Home Guard Bumper Recruitment 2025: Official Notification Released for 41,000+ Posts
A significant recruitment opportunity has been announced for Home Guard positions, with a new official notification finally released. This bumper recruitment drive targets candidates for the Home Guard roles in 2025 and 2026. This article provides comprehensive details about this latest Home Guard recruitment.
Candidates interested in these positions must apply online by the deadline of December 17, 2025. This recruitment is open to both male and female applicants across Uttar Pradesh (UP), with a total of 41,424 posts available.
Key Highlights and Selection Process
The selection process for Home Guard recruitment involves multiple stages to ensure suitable candidates are chosen. Initially, a strong emphasis will be placed on physical fitness.
The complete selection process comprises a Physical Test, which includes both Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST), followed by a Written Examination. Successful candidates will then undergo Document Verification, and finally, a Medical Test will be conducted.
Eligibility Criteria
Prospective applicants must meet specific criteria to be considered for these Home Guard positions.
Educational Qualification
The minimum educational qualification required for this recruitment is 10th Pass. Candidates who have successfully completed their 10th grade are eligible to apply.
Age Limit
Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The maximum age limit is set at 30 years. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories, with a 5-year relaxation for SC/ST candidates and a 3-year relaxation for OBC candidates, as per government rules.
Application Fee
An application fee is required for all candidates. General and OBC category applicants must pay ₹400. For SC, ST, and PWD candidates, the fee is ₹300. All fees must be paid online during the application process.
Physical Standards and Endurance Tests
The physical test is a crucial stage of the selection process, encompassing various measurements and endurance challenges.
Height Requirements
Minimum height requirements differ for male and female candidates. Males must have a minimum height of 168 cm, while females must be at least 152 cm tall.
Chest Measurement (Males Only)
For male candidates, the chest measurement is assessed. The normal unexpanded chest size should be at least 78 cm. Upon expansion, the chest must measure 83 cm, demonstrating a minimum expansion of 5 cm. This criterion is not applicable to female candidates.
Running Test
A running test is a compulsory part of the physical efficiency assessment. Male candidates are required to complete a 1600-meter race within 6.5 minutes. Female candidates must complete an 800-meter race within 5.5 minutes.
Additional Physical Tests
In addition to the running test, specific physical tasks are mandated. Male candidates must perform 10 push-ups within a time limit of 1 minute. For female candidates, a long jump of 2.5 meters is required. These additional tests are not applicable to the respective opposite genders.
Written Examination Pattern
Candidates who successfully clear the physical tests will proceed to a written examination. This exam is designed to assess the knowledge and aptitude of the applicants.
The written exam will cover subjects such as General Knowledge (GK), General Hindi, Numerical and Mental Ability, and Intelligence Reasoning. The test will consist of a total of 150 questions, with each question carrying 2 marks, making the total marks for the exam 300. There will be no negative marking in this examination, and the questions will be based on the 10th standard curriculum.
Salary Structure
Successful candidates appointed as Home Guards can expect a competitive salary package. The minimum salary offered is approximately ₹18,000 per month. This figure is a base, and actual earnings may be higher.
Essential Documents for Application
Applicants must prepare a set of essential documents for their online application. These include passport-size photographs (at least four copies are recommended), a clear signature, a valid ID proof, and all relevant educational certificates, starting from the 10th-grade mark sheet.
Additionally, candidates belonging to SC, ST, or OBC categories must provide a valid Caste Certificate. An Age Proof, which can be the 10th mark sheet or a birth certificate, is also required. Finally, a Domicile Certificate is necessary to prove residency.
How to Apply Online
The application process for these Home Guard positions is entirely online. Applicants are strongly advised to thoroughly review the official notification before proceeding with their application.
To apply, candidates will typically need to complete a One Time Registration (OTR) process. Once registered, they can log in to fill out and submit their application form. The final date for application submission is December 17, 2025. The notification also details category-wise and district-wise vacancies for both male and female candidates within Uttar Pradesh.