Lucknow, June 8 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board has commenced the written examination process for the recruitment of 32,679 constable posts, with elaborate arrangements put in place across the state to ensure that the examination is conducted in a fair, transparent and smooth manner.

Authorities have deployed extensive security measures, while continuous monitoring is being carried out through CCTV surveillance at examination centres.

The recruitment examination is being conducted over three days — Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday — and has drawn a large number of candidates not only from Uttar Pradesh but also from neighbouring states.

At the National PG College examination centre in Hazratganj, Lucknow, candidates from Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and other nearby states arrived to appear for the highly competitive examination.

Speaking to IANS, many aspirants expressed optimism about their preparation while also appreciating the arrangements made by the administration.

A candidate, speaking to IANS, said, “I have been preparing for the last three years. The arrangements at the exam centre are good, and installing CCTV cameras is a positive step.”

Another candidate appearing for the examination stated, “I have been preparing for two years.”

The recruitment drive has generated considerable interest among young aspirants seeking employment in the police force, with thousands of candidates appearing at centres spread across multiple districts.

In Amethi, district authorities have completed extensive preparations for the examination. Around 28,000 candidates are expected to take the test across 12 designated centres.

Officials have implemented strict security protocols aimed at ensuring that the examination remains peaceful, transparent and free from any malpractice.

Similarly, large-scale arrangements have been made in Varanasi, where the police recruitment examination is being conducted in two shifts across 50 examination centres. Authorities estimate that approximately 132,192 candidates will participate in the examination process in the district.

In Gorakhpur, 44 centres have been established for the examination, with a total of 116,784 candidates expected to appear.

The intense competition associated with the recruitment process was evident in the reactions of candidates.

Several aspirants spoke about the challenges they have faced over the years while preparing for the examination and their concerns regarding paper leaks, an issue that has frequently dominated discussions around competitive examinations in the country.

Speaking to IANS, a candidate in Varanasi said, “There is immense competition, and candidates are always worried about the possibility of a paper leak. I have been preparing for the past five years and have faced many challenges.”

“One has to prepare in a specific way. The fear of a paper leak constantly lingers in the mind, though I have prepared well,” another said.

A third aspirant remarked, “This is my second attempt. My preparation is good, but the fear of a paper leak remains, especially since the NEET paper was recently leaked.”

Candidates also noted that the examination has become even more competitive because applicants from other states are participating alongside those from Uttar Pradesh.

At the same time, some candidates expressed confidence in the arrangements made by the state administration. One candidate stated that there was little risk of a paper leak in Uttar Pradesh because the security and administrative mechanisms put in place for the examination were extremely strong.

To maintain the integrity of the examination process, authorities have deployed security personnel in large numbers and conducted detailed briefings for officials assigned to examination centres.

Speaking about the arrangements in Lucknow, ACP Apoorva Pandey said that a significant number of examination centres fall within the Cantonment area and that extensive security measures have been implemented.

“There are a large number of examination centres in the Cantt area. Stringent security measures have been put in place, and personnel have been briefed to ensure the candidates’ convenience. Steps are also being taken to ensure there are no disruptions during the examination,” Pandey said.

In Prayagraj, candidates also expressed satisfaction with the arrangements made for the examination. One aspirant said that the preparations at the centre were excellent and that the overall management appeared highly organised.

One candidate, speaking to IANS, noted, “Electronic devices have been strictly prohibited inside the examination premises, and authorities are maintaining close supervision throughout the process.”

“Rigorous checking procedures were being followed and that the arrangements at the examination centres were functioning efficiently,” another said.

Meanwhile, strict security arrangements have also been enforced in Mainpuri. Officials there have taken additional precautions to ensure that the examination is conducted without any disturbances and in accordance with established guidelines.

Providing details of the arrangements, CO Santosh Kumar Singh said, “The police recruitment examination had commenced and would continue on the 8th, 9th and 10th. He added that designated examination centres had been identified and all necessary arrangements had been made to facilitate the process.”

According to Singh, the examination is being conducted in two shifts. The first shift runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., while the second shift is held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

–IANS

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