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UP Police Constable Eligibility Criteria 2023

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The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) will conduct the UP Police Constable selection process to recruit candidates for the post of Constable. The authorities will release the notification along with the UP Police Constable eligibility criteria on the official website.

Candidates willing to secure the post must fulfil all the eligibility requirements before submitting their UP Police Constable application form to avoid disqualification. As the Uttar Pradesh Police Constable 2023 eligibility is yet to be released, candidates can refer to the previous year’s eligibility requirements. Continue reading the article to know more details on the Uttar Pradesh Police Constable eligibility criteria.

Uttar Pradesh Police Constable Eligibility Criteria

Candidates can refer to the below table to know the Uttar Pradesh Police Constable eligibility criteria:

Age Limit

Candidates applying for the UP Police Constable must fall under the below-age criteria:

CategoryAge LimitRelaxation
General (Male)18 to 22 YearsNot Applicable
General (Female)18 to 25 YearsNot Applicable
OBC/SC/ST (Male)18 to 28 YearsFive Years
OBC/SC/ST (Female)18 to 31 YearsFive Years

Educational Qualification

Candidates who cleared their Class 10 and Class 12 or any other equivalent from a recognised board (Uttar Pradesh Board or other Central Boards) are eligible to apply for the examination.

Physical Standards

The following are the physical standards candidates must fulfil to be eligible for the UP Police Constable recruitment:

Category
Height Chest Weight
Male Female Male Female Male Female
SC/ST 160cm 147cm 77cm (Expansion of 5cm) 40kg
UR/OBC 168cm 152cm 79cm (Expansion of 5cm) 40kg

Nationality

Along with the age limit and educational qualification, candidates must meet the below-mentioned nationality requirements to be eligible for the UP Police Constable exam. 

  • The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
  • Tibetan refugees that migrated to India before January 01, 1962, are eligible for the exam.
  • People who migrated from countries to settle permanently in India, such as Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Pakistan, Myanmar, and The United Republic of Tanzania, are eligible for the exam.

FAQs on Uttar Pradesh Police Constable Eligibility Criteria

The following are some of the frequently asked questions on Uttar Pradesh Police Constable eligibility criteria:

Q: Where can I access the UP Police Constable eligibility requirements?

Ans: Candidates can access the eligibility criteria along with the notification on the official website

Q: Is there any age limit for general category candidates appearing for the UP Police Constable exam?

Ans: For male candidates, the age limit is 18 to 22 years, and for female candidates, the age limit is 18 to 25 years.

Q: What are the education requirements to be eligible for the UP Police Constable exam?

Ans: Candidates who cleared their Class 10 and Class 12 or any other equivalent from a recognised board (Uttar Pradesh Board or other Central Boards) will be eligible to apply for the examination.

Q: Are Tibetan refugees eligible to apply for the UP Police Constable exam?

Ans: Yes, Tibetan refugees that migrated to India before January 01, 1962, are eligible for the exam.

Q: Is there any age relaxation for SC category candidates who are appearing for the UP Police Constable exam?

Ans: Yes, candidates belonging to the SC category are given an age relaxation of 5 years.

We hope the above article has answered all your doubts and queries. Embibe wishes you good luck and all the best.
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