Home Guard Recruitment 2025: New Vacancies for 41,424 Posts Released
A significant new recruitment drive for Home Guard positions in 2025 has been announced, with an official notification issued. This recruitment aims to fill a total of 41,424 posts, open to both male and female candidates across India. The minimum educational qualification required is 10th pass. Candidates interested in applying for these Home Guard positions can do so through the online application process.
Overview of Home Guard Recruitment 2025
The Home Guard Recruitment Board 2025 has released a substantial number of vacancies for the Home Guard post. This recruitment drive is open to eligible candidates from all states in India. The application process will be conducted online.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Home Guard posts, candidates must have passed the 10th class from any recognized board. For further detailed information regarding educational qualifications, applicants are advised to check the official notification.
Age Limit
The minimum age limit for Home Guard recruitment is 18 years, and the maximum age limit is 40 years. Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates, including Female, OBC, SC, and ST categories, as per government rules. Candidates should refer to the official notification for complete details on age relaxation.
Application Fee
Applicants are required to pay an application fee based on their category. General and OBC candidates must pay ₹400. For SC and ST candidates, the fee is ₹300. Female candidates are also required to pay ₹300. More details on application fees can be found in the official notification.
Salary Details
The expected salary for Home Guard positions is around ₹25,000 plus, as per rules and post. For comprehensive details regarding salary structure and other benefits, candidates should consult the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection process for Home Guard Recruitment 2025 involves several stages. The initial step is a Written Examination, which will be OMR-based and conducted offline. Following the written test, candidates will undergo a Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and a Physical Standard Test (PST). Subsequently, a Medical Examination and Document Verification will be conducted. Candidates must successfully clear all stages to be considered for selection.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The written examination will consist of objective-type questions. The duration of the exam is expected to be 150 minutes. Each question carries two marks, and there will be negative marking for incorrect answers. The subjects covered in the examination include:
- General Knowledge
- General Hindi
- Numerical and Mental Abilities
- Mental Aptitude, IQ, and Reasoning Abilities
The examination will comprise 150 questions for a total of 300 marks. Only candidates who successfully submit their online application will be eligible to appear for the written examination. For more detailed information on the exam pattern and syllabus, candidates are advised to check the official notification.
Physical Standards Test (PST)
Candidates must meet specific physical standards to qualify for the Home Guard positions.
Height Requirements:
- Male Candidates:
- General, OBC, SC categories: 168 cm
- ST category: 160 cm
- Female Candidates:
- General, OBC categories: 152 cm
- ST category: 147 cm
Chest Measurement (for Male Candidates only):
- General, OBC, SC categories: 79 cm (unexpanded) to 84 cm (expanded)
- ST category: 77 cm (unexpanded) to 82 cm (expanded)
Weight Requirements:
- Male Candidates: Not Applicable
- Female Candidates: Minimum 40 kg
Running (Physical Efficiency Test):
- Male Candidates: 4.8 km run to be completed in 28 minutes.
- Female Candidates: 2.4 km run to be completed in 16 minutes.
For further detailed information on physical standards and tests, candidates should refer to the official notification.
Required Documents
Applicants will need to provide several documents during the application and verification process. These include:
- Aadhar Card
- 10th Certificate
- Registered Mobile Number
- Passport Size Photo
- Email ID
- Degree related to the position (e.g., 10th pass qualification)
- Permanent Residence Certificate
- Signature
- Cast Certificate (if applicable)
Candidates are advised to check the official notification for a complete list of required documents and submission guidelines.
Important Dates
The last date to apply for the Home Guard Recruitment 2025 is December 17, 2025. The deadline for submitting the application fee is November 20, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications well before the closing dates.
Official Notification Details
The official notification for this Home Guard recruitment has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment Board for Uttar Pradesh Home Guard positions. The notification provides comprehensive details regarding the 41,424 vacant posts for both male and female candidates. It includes a breakdown of vacancies across various districts, specifying reserved categories such as Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and Economically Weaker Sections. All interested candidates are strongly advised to thoroughly read the official notification to understand all rules, regulations, and specific instructions before applying.
