🚔 UP Police Recruitment 2026 – 32,679 Constable & Jail Warder Posts
Overview
Organization: Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB), Lucknow
Total Vacancies: 32,679 Posts (approximately – exact total for all categories not fully specified)
Post Type: Constable Civil Police, PAC/Armed Police, Special Security Force, Mounted Police, Female Constable (Women Battalion), Jail Warder (Male/Female)
Job Type: Permanent
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: uppbpb.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
Start of Online Application: 31st December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 30th January 2026
Fee Adjustment Last Date: 2nd February 2026
Age Calculation Date: 1st July 2025
📍 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constable Special Security Force (Male only) | 538 | 134 | 362 | 281 | 26 | 1,341 |
| Female Constable for Women Battalion (Female only) – Districts: Lucknow, Badaun, Gorakhpur | 916 | 228 | 615 | 478 | 45 | 2,282 |
| Mounted Police Constable (Male only) | 30 | 7 | 19 | 14 | 1 | 71 |
| Jail Warder (Male) | 1,314 | 327 | 885 | 688 | 65 | 3,279 |
| Jail Warder (Female) | 44 | 10 | 28 | 22 | 2 | 106 |
Note: Vacancies for Constable Civil Police and PAC/Armed Police are not fully detailed in the provided excerpt. Total confirmed vacancies shown above: 7,079 posts
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Essential Qualification:
- 12th class (Intermediate) from any board established by law in India
- OR equivalent qualification recognized by the Government
Important Conditions:
- The qualification must be obtained before the application date
- Candidates who are “Appeared” or “Appearing” in 12th exams are NOT eligible
- Mark sheets or certificates must be available at the time of application
- Candidates are responsible for providing proof of authenticity and equivalency
Preference Qualifications (for tie-breaking only, no additional marks):
- “O” Level Computer Certificate from DOEACC/NIELIT
- Two years of service in the Territorial Army
- “B” Certificate from National Cadet Corps (NCC)
Note: Only ONE preference qualification will be considered for tie-breaking purposes
💰 Salary Details (Per Month)
Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month
Pay Level: As per 7th Pay Commission (Level-3 in the Pay Matrix)
🎯 Selection Process
The selection consists of multiple stages:
Stage 1: Written Examination (Offline)
- Type: Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Total Marks: 300
- Total Questions: 150
- Duration: 2 hours
- Mode: OMR-based
Exam Subjects:
- General Knowledge
- General Hindi
- Numerical and Mental Ability
- Mental Aptitude, Intelligence & Logical Ability
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- Unreserved (UR): 30%
- EWS: 25%
- OBC: 25%
- SC/ST: 20%
Note: Candidates scoring below minimum marks will be disqualified
Stage 2: Document Verification
- Verification of educational certificates, category certificates, age proof, etc.
- Qualifying nature
Stage 3: Physical Standard Test (PST) – Qualifying
For Male Candidates:
- Minimum Height: As per category (varies)
- Chest (Unexpanded): Minimum required measurement
- Chest (Expanded): Minimum 5 cm expansion mandatory
For Female Candidates:
- Minimum Height: As per category (varies)
- Minimum Weight: As per category requirements
Stage 4: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying
For Male Candidates:
- Race: 4.8 km in 25 minutes
For Female Candidates:
- Race: 2.4 km in 14 minutes
Note: Candidates failing to meet time requirements will be disqualified
Stage 5: Medical Examination
- Comprehensive medical fitness test
- As per prescribed standards
Stage 6: Character Verification
- Police verification of character and antecedents
- Final clearance
Final Selection: Based on written exam merit, reservation policy, merit-cum-order of preference, and successful completion of all stages
⏳ Age Limit (as on 1st July 2025)
For Male Candidates:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 22 years
- Date of Birth: Between 2nd July 2003 and 1st July 2007
For Female Candidates:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- Date of Birth: Between 2nd July 2000 and 1st July 2007
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 5 years
- UP State Employees: 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per service period
- Other categories: As per government rules
📑 How to Apply
Application Mode: Online only
Step 1: One Time Registration (OTR)
- Visit the official website www.upprpb.in
- Complete One Time Registration (mandatory before applying)
- Requires unique email ID and mobile number
- OTR will be validated via Aadhaar-based OTP
- Update Aadhaar details if mobile number not linked
Step 2: Login and Fill Application
- After OTR, login with credentials
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Enter personal details, educational qualifications, category information
- Upload required documents (scanned copies or via DigiLocker)
- Government employees must upload No Objection Certificate (NOC)
Step 3: Real-time Photograph
- During online application, candidate’s real-time photograph will be captured
- Follow technical standards for photograph, signature, etc.
Step 4: Choose Post Preference
- Select order of preference for desired posts
- No changes allowed after submission
Step 5: Pay Application Fee
- Pay fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI
- General/EWS/OBC: ₹500
- SC/ST: ₹400
Step 6: Submit and Print
- Review all details carefully before final submission
- Take printout of application preview for future reference
Important Instructions:
- Only ONE application per candidate will be accepted
- Multiple applications will lead to rejection
- Fill form accurately – corrections not allowed later
- Keep all original documents ready for verification
⚙️ Key Documents Required
For Online Application (Scanned Copies/DigiLocker):
- Educational Certificates
- 12th class mark sheet and certificate
- Board certificate showing passing year
- Identity Proof
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory for OTR)
- Valid Aadhaar with linked mobile number
- Category Certificates (if applicable)
- SC/ST Certificate (issued by competent authority)
- OBC Certificate (non-creamy layer, issued before last date)
- EWS Certificate (as per prescribed format)
- Age Proof
- Date of Birth certificate
- 10th/12th certificate showing DOB
- Photograph and Signature
- Recent passport-size color photograph
- Signature (will be captured during real-time photography)
- Preference Certificates (if applicable, for tie-breaking)
- “O” Level Computer Certificate from DOEACC/NIELIT
- Territorial Army service certificate (2 years)
- NCC “B” Certificate
- For Government Employees
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer
- Domicile Certificate
- UP Domicile Certificate (for claiming reservation benefits)
For Physical Tests & Final Selection (Originals + Self-attested Copies):
- All of the above documents in original
- Character certificates
- Medical fitness certificate
- Any other documents as specified by the Board
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved/EWS/OBC | ₹500 |
| SC/ST | ₹400 |
Payment Mode: Online only (Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI)
Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances
📘 Important Links
| Link Type | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (One Time Registration) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Instructions:
Eligibility Restrictions:
- Physically handicapped candidates are NOT eligible as per rules
- Candidates with criminal records, bigamy, or moral turpitude are disqualified
- Any false information or documents will lead to disqualification and legal action
Reservation Policy:
- Vertical and horizontal reservations valid only for UP permanent residents
- Women reservation as per departmental guidelines
- All caste and category certificates must be issued by competent authority in prescribed format
General Conditions:
- Number of vacancies may change before exam
- Recruitment may be canceled at any level without reason
- All updates will be published on official website only – no personal correspondence
- Board’s decision will be final and binding
- No TA/DA for any stage of recruitment
For queries and updates, regularly check the official website: www.uppbpb.gov.in



