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UP Police Constable cutoff 2026: expected score and rank bands
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns. Indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected cutoff (indicative) |
|---|---|
| **General** | 195–210 marks (65–70%) |
| **EWS** | 185–200 marks (62–67%) |
| **OBC** | 175–190 marks (58–63%) |
| **SC** | 155–170 marks (52–57%) |
| **ST** | 145–160 marks (48–53%) |
| **PwD (General)** | 140–155 marks (47–52%) |
| **PwD (OBC)** | 130–145 marks (43–48%) |
| **PwD (SC/ST)** | 120–135 marks (40–45%) |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 10–15% higher than OBC, 15–20% higher than SC, and 20–25% higher than ST categories, reflecting reservation policy implementation.
- Yearly variations: Cutoffs fluctuate based on paper difficulty, total vacancies announced, candidate strength, and normalization procedures across multiple shifts; highly competitive cycles can push General cutoffs toward 72–75%.
- Qualifying threshold: While reserved category candidates may qualify at 48–55%, actual selection and preferred postings heavily favor scores above 60% across all categories due to high competition and merit-based final allocation.
What does your score in UP Police Constable actually get you? These bands map a mock or exam percentage to the rank window and the outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
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Exceptional performance
92–100%
- Police Constable — Top merit list positions, maximum choice in district and unit allocation
- Likely among top 1-2% of all candidates statewide
- Police Constable (Special Task Force support staff) — May be considered after training
- Outstanding position for any specialized cadre within constabulary
- Potential fast-track consideration for departmental promotions
- First preference in district posting allocation
Top 10% achievers
85–92%
- Police Constable (Civil Police) — Top merit candidates, choice postings in metro districts (Lucknow, Noida, Ghaziabad)
- Police Constable (Computer Operator cadre) — If opted and educated up to graduation
- Police Constable (Driver cadre) — If valid driving license held and opted
- Excellent prospects for preferred location allocation
- May receive priority consideration for specialized training post-recruitment
High merit zone
75–85%
- Police Constable (Civil Police) — High probability of selection with good district preference
- Police Constable (Mounted Police) — If qualified in equestrian tests
- Competitive position for merit-based district posting
- Police Constable (Intelligence/Special Branch) — May be considered for specialized postings post-training
- Strong candidacy for final selection list
Strong qualifying position
65–75%
- Police Constable (Civil Police) — Good margin above cut-off, multiple district posting options
- Police Constable (PAC) — Provincial Armed Constabulary postings
- Likely to be called for PET in most districts
- Police Constable (Fireman cadre) — If eligible and opted, fire services department
- Better chance of preferred district allocation in final merit
Likely PET qualified
50–65%
- Police Constable (Civil Police) — General duty across UP districts, pay level 3, ₹21,700-69,100 pay band
- Should comfortably clear written exam cut-off for all categories
- Police Constable (PAC - Provincial Armed Constabulary) — Paramilitary duties
- Focus shifts to physical standards: male 168cm/50kg, female 152cm/40kg requirements
- Document verification becomes next critical stage
Borderline qualifying zone
35–50%
- May qualify for PET in reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC)
- Close to expected cut-off marks
- Police Constable (Civil Police) — General duty, pay level 3
- Chances depend on category and year's competition
- PET and PMT (Physical Measurement Test) become critical
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to qualify for Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Score typically below minimum qualifying marks
- Recommend thorough preparation for next cycle
- Focus on weak areas in reasoning and general knowledge
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