The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially released the UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 Notification for a massive 41,424 vacancies across the state. This is one of the largest recruitment drives for Home Guard positions in Uttar Pradesh, offering opportunities for 10th-pass male and female candidates.
The online application process began on 18 November 2025, and the last date to apply is 17 December 2025. Eligible candidates must submit their application form within the given dates through the official website uppbpb.gov.in.
In this article, you will find complete details about the UP Home Guard recruitment process, including eligibility criteria, age limit, physical standards, PET details, vacancy distribution, selection process, and the step-by-step procedure to apply online.
UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 – Overview
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18 November 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 18 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 December 2025 |
| Exam Date | To Be Notified |
| Admit Card | To Be Notified |
Application Fee
- General / EWS / OBC: ₹400
- SC / ST: ₹300
Payment can be made through Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking, or other online modes.
UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
A total of 41,424 vacancies have been announced across various categories.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 16,650 |
| EWS | 4,331 |
| OBC | 11,090 |
| SC | 8,645 |
| ST | 808 |
| Total | 41,424 |
Candidates are advised to check district-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution through the official notification link provided below.
UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (High School) from any recognized board in India.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules.
UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 – Physical Standard Test (PST)
Physical standards vary for male and female candidates.
For Male Candidates
| Category | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 79–84 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 77–82 cm |
For Female Candidates
| Category | Height | Minimum Weight |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC / SC | 152 cm | 40 kg |
| ST | 147 cm | 40 kg |
UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 – Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Category | Race Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4.8 km | 28 minutes |
| Female | 2.4 km | 16 minutes |
Candidates must qualify both PST and PET to move forward in the selection process.
UP Home Guard Selection Process 2025
The selection will be carried out in the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Merit List
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Only candidates who clear each stage will be considered for final selection.
UP Home Guard Online Form 2025 – How to Apply
Follow the steps below to submit the online application form:
- Visit the official website uppbpb.gov.in.
- Click on the “UP Police Home Guard Recruitment 2025” link.
- Complete the registration process using your mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload required documents including photo and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review your application and submit it.
- Download the final form for future reference.
Candidates must read the official notification before applying to avoid errors.
Important Links – UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025
Apply Online – Click Here
UP Police OTR Registration – Click Here
Download Notification – Click Here
Official Website – Click Here
FAQ – UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025
Q1. When did the UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 application start?
The application process started on 18 November 2025.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to apply is 17 December 2025.
Q3. What is the total number of vacancies?
A total of 41,424 Home Guard posts have been announced.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed Class 10th from a recognized board.
Q5. What are the PET requirements?
Male – 4.8 km in 28 minutes
Female – 2.4 km in 16 minutes










