UP Police Sub Inspector and Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026
Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB)
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UP Police Sub Inspector and Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026
Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB)
Quick facts
About the role
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) invites online applications for 3,824 Sub Inspector (Civil Police) and Platoon Commander posts across police units in the state. Graduates looking for a career in state law enforcement and field administrative policing can apply before 15 November 2026. The recruitment opens doors to both male and female candidates who meet the prescribed physical and educational standards. Selected officers enter service at Pay Matrix Level 6, carrying an initial basic pay of Rs 35,400 alongside standard state allowances. The role demands fieldwork, investigation, public order management, and community policing across rural and urban police stations in Uttar Pradesh. Applicants must hold a recognised degree and clear written testing, physical measurement, and endurance trials to qualify for final station allotments.
Highlights
- 3,824 vacancies across Civil Police and PAC battalions
- Pay Level 6 with starting basic pay of Rs 35,400
- Open to Indian graduates with domicile benefits for UP candidates
- Physical efficiency test requires a 4.8 km run for males and 2.4 km run for females
Selection process
- 1Written Examination (Computer Based Test of 400 marks)
- 2Document Verification and Physical Standard Test (PST)
- 3Physical Efficiency Test (PET - Qualifying Running Trial)
- 4Final Merit List based on written examination scores
How to apply
- 1Open the official UPPRPB recruitment portal at uppbpb.gov.in and click on the SI 2026 link.
- 2Complete one-time registration using an active mobile number and personal email address.
- 3Fill out educational qualifications, category details, and communication address accurately.
- 4Upload scanned copies of recent photograph, signature, and required educational certificates.
- 5Pay the Rs 400 application fee through net banking or UPI and save the acknowledgement receipt.
Important dates
- Notification Release27 Sep 2026
- Online Applications Open05 Oct 2026
- Last Date to Apply15 Nov 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment17 Nov 2026
- Computer Based Exam WindowJan-Feb 2027
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Last date to apply15 Nov 2026
- Fee payment last date17 Nov 2026
- Computer Based Exam WindowJan-Feb 2027
Frequently asked questions
Can final-year college students apply for UP Police SI 2026?
No, applicants must have completed their graduation and hold their final marksheet or degree certificate on or before the application closing date. Candidates awaiting final semester exam results cannot register.
What are the physical height requirements for male and female candidates?
General, OBC, and SC male candidates need a minimum height of 168 cm, while ST candidates need 160 cm. Female applicants require 152 cm for general categories and 147 cm for ST.
Are candidates from other states eligible to apply?
Yes, candidates from other Indian states can apply for these posts. However, non-domicile candidates are treated under the unreserved category and cannot claim caste-based reservation or fee relaxation benefits.
What is the format of the written test?
The test carries 400 marks with 160 objective questions split across General Hindi, Law and Constitution with General Knowledge, Numerical Ability, and Mental Aptitude. Candidates get two hours to finish.
Is there negative marking in the UP Police SI written exam?
The board does not penalise incorrect answers directly, but candidates must achieve at least 35 percent marks in each individual subject section and 50 percent total marks to pass.