But after securing other government jobs, mostly as sub-inspectors, around 350-400 of these newly recruited constables are now seeking to leave the force, creating a fresh manpower challenge for the police. Leaving before completing the prescribed training and two-year probation could also cost each of them around ₹ 8 lakh under their joining bond. They dreamed of becoming Uttar Pradesh Police constables, cleared the recruitment and donned the uniform.
Their joining bond provides for recovery of training expenses, salary and allowances if they leave before completing prescribed training and probation requirements. Police headquarters has maintained that existing Establishment Department orders and joining bond conditions apply. Resignation is also subject to approval by the competent authority and applicable service conditions.
Confirming the development, director general of police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna said the number of constables seeking release was around 350-400. The amount is around ₹ 8 lakh per constable, comprising about ₹ 2.58 lakh in training expenses and ₹ 5.42 lakh in pay and allowances during the two-year probation. Under Section 9 of the Police Act, 1861, a police employee cannot leave duty without permission or two months’ written notice.
He said their resignations would be dealt with under existing service rules. A senior police official said selection for another government post does not automatically entitle recruits to leave the force.
