UP Police Constable Exam: Special trains announced for Kanpur and other major stations
Indian Railways has made special arrangements for candidates appearing in the UP Police Constable recruitment exam from June 8 to 10, 2026. To manage the expected rush of over 1.20 lakh candidates in Kanpur alone, the railway has reserved special rakes and announced additional train services. Various divisions including Prayagraj and Izzatnagar are working together to ensure a smooth journey for the students.
What are the special train arrangements for candidates
The railway will operate special exam trains from June 7 to June 10, 2026. The Izzatnagar division of North Eastern Railway will run a special train (05312) between Kasganj Junction and Kanpur Anwarganj on June 8, 9, and 10. Additionally, the 05031/05032 Gorakhpur-Lucknow-Gorakhpur unreserved special will operate during the same period. Extra rakes have been kept ready at Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, Aligarh, Etawah, and Mirzapur stations to handle sudden crowds.
How is security and crowd management being handled
Kanpur Central has reserved six special rakes to manage the estimated additional crowd of two lakh people over three days. For security, RPF and GRP have deployed Quick Response Teams (QRT) and six special ‘Rassa’ teams. The Prayagraj division has set up a special war room to monitor train operations and passenger facilities in real-time. CCTV surveillance and active help desks are also operational at major stations.
Important details regarding exam centers and transport
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Dates | June 8, 9, and 10, 2026 |
| Kanpur Exam Centers | 54 Centers |
| Candidates per Shift | 19,440 in Kanpur |
| Additional Buses | 125 buses across 17 cities |
| Security Deployment | 1600 police, 10 QRT, 2 PAC companies |
| Kanpur Central Status | Closed on June 21, 2026 for interlocking work |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the dates for the UP Police Constable exam?
The exam will be conducted on June 8, 9, and 10, 2026. Special trains will operate from June 7 to June 10 to help candidates.
Which special trains are running for the exam?
Special train 05312 will run between Kasganj and Kanpur Anwarganj, and the 05031/05032 Gorakhpur-Lucknow-Gorakhpur unreserved special will also be available.