UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 295 Block Organizer and Platoon Commander Posts
Uttar Pradesh Adheenasth Seva Chayan Aayog (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has released Advertisement No. 10-Exam/2026 for direct recruitment to the posts of Block Organizer and Platoon Commander under Home Guards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh. As per the notification, a total of 295 vacancies have been announced, including 243 posts of Block Organizer and 52 posts of Platoon Commander.
Eligible candidates who possess a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score card can apply online through the prescribed application process. The recruitment process includes shortlisting on the basis of PET-2025, main written examination, physical standard test, physical efficiency test, document verification, and other stages as applicable. Candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully before filling out the online application form.
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruiting Body |
Uttar Pradesh Adheenasth Seva Chayan Aayog (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Department |
Home Guards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow |
| Advertisement Number |
10-Exam/2026 |
| Post Names |
Block Organizer, Platoon Commander |
| Total Vacancies |
295 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Eligibility Test Required |
UPSSSC PET-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply |
06-07-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment / Correction |
06-07-2026 |
UP Home Guards Vacancy 2026 Details
| Sl. No. |
Department |
Post Name |
Pay Scale / Pay Level |
UR |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
Total |
Suitable For |
| 1 |
Home Guards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow |
Block Organizer |
Level-5, Rs. 29200 - 92300 |
98 |
48 |
02 |
71 |
24 |
243 |
Male |
| 2 |
Home Guards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow |
Platoon Commander |
Level-6, Rs. 35400 - 112400 |
23 |
11 |
01 |
12 |
05 |
52 |
All Eligible Candidates |
| Grand Total |
295 |
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
Online Processing Fee |
Total Fee |
| Unreserved |
Rs. 0 |
Rs. 25 |
Rs. 25 |
| OBC |
Rs. 0 |
Rs. 25 |
Rs. 25 |
| SC |
Rs. 0 |
Rs. 25 |
Rs. 25 |
| ST |
Rs. 0 |
Rs. 25 |
Rs. 25 |
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The notification states that the candidate must have attained the minimum age of 21 years and should not be more than 40 years of age. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
| Post Name |
Minimum Age |
Maximum Age |
| Block Organizer |
21 Years |
40 Years |
| Platoon Commander |
21 Years |
40 Years |
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Reservation Details
Reservation will be provided as per the rules of the Uttar Pradesh Government. The notification includes reservation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, women, ex-servicemen, dependent of freedom fighter, and other notified categories as per applicable Government orders.
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment process will be conducted in multiple stages. Candidates must possess a valid PET-2025 score and complete the online application for the main examination. The selection stages mentioned in the notification are as follows:
- Shortlisting on the basis of UPSSSC PET-2025 score
- Main Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test
- Physical Efficiency Test
- Document Verification
- Final Merit and other applicable verification stages
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Physical Standard Test
For Male Candidates
| Category |
Height |
Chest Without Expansion |
Chest With Expansion |
| General / OBC / SC |
167.7 cm |
78.8 cm |
83.8 cm |
| Hill Area Candidates |
162.6 cm |
76.5 cm |
81.5 cm |
| ST Candidates |
160 cm |
76.5 cm |
81.5 cm |
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Physical Efficiency Test
| Candidate Type |
Race |
Time Limit |
| Male Candidates |
4.8 Kilometer |
25 Minutes |
| Female Candidates |
2.4 Kilometer |
14 Minutes |
UP Home Guards Main Exam Pattern 2026
The main written examination will be objective type. The question paper will carry 100 marks. Each question will be of 1 mark. There will be negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer. The duration of the examination will be 2 hours.
| Part |
Subject |
No. of Questions |
Total Marks |
| Part-1 |
History of India and Indian National Movement |
05 |
05 |
| Part-1 |
Indian Polity and Indian Constitution |
10 |
10 |
| Part-1 |
Geography of India and World |
05 |
05 |
| Part-1 |
Indian Economy and Social Development |
10 |
10 |
| Part-1 |
Current Events of National and International Importance |
05 |
05 |
| Part-1 |
Sports in India |
05 |
05 |
| Part-1 |
Human Anatomy |
05 |
05 |
| Part-1 |
Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management |
10 |
10 |
| Part-1 |
Data Interpretation |
10 |
10 |
| Part-2 |
Computer and Information Technology Knowledge |
15 |
15 |
| Part-3 |
General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh |
20 |
20 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Highlights
- History of India and Indian National Movement
- Indian Constitution and Indian Polity
- Geography of India and the World
- Indian Economy and Social Development
- Current Affairs of National and International Importance
- Sports in India
- Human Anatomy
- Environment, Ecology and Disaster Management
- Data Interpretation
- Computer and Information Technology
- General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh
UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Note
Candidates must hold a valid UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) score card. The notification clearly states that only such candidates can proceed with the online application for the main examination. Candidates must also ensure that all required educational and category-related certificates are possessed on or before the prescribed cut-off date mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply for UP Home Guards Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Open the relevant advertisement for Home Guards Block Organizer and Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026.
- Login using your PET-2025 registration details.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Verify personal details, reservation details, and post preference.
- Upload photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the online processing fee of Rs. 25.
- Submit the final application and take a printout for future reference.
Documents Required
- UPSSSC PET-2025 Score Card
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Category Certificate, if applicable
- Domicile Certificate, if applicable
- Photo Identity Proof
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Other reservation-related certificates as applicable
Important Instructions
- Candidates should read the full notification carefully before applying.
- Only candidates with valid PET-2025 score card are eligible to apply.
- Online application and fee submission must be completed before the prescribed last date.
- Incorrect information may lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Physical standards and efficiency tests are mandatory wherever applicable.
- Negative marking of 1/4 mark will apply in the written examination.
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