Uttar Pradesh Government Eases Age Limit for Police Recruitment 2025
Significant Relief for Youth Preparing for Police Recruitment
The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has provided substantial relief to millions of young individuals preparing for police recruitment. In a move prioritizing the interests of candidates, the government has decided to grant a one-time relaxation of three years in the maximum age limit for direct recruitment to the posts of constable in the civil police and equivalent positions for the year 2025. An official order regarding this has already been issued.
Details of the Recruitment Process
This crucial decision pertains to filling a total of 32,679 positions under the direct recruitment process for 2025. According to the government order, candidates from all categories applying for positions such as constable in the civil police (male/female), constable in the PAC/armed police (male), constable in the special security force (male), female constables for the women's battalion, mounted police constables (male), and jail warders (male and female) will benefit from this age relaxation.
Implementation of the Age Relaxation
The decision by the Yogi government is in accordance with Rule 3 of the Uttar Pradesh Public Service (Relaxation of Age Limit for Recruitment) Rules, 1992. This measure will be implemented through the government order issued on January 5, 2026, following the recruitment advertisement released on December 31, 2025, providing opportunities for many candidates who were previously excluded due to age restrictions.
Government's Commitment to Youth
This initiative from the Yogi government sends a clear message that the state administration understands the genuine issues faced by the youth and is committed to making decisive choices for their resolution. Providing fair opportunities to candidates preparing for competitive exams, increasing employment options, and maintaining sensitivity in administrative decisions have become integral to the government's approach. The age relaxation in police recruitment not only revitalizes the hopes of millions of young people but also underscores that the future of youth is central to policy-making under the Yogi Adityanath administration.
Upcoming Recruitment Notifications
On the last day of 2025, the Yogi Adityanath government announced a significant gift for millions of youths in the state by releasing a notification for direct recruitment to the posts of constable in the Uttar Pradesh police. This notification from the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board clearly indicated that employment under the Yogi government is not merely a promise but a continuous process.
Application Process and Transparency
Candidates can apply online from December 31, 2025, to January 30, 2026. Before applying, it is mandatory for candidates to register in the board's One Time Registration (OTR) system. This system is considered crucial for making the recruitment process transparent, swift, and technology-enabled. Once registered through OTR, candidates will not need to repeatedly upload documents, saving both time and resources.
Focus on Police Recruitment
Under the Yogi Adityanath administration, police recruitment has evolved into a campaign. In 2025 alone, the recruitment of 60,244 constables was completed, and the announcement of 32,679 new positions clearly indicates that the government prioritizes both law and order and the future of the youth. Previously, over 219,000 recruitments in the police department have laid a strong foundation for both law enforcement and employment. The government's focus has consistently strengthened on expediting pending recruitments, ensuring a fair selection process, and timely appointments.
Building Trust Among Youth
The ongoing recruitment efforts have not only boosted the confidence of the youth in the state but have also increased the strength and capability of the police force. The Yogi government believes that a robust police system is the foundation of a secure Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, the transparent recruitment process has alleviated previous concerns regarding police recruitments. Merit-based selection, technical oversight, and timely results have now become the new identity of the recruitment process under the Yogi administration.