The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPBPB) has released its detailed notification for the UP Police Recruitment 2026, announcing 32,679 vacancies for Constable Civil Police and equivalent posts. The board opened the online application window on 31 December 2025. Interested and eligible candidates must apply by 30 January 2026 at the official website, uppbpb.gov.in.
UP Police Recruitment 2026 key details
The advertised posts cover Constable Civil Police, Constable P.A.C./Armed Police, Constable Special Security Force, Female Constable for Women Battalion, Jail Warder (Male) and other equivalent roles under Advertisement Number 07/2025. The board has provided a comprehensive notification that sets out eligibility, the selection process, application procedure, qualifying marks and fee structure.
Applicants must hold a Class 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government of India from a board established by law. Candidates must possess the required qualification at the time of submitting their application. Those who have only appeared for the qualifying examination are not eligible.
How to apply for UP Police Recruitment 2026
Prospective candidates should visit uppbpb.gov.in and follow the link for “UP Police Constable and Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 Apply Online” once it is active. The application requires personal details, valid contact information, and scanned copies of photograph, signature and relevant certificates. Applicants must pay the prescribed fee online and retain a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
The deadline for submission is 30 January 2026. Candidates are advised to read the full notification PDF before applying to ensure they meet all requirements and submit accurate documentation.
Selection process and minimum qualifying marks
The selection will take place in multiple stages. Candidates must first clear a written examination. Those who qualify will face document scrutiny and then appear for the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Successful applicants will undergo a medical examination before the final merit list is prepared.
Category-wise minimum qualifying marks for the written examination have been set at 30 per cent for unreserved candidates, 25 per cent for Economically Weaker Section and Other Backward Class candidates, and 20 per cent for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates.
Application fee and important dates
The application fee is Rs 500 for General, EWS and OBC candidates and Rs 400 for SC and ST candidates. Payment must be made online following the instructions in the notification. The online application link and the detailed notification are available on the UPPBPB website.
This recruitment drive represents one of the state’s largest constable hiring initiatives in recent years and will have implications for employment in the region. Candidates should monitor the official site for any updates or corrigenda issued by the board.
Key Takeaways:
- UP Police Recruitment 2026 opens 32,679 vacancies across constable and jail warder posts.
- Applications accepted online at uppbpb.gov.in until 30 January 2026; Class 12 is minimum qualification.
- Selection includes written test, PST/PET, medical exam and document verification.
- Application fee: Rs 500 for General/EWS/OBC, Rs 400 for SC/ST.
