Age
21-40 Years
Min Qualification
Graduation
Location
Uttar Pradesh
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially opened the doors for a prestigious career within the Home Guards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh. This latest recruitment drive under Advertisement Number 10-Exam/2026 is not just a job announcement; it represents a significant opportunity for disciplined and motivated individuals to serve their community while securing a stable, long-term government career. Whether you aspire to be a Platoon Commander or a Block Organizer, these roles place you at the heart of state security and local administration, offering a sense of pride and public impact that few other professions can match.
Joining the Home Guards department provides a unique blend of field-based leadership and administrative responsibility. For residents of Uttar Pradesh, this is a chance to land a "Sarkari Job" that offers both social status and the financial security of the 7th Pay Commission. With a total of 295 vacancies available, the competition will be meticulous, but for those who have performed well in their PET 2025, the path to a lucrative career in Lucknow and across the state is now wide open.
Direct Entry: You must hold a Graduate degree in any stream from a recognized university.
Departmental Candidates: For existing honorary departmental employees, the minimum requirement is Intermediate (10+2).
Preferential Qualifications: Preference is given to those with 2 years in the Territorial Army, an NCC 'B' certificate, or 3 years of service in the Home Guards organization.
UPSSSC has kept the initial processing fee accessible to ensure maximum participation from all sections of society.
Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee |
General / Unreserved | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
OBC | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
SC / ST | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
Special Categories (Women, PH, Ex-S) | Based on original category | ₹25 | ₹25 |
Note: Only candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination will be required to pay an additional examination fee at a later stage, prior to downloading their admit cards.
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Can I apply if I didn't take PET 2025?
Ans: No. Only candidates with a valid PET 2025 score card issued by the commission are eligible.
Is there a minimum score required in PET?
Ans: Shortlisting is based on merit, but anyone with zero or negative marks in PET 2025 is automatically disqualified.
Can students from other states apply?
Ans: Yes, but they will be treated as General/Unreserved candidates and cannot claim any reservation benefits.
Is the Physical Test counted for the final merit list?
Ans: No. The Physical test is qualifying in nature. Final selection is based entirely on your Written Main Exam marks.
What if I made a mistake in my PET 2025 photo?
Ans: You cannot change the photo or signature during this application; the system uses what you uploaded for PET 2025.
I have a 'C' certificate in NCC. Will I get extra marks?
Ans: The notification specifically mentions preference for NCC 'B' certificates; it serves as a tie-breaker in "other things being equal" cases.
What is the EWS certificate validity?
Ans: It must be based on the income of the 2025-26 financial year and issued between 01-04-2026 and 06-07-2026.
Can I modify my application after the final submission?
Ans: Yes, but only specific fields like address and marital status can be edited until July 13, 2026.
What happens if I upload a blurry photo?
Ans: Since photos are pulled from PET 2025, you cannot upload a new one. However, providing false information generally can lead to debarment.
Is there any interview for these posts?
Ans: No. Following the 2017 regulations, interviews have been discontinued for Group 'C' posts in UP. Selection is based on the written test and physical qualifying standards.