The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is conducting a major recruitment drive in 2026 to fill vacancies for Sub-Inspector (SI) and Constable positions across various cadres of the state police force.
Vacancy Overview and Eligibility
Under the 2026 notification, the UPPRPB has announced thousands of openings for roles such as:
- Sub-Inspector (Civil Police and Special Security Force) – approx. 4,543 posts including SI/Platoon Commander segments.
- Constable Civil Police and other units – recruitment for thousands of constable posts is underway with registrations closing soon.
Eligibility requirements typically include:
- Educational qualification: A recognised Class 12 pass for Constable posts; SI posts generally require a graduate degree (21-28 years age criteria applies for SI).
- Age limits: Candidates must meet age norms as per official notification, with relaxations for reserved categories where applicable.
Prospective candidates should verify final eligibility details in the official recruitment notification before applying, as age and educational requirements vary by post.
Application Process – Online Registration
Interested applicants must apply through the UPPRPB official portal:
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) with valid mobile and email details.
- Log in and fill the recruitment application form for the relevant post.
- Upload required documents such as educational certificates and identity proof.
- Pay the application fee as specified in the notification.
For Constable recruitment, candidates must complete online registration before the deadline (e.g., around 30 January 2026 for ongoing constable vacancies)
Exam Pattern – Written Test and Selection
The recruitment process for both SI and Constable posts includes written examinations followed by additional stages:
Written Examination
- Sub-Inspector: Online written test with multiple choice questions covering general knowledge, reasoning, law and related police aptitude topics.
- Constable: Objective type exam with 300 marks, typically covering General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical & Mental Aptitude, Intelligence & Logical Ability over approximately two hours.
Other Selection Stages
Candidates who qualify the written test are shortlisted for further stages including:
- Document verification
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical examination (for certain posts)
Key Advice for Applicants
- Apply early: Aspiring candidates are advised to complete the online application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute portal issues.
- Prepare subject-wise: Focus on topics specified in the written exam pattern and refer to previous year papers where available.
- Stay updated: Official details on admit cards, exam centres, and schedules will be released on the UPPRPB portal. Regularly check notifications for updates.
This recruitment drive is expected to create significant employment opportunities in UP Police and attract large numbers of eligible candidates across the state.