With the UP Police Computer Operator Exam scheduled for November 1, 2025, the final days before the test are crucial for consolidating your preparation. This blog post highlights the most important points to focus on to maximize your score and ensure a smooth exam day.


💻 Computer Science: Your High-Scoring Section


The Computer Science section carries the maximum weightage in the written exam (likely 80 Questions for 100 Marks out of a total 160 Questions for 200 Marks). Dedicate a significant amount of your revision time here.

  1. Office Automation (MS Office/Open Office): Master the practical applications, shortcut keys, and basic functions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Questions on formulas, data handling, and presentation features are common.
  2. Database Management Systems (DBMS): Focus on basic concepts, Relational Data Model, and SQL fundamentals. Understand what a database, table, field, and record are.
  3. Computer Networks & Internet: Revise LAN, MAN, WAN, network topologies, and security issues. Be thorough with Internet applications, search engines, e-mail, and e-commerce.
  4. Operating Systems (Windows/Unix/Linux): Understand the core functions, file management, and key commands.
  5. Boolean Algebra & Data Structures: Go over Boolean operators, Truth Tables, SOP/POS forms, and Karnaugh Maps. Review the basics of Arrays (1D and 2D), Stack, and Queue.
  6. Fundamentals: A quick revision of the History, Evolution, Generations, Hardware, Software, and Number Systems is a must.


🧠 General Knowledge, Mental Ability & Reasoning


These sections test your general awareness, logical thinking, and analytical skills.

  1. Reasoning and Mental Ability:
  2. Practice is Key: Solve as many Logical Diagrams, Analogy, Series (Number & Alphabet), Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense, and Problem Solving questions as possible. These topics primarily rely on speed and accuracy, which comes from practice.
  3. Focus on Logic: Understand the underlying logic in questions like Forcefulness of Argument and Determining Implied Meanings.
  4. General Knowledge (GK):
  5. UP-Specific GK: Prioritize Specific information regarding the education, culture, social practices, Revenue, Police, and general administrative system of Uttar Pradesh.
  6. Current Affairs: Focus on the last 6-12 months of national and international contemporary issues, Awards & Honors, Important Days, Cyber Crime, and GST.
  7. Static GK: Quickly review Indian Constitution, History of India, and Geography of India with an emphasis on key facts.


📝 Exam Day Strategy & Final Weeks


  1. Mock Tests are Non-Negotiable: Take full-length mock tests in a time-bound environment to simulate the actual 2-hour, 160-question (200 marks) exam. Analyze your weak areas immediately.
  2. Time Management: Since there are 160 questions for 120 minutes, you have less than a minute per question. Practice attempting the Computer and Reasoning sections quickly to save time for General Knowledge and more complex problems.
  3. Review, Don't Start New: In these last few days, focus purely on revising your notes and solved mock tests. Avoid starting new, complex topics that could cause confusion.
  4. Stay Calm and Confident: Trust your preparation. Get proper sleep, eat well, and stay hydrated. Mental clarity is your biggest asset on exam day.
  5. Admit Card and ID: Ensure you have your Admit Card and a valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.) ready at least a day before the exam. Check the exam center location and plan your travel.

Good luck with your final preparations! Remember, consistent effort and smart revision in these final days will make all the difference.