Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) invites applications for Sub Inspector (Civil Police), Sub Inspector (Civil Police – Women), and Sub Inspector / Platoon Commander (Special Security Force) positions. This role is ideal for candidates committed to public service, law enforcement, and maintaining peace and order across Uttar Pradesh.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain law and order, ensure public safety, and respond to emergency situations.
Conduct preliminary inquiries and investigations; prepare reports and case documentation.
Support crime prevention initiatives, community policing, and public grievance handling.
Enforce applicable laws, traffic rules, and departmental procedures.
Coordinate with senior officers and other units on operational requirements.
For SSF Platoon Commander roles: assist in unit leadership, discipline, and security operations as assigned.

Selection Process

Written Examination
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Document Verification
Medical Examination

Written Exam Pattern (2025)

Total Questions: 160 | Total Marks: 400 | Composite Time: 2 hours

General Hindi: 40 Questions / 100 Marks
Current Affairs + Basic Law/Constitution + General Knowledge: 40 Questions / 100 Marks
Numerical & Mental Ability Test: 40 Questions / 100 Marks
Mental Aptitude / IQ / Reasoning Ability: 40 Questions / 100 Marks

Indicative Syllabus Coverage

General Hindi

Hindi alphabet, grammar, synonyms/antonyms, one-word substitutions
Reading comprehension, spelling, sentence correction, idioms and phrases
Prefixes/suffixes, sandhi, samas, gender/number/case, ras/chhand/alankar
Noted poets/authors and works; awards in Hindi language

General Knowledge / Current Affairs / Basic Law / Constitution

India and neighboring countries, science & development, awards, sports
Books/authors, scripts, capitals/currencies, Indian languages
Law & Constitution: human rights, traffic rules, national security issues
Principles of crime & punishment, right of self-defense, basic legal knowledge
Constitution: features, fundamental rights, DPSP, amendments, All India Services
Laws related to women/children, SC/ST reservation, environment & wildlife

Numerical Ability

Number system, simplification, HCF/LCM, decimals/fractions
Interest (simple/compound), profit & loss/discount, partnership
Time & work, distance, ratio/proportion, percentage, mensuration
Tables/graphs interpretation

Mental Ability / IQ / Reasoning & Mental Aptitude

Series, coding-decoding, analogy, direction sense, blood relations, Venn diagrams
Logical diagrams, data interpretation, implied meanings, argument strength
Observation, visual memory, discrimination, problem-solving, judgment & decision-making
Mental aptitude: law & order, communal harmony, crime control, rule of law
Professional attitude: adaptability, interest in profession, mental toughness, gender sensitivity, sensitivity toward minorities/underprivileged

Requirements

Education: Graduation (as per official UP Police/UPPRPB rules).
Eligibility: Must meet age limit and other criteria as notified by UPPRPB.
Skills: Strong communication, integrity, situational awareness, and ability to work under pressure.
Fitness: Must qualify PET/PST and medical standards as prescribed.

Benefits

Stable government role with structured career progression.
Training and professional development in policing and leadership.
Opportunity to serve the public and contribute to community safety.
Compensation and allowances as per applicable government norms and pay rules.

About the Company (UPPRPB / Uttar Pradesh Police)

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is responsible for conducting transparent recruitment and promotion processes for the Uttar Pradesh Police. Uttar Pradesh Police is one of India’s largest state police forces and plays a critical role in maintaining law and order, preventing crime, and ensuring citizen safety across the state.

How to Apply

Apply online through the official UPPRPB portal as per the recruitment notification. Keep your documents ready for verification and follow instructions for PET/PST and medical examination stages.

Official Website: https://uppbpb.gov.in/