The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is planning a large recruitment drive for 45,000 Home Guard posts . This is a big chance for young job seekers in Uttar Pradesh. The official announcement for these jobs is expected in November 2025 . Interested candidates will need to apply online through the official UPPRPB website, uppbpb.gov.in , once the application process starts.
Key Dates to Remember
Here are the important dates. Please note that these are expected dates and can change:
- Notification Release: November 2025 (Expected)
- Online Application Start: Available Soon
- Last Date to Apply Online: Available Soon
- Last Date for Fee Payment: Available Soon
- Admit Card Release: Will be announced later
- Exam Date: Will be announced later
- Result Date: Will be announced later
Always check the official website for the latest updates on these dates.
Number of Posts
A total of 45,000 vacancies are expected for the UP Police Home Guard role.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility and Age
Educational Qualification
To apply for the UP Home Guard posts, candidates must have passed the 10th (High School) examination from any recognized board or institution in India.
Age Limit
Candidates must be at least 18 years old . The maximum age limit is 30 years . More details on age relaxation for reserved categories will be in the full notification.
Application Fee
All candidates, including General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and Female applicants, will need to pay an application fee of ₹400/- . This fee can be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline through E-Challan.
Salary Information
Home Guards in Uttar Pradesh can expect a monthly salary based on a pay scale of ₹5,200/- to ₹20,200/- , with a Grade Pay of ₹2,000/- . The estimated gross monthly salary, including various allowances like HRA, DA, and TA, is expected to be between ₹25,000/- to ₹30,000/- .
Selection Process
The selection for UP Home Guard posts will involve several stages:
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List (based on overall performance)
Physical Standards (PST & PET)
Candidates must meet specific physical standards:
| Type | Male (Gen/OBC/SC) | Male (ST) | Female (Gen/OBC/SC) | Female (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 168 CMS | 160 CMS | 152 CMS | 147 CMS |
| Chest | 79-84 CMS | 77-82 CMS | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | 40 KG | 40 KG |
| Running | 4.8 Km in 28 Min | 4.8 Km in 28 Min | 2.4 Km in 16 Min | 2.4 Km in 16 Min |
Exam Pattern
The written exam will be offline with objective-type questions:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | – | – |
| General Knowledge | – | – |
| Numerical and Mental Ability | – | – |
| Mental Aptitude/IQ/Reasoning Ability | – | – |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
- Mode of Exam: Offline
- Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice)
- Time Duration: 150 Minutes (2 hours 30 minutes)
- Negative Marking: 0.5 Marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
More detailed information about the number of questions per subject will be available in the full notification.
How to Apply Online
Once the application link is active, follow these steps to apply for the UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025:
- First, read the official UP Home Guard Notification 2025 PDF carefully.
- Visit the official website: uppbpb.gov.in .
- Look for the “Apply Online” link for UP Police Home Guard Recruitment 2025 and click on it.
- Fill in all the required details in the online application form.
- Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and other necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Finally, review your form and take a printout of the submitted application for your records.
Important Links
Candidates should regularly visit the official website for updates:
- Official Website: uppbpb.gov.in
- Apply Online: Link will be active soon
- Download Full Notification: Link will be active soon