The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has released the notification for UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025. A total of 41,424 vacancies have been announced for male and female candidates. Interested applicants can apply online from 18 November 2025 to 17 December 2025.
1. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 18 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | To be Notified |
| Result Date | To be Notified |
2. Total Vacancies (41,424 Posts)
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 16,650 |
| EWS | 4,331 |
| OBC | 11,090 |
| SC | 8,645 |
| ST | 808 |
| Total | 41,424 |
3. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC / EBC | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / OBC | ₹300 |
Payment Options: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Wallet, UPI.
4. Eligibility Criteria
- Candidate must have passed Class 10th (High School) from a recognized board.
- Must meet physical standards.
- Must not be employed in any government, semi-government or public sector organization.
5. Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 18 years | 30 years |
Age relaxation available as per UP Government rules.
6. Physical Standards (PST)
Male Candidates
| Category | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 79–84 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 77–82 cm |
Female Candidates
| Category | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC / SC | 152 cm | Minimum 40 kg |
| ST | 147 cm | Minimum 40 kg |
7. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Gender | Running Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4.8 km | 28 minutes |
| Female | 2.4 km | 16 minutes |
8. Selection Process
The UP Home Guard selection will include:
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
9. How to Apply Online
Follow the steps below:
- Visit the official website: uppbpb.gov.in
- Click on “Home Guard Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online”.
- Register using your mobile number and email ID.
- Fill out the application form.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and print a copy for future use.
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
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UP Police OTR Registration |
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Download Official Notification |
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Check Syllabus & Exam Pattern |
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UPPRPB Official Website |
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FAQs – UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025
1. When does the UP Home Guard application start?
Applications start from 18 November 2025.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 17 December 2025.
3. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 41,424 Home Guard posts are available.
4. What is the minimum qualification?
Minimum qualification is Class 10th pass.
5. What is the age limit for Home Guard recruitment?
18 to 30 years (as on 01 July 2025).
6. What is the application fee?
- ₹400 for General/EWS/BC
- ₹300 for SC/ST/OBC
7. What are the height requirements?
Male: 168 cm (General)
Female: 152 cm (General)
8. What is the PET running requirement?
Male: 4.8 km in 28 min
Female: 2.4 km in 16 min
9. Is there a written exam?
Yes, written test is the first stage of selection.
10. How to apply for UP Home Guard 2025?
You can apply online through uppbpb.gov.in by filling the application form and paying the fee.