The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially released the UP Police SI Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 today on 05 March 2026 at uppbpb.gov.in. The city intimation slip is a pre-admit card notification that informs candidates about their allotted exam city ahead of the full admit card. Candidates who applied for the UP Police Sub-Inspector (Civil Police & Equivalent Posts) Direct Recruitment 2025 under Advertisement No. PRPB-B (Sub Inspector Cadre)-03/2025 can now download their city slip using their Registration Number and Date of Birth.
The UP Police SI Written Examination 2026 is scheduled for 14 March 2026 (Saturday) and 15 March 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts — Morning and Afternoon — at various exam centres across Uttar Pradesh. A massive 15,75,760 candidates have registered for 4,543 Sub-Inspector vacancies, making it one of the most competitive exams in the state. The official Admit Card / Hall Ticket is expected to be released on 07 March 2026.
UP Police SI Recruitment 2025–26 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | PRPB-B (Sub Inspector Cadre)-03/2025 | Dated: 12.08.2025 |
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (Civil Police) & Equivalent Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 4,543 Posts |
| Total Registered Candidates | 15,75,760 candidates |
| Pay Scale | Pay Band – 9,300–34,800 | Grade Pay ₹4,200/- (Pay Level 6) | In-hand approx. ₹35,000–₹45,000/- per month |
| City Intimation Slip Released | 05 March 2026 ✅ (Today) |
| Admit Card Expected Date | 07 March 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 14 March 2026 (Saturday) & 15 March 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Mode | Offline – OMR-based (Objective type MCQ) |
| Exam Shifts | 2 Shifts – Morning & Afternoon |
| Official Website | uppbpb.gov.in |
UP Police SI 2026 – Important Dates
City Intimation Slip vs Admit Card – What’s the Difference?
| Feature | City Intimation Slip | Admit Card / Hall Ticket |
|---|---|---|
| Release Date | 05 March 2026 ✅ (Available Now) | Expected: 07 March 2026 |
| Exam City | ✅ Yes – allotted exam city revealed | ✅ Yes |
| Exact Exam Centre / Address | ❌ Not mentioned | ✅ Full address of exam centre |
| Exam Shift Timing | ❌ Not mentioned | ✅ Morning / Afternoon shift timing |
| Roll Number | ❌ Not available | ✅ Roll number printed |
| Reporting Time | ❌ Not mentioned | ✅ Entry time & gate closing time |
| Can be used as entry to exam hall? | ❌ No – only for planning travel | ✅ Yes – mandatory for exam entry |
| Purpose | Advance notice of exam city for travel/accommodation planning | Official entry permit for examination |
How to Download UP Police SI Exam City Intimation Slip 2026
UP Police SI Written Exam Pattern 2026
The UP Police SI Written Examination is an offline OMR-based objective type test of 2 hours duration. It consists of 4 sections with a total of 160 questions carrying 400 marks. There is no negative marking.
| # | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Hindi (सामान्य हिन्दी) | 40 | 100 |
| 2 | Law / Constitution / General Knowledge (कानून / संविधान / सामान्य ज्ञान) | 40 | 100 |
| 3 | Numerical & Mental Ability (संख्यात्मक एवं मानसिक क्षमता) | 40 | 100 |
| 4 | Mental Aptitude / IQ / Reasoning (मानसिक अभिरुचि / बुद्धिलब्धि / तार्किक क्षमता) | 40 | 100 |
| Total | 160 | 400 | |
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline – OMR sheet based |
| Question Type | Objective type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Marks per Question | 2.5 marks per correct answer |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
| Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 35% in each individual subject AND 50% overall aggregate |
| Language | Hindi / English (bilingual) |
UP Police SI Selection Process 2026
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 – Written Exam (1st Paper) | Offline OMR test | 160 MCQs | 400 marks | 2 hours | 14 & 15 March 2026 | Qualifying: 35% per subject, 50% overall |
| Stage 2 – Written Exam (2nd Paper) | To be conducted for candidates qualifying Stage 1 | Date to be announced |
| Document Verification (DV) | Verification of original certificates of shortlisted candidates |
| Physical Standard Test (PST) | Height, Weight, Chest measurement as per category norms |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Running, Long Jump, High Jump as per gender and category norms |
UP Police SI Vacancy 2025 – Post-Wise Details
| Post Name | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector (Civil Police) | 3,374 | 919 | 4,293 |
| Sub-Inspector (Platoon Commander, PAC) | 218 | — | 218 |
| Sub-Inspector (Mounted Police) | 32 | — | 32 |
| Grand Total | 4,543 | ||
Documents Required on UP Police SI Exam Day (14–15 March 2026)
| # | Document | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UP Police SI Admit Card 2026 (Printout) | Mandatory — entry not allowed without it |
| 2 | Valid Photo ID Proof (any one) | Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Passport / Driving Licence |
| 3 | Recent Passport-size Photographs | 2–3 copies (same as uploaded in application form) |
| 4 | City Intimation Slip (Printout) | Recommended to carry — helps in case of any query |
UP Police SI Exam Shift Timings 2026
| Shift | Reporting Time | Gate Closing Time | Exam Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning Shift (Shift 1) | 7:30 AM | 9:00 AM | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM |
| Afternoon Shift (Shift 2) | 12:30 PM | 2:00 PM | 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
Note: Exact shift timings as per your admit card may vary. Candidates are advised to verify the timings printed on their individual Admit Card once released on 07 March 2026.
UP Police SI Eligibility Criteria (Quick Recap)
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation (Bachelor’s Degree) in any discipline from a recognized University |
| Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025) | 21 – 28 years for General | Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, Ex-SM – 5 years |
| Physical Standard (Male) | Height: 168 cm (SC/ST: 160 cm) | Chest: 79–84 cm |
| Physical Standard (Female) | Height: 152 cm (SC/ST: 147 cm) | Weight: 40 kg minimum |
| Domicile | UP domicile preferred; all Indian citizens eligible |
FAQs – UP Police SI Exam City Intimation Slip 2026
Q1. When was UP Police SI Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 released?
Ans. The UP Police SI Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 was released on 05 March 2026 (today) by UPPRPB at the official website uppbpb.gov.in.
Q2. What is the UP Police SI Exam date 2026?
Ans. The UP Police SI Written Examination 2026 is scheduled on 14 March 2026 (Saturday) and 15 March 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts — Morning and Afternoon.
Q3. When will UP Police SI Admit Card 2026 be released?
Ans. The UP Police SI Admit Card / Hall Ticket 2026 is expected to be released on 07 March 2026 at uppbpb.gov.in. Candidates will need their Registration Number and Date of Birth to download it.
Q4. What is the difference between City Intimation Slip and Admit Card?
Ans. The City Intimation Slip only reveals the exam city allotted to the candidate — it does not contain the exact exam centre address, roll number, or shift timing. The Admit Card (Hall Ticket) contains all complete details and is mandatory to carry to the exam centre. The City Slip is only for advance travel planning.
Q5. How many candidates have registered for UP Police SI 2026?
Ans. A total of 15,75,760 candidates have registered for the UP Police SI Direct Recruitment 2025 under Advertisement No. PRPB-B (Sub Inspector Cadre)-03/2025 — making it an extremely competitive exam with a candidate-to-vacancy ratio of approximately 347:1.
