UP Police SI Physical Test and DV Notice 2026

The UP Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Physical Test and Document Verification for 2026 is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB). This recruitment is for the post of Sub-Inspector in the Civil Police cadre of Uttar Pradesh Police. Candidates who have successfully cleared the written examination are now eligible for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standards Test (PST), and Document Verification rounds. This is a crucial stage in the selection process for one of India's largest state police forces. The SI post offers an excellent career opportunity in law enforcement with competitive salary, job security, and opportunities for professional growth in the UP Police hierarchy.

Important Dates

Vacancy Breakdown (Typical / Indicative)

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University
• ITI certification may be given additional preference in technical postings
• Candidates must possess the degree certificate at the time of document verification
• Degree obtained through distance learning must be from UGC/AICTE recognized institutions

Age Limit

Age as on 01 July 2026

Age Relaxation

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Must be a domicile of Uttar Pradesh state
• Character certificate from local authorities required

The application process for the written examination has already been completed. The current stage involves:

1. Check Eligibility: Visit the official UP Police website (uppbpb.gov.in) and verify your roll number in the list of qualified candidates for Physical Test
2. Download Call Letter: Log in using your registration number and password to download the Physical Test admit card/call letter
3. Note Test Schedule: Check your assigned date, time, and venue for Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standards Test
4. Prepare Documents: Arrange all original certificates and self-attested photocopies as per the document verification checklist
5. Medical Fitness: Ensure you are medically fit as per the prescribed standards; carry a medical fitness certificate if required
6. Report to Venue: Reach the designated center on the scheduled date with call letter and original documents
7. Appear for Tests: Complete Physical Standards Test (height, chest measurement), Physical Efficiency Test (running), and Document Verification

Application Fees (Already paid during initial application)

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): Already completed - 400 questions of 400 marks covering General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical & Mental Ability, Mental Aptitude, IQ & Reasoning. Duration: 2 hours.

1. Physical Standards Test (PST): Verification of minimum physical standards including height, chest measurement (for males), and weight. Candidates not meeting prescribed standards are rejected at this stage.

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Running test for male candidates (4800 meters in 28 minutes) and female candidates (2400 meters in 16 minutes). Candidates failing to complete within the time limit are eliminated.

1. Document Verification (DV): Verification of educational certificates, caste certificates, domicile, date of birth proof, character certificate, and other relevant documents. Discrepancies lead to disqualification.

1. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical examination to assess fitness for police duties including vision, hearing, cardiovascular fitness, and general health parameters.

1. Final Merit List: Based on marks obtained in the written examination (CBT), a final merit list is prepared subject to successful completion of all subsequent stages.

Written Examination Pattern (Already Completed)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Physical Standards Test (PST)

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

The written examination (Computer Based Test) has already been completed. The syllabus covered:

General Knowledge

• Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
• Indian National Movement
• Geography of India and World
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy
• General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Current National and International Affairs
• Sports and Culture
• Awards and Honors
• Important Days and Events

General Hindi

• Hindi Grammar (Sandhi, Samas, Vilom Shabd, Paryayvachi)
• Hindi Comprehension
• Muhavare aur Lokoktiyan
• Passage-based questions
• Error correction
• Sentence formation
• Fill in the blanks

Numerical & Mental Ability

• Number System
• HCF and LCM
• Average, Percentage, Profit & Loss
• Time and Work
• Speed, Distance and Time
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Ratio and Proportion
• Age Problems
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)
• Simplification and Approximation

Mental Aptitude, IQ & Reasoning

• Logical Reasoning (Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding)
• Syllogism
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Seating Arrangement
• Puzzle Solving
• Statement and Conclusions
• Statement and Assumptions
• Venn Diagrams
• Number and Alphabetical Series
• Mental Aptitude (Decision making, Judgment, Problem solving)
• Situational Judgment Tests

UP Police Sub-Inspector Salary Structure (Typical)

Additional Benefits: Grade Pay, Police Duty Allowance, Special Duty Allowance, Uniform Allowance, Medical facilities for self and family, Government accommodation or HRA, Leave Travel Allowance (LTA), pension benefits under National Pension Scheme (NPS), and various other allowances as per UP government rules.

UP Police Sub-Inspectors have excellent career progression opportunities through departmental promotion exams and seniority. The typical career path includes promotion to Inspector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy.SP), Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl.SP), and potentially to Superintendent of Police (SP) and higher ranks through consistent performance and qualifying departmental examinations. Officers also receive regular training opportunities and can specialize in various wings like Crime Branch, Intelligence, Traffic, Cyber Crime, or Anti-Terrorism Squad, enhancing both professional expertise and promotion prospects.

Admit cards for Physical Efficiency Test and Document Verification are released on the official UP Police Recruitment Board website (uppbpb.gov.in) approximately 7-10 days before the scheduled test date. Candidates must log in using their registration number and password/date of birth to download the admit card. The admit card contains crucial details including candidate's name, roll number, photograph, test date, time, venue address, and reporting time. It is mandatory to carry the admit card along with a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport) to the examination center.

Results of the Physical Efficiency Test and Document Verification are typically declared within 15-30 days after completion of all tests. The UP Police Recruitment Board publishes the list of successful candidates who have qualified in the physical tests and document verification on the official website. Candidates can check their result by entering their roll number or registration number. The final merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the Computer Based Test (written examination), and appointments are offered in merit order subject to successful completion of medical examination and police verification.

The cutoff for UP Police SI is determined based on the difficulty level of the examination, total number of vacancies, and number of candidates appearing. Typical cutoff marks in the written examination range from 220-250 marks out of 400 for General category, 200-230 for OBC, 180-210 for SC, and 170-200 for ST category. The Physical Standards Test and Physical Efficiency Test are qualifying in nature with no marks awarded. Final selection depends on written examination marks, and candidates are called for physical tests in the ratio of 1:10 to 1:15 of advertised vacancies category-wise.

Physical Test Centers (Region-wise)

North: Lucknow, Meerut, Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Moradabad, Saharanpur

Central UP: Kanpur, Unnao, Fatehpur, Sitapur, Hardoi, Lakhimpur Kheri

East: Varanasi, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Gorakhpur, Azamgarpur, Jaunpur, Ghazipur, Ballia, Deoria

West: Gautam Budh Nagar (Noida), Ghaziabad, Bulandshahr, Mathura, Firozabad

Bundelkhand: Jhansi, Banda, Chitrakoot, Mahoba

Note: Specific test centers and dates are assigned to candidates based on their district of residence and exam roll number. Candidates cannot choose or change the allotted test center.