UP Police SI Recruitment 2025 / The official designation for this recruitment is “UP Police Sub-Inspector and Platoon Commander Recruitment 2025”. The examination is commonly known as UP SI Exam 2025 or UP Daroga Bharti 2025. This recruitment drive encompasses various positions including:
Sub-Inspector (Civil Police) – Male/Female
Sub-Inspector/Platoon Commander (PAC) – Male
Sub-Inspector/Platoon Commander (Special Security Force) – Male
Female Sub-Inspector (Women Battalion)
The examination will be conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB), which is the authorized governing body for police recruitments in the state.
Important Dates/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
| One-Time Registration (OTR) Start Date | July 31, 2025 |
| Official Notification Release Date | August 12, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | August 12, 2025 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | September 11, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | September 11, 2025 |
Application Fee/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | 500 |
| SC / ST | 400 |
Eligibility and Age Limit: Who Can Apply?/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| A Bachelor’s degree from any recognized university in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government. |
| Computer Proficiency: Must have passed the “O” Level Computer Examination from NIELIT (formerly DOEACC Society) or possess an equivalent government-recognized computer qualification. |
| Typing Skills: Proficiency in Hindi typing (minimum 25 words per minute in Unicode on Inscript keyboard) and English typing (minimum 30 words per minute). Additionally, candidates should have Hindi shorthand dictation skills at 80 words per minute (accuracy assessed by UPPRPB) |
Age Limit/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| As of July 1, 2025, candidates must be: Minimum Age: 21 years Maximum Age: 28 years This means candidates must have been born between July 2, 1994, and July 1, 2004 (for General category) |
Age Relaxation/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age after Relaxation |
| SC/ST/OBC | 5 years + 3 years | 36 years |
| Uttar Pradesh State Employees | 5 years + 3 years | 36 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 3 years + 3 years (after deducting military service) | Resultant age should not exceed 34 years |
| All Categories | One-time 3-year relaxation | Additional 3 years |
Physical Standards Test (PST)/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Category | Gender | Height | Chest (Male only) |
| Gen/OBC/SC | Male | 163 cm | 77-82 cm (Unexpanded-Expanded) |
| ST | Male | 156 cm | 75-80 cm (Unexpanded-Expanded) |
| Gen/OBC/SC | Female | 150 cm | Not Applicable |
| ST | Female | 145 cm | Not Applicable |
Total Number of Vacancies/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
Sub-Inspector Civil Police (Male/Female) – 4,242 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (General) | 1705 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 422 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 890 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 890 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 82 |
| Total | 4242 |
Platoon Commander PAC / Armed Police Sub-Inspector (Male only) – 135 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (General) | 56 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 13 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 36 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2 |
| Total | 135 |
Platoon Commander / Sub-Inspector, Special Security Force (Male only) – 60 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (General) | 25 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 6 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 16 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1 |
| Total | 60 |
Female Battalion – Sub-Inspector Nagrik Police (Female only) – 106 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (General) | 47 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 27 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1 |
| Total | 106 |
Job Location: Where Will You Be Posted?/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| All selected candidates will be posted across various districts and units of Uttar Pradesh Police. The posting could be in: Civil Police units across UP districts Armed Police units Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) Special Security Force Women’s Battalion Other specialized units under UP Police |
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR) Visit the official UPPRPB website: uppbpb.gov.in Click on the “One Time Registration (OTR)” link Fill in required details including: Personal information (Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Date of Birth). Category and Gender. AADHAR Number. Contact details (Address, Mobile Number, Email ID). Educational qualifications. Submit the details to generate your OTR ID and password. |
| Step 2: Filling the Main Application Form Login to the UPPRPB portal using your OTR credentials. Click on “Apply Online” for UP SI Recruitment 2025. Fill in the application form with all required details. Upload scanned copies of the following documents: Recent passport-size photograph (as per specifications). Signature (as per specifications). 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates (if mark sheet and certificate are separate, upload both). Graduation mark sheet (mandatory). Graduation degree certificate (if not available, upload provisional degree). Caste certificate (if applicable). Other relevant documents. |
| Step 3: Application Fee Payment Proceed to pay the application fee through the available online payment modes. Verify that the payment is successful. Take a printout of the application form and payment receipt for future reference. |
| Important Instructions for Application Photograph Requirements: Recent passport-size color photo with white background; clearly visible face without sunglasses or hat. Signature Requirements: Should be done on white paper with black ink; must be in running handwriting, not in block letters. Document Specifications: All documents should be in PDF/JPEG format as per size specified in the notification. Caste Certificate for Female Candidates: Must be issued from the father’s side only as per Government Order No. 13/22/16/02/TC-111-Ka-2/2024 dated December 17, 2014. |
Selection Process and Examination Phases/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| 1. Written Examination The first eliminatory round is a computer-based written test. Candidates who qualify based on cutoff marks will proceed to next stage. |
| 2. Physical Standards Test (PST) Height, chest (for males), and weight (for females) measurements. Candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards. Those who fail to meet standards will be eliminated. |
| 3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Tests physical endurance through running events: Male candidates: 4.8 km run in 25 minutes. Female candidates: 2.4 km run in 14 minutes. Candidates found using performance-enhancing drugs will be disqualified and may face legal action. |
| 4. Document Verification Original documents are verified against information provided in application. Educational certificates, caste certificates, age proof, etc. |
| 5. Detailed Medical Examination Comprehensive health checkup including: Eyesight test (vision + color blindness) Hearing test Dental examination Blood and urine tests Hand and leg examination Knock knee test Flat feet test Chest X-ray Drug screening Blood pressure check Electrocardiogram (ECG) |
| 6. Final Merit List Preparation of final merit list based on performance in all stages. Appointment offers based on merit and preference. |
Examination Pattern/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| General Hindi | 40 | 100 | 2.5 Hours |
| Law/Constitution/General Knowledge | 40 | 100 | |
| Numerical & Mental Ability Test | 40 | 100 | |
| Mental Aptitude/Intelligence/Reasoning | 40 | 100 | |
| Total | 160 | 400 |
| Key Features: The exam will be conducted in online mode (Computer-Based Test) No negative marking for wrong answers Minimum qualifying marks: 35% in each subject and 50% overall |
Pay Scale: Rewards and Benefits/UP Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Selected candidates for UP Police SI position will receive an attractive salary package in the Pay Band of 9,300 – 34,800 with Grade Pay of 4,200. The approximate in-hand salary will be around 45,000-50,000 per month after deductions, which may vary based on allowances and deductions |
| Additional benefits include: Dearness Allowance (DA) House Rent Allowance (HRA) Travel Allowance (TA) Medical facilities Insurance coverage Pension benefits under the New Pension Scheme (NPS) Other allowances as per state government rules The job also offers job security, opportunities for promotion, and a respected position in society. |
Most Important Links
| Apply Online | CLICK HERE |
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| Download Notification | CLICK HERE |
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What is the One-Time Registration (OTR) system? Is it mandatory?
Yes, OTR is mandatory for all applicants since July 31, 2025. It creates a permanent profile for candidates on UPPRPB portal, simplifying future application processes.
I haven’t received my graduation degree certificate yet. Can I apply?
Yes, you can upload your graduation mark sheet and provisional degree certificate. However, you must produce the original degree certificate at the time of document verification.
Are there any specific instructions for female candidates applying under reserved categories?
Yes, female candidates must provide caste certificate issued from their father’s side only, as per Government Order No. 13/22/16/02/TC-111-Ka-2/2024 dated December 17, 2014
Is there any relaxation in physical standards for female candidates?
Yes, as mentioned in the physical standards section, the height requirement for General/OBC/SC female candidates is 150 cm and for ST female candidates is 145 cm. There is no chest measurement requirement for females, but they must have a minimum weight of 40 kg.
Can candidates from other states apply for UP Police SI Recruitment?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply provided they meet the eligibility criteria. However, they must fulfill the nationality criteria mentioned in the notification.
What happens if I make multiple payments for application fee?
As per the notification, there is no refund for multiple payments. Candidates should ensure they make only one successful payment.
Is there any negative marking in the written examination?
No, there is no negative marking in the written examination. Each question carries 2 marks
What are the minimum qualifying marks for the written examination?
Candidates need to secure minimum 35% marks in each subject and 50% marks overall to qualify for the next stage
How will the final selection be made?
Final selection will be based on performance in all stages of selection process – written examination, PST, PET, document verification, and medical examination
Where can I get updates about examination date and admit card?
All updates will be available on the official UPPRPB website: uppbpb.gov.in. Candidates should regularly check the website for notifications