Sub-Inspector Recruitment in Uttar Pradesh Police
The UPPBPB (UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board) recruits Sub-Inspectors (Civil Police) and Platoon Commander (PAC) through a rigorous written, physical and interview process. It is one of the most sought-after state government positions in Uttar Pradesh.
2 papers of 2 hours each. Paper I: General Hindi (100) + Law & Constitution (100). Paper II: General Knowledge & Current Affairs (40) + Numerical & Mental Ability (40) + Mental Aptitude / IQ (40) + Basic GK (40) + Reasoning (40) + Miscellaneous (40). Negative marking of 0.25.
Height: Male general/OBC 168cm, SC/ST 160cm. Female: 152cm all categories. Chest (male only): 79cm–84cm (general/OBC), 77cm–82cm (SC/ST). Weight for females: proportionate to height.
Male: 4.8 km run in 28 minutes. Female: 2.4 km run in 16 minutes. Other events as per UPPBPB notification. Physical fitness is mandatory — failure = elimination.
Hindi grammar is the most important section — master Sandhi, Samas, Karak and Muhavare thoroughly
IPC sections (302, 376, 420, 498A etc.) and CrPC basics are frequently asked in the Law section
UP-specific GK (districts, rivers, monuments, culture) gives an edge over candidates from other states
Start physical preparation (running, stamina) at least 3 months before the PET — many clear written but fail PET
Practice 40–50 mock questions daily from previous year UPSI papers — pattern repeats a lot
For the interview, know basic law, current affairs of UP, and present yourself confidently and smartly
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