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

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has released the official UP Police Constable Syllabus 2026 along with a recruitment notification for 32,679 vacancies at www.uppbpb.gov.in. The written examination is scheduled for 8th, 9th, and 10th June 2026.

UP Police Constable Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026

Understanding the complete syllabus and exam pattern is the most important part of your exam preparation. It helps you plan your study schedule, prioritise important topics, and avoid wasting time on irrelevant areas. This page covers the subject-wise syllabus for all four sections, the updated exam pattern, the selection process, physical test standards, and frequently asked questions.

The 2026 exam pattern has been revised — negative marking has been removed. Each correct answer now carries 2 marks. No marks are deducted for wrong answers.

UP Police Constable Selection Process 2026

The selection process for UP Police Constable 2026 comprises three stages. The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained by candidates in the written examination.

Stage 1 – Written Examination: The written exam consists of 150 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying 300 marks. The exam is conducted offline (OMR-based) in Hindi and English and must be completed within 2 hours. There is no negative marking in 2026.

Stage 2 – Document Verification & Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates shortlisted on the written exam merit list are called for document verification and a Physical Standard Test (PST), which checks height and other physical measurements as per UPPRPB norms.

Stage 3 – Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates who qualify in the PST are called for the Physical Efficiency Test, which includes a running race. Standards differ for male and female candidates.

UP Police Constable Exam Pattern 2026 

Before proceeding with the UP Police Constable syllabus, you should be aware of the detailed exam pattern for the written test. This will provide you with information about the types of questions, the marking scheme, subjects, total marks, and other details.

• 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 tests awareness of national and international events, Indian history, geography, science, and topics specific to Uttar Pradesh. Key topics 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 section evaluates the command of the Hindi language — grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and literary knowledge.

• 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

Candidates can also download the UP Police Syllabus PDF for Constable posts to prepare accordingly for the upcoming exam. 

Download UP Police Constable Syllabus PDF

UP Police Constable Preparation Tips 2026

With 32,679 seats and high competition expected, here are targeted preparation strategies for each subject:

• 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.