Fact-check update: 29 September 2026. UPPRPB material supports 152 cm minimum height for General/OBC/SC women, 147 cm for ST women, 40 kg minimum weight, and a Constable PET standard of 2.4 km within 14 minutes. Use the notice and call letter issued for your own recruitment cycle as the final reference.
Quick Answer
For female candidates in UP Police recruitment: minimum height 152 cm (147 cm for ST), minimum weight 40 kg for every category, no chest measurement rule, and a qualifying 2.4 km run to be completed within 14 minutes. Running is qualifying in nature — no marks are added to the written-test merit from the run.
UP Police Female Selection Process: Stage-by-Stage Structure
The physical test comes after earlier recruitment stages and must be cleared before a candidate can move ahead. The sequence below shows where PST and PET fit in the process.
- Written examination (Stage 1): an OMR-based objective paper conducted for the Constable post, used to prepare the merit list for the physical stage.
- Document verification: verification of originals against the details filled in the application form.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): measurement of height and weight against the official standards given below.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): the qualifying 2.4 km run for female candidates.
- Medical examination: vision, colour blindness, general physical fitness and bone-structure checks.
- Final merit and joining formalities: prepared on written-test performance, subject to clearing PST, PET and medical.
PST, PET and medical are qualifying stages. Marks are not awarded for them, so a candidate cannot compensate for a low written score with a fast run — but failing the run removes the candidate from the merit list entirely.
Official PST Rules for Female Candidates
The Physical Standard Test for female applicants measures only two parameters. This is the single biggest difference from the male standard, where chest measurement also applies.
- Height in centimetres – must meet the category-wise minimum given in the table below.
- Weight in kilograms – must be at least 40 kg, with no category relaxation.
- No chest measurement – the UP Police recruitment rules do not apply any chest measurement to female candidates.
Category-wise Minimum Height Standard (in cm)
The table summarises the published female Constable standards. Do not assume that rounding, footwear allowances or category relaxation apply beyond the rules. Compare your category certificate with the current advertisement before the test.
| Category | Minimum height | Minimum weight | Chest rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 152 cm | 40 kg | Not applicable |
| OBC (non-creamy layer) | 152 cm | 40 kg | Not applicable |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 152 cm | 40 kg | Not applicable |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 147 cm (relaxation applies) | 40 kg | Not applicable |
| EWS | 152 cm | 40 kg | Not applicable |
Minimum weight: what does the rule say?
The published Constable service rules specify a minimum weight of 40 kg for women. This minimum is a physical eligibility requirement; it is not a personalised health target. Medical fitness is assessed separately under the applicable recruitment notice.
Consolidated Physical Standards: UP Police Female Running Rules and Height Chart
| Parameter | Requirement for female candidates | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum height (UR / OBC / SC / EWS) | 152 cm | Mandatory |
| Minimum height (ST) | 147 cm | Mandatory |
| Minimum weight | 40 kg | Mandatory |
| Chest measurement | Not applicable | — |
| Running distance | 2.4 km (2400 metres) | Qualifying |
| Maximum running time | 14 minutes 00 seconds | Qualifying |
| Timing method | As notified for the recruitment cycle | — |
PET running rules and timing at the venue
The 2017 Constable rules amendment specifies a qualifying 2.4 km run in 14 minutes for women. Check your recruitment advertisement and PET call letter for the procedure used in your cycle. Track length, batch arrangements, timing equipment and any appeal process must be confirmed from those instructions.
A 400 m training track requires six laps to cover 2,400 m. An official venue may use a different track length. Follow the announced lap count and finish line; a personal stopwatch is only a practice aid.
2.4 km pace calculation for a 400 m practice track
This is an editorial calculation, not a separate board standard: 14 minutes equals 840 seconds; 840 divided by six laps is 140 seconds, or 2 minutes 20 seconds per lap. The official requirement concerns the complete distance, not individual lap splits.
| Distance | Cumulative time at even pace |
|---|---|
| 400 m | 2:20 |
| 800 m | 4:40 |
| 1,200 m | 7:00 |
| 1,600 m | 9:20 |
| 2,000 m | 11:40 |
| 2,400 m | 14:00 |
For a different measured track, calculate the required laps as 2,400 divided by the track length in metres. Use this arithmetic to understand the distance, and follow the actual venue instructions on test day.
Official rule vs practice calculation
The board requirement is the complete 2.4 km distance within 14 minutes. The 2:20-per-400-metre split shown above is only a training calculation for a measured 400 m track; it is not a separate UPPRPB rule. Venue layout, lap count, reporting procedure and timing method must be taken from the current PET call letter.
Document verification and PST appeal: what the official notice supports
Carry the documents specifically listed in your recruitment call letter and advertisement, including the physical-test admit card, photo identity and the original certificates supporting any category or relaxation you claimed. Do not rely on a generic internet checklist when the board notice asks for a particular format or validity date.
Measurement dispute: UPPRPB’s DV/PST notice states that a candidate who is dissatisfied with the physical-standard measurement can submit an appeal/objection on the same day immediately after the test. Follow the procedure announced at your venue before leaving.
Official reference: UPPRPB DV/PST notice.
Medical stage: use the recruitment-specific rules
Clearing height, weight and PET does not by itself establish medical fitness. Eyesight, medical examination and any review procedure should be checked in the current recruitment notice or the medical instructions issued for your batch. This page does not invent universal medical cut-offs that are not stated in the cited Constable notice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum height for female candidates in UP Police Constable recruitment?
152 cm for General, OBC, SC and EWS candidates, and 147 cm for ST candidates. Height is measured barefoot at the ground.
Is there a chest measurement for female candidates in UP Police recruitment?
No. Under the UP Police recruitment rules, no chest measurement is applied to female candidates. Only height and weight are measured in the PST.
What is the mandatory minimum weight for female candidates?
40 kg for every social category — General, OBC, SC, ST and EWS. Consult the current notice for the complete physical and medical conditions.
What is the running distance and time limit for female candidates in the UP Police PET?
Female candidates must complete 2.4 km (2400 metres) within 14 minutes. The event is qualifying in nature and adds no marks to the merit.
How is the running time calculated on the UP Police track?
The board specifies the timing procedure for each recruitment. Six laps equal 2.4 km only on a measured 400 m track; do not assume every test venue has that track length.
Is the UP Police physical test qualifying or does it carry marks?
PST, PET and the medical examination are qualifying stages. Final merit is prepared from the written examination, subject to clearing all physical and medical stages.
What happens if I fall short in height or weight at the ground?
Ask the authorised official immediately about any notified representation or remeasurement procedure. Eligibility and appeal deadlines are governed by the recruitment notice.
Can I clear the UP Police PET without a 2.4 km timing test in practice?
Use a measured distance and record your total time to assess progress. No practice target guarantees qualification; the official PET result and recruitment rules decide it.
Pre-test document checklist
- Check the recruitment title and advertisement number on the physical-test notice.
- Read any amendments published after the original advertisement.
- Compare your category claim with the prescribed certificate format.
- Save the call letter and note reporting time, venue and required documents.
- Use the notice to confirm the procedure for a measurement query.
UP Police & CAPF Physical Test – Related Guides
- SSC GD Physical Test 2027: Height, Chest, Running Time Standards – CAPF PET/PST standards for male and female candidates
- SSC GD Running Chart 2027: 5km/24min Pace Table & Training Plan – lap-wise pacing table, warm-up routine and training plan
- SSC GD 2027 Complete Guide – notification, syllabus, physical standards, salary and vacancy in one place
- Agniveer Admit Card 2026 – Official Website & Download Steps – CEE hall ticket download, login errors and ZRO helplines
Official Sources
- UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board
- UP Police official website
- UPPRPB recruitment notifications and PET/PST standards
Last reviewed: 29 September 2026. Female height/weight standards were checked against the official UP Police service rules, and the 2.4 km/14-minute PET requirement was checked against the current UPPRPB Constable notice. Always read the call letter for your own recruitment cycle.
