As per the short notification issued by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB), the state government has announced 41, 424 vacancies for the Home Guard posts under the UP Home Guard Recruitment 2026. These positions are expected to strengthen the state’s internal security and support law enforcement operations across Uttar Pradesh.
UP Home Guard Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026
To secure a position in the UP Home Guard Recruitment 2026, candidates must successfully clear a three-stage selection process comprising the Written Examination, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Document Verification & Medical Examination.
Only those who qualify in the written exam will be shortlisted for the PET, making it essential for candidates to score well in the first stage to advance further in the recruitment process.
| UP Home Guard Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Department |
| Post | Home Guard |
| Exam Name | UP Home Guard Exam 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Vacancies | 41424 |
| Exam Date | 25th to 27th April 2026 |
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Official Website | www.homeguard.up.gov.in |
UP Police Home Guard PET Admit Card 2026 Out
UP Home Guard Selection Process 2026
The UP Home Guard Exam 2026 consists of multiple stages to ensure transparency and merit-based recruitment. Each stage evaluates a different aspect of a candidate’s physical ability, knowledge, and overall suitability for the Home Guard role. The selection process is expected to include:
Written Examination
- The written exam will carry 100 marks and will be of 2 hours duration.
- The exam will be objective-type (multiple-choice).
- The written paper will test General Knowledge and related subjects.
- The syllabus and question distribution will be finalised by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB).
Preparation of Merit List
- The merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the written exam and additional marks for preference qualifications such as NCC, Scout & Guide certificates, Disaster Management training, or a valid driving license.
- Candidates will be shortlisted district-wise based on reservation norms and the number of available vacancies.
Document Verification and Physical Standards Test (PST)
Candidates shortlisted from the merit list will undergo document verification and physical standards measurement.
Physical Standards (For Male Candidates):
| Category | Height | Chest (Normal) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/SC | 168 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 77 cm | 82 cm |
Physical Standards (For Female Candidates):
| Category | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/SC | 152 cm | 40 kg |
| ST | 147 cm | 40 kg |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Male candidates must complete a 4.8 km run in 28 minutes.
- Female candidates must complete a 2.4 km run in 16 minutes.
- The PET will be of a qualifying nature; no marks will be awarded for it.
Medical Examination and Character Verification
Candidates who qualify in all stages will undergo a medical examination to ensure physical and mental fitness, followed by police verification before final enrollment.
UP Home Guard Syllabus 2026
For the convenience of candidates, we have provided the subject-wise UP Home Guard syllabus for the UP Home Guard Recruitment 2026 in the article below. All candidates who want to crack the exam must analyse the subject-wise topics from the article given below:
General Knowledge
The subject of General Knowledge carries the most weightage in the exam. The detailed topics have been given below for candidates:
| UP Home Guard Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise | |
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UP Home Guard Exam Pattern 2026
The UP Home Guard Exam 2026 will consist of only one subject, General Knowledge.
- Exam Subject: Only General Knowledge
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Time Duration: 2 Hours
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 25% required to move to the next stage
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 120 Minutes |
How to Prepare for UP Home Guard Exam 2026?
Candidates should focus on the General Knowledge syllabus, especially Uttar Pradesh-specific topics and current affairs. The written examination is of 100 marks and 2 hours, so regular practice and revision are important.
- Understand the syllabus: Cover the complete syllabus before starting preparation and identify important topics.
- Focus on UP GK: Give special attention to Uttar Pradesh’s history, geography, government schemes, culture and important facts.
- Prepare Current Affairs: Revise at least the last 6 months of current affairs, with focus on national, international and Uttar Pradesh-related events.
- Make short notes: Prepare concise notes for important facts, schemes, awards and current affairs to revise quickly.
- Practice previous papers: Solve previous-year and practice questions regularly to understand the question pattern.
- Attempt mock tests: Take regular mock tests and analyse mistakes to improve accuracy and time management.
- Revise regularly: Keep dedicated time for revision instead of studying new topics continuously.
- Prepare for the physical test: Along with written preparation, maintain physical fitness through regular running and exercise, as candidates will have to qualify the prescribed physical stages.
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