Lucknow – UP Police Recruitment 2025: Over 24,000 Vacancies to Be Announced Soon — Golden Opportunity for Aspiring Candidates A massive opportunity is knocking on the doors of government job aspirants in Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is all set to launch a major recruitment drive for more than 24,000 positions in the state police department. The recruitment notification is expected to be officially released by June 15, 2025, with online applications to follow soon after.
Contents
- 1 🔔 Vacancies Overview: Constables & Sub-Inspectors
- 2 📋 Breakdown of Constable Vacancies
- 3 📋 Breakdown of Sub-Inspector Vacancies
- 4 🕐 Age Relaxation and Application Expectations
- 5 📝 Selection Process
- 6 🔐 Recruitment Infrastructure Ready
- 7 👩✈️ Special Opportunity for Women Candidates
- 8 🏃♂️ Coaching Centers Buzzing with Activity
- 9 💼 Employment and Strength for the Police Force
- 10 ✅ Key Takeaways
- 11 📣 Final Word
🔔 Vacancies Overview: Constables & Sub-Inspectors
The upcoming recruitment will cover two of the most sought-after positions in UP Police:
- 19,220 Constable posts
- 4,543 Sub-Inspector (SI) posts
This recruitment is set to become one of the largest police hiring campaigns in recent years, providing thousands of youth with a chance to join the prestigious force.
📋 Breakdown of Constable Vacancies
Here’s how the 19,220 constable vacancies are divided among various police units:
| Unit | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| PAC (Male) | 9,837 |
| PAC (Female Battalion) | 2,282 |
| Civil Police | 3,245 |
| Armed Police (PAC) | 2,444 |
| Special Security Force (SSF) | 1,341 |
| Mounted Police | 71 |
📋 Breakdown of Sub-Inspector Vacancies
The 4,543 Sub-Inspector posts are split among different roles:
| Role | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Civil Police Sub-Inspector | 4,242 |
| Platoon Commander / SI (Female Battalion) | 106 |
| Platoon Commander / SI (Armed Police) | 135 |
| SI / Platoon Commander (SSF) | 60 |
🕐 Age Relaxation and Application Expectations
The UP state cabinet has approved a 3-year age relaxation for the SI posts, benefiting candidates who missed out on previous recruitment cycles due to the pandemic or other reasons.
Given the scale of this drive, over 35 lakh applications are expected. For reference, a previous constable recruitment for 60,244 posts drew 48 lakh applicants, showcasing the intensity of competition.
📝 Selection Process
The recruitment process will include the following stages:
- Online Application
- Written Examination
- Objective-type paper covering:
- General Knowledge
- Mental Ability
- Logical Reasoning
- Law & Constitution
- Crime Control & Management
- Objective-type paper covering:
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Race requirements:
- Male: 4.8 km in fixed time
- Female: 2.4 km in fixed time
- Race requirements:
- Document Verification
🔐 Recruitment Infrastructure Ready
UPPRPB has finalized preparations for the recruitment process, including:
- Testing of the online application portal
- Selection of examination centers
- Security protocols for smooth conduct of exams
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website: http://uppbpb.gov.in for updates.
👩✈️ Special Opportunity for Women Candidates
The recruitment also includes 2,282 positions in the Women’s PAC Battalion, presenting a great opportunity for female candidates to enter the force. Additional Sub-Inspector roles are also open for women, encouraging gender diversity in the police force.
🏃♂️ Coaching Centers Buzzing with Activity
The announcement has sparked excitement among aspirants and coaching institutes across Uttar Pradesh. Both offline and online platforms are witnessing a surge in enrollment for police exam preparation.
Experts are calling this “the biggest recruitment drive of the year in the state,” and have advised students to start early preparation to secure a place in the final merit list.
💼 Employment and Strength for the Police Force
This mega recruitment campaign not only promises employment to lakhs of young individuals but also aims to strengthen the UP Police with fresh energy and manpower. If conducted in a timely and transparent manner, this drive will become a key pillar of the Yogi Adityanath government’s “Nyay, Suraksha, Seva” (Justice, Security, and Service) vision.
✅ Key Takeaways
- Notification Expected: By June 15, 2025
- Total Posts: Over 24,000
- Online Applications: Likely to begin soon after notification
- Eligibility: 3-year age relaxation approved for SI roles
- Expected Applicants: 35 lakh+
- Website to Apply: http://uppbpb.gov.in
📣 Final Word
If you’re preparing for government jobs and especially the police force, this is your moment. Stay updated, keep documents ready, and begin your focused preparation right away. With proper planning and commitment, you could be the next brave officer serving the state of Uttar Pradesh.
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