UP Police Recruitment 2026 is a massive opportunity for government job seekers in Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially released the notification for 32,679 vacancies, which includes posts for Civil Police, PAC, Special Security Force, Mounted Police, and Jail Warder. Candidates who have completed their 12th grade (Intermediate) are eligible to apply. The online application process starts on December 31, 2025, and ends on January 30, 2026. This article provides all the essential details like age limits, physical standards, syllabus, and how to apply in a very simple and easy-to-understand way.
UP Police Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
December 31, 2025
Application Start Date
December 31, 2025
Last Date For Registration
January 30, 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
January 30, 2026
Correction / Fee Adjustment Date
February 02, 2026
Admit Card Release Date
To be announced
Exam Date
To be announced
Application Fee
Category
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS
₹ 500/-
SC / ST
₹ 400/-
Payment Mode
Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI)
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Age Details (as of 01-07-2025)
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age (Male)
22 Years (Born between 02-07-2003 and 01-07-2007)
Maximum Age (Female)
25 Years (Born between 02-07-2000 and 01-07-2007)
Age Relaxation
05 Years for SC/ST/OBC (Uttar Pradesh Domicile only)
UP Police Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Detail
Information
Total Posts
32,679 Posts
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PRPB-B (Constable PAC & Other Cadres)-07/2025
Post Name: Constable Civil Police
10,469
Post Name: Constable PAC / Armed Police (Male)
15,131
Post Name: Jail Warder (Male)
3,279
Post Name: Jail Warder (Female)
106
Post Name: Female Constable (Female Battalion)
2,282
Post Name: Special Security Force (Male)
1,341
Post Name: Mounted Police (Male)
71
UP Police Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Criteria
Qualification
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 12th Class (Intermediate) exam from a recognized board in India or equivalent.
Nationality
Must be a citizen of India, a Tibetan refugee (before 1962), or a person of Indian origin migrated from specific countries for permanent settlement.
Marital Status
Candidates with more than one living spouse are not eligible.
Character
Must be suitable for government service employment.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Note: The table below shows the total distribution across major categories for Civil Police (example).
Category
Vacancy Count (Civil Police)
Unreserved (General)
4,191
EWS
1,046
OBC
2,826
Scheduled Caste (SC)
2,198
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
208
Total (Civil Police)
10,469
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Location
Details
Job Location
Uttar Pradesh
Who Can Apply?
Candidates from all states can apply. However, candidates from states other than Uttar Pradesh will be treated as “General” category and will not get reservation benefits.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Description
Photograph
Live photo via webcam (Real-time). No mask/cap. Plain background preferred.
Signature
Black ink on white paper (Size: 30KB – 50KB).
Educational Certs
10th and 12th Class Marksheet/Certificate.
Identity Proof
Aadhaar Card (recommended for authentication), PAN Card, or Voter ID.
Caste/Category Certificate
For OBC/SC/ST/EWS (Must be current and valid for the financial year 2025-26).
Domicile Certificate
Required for UP residents claiming reservation.
OTR Details
One Time Registration credentials.
UP Police Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Subject
Topics Covered
General Knowledge
History, Constitution, Economy, UP Culture, Police System, Human Rights, Current Affairs, Cyber Crime, GST, Awards.
