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Key Facts: UP Police Constable Exam

150

Total Questions

UPPRPB

120 mins

Exam Duration

UPPRPB

₹400

Application Fee

UPPRPB

0.5 marks

Negative Marking

UPPRPB Guidelines

4.8 km

Physical Run (Men)

PET Standards

12th Pass

Education Limit

UPPRPB Eligibility

The UP Police Constable written exam is 150 MCQs for 300 marks in 120 minutes (GK 38, Hindi 37, Numerical 38, Reasoning 37), with +2/−0.5 marking. The application fee is typically ₹400. Written-exam merit is used to call candidates for the separate Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Sample UP Police Constable Practice Questions

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1Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the right to equality before the law?
A.Article 14
B.Article 19
C.Article 21
D.Article 32
Explanation: Article 14 of the Constitution of India provides that the State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India. This fundamental right forms the bedrock of the rule of law in India.
2In which district of Uttar Pradesh is the famous monument 'Buland Darwaza' located?
A.Agra
B.Lucknow
C.Kanpur
D.Prayagraj
Explanation: Buland Darwaza, or the 'Gate of Magnificence', was built in 1601 AD by Mughal Emperor Akbar to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. It is located at Fatehpur Sikri in the Agra district of Uttar Pradesh.
3What is the national flower of India?
A.Rose
B.Lotus
C.Lily
D.Marigold
Explanation: The Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) is the national flower of India. It is a sacred flower and occupies a unique, revered position in the art, literature, and mythology of ancient India.
4Which of the following rivers is also known as the 'Grief of Bengal' due to its frequent devastating floods in the past?
A.Damodar River
B.Kosi River
C.Hooghly River
D.Mahanadi River
Explanation: The Damodar River was historically known as the 'Sorrow of Bengal' or 'Grief of Bengal' because of the ravaging floods it caused in the plains of West Bengal. It has now been tamed to a large extent by the construction of multiple dams under the Damodar Valley Corporation.
5Who was the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh after independence?
A.Govind Ballabh Pant
B.Sucheta Kripalani
C.Chandra Bhanu Gupta
D.Charan Singh
Explanation: Govind Ballabh Pant was the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, serving from 26 January 1950 to 27 December 1954. He was a key figure in India's independence movement and was later awarded India's highest civilian honor, the Bharat Ratna.
6Which classical dance form originated in Uttar Pradesh?
A.Kathak
B.Bharatanatyam
C.Kathakali
D.Odissi
Explanation: Kathak is one of the eight major forms of Indian classical dance, originating from the nomadic bards of ancient northern India, particularly Uttar Pradesh. The name comes from the Sanskrit word 'Katha' which means story.
7What is the official currency of Japan?
A.Yuan
B.Yen
C.Won
D.Ringgit
Explanation: The Yen is the official currency of Japan. It is the third most traded currency in the foreign exchange market after the United States Dollar and the Euro.
8Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer that protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet rays?
A.Troposphere
B.Stratosphere
C.Mesosphere
D.Thermosphere
Explanation: The ozone layer is located in the Stratosphere, approximately 15 to 30 kilometers above the Earth's surface. It absorbs about 97% to 99% of the Sun's medium-frequency ultraviolet light.
9The 'Kumbh Mela' in Uttar Pradesh is held at the confluence of which three rivers in Prayagraj?
A.Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati
B.Ganga, Gomti, and Ghaghara
C.Yamuna, Betwa, and Chambal
D.Ganga, Son, and Gandak
Explanation: The Kumbh Mela is held at Prayagraj at the 'Triveni Sangam', which is the confluence of three rivers: the Ganges (Ganga), the Yamuna, and the mythical subterranean river Saraswati.
10Who was the permanent President of the Constituent Assembly of India that drafted the Constitution?
A.Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.Jawaharlal Nehru
D.Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Explanation: Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the permanent President of the Constituent Assembly on 11 December 1946. He later became the first President of Independent India.

About the UP Police Constable Exam

The UP Police Constable Written Examination is a state-level competitive exam conducted by the UPPRPB for recruiting police constables. The offline OMR written paper is separable from PST/PET and evaluates four sections: General Knowledge (38 Q / 76 marks), General Hindi (37 Q / 74 marks), Numerical & Mental Ability (38 Q / 76 marks), and Mental Aptitude/Intelligence/Reasoning (37 Q / 74 marks). Each correct answer awards 2 marks; 0.5 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.

Assessment

150 MCQs / 300 marks (2 marks each): GK 38, Hindi 37, Numerical & Mental Ability 38, Mental Aptitude/IQ/Reasoning 37; −0.5 per wrong answer

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

Qualifying cutoffs vary by category

Exam Fee

₹400 (Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB))

UP Police Constable Exam Content Outline

38 Q / 76 marks (25.33%)

General Knowledge

Indian History, Constitution, Economy, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Uttar Pradesh state geography and culture, Cyber Crime, and Current Affairs.

37 Q / 74 marks (24.67%)

General Hindi

Hindi grammar concepts, nouns, pronouns, adjectives, sandhi, samas, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, phrases, and famous authors and poets.

38 Q / 76 marks (25.33%)

Numerical & Mental Ability

Number system, simplification, fractions, HCF & LCM, ratio, percentage, profit/loss, simple and compound interest, partnership, time & work, and average.

37 Q / 74 marks (24.67%)

Mental Aptitude/Reasoning

Logical diagrams, coding-decoding, analogies, letter-number series, classification, direction sense, blood relations, and Venn diagrams.

How to Pass the UP Police Constable Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Qualifying cutoffs vary by category
  • Assessment: 150 MCQs / 300 marks (2 marks each): GK 38, Hindi 37, Numerical & Mental Ability 38, Mental Aptitude/IQ/Reasoning 37; −0.5 per wrong answer
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
  • Exam fee: ₹400

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

UP Police Constable Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus heavily on General Hindi grammar and vocabulary, as this section has a high accuracy yield.
2Practice arithmetic topics like percentages, ratio & proportion, and simplification under timed conditions.
3Stay updated with regional news and culture of Uttar Pradesh, as UP GK makes up a significant part of the General Knowledge section.
4Solve logical reasoning questions, particularly blood relations, direction sense, and coding-decoding, as these are highly scoring.
5Incorporate negative marking strategy: avoid guessing as 0.5 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam pattern for the UP Police Constable Written Examination?

The written exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 2 marks each, making a total of 300 marks. The paper is split into four subjects: General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical & Mental Ability, and Mental Aptitude/Reasoning. There is a negative marking of 0.5 marks for each wrong answer.

What is the fee and duration of the UP Police Constable exam?

The application fee is ₹400 for all candidates. The total time allotted for the offline OMR-based test is 2 hours (120 minutes).

Are there negative marks in the UP Police Constable exam?

Yes, there is negative marking of 0.5 marks for every incorrect response. Each correct response awards 2 marks.

What are the physical eligibility requirements for male candidates?

Male candidates must have a minimum height of 168 cm (160 cm for ST) and a chest measurement of at least 79 cm (unexpanded) and 84 cm (expanded). They must also complete a 4.8 km run within 25 minutes.

What are the physical eligibility requirements for female candidates?

Female candidates must have a minimum height of 152 cm (147 cm for ST) and weigh at least 40 kg. They must also complete a 2.4 km run within 14 minutes.