Home Guard Recruitment 2025: Eligibility, Application, and Selection Details
A new recruitment drive for Home Guards in 2025 has been announced, offering numerous opportunities for eligible candidates. This recruitment aims to fill a significant number of positions, open to both male and female applicants across India. This article provides comprehensive details regarding eligibility criteria, application process, salary, selection stages, and key dates.
Overview of Home Guard Recruitment 2025
The Home Guard recruitment for 2025 seeks to fill a total of 44,500 posts, with an estimated 44,348 expected positions. This is an All India opportunity, with both male and female candidates eligible to apply. The recruitment drive is conducted by the UP Home Guard Recruitment Board 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Home Guard positions, candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements:
- Qualification: Applicants must have passed the 10th grade. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for complete details regarding educational qualifications.
- Age Limit: The minimum age for applicants is 18 years, and the maximum age is 40 years. Age relaxation will be provided as per government rules for categories such as Female, OBC, SC, and ST candidates.
- Application Method: The application process will be conducted online.
Salary and Reservation
Selected candidates can expect a salary of 25,000+ per month, as per the rules for UP Home Guard positions. Additionally, there will be a 20% reservation of seats for women, in accordance with established rules.
Application Fees
The application fees vary based on the candidate’s category:
- General and OBC Candidates: ₹100
- SC and ST Candidates: No application fee
- Female Candidates: No application fee
Selection Process
The selection process for the Home Guard recruitment 2025 involves multiple stages to assess the suitability of candidates:
- Written Exam: An OMR-based objective type examination.
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Assessment of physical measurements like height and chest.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Evaluation of physical fitness through tasks like running.
- Document Verification: Verification of all submitted documents.
- Medical Test: A medical examination to ensure fitness for duty.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for more detailed information on each stage.
Written Examination Pattern
The written exam will be an objective-type, OMR-based test with a duration of 150 minutes (expected). Each question in the exam will carry two marks, and there will be negative marking for incorrect answers. The paper will consist of 150 questions, totaling 300 marks.
The subjects covered in the written examination include:
- General Knowledge
- General Hindi
- Numerical and Mental Ability
- Mental Aptitude and Reasoning
Only candidates who successfully submit their online applications will be eligible to appear for the written examination.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details
The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) has specific requirements for male and female candidates:
For Male Candidates:
- Height: Minimum 168 cm
- Chest: 78-83 cm (expansion required)
- Running: 1600 meters in 6.5 minutes
- Push-ups: 10 push-ups in 1 minute
For Female Candidates:
- Height: Minimum 152 cm
- Running: 800 meters in 5.5 minutes
- Long Jump: Minimum 2.5 meters
Required Documents for Application
Applicants will need the following documents to complete their online application:
- Aadhaar Card
- 10th Marksheet
- Registered Mobile Number
- Passport Size Photo
- Email ID
- Degree related to the position (if applicable)
- Residence Certificate
- Signature
- Caste Certificate
Candidates are advised to check the official notification for a complete list of required documents and any specific formats.
Important Dates (Expected)
The tentative dates for the Home Guard Recruitment 2025 are as follows:
- Starting Date for Online Application: August 2025 (expected)
- Last Date for Online Application: September 2025 (expected)
While earlier discussions suggested a July start, the application process is now anticipated to commence in August. Candidates should regularly check the official notification for precise application start and end dates.
