In a major boost for job seekers in Uttar Pradesh, the state police department is set to launch one of its largest recruitment campaigns this month. The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) will issue a notification for filling more than 20,000 vacancies, creating a significant opportunity for youth aspiring to join the police force.
Massive Vacancies Across Multiple Police Units
The upcoming direct recruitment drive is exceptionally vast in its scope. It aims to fill over 22,000 constable positions across a diverse range of units within the state police. These vacancies are spread across the Civil Police, Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), Special Security Force, and women battalions of the PAC. The recruitment will also cover openings in the Armed Police and Mounted Police units, ensuring a wide array of roles for applicants.
In a parallel hiring process, the state's prison department will recruit approximately 2,800 jail warders. This recruitment will be conducted through the same process managed by the UPPRPB, streamlining applications for these crucial positions within the correctional system.
Delay Leads to Increased Vacancy Count
This recruitment drive has seen a shift from its original schedule. Initially planned for April 2025 to fill 19,220 constable posts, the process was delayed by about eight months. However, this delay inadvertently led to an expansion of the opportunity. During the intervening period, retirements within the force created nearly 3,000 additional vacancies. Recognizing this, the state government decided to increase the total intake, making the current drive substantially larger than first anticipated.
Applicants Advised to Stay Updated
The Exam Controller of the UPPRPB has issued crucial guidance for all prospective candidates. Aspirants are strongly advised to regularly check the board's official website, uppbpb.gov.in, for the latest updates, official notification, application dates, and detailed eligibility criteria. Relying on the official portal is essential to avoid misinformation and ensure a smooth application process.
This recruitment initiative represents one of the most substantial employment opportunities in the state's recent history for those seeking a career in law enforcement and related services. With tens of thousands of posts on offer, it is poised to attract a massive number of applicants from across Uttar Pradesh.
