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UP Police Constable & Allied Posts Recruitment 2025 : The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has announced a massive recruitment drive for 2025, inviting online applications for various Constable and Jail Warder positions. This recruitment offers a prestigious opportunity for eligible candidates to join the UP Police force across multiple specialized wings.
1.UP Police Constable Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | December 31, 2025 |
| Start Date for Online Application | December 31, 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | January 30, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | January 30, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment/Correction | February 02, 2026 |
2.UP Police Constable Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Gender Eligibility | Total Vacancies |
| Constable Civil Police | Male/Female | 10,469 |
| Constable P.A.C. | Male Only | 15,131 |
| Constable Special Security Force (SSF) | Male Only | 1,341 |
| Female Battalion (Constable) | Female Only | 2,282 |
| Constable Mounted Police | Male Only | 71 |
| Jail Warder (Male) | Male Only | 3,279 |
| Jail Warder (Female) | Female Only | 106 |
| Total Vacancies | 32,679 |
3. UP Police Constable . Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen, a Tibetan refugee (pre-1962), or a person of Indian origin from specified countries.
Educational Qualification: Must have passed the 12th Grade (Intermediate) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board. Candidates appearing in the qualifying exam are not eligible.
Marital Status: Candidates with more than one living spouse are generally ineligible.
4.UP Police Constable Age Limit (As of 01-07-2025)
| Category | Gender | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| General / EWS | Male | 18 Years | 22 Years |
| General / EWS | Female | 18 Years | 25 Years |
| OBC/SC/ST (UP Residents) | Male | 18 Years | 27 Years (5yr relaxation) |
| OBC/SC/ST (UP Residents) | Female | 18 Years | 30 Years (5yr relaxation) |
5. UP Police Constable Selection Process
The selection involves multiple stages to ensure the best candidates are recruited:
Written Examination: An offline OMR-based test of 300 marks (150 questions) lasting 2 hours.
Document Verification & Physical Standard Test (PST): Verification of original documents and measurement of height/chest/weight.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): A qualifying race to test physical endurance.
Medical Examination: Final health check-up by a medical board.
6. UP Police Constable Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹ 500 |
| SC / ST | ₹ 400 |
7. UP Police Constable Salary (Pay Scale)
Pay Band: ₹ 5,200 – ₹ 20,200
Grade Pay: ₹ 2,000
Pay Matrix: ₹ 21,700 – ₹ 69,100 (Level-3)
8.UP Police Constable How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- OTR Registration: Visit the official website and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
2.Fill Application: Log in using OTR details and fill in the required personal and educational information.
3. Preference: Select the order of preference for the various posts (Civil Police, PAC, etc.).
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of educational certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and photos/signatures.
5. Pay Fee: Complete the online fee payment based on your category.
6. Final Submit: Review all details and submit the form. Take a printout for future reference.
9.UP Police Constable Important Links
Event | Date / Link |
Official Notification | |
Online Application Link | |
Official Website | |
Online Application Start Date | December 31, 2025 |
Last Date for Online Application | January 30, 2026 |
10.UP Police Constable FAQs
Q: Can female candidates apply for PAC? No, PAC and SSF posts are only for male candidates.
Q: Is there negative marking? Yes, the written exam usually follows a negative marking pattern as per board rules.
Q: Is OTR mandatory? Yes, One Time Registration is compulsory before applying.
11. UP Police Constable How to Prepare for This Exam
Understand the Syllabus: Focus on the four main subjects: General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical & Mental Ability, and Mental Aptitude/I.Q./Reasoning.
Mock Tests: Solve previous year papers and OMR-based practice sets to manage time during the 2-hour exam.
Physical Fitness: Start daily running and physical exercises early to clear the PET, which is qualifying in nature.
Current Affairs: Stay updated with UP-specific news and national current events for the General Knowledge section.
Hindi Grammar: Scoring well in General Hindi can significantly boost your overall merit.