The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) officially released the written exam dates for the 2026 Home Guard recruitment on 22nd December 2025. Candidates preparing for the exam must start their preparation, as the exam will be conducted over three consecutive days in April 2026. In this blog, we have provided the UP Home Guard written exam dates, PET/PST exam schedule, exam pattern, syllabus, and more.
When will the UP Home Guard Exam 2026 be conducted?
The UP Home Guard written exam 2026 will be held from 25th to 27th April 2026 over three days. The schedule was released by UPPRPB on 22nd December 2025. The exam will test candidates' general knowledge and awareness and is a qualifying stage for the further selection process, including physical tests and document verification.
| Event | Date | Day |
|---|
| Written Exam – Day 1 | 25 April 2026 | Saturday |
| Written Exam – Day 2 | 26 April 2026 | Sunday |
| Written Exam – Day 3 | 27 April 2026 | Monday |
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Download UP Home Guard Exam Date 2026 Notice PDF
The UP Home Guard Exam Date 2026 Notice PDF has been officially released by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB). This PDF contains all the important information regarding the written exam schedule, instructions for candidates, and other essential guidelines related to the Home Guard recruitment 2026. The direct link to download the exam date notice PDF is provided below.
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When will the UP Home Guard PET PST exam 2026 schedule?
The UP Home Guard Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 2026 schedule has not been officially released yet. These physical tests are conducted after the written examination, which is scheduled for 25, 26, and 27 April 2026. Candidates who qualify the written exam will be notified separately about the PST and PET dates through the official UPPRPB website.
What is the UP Home Guard selection process 2026?
The selection process for UP Home Guard recruitment is conducted in multiple stages to ensure fair and transparent enrollment. Candidates must qualify each stage to move forward.
- Written Examination (Objective type): Multiple-choice questions to test general knowledge; qualifying in nature.
- Document Scrutiny: Verification of educational, age, caste, and domicile documents.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of height, chest (male), and weight (female) as per norms.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying race to check physical fitness and endurance.
- Merit List Preparation: Merit list prepared based on written exam marks and preferential marks.
- Medical Examination and Character Verification: Medical fitness test and police verification for final selection.
What are the physical standards and PET requirements?
Candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards to qualify for final selection. The PET is qualifying in nature.
| Category | Physical Standards | PET Requirement |
|---|
| Gen / OBC / SC | Male Height: 168 cm, Female Height: 152 cm, Chest (Male): 79–84 cm, Female Weight: 40 kg | Male: 4.8 km in 28 min, Female: 2.4 km in 16 min |
| ST | Male Height: 160 cm, Female Height: 147 cm, Chest (Male): 77–82 cm, Female Weight: 40 kg | Male: 4.8 km in 28 min, Female: 2.4 km in 16 min |
What is the exam pattern for UP Home Guard written exam?
The written exam is designed to test basic awareness and general knowledge. It is qualifying in nature but plays an important role in merit preparation.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Subject | General Knowledge |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Question Type | Objective (OMR based) |
| Language | Hindi & English |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 25% |
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What is the syllabus for UP Home Guard written exam?
The UP Home Guard written exam is designed to test candidates' General Knowledge (GK) across a wide range of topics. The exam consists of 100 objective-type questions, each carrying 1 mark, and the total duration is 2 hours (120 minutes). Candidates must score at least 25% marks to qualify for the next stages, including physical tests and document verification. The syllabus covers India, Uttar Pradesh, international affairs, science, history, culture, and contemporary issues, making it a comprehensive test of awareness and knowledge.
| Syllabus Area | Topics Covered |
|---|
| Science and History | General Science, Indian History |
| Governance and Economy | Indian Constitution, Indian Economy, Indian Culture |
| Development and Environment | Indian Agriculture, Commerce and Trade, Population, Environment, Urbanization |
| Geography | Geography of India, World Geography |
| Uttar Pradesh Specific Knowledge | Natural resources, Education, Culture, Social Traditions, Revenue, Police and General Administration, Welfare and Public Schemes |
| Security and International Relations | Human Rights, Internal Security, Terrorism, India's relations with neighboring countries |
| Current Affairs and Global Information | National & International Contemporary Issues, Organizations, Countries, Capitals, Currencies, Important Summits and Events |
| Miscellaneous Topics | Awards & Honors, Important Days, Research & Discoveries, Books & Authors, Social Media Communication, Women Empowerment, Self-Reliance, Industrial Development Initiatives, Natural Phenomena |
