The UP Police Sub Inspector (UPSI) 2026 written exam is a high-competition stage where smart planning matters as much as hard work. This guide compiles the most useful, exam-oriented information for aspirants, especially around the exam schedule, admit card process, exam-city updates, and the final-week strategy, so candidates can avoid last-minute mistakes and stay focused.
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UP Police SI 2026 Exam Schedule (Key Dates Aspirants Should Track)
The written exam dates for the UPSI recruitment (4543 posts) are scheduled for 14 March 2026 (Saturday) and 15 March 2026 (Sunday), as per the published exam-date notice.
Below is a clean snapshot of the timeline commonly referenced for this cycle:
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Exam city information | Typically released close to the exam (listed as “notify later” on many trackers) |
| Admit card availability | Expected in the First week of March 2026 |
| Written exam | 14 & 15 March 2026 |
Important caution: Some posts/pages may contain typographical errors (for example, an “Admit Card: March 2025” line appears in one listing even though the exam is in March 2026). Candidates should treat the official board website notice as the final word.
What the Admit Card and Exam City Slip Usually Indicate
For UPSI candidates, the “admit card phase” typically comes with two practical updates:
- Exam City Intimation / City Slip (when issued): This helps candidates plan travel and accommodation early, especially if the allotted city is far from the home district.
- Admit Card (Hall Ticket): This is the final permission document that contains the exam date, shift timing (if applicable), exam centre details, reporting time, and instructions to be followed strictly.
Candidates should rely on the official recruitment board website for activation of the download link and verified announcements.
How to Download UP SI 2026 Admit Card (Step-by-Step)
When the admit card link is activated, candidates generally need their Application/Registration Number and Date of Birth (or similar login credentials, depending on the portal prompt).
Standard download flow:
- Visit the official UP Police Recruitment & Promotion Board website.
- Open the UPSI admit card/hall ticket link for the relevant recruitment.
- Enter the asked credentials (commonly application number + DOB).
- Submit to view the admit card.
- Download and print at least 2 copies for safety.
Common mistakes to avoid: downloading the wrong recruitment admit card (especially if multiple UPPRPB exams are running), printing unclear copies, or not matching details like name, DOB, category, and photo.
Admit Card Error Checklist: What to Verify Immediately
As soon as the hall ticket is available, candidates should verify:
- Name spelling, photo clarity, gender/category (if displayed)
- Date of exam and exam centre address
- Reporting time and gate closing time
- ID proof requirement mentioned on the admit card
- Any special instructions related to the OMR/pen, prohibited items, and dress code (if stated)
If any detail looks incorrect, it should be raised through the official channel/helpline workflow shown on the board’s website notice area.
UP SI Written Exam Pattern (Quick Understanding for Final Revision)
A common pattern referenced for UPSI includes 160 questions / 400 marks with 120 minutes duration and objective-type questions.
Typical sections include:
- General Hindi
- Current Affairs + Basic Law/Constitution/General Knowledge
- Numerical & Mental Ability
- Mental Aptitude / IQ / Reasoning Ability
This matters in the last phase because it tells candidates where time leaks happen: numerical speed, lengthy GK recall, and overthinking reasoning questions.
Last-Minute Tips for UPSI 2026 (Practical and High-Impact)
The final 10–12 days should not be treated as “new learning time.” This period is best for accuracy, speed, and exam temperament. Candidates usually score more improvement by fixing mistakes than by adding new topics.
Strategy for the Last 7 Days
- Focus on high-yield revision: core static GK + recent current affairs notes + repeated reasoning models + basic maths formulas and quick calculations.
- Attempt full-length mocks in a strict 120-minute setup at least 3–4 times in the final week, then revise only the weak areas revealed by those mocks.
- Maintain a “mistake notebook” (one page per section): repeated errors in reasoning assumptions, calculation slips, confusing Hindi grammar rules, and GK look-alikes.
One Clear Exam-Day Checklist (Do Not Skip)
- Printed admit card (preferably 2 copies) + valid photo ID as per instructions
- Reach the city/centre early; keep buffer time for verification queues
- Black/blue ball pen only (as allowed by instructions); avoid experimental stationery
- Avoid carrying prohibited items: smart devices, Bluetooth, notes, calculators, etc.
- Sleep properly the night before; do not attempt “all-night revision”
OMR and Time Management (Where Most Candidates Lose Marks)
- Do not rush the first 10 minutes. Stabilize speed and accuracy early.
- If stuck, mark the question for review (mentally) and move forward—time loss on 2–3 questions can damage 15–20 later.
- Keep the last 8–10 minutes reserved for checking unanswered questions and ensuring the OMR bubbles are filled correctly.
Stay Safe From Fake Notices and Unverified “Exam Updates”
UPPRPB has publicly warned aspirants about fake or misleading exam notices circulating on social media and has advised candidates to follow only official updates from the board’s official website (and verified official handles, where applicable). Candidates should treat forwarded PDFs/images and “viral dates” with caution unless they match the official notice area.
Final Words for UPSI 2026 Aspirants
With the written exam scheduled for 14–15 March 2026, the smart approach is to lock in a revision plan, monitor the official admit card release window in March, and prepare for the exam day like a checklist-driven operation rather than a last-minute scramble.
If you want, I can also curate a high-scoring last 14-day revision plan (section-wise) that matches the 120-minute structure and prioritizes the most repeated topics.