🚨 UP Police Constable Recruitment 2025 is a major opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in the Uttar Pradesh Police Department. The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is expected to release a notification for thousands of Constable vacancies across various districts in the state, giving aspirants a wide scope to secure a post. Before applying online, candidates must carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, physical standards, educational qualification and detailed selection process mentioned in the official notification.
Notification Breakdown: Dates You Can’t Miss
Released on December 31, 2025, this drive covers Civil Police Constable roles across UP districts. Total spots: 32,679 – a solid number compared to recent years.
Key Timeline:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Out | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Online Applications Start | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Fee Payment Closes | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | April-May 2026 (expected) |
Fees: ₹500 (Gen/OBC/EWS), ₹400 (SC/ST/Female) – pay online. Head to uppbpb.gov.in or upprpb.in now; create your OTR profile first.
Quick Links:
- Notification PDF
- Apply Online: Live – don’t wait!
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Check
No surprises here, but double-check to avoid rejection:
- Education: 12th pass (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
- Age: 18-22 (males), 18-25 (females) as of cutoff date; relaxations for reserved categories (5 years SC/ST/OBC).
- Physical Must-Haves:GroupMale (Height/Chest)Female HeightGen/OBC168 cm / 79-84 cm152 cmSC/ST160 cm / 77-82 cm147 cm
- PET: Males run 4.8 km in 25 mins; females 2.4 km in 14 mins.
- Indian citizen; UP domicile gets priority.
How to Nail the Selection: 4 Clear Stages
- Written CBT: 150 Qs, 300 marks, 2 hours (negative marking applies).
- Document Check.
- PST (measurements).
- PET + Medical.
Only CBT qualifiers advance – last time, millions applied!
Exam Pattern & Syllabus: Your Roadmap
CBT Structure (300 marks):
| Section | Qs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | 37 | 74 |
| Basic Law/Constitution | 38 | 76 |
| GK & Current Affairs | 38 | 76 |
| Numerical Ability | 38 | 76 |
| Reasoning & Aptitude | 39 | 78 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
Syllabus Essentials:
- Hindi: Grammar, idioms, comprehension.
- GK: UP facts (rivers, history, schemes), national news.
- Maths: Percentages, ratios, time/distance.
- Reasoning: Puzzles, series, analogies.
Grab the official syllabus PDF from the site.
Past Cut-Offs: Aim High
2025 marks (out of 300):
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| General | 225.75 |
| OBC | 216.58 |
| SC | 196.17 |
| ST | 170.03 |
Target 240+ for safety – vacancies help, but competition’s tough.
Best Books & Free Resources: Study Smart
Go-to picks:
| Subject | Top Book |
|---|---|
| GK | Lucent GK |
| Hindi | Hardev Bahri |
| Maths | RS Aggarwal |
| Reasoning | RS Aggarwal Verbal/Non-Verbal |
| Practice | Arihant Previous Papers |
Freebies: Testbook/Adda247 apps for mocks, YouTube (Unacademy), Telegram groups for PDFs.
Salary Perks: Why It’s Worth It
₹21,700–69,100 basic (₹35k+ take-home) + DA, housing, medical. Quick promotions await.
Your 90-Day Prep Plan: Real Talk
- Days 1-30: Build basics (4 hrs/day).
- 31-60: PYQs + weekly mocks.
- 61-90: Revise, PET drills, fix errors.
Pro tip: Read Dainik Jagran daily for UP GK.
FAQs: Quick Answers
Q1. Can private 12th pass candidates apply?
Yes, candidates who have passed 12th from a recognized board (including private) are generally eligible, provided the board is valid as per UPPRPB rules.
Q2. Are tattoos allowed in UP Police Constable recruitment?
Small, non-offensive and preferably religious or cultural tattoos are usually permitted, as long as they do not violate discipline or government norms; final decision rests with the medical/verification board.
Q3. What is the exam mode – online or offline?
The written exam is expected to be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT), similar to recent constable recruitment cycles in Uttar Pradesh.
Q4. Is there any attempt limit for this exam?
No, there is typically no fixed attempt limit; candidates can apply as many times as they want, as long as they are within the prescribed age limit and meet other eligibility conditions.
Q5. Is UP domicile mandatory to apply?
UP domicile is not always compulsory to submit the form, but state reservation benefits (like category quotas) are generally available only to Uttar Pradesh residents as per rules mentioned in the notification.
Q6. Can female candidates apply for Constable posts?
Yes, female candidates can apply and have a higher upper age limit (usually 25 years) along with reserved seats as per UP Police recruitment policy.
Q7. What is the minimum height required for male and female candidates?
For General/OBC males, the minimum height is 168 cm, and for SC/ST males, 160 cm; for females, 152 cm (Gen/OBC) and 147 cm (SC/ST), with chest measurements prescribed for males.
Q8. Is there negative marking in the written exam?
Yes, the recent patterns indicate negative marking per wrong answer in the CBT, so candidates should avoid blind guessing and attempt questions strategically.
Apply Today – Your Future Starts Now!
Notification’s live – hit apply, start prepping. Pin this page for updates. You’ve got the plan; now execute. Good luck, future officers!
