The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released the UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. 11-Exam/2026 for a total of 209 vacancies on 17 April 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website upsssc.gov.in from 19 June 2026.
This recruitment is a great opportunity for candidates looking for Group C government jobs in Uttar Pradesh, as it offers stable employment under the state government.
UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026
For this recruitment, candidates must have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025, and selection will be based on a main written examination and a physical efficiency test (race). Only those candidates who have passed Intermediate (10+2) are eligible to apply.
| UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Vacancy 2026 | |
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | 11-Exam/2026 |
| Post Name | Havaldar Instructor (हवलदार प्रशिक्षक) |
| Total Vacancies | 209 |
| Department | Homeguard Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 19 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 09 July 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation / Correction Last Date | 16 July 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Intermediate (10+2) from recognized board (High School for unpaid departmental staff) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years (as on 01-07-2026); relaxation for reserved categories |
| Mandatory | Must have appeared in PET-2025 and possess a valid scorecard |
| Application Fee | ₹25 (all categories – only online processing fee; no separate application fee) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on PET-2025 normalized score, Main Written Examination (100 marks, 2 hours, negative marking), Physical Efficiency Test |
| Salary / Pay Level | Level-3, Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Notification 2026 Out
This notification announced the complete details regarding recruitment, including eligibility criteria, selection process, application procedure, and important dates for candidates interested in government jobs in Uttar Pradesh. As per the notification, candidates can apply online through the official website upsssc.gov.in once the application process begins on 19 June 2026.
UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor 2026 Vacancy (Category-wise)
The UPSSC Selection Commission has released a total of 209 vacancies for Havaldar Instructor posts. The category-wise distribution is given below:
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 88 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 57 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 20 |
| Total | 209 |
What Are The Eligibility Criteria?
To apply for the UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the eligibility conditions set by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission.
1. Nationality
- Candidate must be a citizen of India
2. Educational Qualification
| Category | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS | Must have passed Intermediate (10+2) from a recognized board or institution. |
| Unpaid Departmental Employees (Homeguard Staff) | Must have passed High School (10th) from a recognized board. |
Note: Candidates must have the required educational qualification on or before 09 July 2026, which is the last date to apply.
3. Mandatory (PET-2025)
- Candidate must have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 conducted by UPSSSC.
- Candidate must possess a valid scorecard issued by the Commission for PET-2025.
- Shortlisting for the Main Examination is based on the normalized score of PET-2025.
- Candidates who obtained zero or negative (less than zero) marks (absolute or normalized) in PET-2025 will NOT be shortlisted for the Main Examination.
Age Limit & Relaxation
The age limit for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026 is calculated as per the reference date 01 July 2026.
- Min Age-18 years
- Max Age – 40 years
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC | As per Uttar Pradesh Government rules (standard relaxation applicable) |
| Unpaid Homeguard Staff (with minimum 3 years of continuous service) | An additional 2 years of relaxation |
| State Government Employees | 5 years relaxation (as per Personnel Department order dated 27-08-2013) |
| Chief Minister Fellowship Researchers | As per rules (Uttar Pradesh Lok Seva Fellowship Researchers Age Limit Rules, 2026) |
Preferential Eligibility (Additional Advantage)
If all other criteria are equal, preference will be given to candidates who:
- Have served in the Territorial Army for a minimum of 2 years, OR
- Possess a ‘B’ Certificate of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), OR
- Have worked in the Homeguard Organization for a minimum of 3 years
UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor 2026 Apply Online Link
Candidates can apply online for the UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026 through the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission. The application process will be available on upsssc.gov.in from 19 June 2026. Applicants must carefully fill out the online form, upload the required documents, and submit the application fee. It is important to complete the registration before the last date to avoid any technical issues. A direct online application link will be provided below once the application window opens.
Steps to Apply for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online for the UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026 on the official website:
- Go to the official UPSSSC website
- Click on Advertisement No. 11-Exam/2026 under the Live Advertisement section
- Login using your PET-2025 Registration Number and OTP sent to your registered mobile/email
- Fill in your educational qualification details (board, passing year, marks, etc.)
- Check the auto-filled photo and signature (no changes allowed)
- Read the declaration, tick all checkboxes, and enter the verification code
- Click on Save and Submit button
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 online (Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, or e-Challan)
- After fee reconciliation, your application will auto-submit
- Download and take a printout of the final application form for future reference
Selection Process for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Vacancy 2026
The selection process for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in multiple stages and these are:
| Stage | Event |
| Stage 1 – Shortlisting | Based on the normalized score of PET-2025 (candidates with zero/negative marks are not shortlisted) |
| Stage 2 – Main Written Exam | Objective type, 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours duration, negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer |
| Stage 3 – Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Race: 4.8 km for males (25 minutes) / 2.4 km for females (14 minutes) |
| Stage 4 – Final Selection | Based on performance in Main Written Exam and Physical Test |
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