UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025: 41,424 Vacancies — Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Physical Test & Apply Online
UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 ke liye ek bahut bada mauka aya hai — lagbhag 41,424 se adhik posts. Agar aap 10th pass hain aur police/support duty me interest rakhte hain, toh is article me sab kuch step-by-step diya gaya hai: eligibility, age limit, salary, physical test, selection process, aur guaranteed working links.
Introduction
Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Recruitment 2025 public safety aur community support ke liye ek large scale bharti hai. Home Guard volunteers ko police aur disaster management teams ke saath milkar kaam karna hota hai — festivals, VIP duties, traffic control aur emergency response me help karte hain. Ye post un candidates ke liye best hai jo discipline pasand karte hain aur stable government job chahte hain.
Recruitment Highlights
| Recruitment Board | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) |
| Post | Home Guard |
| Total Vacancies | 41,424 (approx.) |
| Qualification | 10th Pass (minimum) |
| Apply Mode | Online (OTR required) |
Important Dates (Expected)
- Notification Release: Nov 2025 (short notice / PDF released).
- One Time Registration (OTR): Active — Apply ASAP.
- Online Application Start: November 2025 (official site par confirm karein).
- Last Date to Apply: December 2025 (tentative).
- Written + Physical Test: Early 2026 (tentative schedule).
Tip: Official site par OTR kar lena best practice hai — aap future recruitments ke liye bhi eligible rahenge.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Minimum: 10th pass (any recognized board). 12th ya higher qualification wala candidate bhi apply kar sakta hai.
Age Limit
Minimum age: 18 years. Maximum age: 30 years (expected). Reserved categories ke liye age relaxation government rules ke anusar apply hoti hai.
Nationality & Domicile
Candidate ko India ka citizen hona chahiye. UP domicile / district residence ka proof zaruri ho sakta hai — district-wise allocation possible hai.
Physical Standards & PET
Height (Typical)
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 152 cm |
| ST (relaxed) | 160 cm | 147 cm |
Chest (Male)
Unexpanded: 79 cm, Expanded: 84 cm (approx.)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Male: 4.8 km run in ~28 minutes (approx.)
- Female: 2.4 km run in ~16 minutes (approx.)
Note: PET benchmarks district/notification ke hisab se thode vary kar sakte hain — official notice dekhein.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Overall Stages
- One Time Registration (OTR) verification
- Written Examination (Objective type)
- Physical Standard Test (PST) — Height/Chest check
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Running, stamina tests
- Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination
- Final Merit List & Appointment
Written Exam (Expected Pattern)
Objective type paper covering:
- General Hindi
- General Knowledge (UP specific + national current affairs)
- Numerical Ability / Mental Ability
- Reasoning & Intelligence
(Questions, marks aur time duration notification me specified honge — yahan diya gaya structure expected hai.)
Salary & Benefits
Home Guard ki salary / allowances state rules ke anusar vary karte hain. Expected monthly income (including allowances) around:
₹20,000 – ₹27,000 per month (approx.)
Other benefits may include: Duty Allowance, Uniform Allowance, TA/DA for special duty and other government perks.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Step 1: Visit official UPPRPB website: https://uppbpb.gov.in
- Step 2: Complete One Time Registration (OTR) — this is mandatory for most UP recruitments.
- Step 3: Login and click "Apply Online" for Home Guard Recruitment 2025.
- Step 4: Fill application form carefully; upload photo, signature, and required documents.
- Step 5: Pay application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Step 6: Print the confirmation page / acknowledgement for future reference.
Important: Form submit karne se pehle sab details confirm karein — mistakes correction window limited ho sakti hai.
Documents Required
- Passport size photograph
- Signature (digital scan)
- 10th marksheet & certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Domicile certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Valid mobile number & email ID
Preparation Strategy & Quick Tips
- Create a daily study plan: 2–3 hours for written exam topics (Hindi, GK, Maths, Reasoning).
- Practice previous year papers & mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
- Start physical training now: Running, push-ups, long jump practice for PET.
- Keep documents scanned and ready (jpg/pdf) for fast upload during form filling.
- Apply early — avoid last-day website slowdowns.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Kya 10th pass candidates apply kar sakte hain?
Haan. Minimum qualification 10th pass hai. Higher qualification wale bhi apply kar sakte hain.
Q2. Last date kya hai?
Official notification me final last date mention hogi. Media reports ke mutabiq December 2025 tak ka samay ho sakta hai — form bharne se pehle official site par confirm karein.
Q3. Kya women candidates apply kar sakti hain?
Bilkul — women candidates ke liye bhi vacancies rakhi gayi hain. Kuch districts me women-specific allocation ho sakta hai.
Q4. Kya state-outside candidates apply kar sakte hain?
Generally domicile requirement hoti hai — UP resident hona ya district residence proof required ho sakta hai. Official notification dekhein.
Conclusion
UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 ek bahut badi aur promising opportunity hai— khas kar un candidates ke liye jo community service aur security field me stable sarkari job chahte hain. Preparation ko do hisso me baant lijiye: written exam aur physical fitness. Documents ready rakhiye, OTR complete kijiye aur form jaldi bhar dijiye.
Agar aap chahein toh main district-wise vacancy PDF, mock test papers, ya customized study plan bhi ready kar dunga — bas boliye!
Article by Param Sahu | paramworld.in
