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The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially announced the conduct of the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for the UP Police Constable Recruitment drive 2025-26. Set to commence on October 1, 2026, the physical test aims to evaluate qualified candidates for a total of 32,679 posts across Civil Police and equivalent cadres.
Candidates who passed the written examination and cleared the Document Verification (DV) and Physical Standard Test (PST) rounds can now download their hall tickets to verify their individual dates, reporting times, and allocated physical test centres.
Key Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) |
| Recruitment Name | UP Police Constable Direct Recruitment 2025–26 |
| Total Vacancies | 32,679 |
| PET Commencement Date | October 1, 2026 |
| Standard Schedule | October 1 – October 7, 2026 (Most Districts) |
| Extended Schedule | October 1 – October 8, 2026 (Moradabad, Meerut & Ghaziabad) |
| Admit Card Release Status | Released (Available via official portal) |
| Official Website | uppbpb.gov.in |
District-Wise PET Schedule Details
The Physical Efficiency Test will be conducted at designated venues across the state of Uttar Pradesh:
- Standard Districts: The PET will run from October 1 to October 7, 2026, with October 7 designated as a reserve day.
- Special Districts (Moradabad, Meerut, and Ghaziabad): Owing to higher candidate density, the schedule extends until October 8, 2026.
Note: The dates above represent the overarching test window. Every candidate must strictly report on the specific date and venue printed on their official admit card.
UP Police Constable PET Physical Running Criteria
The Physical Efficiency Test is qualifying in nature. Candidates must complete the prescribed running distance within the maximum time limit:
| Category | Running Distance | Maximum Time Limit |
| Male Candidates | 4.8 Kilometers (4,800 meters) | 25 Minutes |
| Female Candidates | 2.4 Kilometers (2,400 meters) | 14 Minutes |
How to Download UP Police Constable PET Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official website of the board: uppbpb.gov.in.
- Click on the notification link for the UP Police Constable PET Admit Card 2026.
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth in the login panel.
- Submit the credentials to view your admit card.
- Verify the examination date, reporting time, and test centre address.
- Download the PDF and take clear printouts for test day.
For further updates and coverage on state examinations, check out the latest recruitment news on Matribhumi Samachar English.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the start date for the UP Police Constable PET 2026?
The Physical Efficiency Test starts on October 1, 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are being filled in this recruitment drive?
A total of 32,679 vacancies are available under the Constable Civil Police and equivalent posts.
Q3. Are all candidates required to attend the PET on October 1?
No. Individual dates and batch reporting times are allocated across the schedule running through October 7 or October 8 depending on the candidate’s allotted centre.
Q4. What items should candidates carry to the test centre?
Candidates must carry a printed copy of their PET Admit Card, a valid government photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving License), recent passport-sized photos, and required original documents/slips.
Disclaimer
This news article is prepared for informational purposes based on official notices issued by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB). Candidates are advised to verify their exact test schedules, instructions, and venue rules on the official website (uppbpb.gov.in) or through the updates published on matribhumisamachar.com/en/.
