UP Police Constable Exam Syllabus and Pattern!
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPBPB) conducts the recruitment examination for Constable posts. This article details the expected syllabus and exam pattern for the upcoming UP Police Constable Exam 2025, based on the most recent recruitment cycle.
Important Note
As of April 11, 2025, the official notification for the UP Police Constable 2025 recruitment has not been released. The syllabus and pattern described here are based on the previous notification (December 2023) and are subject to change. Candidates must refer to the official 2025 notification on the UPPBPB website once released.
UP Police Constable Exam Pattern
The selection process typically involves a written examination followed by Document Verification (DV) and Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The written exam pattern from the previous recruitment is as follows:
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks per Section |
|---|---|---|
| Numerical & Mental Ability Test (संख्यात्मक और मानसिक क्षमता) | 38 | 76 |
| General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान) | 38 | 76 |
| General Hindi (सामान्य हिंदी) | 37 | 74 |
| Mental Aptitude / IQ / Reasoning Ability (मानसिक योग्यता / बुद्धिलब्धि / तार्किक क्षमता) | 37 | 74 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
Key Exam Details
- Exam Mode: Offline (OMR Based)
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
- Question Type: Objective Type / Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Language: Bilingual (Hindi and English), except for the General Hindi section.
- Marking Scheme: +2 marks for each correct answer.
- Negative Marking: Yes, 0.5 marks deducted for each incorrect answer (as per the Dec 2023 notification).
UP Police Constable Syllabus: Subject-wise Topics
Here's a breakdown of the topics covered under each section based on the previous syllabus:
General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान)
- General Science
- History of India, Indian Constitution, Indian Economy and Culture
- Indian Agriculture, Commerce and Trade
- Population, Environment and Urbanization
- Geography (India & World), Natural Resources
- Uttar Pradesh Specific: Education, Culture, Social Practices, Revenue, Police & General Administration
- Human Rights, Internal Security & Terrorism
- India and its Neighbors, National/International Current Affairs & Organizations
- Demonetization, GST, Cyber Crime
- Awards, Honors, Books & Authors, Important Days
- Country/Capital/Currencies, Research & Discovery
- Social Media Communication
General Hindi (सामान्य हिंदी)
Typically include Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Famous Poets/Writers, Hindi Language Awards, etc. (Refer to the official notification for detailed topics.)
Numerical & Mental Ability Test
Numerical Ability: (Note: Specific topics for Numerical Ability were not detailed in the provided information but generally cover Number System, Simplification, Decimals & Fractions, HCF/LCM, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Discount, Simple/Compound Interest, Partnership, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Mensuration, Data Interpretation etc.)
Mental Ability:
- Logical Diagrams, Symbol-Relationship Interpretation
- Perception Test, Word Formation Test
- Letter and Number Series, Word and Alphabet Analogy
- Common Sense Test, Letter and Number Coding
- Direction Sense Test, Logical Interpretation of Data
- Forcefulness of Argument, Determining Implied Meanings
Mental Aptitude / IQ / Reasoning Ability
Mental Aptitude:
- Public Interest, Law & Order, Communal Harmony
- Crime Control, Rule of Law, Ability of Adaptability
- Professional Information (Basic), Police System
- Contemporary Police Issues & Law and Order
- Interest in Profession, Mental Toughness
- Sensitivity towards Minorities & Underprivileged, Gender Sensitivity
Intelligence Quotient (IQ):
- Relationship and Analogy Test, Spotting out the Dissimilar
- Series Completion, Coding-Decoding
- Direction Sense Test, Blood Relation
- Problems based on Alphabet, Time Sequence Test
- Venn Diagram and Chart Type Test
- Mathematical Ability Test, Arranging in Order
Reasoning Ability: (Note: Specific topics for Reasoning Ability often overlap with Mental Ability and IQ but can include Analogy, Similarities, Differences, Space Visualization, Problem Solving, Analysis & Judgment, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Reasoning, Verbal & Figure Classification, Arithmetical Number Series, Abstract Ideas & Symbols etc. Refer to the official notification.)
Recommended Books for Preparation
While UPPBPB doesn't officially endorse specific books, these are commonly suggested resources:
| Subject | Book Title (Example) | Author/Publisher (Example) |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Lucent's General Knowledge | Lucent Publications |
| General Hindi | Lucent's Samanya Hindi | Sanjiv Kumar / Lucent |
| Numerical Ability | Numerical Ability 18 Days Wonder / Quantitative Aptitude | S Chand / R.S. Aggarwal |
| Reasoning | Master Reasoning (Verbal, Non-Verbal & Analytical) | Arihant Publications |
Preparation Strategy
Effective Preparation Tips
- Understand Syllabus & Pattern: Thoroughly analyze the official syllabus and exam pattern.
- Create a Timetable: Allocate dedicated time for each subject based on your strengths and weaknesses.
- Conceptual Clarity: Focus on understanding the fundamental concepts of each topic.
- Practice Regularly: Solve previous year question papers and take mock tests frequently.
- Analyze Performance: Review your mock test results to identify weak areas and work on improving them.
- Revision: Regularly revise learned concepts, formulas, and current affairs.
- Stay Updated: Keep track of current events, especially those related to Uttar Pradesh and national/international news.
- Physical Fitness: Maintain good physical health, as PST/PET is a crucial subsequent stage.
Previous Year Topic Weightage (Indicative)
Analyzing past papers can give an idea of important topics. Note that this is based on analysis by educational platforms and not official data from UPPBPB.
| Subject | Frequently Asked Topics (Examples from Past Papers) |
|---|---|
| Numerical Ability | Simple/Compound Interest, Profit/Loss, Percentage, Time & Work, Mensuration |
| Reasoning Ability | Odd-One-Out, Blood Relations, Series Completion, Venn Diagrams, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense |
| General Knowledge | Current Affairs (National/International/UP), Static GK (History, Geography, Polity), UP Specific GK |
| General Hindi | Grammar (समास, अलंकार, संधि), Vocabulary (पर्यायवाची, विलोम), Comprehension, Literature |
Recent Exam Update
The UP Police Constable written exam held on February 17 & 18, 2024, was cancelled due to alleged paper leaks. A re-examination was conducted in August 2024. Candidates preparing for 2025 should stay alert for official announcements regarding the recruitment schedule and any potential changes.
Official Syllabus and Notification
The detailed and official syllabus is always released along with the recruitment notification PDF on the UPPBPB website.
Visit UPPBPB Official WebsiteCandidates should regularly check the 'Notices' or 'Recruitment' section of the official website for the UP Police Constable 2025 notification and syllabus PDF. The syllabus outlined in the previous notification (Vigyapti dated 23-12-2023) can be referred to for preparation until the new notification is released.