Overview
UP Police Constable is one of India's largest state-level police recruitment drives, filling Civil Police Constable posts across Uttar Pradesh's districts. Given the state's large population and the scale of vacancies typically announced, applicant volumes run into the tens of lakhs, making it one of the most competitive constable-level exams nationally purely on a numbers basis. Selection runs through a written exam, Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test, document verification and a medical examination — a broadly similar structure to other state police constable exams, but at a significantly larger operational scale.
What's New in the 2026 Cycle
What changed in the 2026 cycle
- One of the largest-scale police recruitment drives in the country by applicant volume, given Uttar Pradesh's population.
- Written exam covers General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical & Mental Ability, and Mental Aptitude/IQ/Reasoning.
- PET/PST standards include category and gender-specific race timing and physical measurements.
- Document verification is typically conducted at a large scale in phases given the high number of shortlisted candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18–22 years for General/EWS/OBC candidates (relaxation per state government norms for SC/ST and other reserved categories) |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised Board |
| Nationality | Indian citizen; domicile of Uttar Pradesh as per state recruitment rules |
| Application Fee | ₹400 (General/OBC/EWS candidates). SC/ST candidates typically pay a reduced fee as per the state's fee structure. |
UP Police Constable Exam Pattern
The UP Police Constable selection process runs through written exam + pet/pst + dv + medical. Each stage has its own timing, marking scheme and qualifying rules, detailed below.
Written Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 38 | 76 |
| General Hindi | 37 | 74 |
| Numerical & Mental Ability Test | 38 | 76 |
| Mental Aptitude Test/IQ Test/Reasoning | 37 | 74 |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Race, Height/Chest/Weight measurement | — | Qualifying |
UP Police Constable Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus
Below is the complete topic-wise UP Police Constable syllabus for every subject tested across all stages, with a short note on what each section actually rewards — use this to build a section-wise study plan rather than relying on generic topic summaries.
General Knowledge
Blends national/international current affairs with UP-specific knowledge — don't neglect the state-specific portion.
- Current affairs — national & international, UP-specific news
- Indian history & culture
- Indian geography — physical, social, economic, UP-specific geography
- Indian polity & Constitution
- Indian economy & government schemes
- General science
- Uttar Pradesh-specific general knowledge
General Hindi
Unique to UP Police among many national constable exams — dedicated grammar revision pays off directly.
- Hindi grammar — sandhi, samas, alankar
- Vocabulary, synonyms & antonyms
- Comprehension & essay-style questions
- Common errors in Hindi usage
Numerical & Mental Ability Test
Foundational-level questions — consistent practice on fundamentals is the fastest route to improvement.
- Number system, simplification
- Percentage, ratio & proportion, average
- Profit, loss & discount
- Time, speed & distance, time & work
- Mensuration & basic algebra
- Data interpretation
Mental Aptitude Test/IQ Test/Reasoning
Includes police-context situational judgement, not just standard reasoning — practise exam-specific question styles.
- Logical reasoning & analytical ability
- Public interest, law & order, police-context situational judgement
- Analogies, coding-decoding, series
- Direction sense & blood relations
Selection Process
- Written Examination.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST).
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
Salary & Job Profile
UP Police Constable posts fall under Pay Level 3 of the 7th CPC-equivalent state pay matrix (approximately ₹21,700–₹69,100), plus Dearness Allowance, HRA and other state-specific allowances.
Best Books for UP Police Constable Preparation
- Lucent's General Knowledge
- UP Police Constable General Hindi — Arihant/Youth Competition Times
- Fast Track Objective Arithmetic — Rajesh Verma (Arihant)
- A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning — R.S. Aggarwal
Previous Cut-off Trends
Approximate — always verify officially
UP Police Constable written exam cut-offs vary enormously by category, gender and district/zone allocation, given the very high applicant-to-vacancy ratio typical of this recruitment. Always check the official category-wise and zone-wise cut-off release rather than a single state-level figure.
Preparation Tips
- General Hindi is unique to UP Police among many national-level constable exams — dedicate specific revision time to Hindi grammar rules.
- Given the very high applicant volume, prioritise accuracy over attempting every question in the written exam.
- Build a UP-specific current affairs habit alongside general national/international news, since state-specific GK carries real weight.
- Begin physical training in parallel with written exam preparation, not after the result.
Exam Day Guidelines
- Carry the Document Checker and a valid original photo ID — no exceptions are made for missing documentation.
- Reach the exam centre well before reporting time, given the very high candidate volume typical of UP Police exams.
- No electronic devices are allowed inside the exam hall.
- Start PET training (timed runs) months in advance — this stage eliminates a significant share of candidates independent of written exam rank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised Board.
Given Uttar Pradesh's large population, applicant volumes for this exam typically run into the tens of lakhs, making it one of the most competitive constable-level exams nationally by sheer numbers.
Yes, General Hindi is a dedicated section testing grammar, vocabulary and comprehension, distinct from the General Knowledge section.
Candidates who qualify are called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST), followed by document verification and a medical examination.
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Back to Syllabus Hub — browse all government exam syllabus pagesSyllabus content on this page is compiled and reviewed against the official Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board notification as of 19 May 2026. Exam patterns, vacancies, salary figures and cut-offs are subject to change — always cross-check with the official notification at uppbpb.gov.in before applying.