The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has announced a direct recruitment notification for the post of Computer Operator Grade-A in the Uttar Pradesh Police Department for both male and female candidates. This recruitment aims to fill a total of 1,352 vacancies across various categories, with the selected candidates offered a salary under the Pay Band of ₹5,200 – ₹20,200, Grade Pay ₹2,400, and a new pay matrix Level 4 of ₹25,500 – ₹81,100. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPPRPB portal during the stipulated dates. The recruitment process will include written examination, computer typing test, and document verification, conducted as per the Uttar Pradesh Police Computer Employee Service Rules, 2011 (as amended in 2015).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 16 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 January 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment/Correction | 15 – 18 January 2026 |
Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying and ensure all entries in the application form are accurate to avoid rejection.
Vacancy Details
The total vacancies for Computer Operator Grade-A in UP Police are 1,352, distributed across different categories as follows:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 545 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 134 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 |
| Total | 1,352 |
Please note that the number of vacancies may be increased or decreased at any stage before the exam or recruitment process without prior notice.
Application Fee
The application fee is categorized according to the candidate’s reservation category:
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | 500 |
| SC / ST | 400 |
The fee must be paid online during the application process. Payments made after the deadline will not be accepted, and the fee is non-refundable.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality
Candidates must fulfill one of the following:
- Citizen of India, or
- Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanent residence, or
- Person of Indian origin from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, or Tanzania who migrated to India for permanent residence.
Special eligibility certificates are required for categories (Tibetan refugees or persons from other countries), which must be verified by the respective authorities.
2. Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill the following educational criteria:
- Intermediate (12th) with Physics and Mathematics from a recognized board.
- Computer qualification: DOEACC “O” Level certificate or any equivalent government-recognized computer course.
- Alternatively, a diploma in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Electronics Engineering from Uttar Pradesh Technical Education Council or equivalent.
Candidates appearing in the final year of qualifying exams are not eligible. Certificates must be possessed at the time of application submission.
3. Age Limit
- Minimum: 18 years as of 1 July 2025
- Maximum: 28 years as of 1 July 2025
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories and UP government employees as per government rules:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- EWS, Women, Freedom Fighter dependents, Ex-Servicemen: as per respective government notifications
4. Character & Marital Status
- Candidates must have a good moral character and not be involved in any criminal cases.
- Bigamy is not allowed.
- Persons dismissed from government service or convicted of moral turpitude crimes are ineligible.
5. Physical and Medical Fitness
Candidates must be physically and mentally fit for duty. Persons with physical disabilities are not eligible for police recruitment.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
1. Written Examination
- Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Total Marks: 200
- Subjects & Marks:
- General Knowledge: 50
- Mental Ability & Reasoning: 50
- Computer Science: 100
- Minimum qualifying marks: 40%
- The exam will be conducted through OMR-based or pen-and-paper system in single or multiple shifts.
- Normalization of scores will be applied in case of multiple shifts.
- Admit cards will be made available on the UPPRPB portal before the exam.
2. Computer Typing Test
Candidates qualifying in the written test will appear for the typing test:
- Hindi Typing: 25 words per minute
- English Typing: 30 words per minute
- Minimum accuracy: 85%
- Hindi typing will use Unicode Inscript layout.
3. Document Verification
Candidates who qualify the typing test will be called for document verification based on merit and category. Essential documents include:
- Educational certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Freedom fighter dependent certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile certificate
The verification will ensure all uploaded documents match the original records. Any discrepancies may lead to disqualification.
4. Merit List & Final Selection
- Final selection will be based on normalized written test scores, typing test, and document verification.
- Reserved category candidates are selected based on UP government reservation policies.
- Tie-breaking rules:
- Candidates with additional qualifications
- Older candidate gets preference
- Alphabetical order of names in high school certificate
No waiting list will be prepared.
Reservation & Age Relaxation
- Vertical Reservation (for UP natives):
- SC: 21%
- ST: 2%
- OBC: 27%
- EWS: 10%
- Horizontal Reservation:
- Women: 20%
- Freedom Fighter Dependents: 2%
- Ex-Servicemen: 5%
Age relaxation is applied as per category rules and only to eligible candidates from UP. Certificates supporting the claim must be issued by competent authorities.
How to Apply
Online Application Procedure:
- Complete OTR (One Time Registration) on the UPPRPB portal.
- Login with credentials to fill the Computer Operator Grade-A application form.
- Upload necessary certificates:
- Real-time photograph (no cap, glasses glare-free, proper lighting)
- Scanned signature on white paper
- Educational and reservation certificates via DigiLocker or scanned copy
- Verify all details and submit the application. Only the last submitted application will be accepted.
- Pay the application fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.
Photograph & Signature Guidelines:
- Real-time photo using webcam or other device
- Face must be visible, no mask, cap, or extreme brightness
- Signature: Black pen on white paper, 50mm x 20mm, JPG/JPEG format, 30–50 KB
Failure to meet these guidelines may lead to rejection.
Salary & Benefits
- Pay Band: ₹5,200 – ₹20,200
- Grade Pay: ₹2,400
- New Pay Matrix Level 4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
- Benefits include allowances as per UP Police rules and service conditions.
Important Notes
- Candidates are responsible for the accuracy of the information provided.
- Multiple applications by the same candidate are not allowed.
- Application once submitted and fee paid cannot be withdrawn or refunded.
- Any false or manipulated documents will lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.
