Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Recruitment 2025 Begins for 41,424 Posts

The Uttar Pradesh government has officially announced the recruitment of 41,424 Home Guard posts, offering a major opportunity for Class 10 pass youth seeking stable work with physical fitness requirements. The online application process began on November 18, 2025, and the last date to apply is December 17, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official UPPRPB website upprpb.in.

This large-scale recruitment will fill vacancies across all districts, with the highest numbers in Kanpur Nagar (1947), Lucknow (1371), Agra (1232), Prayagraj (1219), Hardoi (1072), Varanasi (1004), Sitapur (927), Jaunpur (900), Azamgarh (867), and Aligarh (853).

UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 – Overview

Eligibility Criteria

The basic eligibility rules for the UP Home Guard 2025 recruitment include:

• Education: Must have passed Class 10 from a recognized board.
• Age Limit:
  • 18 to 30 years (Born between July 1, 1995 and July 1, 2007)
  • SC/ST/OBC: 5-year age relaxation
• Gender: Both males and females can apply.
• Reservation: 20% seats reserved for women.
• District Rule: Apply only for the district of residence.

Physical Standards

Application Fees

Fee payment deadline: December 20, 2025

How to Apply for UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025

1. Visit the official website upprpb.in.
2. Click on Home Guard Recruitment 2025 link.
3. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using Aadhaar, mobile number and email ID.
4. Log in and fill out the application form.
5. Upload:
   • Class 10 marksheet
   • Caste certificate
   • Residence certificate (via DigiLocker)
6. Upload passport-size photograph and signature.
7. Pay the application fee and submit the form.

For assistance, candidates can call the official helpline 18009110005, available till December 17.

SELECTION PROCESS

The recruitment will be conducted in the following stages:

1. Written Exam (100 Marks)

• 100 General Knowledge questions
• Duration: 2 hours
• Minimum qualifying marks: 25
• Candidates scoring below 25 marks will be eliminated.

2. Physical Standards Test (PST)

• Height, chest, and weight verification
• Document verification before the race

3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Race

No long jump or high jump included.

4. Merit List

• Prepared district-wise
• Extra marks awarded for:
  • NCC A, B, C Certificates
  • Scout/Guide Certificates
• No waiting list will be prepared.

UP Home Guard Salary 2025

• Daily Allowance: ₹600 per working day
• Dearness Allowance: Extra as applicable
• By working 15–20 days per month, candidates can earn between ₹15,000–₹20,000.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

The UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 is a major opportunity for Class 10 pass candidates seeking government-backed employment with physical fitness requirements. With 41,424 vacancies, district-wise merit lists, and a structured selection process, applicants should apply early and prepare thoroughly for the written exam and physical tests. For official updates, visit upprpb.in and bookmark this page for the latest notifications.

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