Introduction
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has announced a massive recruitment drive for the post of Computer Operator Grade-A (Advt No. 21/2025). This is a brilliant opportunity for candidates with a technical background to join the UP Police department in a specialized role.
A total of 1,352 vacancies are available. The online application portal is currently active, but the deadline is approaching fast. Below is everything you need to know before you hit the “Submit” button.
UP Police Computer Operator 2026: Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | UPPRPB (UP Police) |
| Post Name | Computer Operator Grade-A |
| Total Vacancies | 1,352 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | uppbpb.gov.in |
1. Important Dates
- Notification Released: December 16, 2025
- Online Application Started: December 16, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: January 15, 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: January 15, 2026
- Application Correction Window: January 16 – 18, 2026
- Exam Date: To be announced (Expected Early 2026)
2. Application Fees
The application fee must be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500
- SC / ST: ₹400
3. Eligibility Criteria
A. Educational & Technical Qualification
Candidates must fulfill the following two requirements:
- Intermediate (10+2): Passed with Physics and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized board.
- Computer Qualification:
- “O” Level Certificate from DOEACC (NIELIT).
- OR a Diploma in Computer Engineering / Information Technology / Electronics Engineering from the Board of Technical Education, UP, or equivalent.
B. Age Limit (As of 01.07.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- (Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC categories of Uttar Pradesh as per Govt rules.)
C. Typing Skills (Mandatory)
Candidates must pass a typing test in both languages:
- English Typing: 30 Words Per Minute (WPM)
- Hindi Typing: 25 Words Per Minute (WPM) — Unicode Inscript Keyboard
4. Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The selection process consists of a Written Exam followed by a Typing Test.
Written Exam Details:
- Total Questions: 160
- Total Marks: 200 (Each question = 1.25 marks)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Subjects:
- General Knowledge (40 Qs): Current affairs, History, UP Culture, Constitution.
- Mental Aptitude / Reasoning (40 Qs): Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Problem-solving.
- Computer Science (80 Qs): DBMS, PC Software, Networking, The Internet, Emerging Technologies (AI, IoT), Data Structures.
Note: The Computer Science section carries 50% of the weightage, making it the most critical part of the exam.
5. How to Apply Online
- Visit the official UPPRPB website: uppbpb.gov.in.
- Click on the link for “Computer Operator Grade-A Direct Recruitment-2025”.
- Complete the New Registration with your basic details.
- Log in and fill in the application form (Educational, Personal, and Contact info).
- Upload scanned copies of your 12th Marksheet, “O” Level/Diploma certificate, Photo, and Signature.
- Pay the fee and submit. Don’t forget to take a printout of the confirmation page.
Important Links
- Direct Apply Link: apply.upprpb.in
- Download Official Notification: [Advt No 21/2025]
- Correction Window Link: [Active Jan 16]