The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially announced the UP Police Constable & Jail Warder Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for a massive 32,679 vacancies. This recruitment drive covers multiple posts including Constable Civil Police, PAC/Armed Police, Special Security Force, Mounted Police, Female Constable (Women Battalion), and Jail Warder (Male/Female).
Candidates who have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognized board are eligible to apply. The online application process begins on 31 December 2025 and will remain open until 30 January 2026 through the official website uppbpb.gov.in. The selection process includes a written examination, PST, PET, document verification, medical examination, and character verification. Selected candidates will receive a salary in the pay scale of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100.
UP Police Constable & Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB), Lucknow |
| Post Name | Constable Civil Police, PAC/Armed Police, Special Security Force, Mounted Police, Female Constable (Women Battalion), Jail Warder (Male/Female) |
| Total Vacancies | 32,679 |
| Salary | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Educational Qualification | 12th Pass or equivalent |
| Age Limit | Male: 18–22 Years, Female: 18–25 Years (as on 01-07-2025) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Last Date | 30 January 2026 |
| Official Website | https://uppbpb.gov.in |
UP Police Constable & Jail Warder Vacancy Details 2026
Constable – Special Security Force (Male Only)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 538 |
| EWS | 134 |
| OBC | 362 |
| SC | 281 |
| ST | 26 |
| Total | 1341 |
Female Constable – Women Battalion (Lucknow, Badaun, Gorakhpur)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 916 |
| EWS | 228 |
| OBC | 615 |
| SC | 478 |
| ST | 45 |
| Total | 2282 |
Mounted Police Constable (Male Only)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 30 |
| EWS | 7 |
| OBC | 19 |
| SC | 14 |
| ST | 1 |
| Total | 71 |
Jail Warder (Male)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1314 |
| EWS | 327 |
| OBC | 885 |
| SC | 688 |
| ST | 65 |
| Total | 3279 |
Jail Warder (Female)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 44 |
| EWS | 10 |
| OBC | 28 |
| SC | 22 |
| ST | 2 |
| Total | 106 |
UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed 12th Class (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
- Appearing or result-awaiting candidates are not eligible.
- Candidates must possess valid certificates at the time of application.
- Additional qualifications such as NIELIT ‘O’ Level, Territorial Army service (2 years), or NCC ‘B’ Certificate will be given preference in tie-breaking, but no extra marks will be awarded.
UP Police Constable Age Limit 2026 (As on 01-07-2025)
- Male Candidates: 18 to 22 Years
(Born between 02 July 2003 and 01 July 2007) - Female Candidates: 18 to 25 Years
(Born between 02 July 2000 and 01 July 2007)
Age Relaxation
- SC / ST / OBC / UP Govt Employees: 5 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per service period
- Detailed category-wise age relaxation is available in the official notification.
UP Police Constable Salary 2026
- Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
- Pay Level as per 7th Pay Commission
- Additional allowances as per UP Government rules
UP Police Constable Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST | ₹400 |
Fee must be paid online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI.
The application fee is non-refundable.
Important Dates – UP Police Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 31 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment | 02 February 2026 |
UP Police Constable Selection Process 2026
- Written Examination (OMR Based)
- 150 Questions | 300 Marks | 2 Hours
- Subjects: GK, Hindi, Numerical Ability, Mental Ability, Reasoning
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- UR: 30%
- OBC/EWS: 25%
- SC/ST: 20%
- Document Verification
- Physical Standard Test (PST) – Qualifying
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying
- Male: 4.8 km in 25 minutes
- Female: 2.4 km in 14 minutes
- Medical Examination
- Character Verification
Final selection will be based on written exam merit, reservation rules, and post preference.
How to Apply Online for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) using Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- Login to the UPPRPB portal.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents and real-time photograph.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the final printout for future reference.
Important Links – UP Police Constable 2026
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Age Relaxation Notice: Click Here
- Official Website: https://uppbpb.gov.in
UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the minimum qualification for UP Police Constable 2026?
12th Pass from a recognized board.
Q2. What is the age limit for male and female candidates?
Male: 18–22 Years | Female: 18–25 Years.
Q3. What is the selection process?
Written Exam, PST, PET, Document Verification, Medical & Character Verification.
Q4. What is the application fee?
₹500 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹400 for SC/ST.
Q5. What are the application dates?
31 December 2025 to 30 January 2026.
