Hey learners,
In a major relief for aspirants, the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially announced a one-time age relaxation of three years for candidates applying under UP Police Direct Recruitment 2025. The decision was confirmed through an official corrigendum issued on January 5, 2026, amending the recruitment notification dated December 31, 2025 .
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This age relaxation applies to recruitment for 32,679 vacancies across multiple police posts and categories.
Posts Covered Under UP Police Recruitment 2025
The revised age criteria will be applicable for the following posts:
- UP Police Constable (Male & Female)
- PAC Constable
- Mounted Police
- Special Security Force
- Female Battalion
- Home Guard Police
- Jail Warder (Male & Female)
UP Police Age Limit 2025: Before vs After Relaxation (Comparison)
General / EWS Category
| Category | Before Age Limit (DOB Range) | After Age Relaxation (DOB Range) |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 02 July 2003 – 01 July 2007 | 02 July 2000 – 01 July 2007 |
| Female | 02 July 2000 – 01 July 2007 | 02 July 1997 – 01 July 2007 |
SC / ST / OBC Category
| Category | Earlier Maximum DOB | Revised Maximum DOB |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 02 July 1998 | 02 July 1995 |
| Female | 02 July 1995 | 02 July 1992 |
👉 The board has clarified that all candidates must not exceed the revised maximum age as on July 1, 2025, even after applying the relaxation.
Why Was Age Relaxation Given?
According to the corrigendum, the age relaxation has been granted under the Uttar Pradesh Public Service (Reservation for Age Limit) Rules, 1992, allowing a one-time exemption of three years due to recruitment delays. This move is expected to benefit thousands of candidates who became overage during the gap between recruitment cycles .
Important Clarification by UPPRPB
- The advertisement dated December 31, 2025 shall be treated as amended only for age eligibility
- All other conditions of the recruitment process remain unchanged
- Candidates must carefully recheck eligibility before applying
The corrigendum has been officially issued and signed by the Additional Secretary (Recruitment/Examination Controller), UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board, Lucknow.
The UP Police age limit relaxation 2025 is a crucial update that reopens eligibility for many aspirants who were earlier disqualified due to age. Eligible candidates are advised to act quickly and ensure compliance with the revised criteria.