UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: 32,679 Posts Up for...

UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026: 32,679 Posts Up for Grabs, Apply Before January 30

Massive opportunity for youngsters in Uttar Pradesh. The UP Police Recruitment Board has kicked off applications for 32,679 Constable posts and the form is live right now.

If you've been waiting for a government job in police, this is probably the biggest recruitment drive you'll see this year. Let's break down everything you need to know.

UP Police Constable Recruitment 2026 : Official Notification

What Posts Are Available?

This isn't just for one type of Constable role. Multiple positions are being filled:

• Constable Civil Police
• Constable PAC (Provincial Armed Constabulary)
• Constable Armed Police
• Constable Special Security Force
• Female Constable for Women's Battalion
• Jail Warder (Male)

Total vacancies? 32,679 posts. That's a huge number by any standard.

Important Dates

You've got a decent window, but don't wait till the last week. Server crashes are common when lakhs of people try applying together.

Who Can Apply?

Education – You need to have passed the 12th class from any recognized board. That's the minimum requirement. No graduation needed.

One important thing – if you've just appeared for 12th and results are pending, you cannot apply. You need to have the marksheet in hand at the time of application.

Age – As per UP Police norms, with relaxation for reserved categories.

Physical Standards – This is where many candidates get stuck. You need to meet height requirements:

If you're short by even a centimeter, you won't clear the physical test. So be honest with yourself before applying.

Application Fee 

Pay through online mode only. Keep the payment receipt safe.

How to Apply?

Pretty straightforward process:

Go to uppbpb.gov.in and look for the Constable recruitment link. Click on it and start filling your details – name, email, mobile number, and other basic info.

Upload your photo, signature, and required documents. Make sure the scans are clear and within the size limits mentioned.

Pay the application fee online. Double-check all your entries before final submission.

Take a printout of the confirmation page. You'll need it later.

Selection Process

Getting selected isn't a one-step thing. You'll go through multiple rounds:

Round 1 – Written Examination (Computer-Based)

Round 2 – Document Verification

Round 3 – Physical Standard Test (height and chest measurement)

Round 4 – Physical Efficiency Test (running, long jump, etc.)

Round 5 – Medical Test

Final – Merit List and Selection

Clear all stages and you're in.

Qualifying Marks for Written Exam

Different categories have different passing marks:

Score above this to move to the physical round. Obviously, higher marks mean better rank in the merit list.

A Few Tips

Start preparing for the written exam now. Competition is brutal – lakhs will apply for these 32,679 seats.

Work on your fitness. Many candidates clear the written exam but fail in physical tests. Running, stamina, and meeting height/weight standards matter equally.

Fill the form carefully. One wrong entry can cause rejection later during document verification.

Keep checking uppbpb.gov.in for updates on admit cards and exam dates.