The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) will conduct the written examination for Uttar Pradesh Home Guard recruitment 2025 on April 25, 26, and 27, 2026 . This recruitment drive aims to fill 41,424 Home Guard vacancies across all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh.
Home Guard Vacancies
A total of 41,424 posts are available for Home Guard positions. The vacancies are distributed across different categories. These figures reflect the total opportunities for candidates aiming to join the Uttar Pradesh Home Guard.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 16,650 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 4,331 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 11,090 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 8,645 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 808 |
| Total | 41,424 |
Written Examination Details
The UP Police Home Guard written exam will take place offline. The examination paper consists of 100 questions. All questions are based on General Knowledge. Each question carries one mark, totaling 100 marks for the exam.
Candidates will have 120 minutes to complete the paper. A minimum score of 25 per cent is required to qualify the written examination. This threshold determines eligibility for subsequent selection stages.
Selection Process
The selection process for the UP Police Home Guard recruitment involves multiple stages. Candidates must clear each stage to progress. The process begins with the written examination.
- Written Examination: Candidates first appear for the objective test.
- Merit List: A merit list is prepared based on written exam performance.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST): Shortlisted candidates undergo physical assessments.
- Document Verification: Candidates’ submitted documents are verified for authenticity.
- Medical Examination: The final stage assesses candidates’ medical fitness.
Application Timeline and Next Steps
The application period for the UP Home Guard Recruitment Exam 2025 has concluded. The final date for registration was December 17, 2025 . Candidates were also able to correct their application forms between December 18 and 21, 2025.
The UPPRPB has not yet announced the release date for admit cards. Candidates must monitor the official website,uppbpb.gov.in, for all examination-related updates and instructions. The board will publish all official information exclusively on its website.