Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Recruitment 2025: Apply for 45,000 Positions

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced the recruitment of over 45,000 Home Guard positions for 2025, allowing 10th-grade candidates to apply. The application process will begin on July 1st, with specific eligibility criteria and a selection process based on a written examination. Candidates must be residents of the district where they apply and meet age requirements. This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for youth in Uttar Pradesh. Stay updated on the official UPPRPB website for more details.

By Sourabh Singh Nov 4, 2025, 15:49 IST

Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Recruitment 2025

Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Recruitment 2025: Exciting news for youth looking for Home Guard positions in Uttar Pradesh! A government order has been issued to initiate this recruitment, along with the approval of new guidelines. Notably, two significant changes have been introduced. The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) will now oversee the recruitment of over 45,000 Home Guard roles in the state. Additionally, candidates who have completed their 10th grade will now be eligible to apply.

According to the newly released "Uttar Pradesh State Home Guard Enrollment Guidelines," online applications will commence on July 1st. The guidelines specify that Home Guard volunteers will be recruited based on the available vacancies in their respective districts. The District Commandant will evaluate the current vacancies in district units on July 1st of the enrollment year, ensuring separate vacancies for both men and women, allowing candidates to apply accordingly.

Eligibility Criteria for UP Home Guard
To qualify for Home Guard recruitment, candidates must be residents of the district where the vacancy exists. Those who are regularly employed in public, government, semi-government, or public sector undertakings are not eligible to apply. Regarding educational qualifications, candidates must have completed their 10th grade from a recognized board or possess an equivalent qualification acknowledged by the Uttar Pradesh government. Applicants will need to present their 10th-grade marksheet and certificate during the application process.

Age Requirements
Applicants for the Home Guard positions must be at least 18 years old and not exceed 30 years of age. The age limit will be determined as of July 1st of the enrollment year. Age relaxation will be provided for OBC, SC, ST, and other reserved category candidates, applicable only to native residents of Uttar Pradesh.

Selection Process
The selection of candidates for Home Guard roles will be based on a written examination featuring objective-type questions. The exam will carry a total of 100 marks and will last for 2 hours. The UPPRPB will determine the syllabus and schedule for the examination. A merit list will be created based on the written test results.

Following this, candidates will be invited for document verification and a physical standard test. The minimum height requirement for general candidates/SC/OBC male applicants is 168 cm, while female candidates must be at least 152 cm tall. Additionally, female candidates should weigh no less than 40 kg. For further information regarding this recruitment, candidates are advised to regularly check the official UPPRPB website, where applications will be initiated.