UP Police Computer Operator Exam 2026: If you are one of the thousands of candidates eyeing a desk at the Uttar Pradesh Police headquarters, the wait is almost over! The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is back in action with its massive recruitment drive for 2026.
Whether you are a fresh applicant for the newest batch of 1,352 vacancies or a candidate from the previous cycle waiting for your typing test, the schedule is finally clearing up.
Fresh Vacancies and Key Deadlines
For those looking to jumpstart their career as a Computer Operator Grade-A, the 2025-26 recruitment cycle is currently in its peak phase. The board has opened doors for 1,352 positions, and the application window is closing fast. If you haven’t hit the ‘submit’ button yet, remember that the last date to apply is January 15, 2026.
While the exact date for the written examination for this new batch is yet to be announced, sources suggest it will follow shortly after the application process concludes. Experts advise candidates to keep their prep ready for a possible exam in the first half of 2026.
Typing Test Alert for 2025 Candidates
For candidates who cleared the written hurdle in late 2025, the most critical part of the journey is here. The typing test for the 930 posts from the previous notification is officially scheduled for January 18 and January 19, 2026.
Admit cards for these typing tests were released on January 9, 2026. If you are appearing for this stage, make sure to visit the official UPPRPB website to download your hall ticket, as it contains your specific shift timing and venue details.
Quick Facts: Exam Pattern and Stages
The selection process remains rigorous but straightforward. To wear the UP Police uniform, you’ll need to clear three major hurdles:
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Written Examination: An objective-type test consisting of 160 questions worth 200 marks.
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Skill Test: A mandatory computer typing test to prove your speed and accuracy.
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Document Verification: The final check to ensure all your credentials are in order.
The written test covers General Knowledge, Mental Aptitude/Reasoning, and Computer Science. With 1.25 marks awarded for every correct answer and a two-hour time limit, speed is just as important as accuracy.
Stay tuned to the official portal at uppbpb.gov.in for the official written exam date announcement for the 1,352 posts. This could be your year to secure a government job in Uttar Pradesh