At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 2026
- Eligibility
- Class 10 Pass
- Location
- Uttar Pradesh
- Application Start Date
- 17 November 2025
- Application Last Date
- 17 December 2025
- Exam City Released
- 18 April 2026
Quick Summary
UPPRPB has released the exam city details and admit card for UP Police Home Guard Recruitment 2026. Check your exam center and date for 41424 posts at uppbpb.gov.in.
Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is the designated state authority responsible for executing recruitment and promotional processes for various posts within the Uttar Pradesh Police Department, including Constables, SIs, and Home Guards. Its official recruitment portal is uppbpb.gov.in.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Overview
UP Police Home Guard Exam City & Admit Card 2026 link has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) for a massive 41,424 vacancies. The written examination is officially scheduled from 25 April 2026 to 27 April 2026. The initial application process was open from 17 November 2025 to 17 December 2025 at uppbpb.gov.in. The minimum qualification required is a Class 10 (Matriculation) pass. The application fee was ₹400 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹300 for SC/ST candidates. Candidates can now check their allotted exam cities and download their admit cards.
The 2025-2026 recruitment drive marks a historic intake for the UP Police department with 41,424 Home Guard vacancies, providing a massive employment opportunity for matric-pass candidates in the state.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) |
| Advt. No. | 02/2025 |
| Exam Name | UP Police Home Guard Recruitment 2025-2026 |
| Post Name(s) | UP Police Home Guards |
| Total Vacancies | 41,424 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 17 November 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 17 December 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹400 (Gen/OBC/EWS); ₹300 (SC/ST) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 Years (as on 01/07/2025) |
| Min. Qualification | Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass |
| Exam Date | 25 to 27 April 2026 |
| Official Portal | uppbpb.gov.in |
Source: Official UP Police Home Guard Notification (Advt. No. 02/2025), UPPRPB. Visit Portal
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 17 November 2025 Done |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 17 December 2025 Done |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee | 17 December 2025 Done |
| Correction Date | 18 to 21 December 2025 Done |
| Sample OMR Sheet / Instruction | 05 February 2026 Done |
| Exam City Available | 18 April 2026 Released |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | 25 to 27 April 2026 Upcoming |
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Post |
|---|---|
| UP Police Home Guards | 41,424 |
Candidates can refer to the official District Wise Vacancy PDF on the UPPRPB portal for an exact breakdown across different districts of Uttar Pradesh.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹400/- |
| SC / ST | ₹300/- |
Fee payment was accepted through E-Challan, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit for UP Police Home Guard 2026
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| All Categories (Base) | 18 Years | 30 Years |
Age limit is calculated strictly as on 01 July 2025. Age relaxation applies extra as per UP Police Home Guard Recruitment Rules (e.g., typically +5 years for SC/ST/OBC of UP).
Educational Qualification
- UP Police Home Guards: Candidates must have passed the Class 10th (Matriculation) Examination from any recognized Board in India.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Physical Standard Test (Height, Chest & Weight)
The Physical Standard Test (PST) is a qualifying but mandatory stage. Candidates failing to meet these minimum standards will be disqualified regardless of their written exam score.
| Category | Height (Male) | Chest (Male) | Height (Female) | Weight (Female) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gen / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 79 – 84 cm | 152 cm | Min. 40 kg |
| ST Candidates | 160 cm | 77 – 82 cm | 147 cm | Min. 40 kg |
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process for UP Police Home Guard 2026 consists of multiple stages to ensure the candidate's fitness for the force:
- Written Examination (OMR Based): An objective-type test covering General Knowledge, Hindi, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Document Verification: Measurement of height, chest, and verification of original certificates.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): A running test to evaluate endurance.
- Final Merit List & Medical Exam: Selection based on written exam marks and successful clearance of the medical test.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 Exam City & Admit Card – How to Check
The UPPRPB has activated the Exam City intimation link. Candidates must check their assigned city and download the admit card using these steps:
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the UPPRPB official website at uppbpb.gov.in or upprpb.in.
- Find the Admit Card Link: Click on the notice/link titled "UP Police Home Guard Exam City Intimation / Admit Card 2026".
- Enter Login Credentials: Input your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Solve Captcha: Enter the security text displayed on the screen and click 'Login'.
- Check Exam City: Your exam city slip will be displayed. This is NOT the admit card but helps in travel planning.
- Download Admit Card: The actual hall ticket with the exam center address will be available for download 2-3 days before the exam date. Print a clear hard copy.
Exam City Released: 18 April 2026 | Exam Date: 25-27 April 2026
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern
The UP Police Home Guard exam is typically an OMR-based written test. The board has also released a Sample OMR Sheet to help candidates practice correctly. The syllabus generally encompasses General Hindi, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, Numerical Ability, and Mental Aptitude. Candidates must review the official UP Police Home Guard Syllabus PDF for topic-wise details to perform well.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Resource | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Check Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Download Exam City Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Sample OMR Sheet / Instruction | Click Here |
| Official Exam Notice 2026 | Download PDF |
| UPPRPB Official Website | uppbpb.gov.in |
