UP Police Sub Inspector Exam Date Announced for 2026

The UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board has confirmed the dates for the Sub Inspector recruitment exam, scheduled for March 14 and 15, 2026. This recruitment will fill 4,543 positions, including various Sub Inspector roles. The exam will consist of 160 questions across multiple subjects, with specific qualifying marks required for candidates. For those interested in applying, further details can be found on the official website. Stay informed about the exam pattern and preparation tips to enhance your chances of success.

By Ambika Singh Dec 5, 2025, 09:11 IST

UP Police Exam Schedule for 2026

UP Police Exam Date 2025: The UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially announced the dates for the Sub Inspector (SI) recruitment examination. As per the latest notification, the exam is set to take place on March 14 and 15, 2026. Interested candidates who have submitted their applications for the SI role can find more details on the official website.

A total of 4,543 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. The available positions include:

Sub Inspector Civil Police

Platoon Commander PSC/Sub Inspector Armed Police

Platoon Commander/Sub Inspector Special Security Force

Female Sub Inspector Civil Police

Exam Format

The SI recruitment examination will utilize an OMR sheet format. This comprehensive 400-mark test will be conducted over a duration of two hours, featuring a total of 160 questions. The breakdown of the exam includes:

40 questions from General Hindi

40 questions from Basic Law/Constitution/General Knowledge

40 questions from Numerical and Mental Ability Test

40 questions from Mental Aptitude Test/Intelligence Test/Reasoning Test

Each section will be allocated 100 marks.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

To pass the SI recruitment exam, candidates must achieve at least 35% in each section and an overall score of 50%. Those who do not meet these criteria will be deemed unsuccessful.