UP Police Recruitment 2026: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced the biggest ever recruitment drive for Uttar Pradesh Police. More than 81,000 vacancies will be filled for various posts including constables, sub-inspectors, Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), jail warders, and technical posts.The recruitment notifications will be released in phases by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB). Candidates can check the official updates on the website uppbpb.gov.in.
The recruitment will be done in a phased manner.
As per the announcement, the recruitment drive will take place during the financial year 2026-27. Some recruitment process has already started while others will be announced soon.According to CM Yogi Adityanath, the recruitment drive is aimed at strengthening the police force and creating employment opportunities.“Fiscal year 2026-27 is going to be very important for the youth. This year, preparations are underway to fill more than 81,000 vacancies in the Uttar Pradesh Police. This recruitment drive will not only provide employment to the youth but also energize the state and provide a modern police force,” he said in a post on X.
UP Police Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
Vacancies will be filled in various posts:
- Constable (Civil Police): 32,679 Posts (Continued)
- Sub Inspector (SI/Daroga): 4,800+ Posts (Exam held in March 2026)
- SI/ASI Clerical Cadre: 537 Posts (Continued)
- PAC Constable: Be informed.
- Jail Warder: To be informed.
- Secret Sub-Inspector: To be informed.
- Radio Assistant Operator: To be notified.
- Computer Operator Grade-A: To be notified.
- Special Security Force (SSF): To be notified.
- Mounted Police Constable: To be notified.
- Women’s Battalion: To be notified.
Most of the posts require 12th pass or graduation qualification depending on the position.
Selection process
The selection process for UP Police Recruitment 2026 will include the following steps:Step 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)Candidates will participate in objective type written test. The test will cover:
- General knowledge
- Hindi
- Reasoning
- Numerical Ability
- Law and Constitution (for SI Posts)
Step 2: Physical Standard Test (PST)Candidates height, chest and weight will be measured as per the criteria.Step 3: Physical Performance Test (PET)Physical fitness will be tested by running:
- Male candidates: Run 4.8 km in 28 minutes.
- Female candidates: Run 2.4 km in 16 minutes.
Step 4: Document verificationCandidates must submit original documents including:
- Educational credentials
- Proof of age
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
Step 5: Medical examinationCandidates will have to undergo a medical fitness test including:
- The vision
- Hearing
- Physical fitness
- Overall health
- Important Note for Candidates
Candidates are advised to visit the official website regularly for updates. Notification for remaining posts will be released soon.This recruitment drive is expected to be one of the biggest recruitment drives for the Uttar Pradesh Police in recent years.
