UP Police Constable Syllabus 2026: Detailed Exam Pattern, Subject-wise Topics & PDF

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially released the UP Police Constable Syllabus 2026 alongside the recruitment notification for 32,679 vacancies, accessible at www.uppbpb.gov.in. Mark your calendars for the written examination scheduled for June 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2026.

UP Police Constable Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026

A thorough understanding of the exam syllabus and pattern is the cornerstone of effective preparation. It allows you to streamline your study plan, emphasize high-yield topics, and eliminate unnecessary prep work. This comprehensive guide outlines the subject-wise syllabus, updated exam structure, selection phases, physical test criteria, and essential FAQs.

The 2026 exam pattern has been updated to benefit candidates: negative marking has been completely removed. Each correct response is now worth 2 marks, with no penalties for incorrect answers.

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UP Police Constable Selection Process 2026

The recruitment process for the 2026 UP Police Constable post involves three distinct stages. Final selection and merit list determination will be based exclusively on performance in the written examination.

Stage 1 – Written Examination: This OMR-based offline test comprises 150 multiple-choice questions totaling 300 marks. The exam must be completed within 2 hours. Note that there is no negative marking for the 2026 cycle.

Stage 2 – Document Verification & Physical Standard Test (PST): Shortlisted candidates from the written exam will undergo document verification and a Physical Standard Test (PST) to ensure they meet the height and physical measurement requirements set by the UPPRPB.

Stage 3 – Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates clearing the PST proceed to the Physical Efficiency Test, which features a mandatory running test with specific qualifying criteria for male and female applicants.

UP Police Constable Exam Pattern 2026 

Familiarize yourself with the detailed exam pattern for the written test before diving into the syllabus. Understanding the marking scheme, question distribution, and subject weightage is critical for high-scoring preparation.

• Examination Mode - Offline (Pen-Paper)
• Type of Questions - Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions
• Total Number of Questions - 150
• Total Marks - 300
• Marking Scheme - 2 marks for each correct answer
• Negative Marking - No
• Examination Duration - 2 hours

UP Police Constable Syllabus 2026 – Subject-wise Topics

1. General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान)

This section covers general awareness of current national and international events, Indian history, geography, science, and specialized knowledge regarding Uttar Pradesh. Key focus areas include:

• General Science
• History of India
• Indian Constitution
• Indian Economy, Culture and Agriculture
• Commerce and Trade
• Population, Environment and Urbanisation
• Geography of India and the World
• Natural Resources
• Education, culture, and social practices of Uttar Pradesh
• Revenue, Police, and General Administrative System in Uttar Pradesh
• Human Rights
• Internal Security and Terrorism
• India's relations with neighbouring countries
• Topics of National and International Importance
• National and International Organisations
• Demonetization and its impact
• Cybercrime
• GST – Goods and Services Tax
• Awards and Honours
• Countries, Capitals and Currencies
• Important Days
• Research and Discoveries
• Books and their Authors
• Social Media Communication
• Complete Uttar Pradesh (UP) GK

2. General Hindi (सामान्य हिंदी)

This segment evaluates your proficiency in Hindi, covering essential grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and literary insights.

• हिन्दी और अन्य भारतीय भाषायें
• हिन्दी वर्णमाला, तद्भव, तत्सम
• पर्यायवाची, विलोम, अनेकार्थक शब्द
• वाक्यांशों के स्थान पर एक शब्द
• समरूपी भिन्नार्थक शब्द
• अशुद्ध वाक्यों को शुद्ध करना
• लिंग, वचन, कारक
• सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया, काल
• वाच्य, अव्यय, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• सन्धि, समास, विराम-चिन्ह
• मुहावरे एवं लोकोक्तियां
• रस, छन्द, अलंकार
• अपठित बोध
• प्रसिद्ध कवि, लेखक एवं उनकी प्रसिद्ध रचनायें
• हिन्दी भाषा में पुरस्कार
• विविध

3. Numerical and Mental Ability (संख्यात्मक एवं मानसिक योग्यता)

Numerical Ability Topics:

• Number System
• Simplification
• Decimals and Fractions
• HCF and LCM
• Ratio and Proportion
• Percentage
• Profit and Loss
• Discount
• Simple Interest and Compound Interest
• Partnership
• Average
• Time and Work
• Time and Distance
• Use of Tables and Graphs
• Mensuration
• Arithmetical Computation and other Analytical Functions
• Miscellaneous

Mental Ability Topics:

• Logical Diagrams and Symbol Relationships
• Analysis and Perceptual Reasoning
• Word Formation Test
• Letter and Number Series
• Partial Similarity in Words and Alphabets
• Practical Knowledge Test
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Analysis of Data
• Effective Reasoning
• Determining Underlying Meanings

4. Mental Aptitude, IQ and Logical Ability (मानसिक अभिरुचि, बुद्धिलब्धि एवं तार्किक क्षमता)

Mental Aptitude / IQ Topics:

• Relationship and Partial Similarity Test
• Identifying the Odd One Out
• Series Completion Test
• Understanding Codes and Cyphers
• Direction Sense Test
• Blood Relations
• Alphabet-Based Questions
• Time Sequence Test
• Venn Diagrams and Charts
• Analogy Test
• Mathematical Aptitude Test
• Arranging in Order

Reasoning Ability Topics:

• Similarity, Equality, Difference
• Fill in the Blanks
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Judgment
• Decision-Making Ability
• Visual Memory and Discrimination Ability
• Observation, Relationship and Concept
• Arithmetic Reasoning
• Word and Figure Classification
• Number Series
• Understanding Abstract Ideas, Symbols and their Relationships

UP Police Constable Syllabus 2026 PDF

For your convenience, you can download the complete UP Police Syllabus PDF to organize your studies and track your progress effectively. 

Download Official UP Police Constable Syllabus PDF

UP Police Constable Preparation Tips 2026

With 32,679 openings and intense competition, follow these strategic preparation tips tailored for each section of the syllabus:

• General Knowledge: Focus heavily on UP-specific topics (administration, geography, culture) as they carry significant weight and are often overlooked by candidates who prepare only from national GK books.
• General Hindi: Practice grammar rules daily and revise idioms (मुहावरे) and one-word substitutions regularly. These are high-scoring and repeat across previous papers.
• Numerical Ability: Focus on Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, and SI/CI since these appear consistently in previous year papers.
• Reasoning/Aptitude: Practice series completion, blood relations, and direction sense problems daily. Speed matters more than accuracy here since there is no negative marking.
• Attempt All Questions: Since there is no negative marking in 2026, do not leave any question blank. Always attempt all 150 questions.
• Mock Tests: Solve at least 2–3 full-length UP Police Constable mock tests per week in the final 2 months to build speed and accuracy.