Clearing the written exam, PST and PET doesn’t guarantee selection – the Medical Test is the final physical hurdle, and it trips up more candidates than most expect. The board isn’t just rechecking your height and chest; it’s assessing whether you’re fit for the physical demands of active police duty. Here’s the complete list of checks, common disqualification reasons, and how to prepare.
What the UP Police Medical Test Covers
| Check | What’s Assessed |
|---|---|
| Height (Male) | 168 cm (≈5’6”) : General/OBC/SC, 160 cm : (≈5’3”) ST |
| Height (Female) | 152 cm (≈5’0”): General/OBC/SC, 147 cm : ST (≈4’10”) |
| Weight (Male) | No fixed minimum – must be proportionate to height and age |
| Weight (Female) | Minimum 40 kg |
| Chest Measurement (Male only) | General/OBC/SC: 79 cm unexpanded, 84 cm expanded ST : 77 cm unexpanded, 82 cm expanded (Minimum 5 cm expansion) |
| Eyesight | Distant and near vision, color blindness, squint, prior laser surgery |
| Hearing | Normal hearing in both ears; partial deafness disqualifies |
| Blood Pressure | Checked as part of general fitness assessment |
| Physical Deformities | Knock knees, flat feet, bow legs, and similar structural issues |
| General Fitness | Overall physical condition and ability to perform active duty |
| Medical/Substance History | Screened for chronic conditions and history of substance abuse |
Eyesight Standards
- Distant vision: 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other (without corrective lenses, for most posts)
- Near vision: 0.5 / J1 in the better eye
- Color blindness: not permitted
- Squint or other morbid eye/eyelid conditions: grounds for rejection
- History of laser refractive surgery: typically disqualifying – check the current notification, as this rule has been revisited in some past cycles
Common Reasons for Medical Disqualification
- Vision problems – poor eyesight, color blindness, or squint below the required standard
- Hearing problems – any degree of partial deafness
- Physical deformity – knock knees, flat feet, or similar structural conditions
- Chest/ height shortfall – failing to meet the rechecked PST standard
- Substance abuse history – documented history of addiction or substance abuse
- Undisclosed chronic medical conditions – conditions that could affect fitness for active duty
How to Prepare for the Medical Test
- Get a general health check-up a few weeks in advance – don’t wait until the test date to discover an issue.
- Have your eyesight tested at a proper eye clinic; if you wear corrective lenses, understand what’s permitted for your specific post.
- Address treatable/manageable conditions (like mild hearing issues or minor infections) well ahead of your scheduled date.
- Maintain your fitness routine right up to the medical test – not just for the PET running requirement, but for the general fitness assessment too.
- Carry any relevant medical history documents if you have a pre-existing, disclosed and manageable condition.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is checked in the UP Police Medical Test?
Height, weight, chest (for male candidates), eyesight, hearing, blood pressure, physical deformities, and overall fitness for active duty.
2. Can I wear glasses during the UP Police Medical Test?
Eyesight standards are typically assessed without corrective lenses for the base requirement – check your specific notification for exact rules on corrective lenses.
3. Does a history of laser eye surgery disqualify a candidate?
It’s commonly listed as a disqualifying factor, though rules have varied across cycles – confirm the current requirement in your official notification before your test date.
4. Is the Medical Test the final stage of UP Police Constable selection?
Yes, along with document verification, it’s the final stage after the written exam, PST and PET before the merit list and appointment process.
5. What happens if I’m declared unfit in the Medical Test?
Being declared unfit generally means disqualification from that recruitment cycle for the specific reason identified – some boards allow a review/re-examination process in certain cases, so check current rules if this happens to you.
