Home Guard Recruitment 2025: All You Need to Know
A new Home Guard recruitment for 2025 has been announced, presenting an opportunity for 10th pass candidates. An official update confirms a total of 44,000 posts. This article provides complete information regarding the application process, eligibility criteria, selection process, and other crucial details.
Home Guard Recruitment 2025 Overview
The Home Guard Recruitment 2025 notification has been released by the UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025 Board. This recruitment drive is for Home Guard posts, with an expected total of 44,348 positions. The application method will be online. Both male and female candidates from all over India are eligible to apply. This includes candidates from other states like Bihar and Jharkhand, provided they meet the residency requirements.
Eligibility Criteria for Home Guard Recruitment 2025
To be considered for the Home Guard Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates should have successfully passed their 10th standard from a recognized board.
- Age Limit: The minimum age limit for applicants is 18 years, and the maximum age limit is 40 years. Age relaxation for female, OBC, SC, and ST candidates will be provided as per government rules.
Application Process and Fees
The application method for the Home Guard Recruitment 2025 is online. Candidates are required to fill out the form through the designated online portal. The application fees are structured as follows:
- General and OBC Candidates: ₹100
- SC/ST Candidates: No fees
- Female Candidates: No fees
Home Guard Selection Process
The selection process for the Home Guard Recruitment 2025 will involve several stages to ensure suitable candidates are chosen. The steps are as follows:
- OMR Based Written Examination: This will be the first step, consisting of multiple-choice questions.
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates’ physical measurements will be assessed.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): This stage evaluates the physical fitness of the candidates.
- Document Verification: All submitted documents will be verified.
- Medical Examination: A comprehensive medical examination will be conducted.
Candidates are advised to check the official notification for more detailed information on each stage.
Written Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The written examination for the Home Guard Recruitment 2025 will be an objective-type, OMR-based test. The expected duration of the exam is 150 minutes. Each question 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 examination include:
- General Knowledge
- General Hindi
- Numerical & Mental Ability
- Reasoning
Physical Standards and Efficiency Test
The physical efficiency test (PET) has specific requirements for both male and female candidates:
- Height:
- Male Candidates: Minimum 168 cm
- Female Candidates: Minimum 152 cm
- Chest (Male Candidates Only): 78 to 83 cm. Not applicable for female candidates.
- Running:
- Male Candidates: 1600 meters in 6.5 minutes
- Female Candidates: 800 meters in 5.5 minutes
- Push-ups (Male Candidates Only): Minimum 10 push-ups in 1 minute. Not applicable for female candidates.
- Long Jump (Female Candidates Only): Minimum 2.5 meters as per rules. Not applicable for male candidates.
Salary and Required Documents
Selected candidates for the Home Guard posts can expect a salary of ₹25,000+ per month, as per the rules. The final salary details will be in accordance with the official notification.
Applicants will need to prepare the following documents when applying for the recruitment:
- Applicant’s Aadhaar Card
- 10th Marksheet
- Registered Mobile Number
- Passport Size Photo
- Email ID
- Degree related to the position (if applicable)
- Residence Certificate
- Signature
- Cast Certificate
Candidates who are from other states and wish to apply will need to obtain a residence certificate to be eligible.
Important Dates (Expected)
The starting date for online applications for the Home Guard Recruitment 2025 is expected to be August 2025. This is an expected date, and candidates should check the official notification for the confirmed schedule and other important dates. As soon as the form filling begins, exact data will be made available.
