units of the Uttar Pradesh Police Force. Interested and eligible candidates must complete their applications before the deadline to be considered in the selection process.
Vacancy Overview
The recruitment covers multiple categories of posts within the UP Police, including:
- Constable Civil Police (Male/Female)
- Constable PAC/Armed Police (Men)
- Constable Special Security Force (Men)
- Lady Constables for Women Battalion
- Constable Mounted Police (Men)
- Jail Warders (Male and Female)These positions fall under the broad framework of constable-level recruitment planned for 2026.
Eligibility and Age Relaxation
To apply, candidates must have completed Class 12 or its equivalent qualification from a recognised board. There is also a three-year age relaxation granted for all categories by the Uttar Pradesh government, widening eligibility for many aspirants. Under the revised guidelines:
- The minimum age requirement is 18 years, with different upper age limits applicable depending on gender and category specifics.
How to Apply?
Candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPPRPB official portal and then fill out the detailed application form for the recruitment posts. The general steps include:
- Accessing the UPPRPB website (uppbpb.gov.in).
- Registering via One Time Registration with valid mobile and email credentials.
- Filling in the Constable Recruitment 2026 application form.
- Uploading the required documents and paying the application fee according to category criteria.Applications must be submitted before 30 January 2026 to be accepted.
Exam Pattern and Selection Process
After the application deadline:
- A written examination will be conducted, carrying 300 marks and covering subjects such as General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical and Mental Aptitude, and Intelligence and Logical Ability.
- Qualified candidates will move to further stages such as document verification and physical tests as per UPPRPB norms.
Application Fee
Category-wise fee details include:
- Rs 500 for General, EWS and OBC candidates.
- Rs 400 for SC and ST candidates.
Advisory for Applicants
Candidates are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues on the portal. All details, including eligibility and document requirements, should be verified against the official notification before submission.Staying updated with the official UPPRPB website will ensure applicants receive timely information on admit cards, exam schedules and subsequent recruitment stages.