UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026
Notification Out for 32,679 Vacancies
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has released the official notification for the direct recruitment of Constables, PAC, Jail Warders, and other equivalent posts. This is a massive opportunity for 12th-pass candidates looking to join the UP Police force.
Here are the authentic details from the official notification (Advertisement No. PRPB-B(Aarakhi PAC and Other Cadre)–07/2025).
1. Important Dates
Notification Release Date: December 31, 2025
Online Application Starts: December 31, 2025
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: January 30, 2026
Last Date for Fee Adjustment/Correction: February 2, 2026
Exam Date: To be notified later
2. Vacancy Details (Total: 32,679 Posts)
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Gender Eligibility |
| Constable Civil Police | 10,469 | Male & Female |
| Constable PAC (Armed Police) | 15,131 | Male Only |
| Constable Special Security Force | 1,341 | Male Only |
| Constable (Female Battalion) | 2,282 | Female Only |
| Constable Mounted Police | 71 | Male Only |
| Jail Warder | 3,279 | Male Only |
| Jail Warder (Female) | 106 | Female Only |
| TOTAL | 32,679 |
3. Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / All Female Categories: ₹400/-
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have passed the Intermediate (Class 12th) examination from a recognized board in India or an equivalent qualification approved by the government.
Age Limit:
Male Candidates: 18 to 22 Years
Female Candidates: 18 to 25 Years
Age Relaxation:
Applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh as per government rules.
5. Selection Process
The selection will be based on the following stages:
- Written Examination (Offline OMR Based)
- Document Verification & Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (Running)
- Medical Examination
6. Physical Standards (PST)
- Height:
- Male (Gen/OBC/SC): 168 cm | Male (ST): 160 cm
- Female (Gen/OBC/SC): 152 cm | Female (ST): 147 cm
- Chest (Male Only):
- Gen/OBC/SC: 79 cm (Unexpanded) to 84 cm (Expanded)
- ST: 77 cm (Unexpanded) to 82 cm (Expanded)
- Minimum 5 cm expansion is mandatory.
7. How to Apply
- Visit the official website: uppbpb.gov.in
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if not already done.
- Log in and fill out the application form for “Direct Recruitment 2025 for Constable & Equivalent Posts”.
- Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, 10th/12th Marksheets).
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the final application for future reference.
Note for Aspirants: Ensure you apply before the deadline of January 30, 2026, to avoid last-minute server issues. Start your preparation now!