Overview
Home Guards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow has released a recruitment notification for the post of Block Organizer (Block Aargnaizar) & Platoon Commander (295 posts (Block Organizer: 243 + Platoon Commander: 52) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online - upsssc.gov.in before 06-07-2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Home Guards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow
- Qualification
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) from any recognized university. For Block Organizer / Platoon Commander posts under Home Guards Headquarters, UP, the mandatory educational qualification as per UP Home Guards Service Rules 1982, Part-4, Rule-8 is a Graduate degree from a recognized university (for non-departmental/civilian category). Desirable Qualification (Adhimani Arhat): As per UP Home Guards Service Rules 1982, Part-4, Rule-9, preference will be given to candidates who have: (a) served in a Provincial Army for up to two years, OR (b) obtained NCC 'B' certificate, OR (c) continuously worked in the Home Guards organization for a minimum of three years. Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 years and 40 years as on the first day of January of the year of recruitment (as per the advertisement date). Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per UP government norms. Reservation: SC/ST/OBC/EWS vacancies are reserved as per Uttar Pradesh government reservation rules. 3% of vacancies are reserved for Physically Handicapped (Divyang) candidates. Reservation for women, ex-servicemen, freedom fighters' dependents and outstanding sportspersons is also applicable as per applicable UP government rules.
- Vacancies
- 295 posts (Block Organizer: 243 + Platoon Commander: 52)
- Posted
- 16-06-2026
- Last date to apply
- 06-07-2026
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 16-06-2026 |
| Application Last Date | 06-07-2026 |
| Fee Correction Last Date | 13-07-2026 |
| Publication of Advertisement | 15-04-2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 16-06-2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application & Fee | 06-07-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Amendment | 13-07-2026 |
Important Links
Eligibility
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) from any recognized university. For Block Organizer / Platoon Commander posts under Home Guards Headquarters, UP, the mandatory educational qualification as per UP Home Guards Service Rules 1982, Part-4, Rule-8 is a Graduate degree from a recognized university (for non-departmental/civilian category). Desirable Qualification (Adhimani Arhat): As per UP Home Guards Service Rules 1982, Part-4, Rule-9, preference will be given to candidates who have: (a) served in a Provincial Army for up to two years, OR (b) obtained NCC 'B' certificate, OR (c) continuously worked in the Home Guards organization for a minimum of three years. Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 years and 40 years as on the first day of January of the year of recruitment (as per the advertisement date). Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per UP government norms. Reservation: SC/ST/OBC/EWS vacancies are reserved as per Uttar Pradesh government reservation rules. 3% of vacancies are reserved for Physically Handicapped (Divyang) candidates. Reservation for women, ex-servicemen, freedom fighters' dependents and outstanding sportspersons is also applicable as per applicable UP government rules.
Application Fee
S.No: Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee 1: Unreserved | 00 | 25.00 | 25.00 2: OBC | 00 | 25.00 | 25.00 3: SC | 00 | 25.00 | 25.00 4: ST | 00 | 25.00 | 25.00 Fee can be paid via Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI or SBI e-Challan. No other mode of payment is accepted.
Exam Pattern
The Main Written Examination will have one question paper containing 100 questions with a total time duration of 2 hours (120 minutes). All questions will be objective and multiple-choice type. Each question carries 1 mark. There is negative marking of 25% (¼ mark) for every wrong answer. Part: Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks Part-1: History of India and Indian National Movement | 05 | 05 Indian Polity and Indian Constitution: 10 | 10 Geography of India and World: 05 | 05 Indian Economy and Social Development: 10 | 10 Current Events of National and International Importance: 05 | 05 Sports in India: 05 | 05 Human Anatomy: 05 | 05 Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management: 10 | 10 Data Interpretation: 10 | 10 Part-2: Knowledge of Computer and IT, Contemporary Technological Development & Innovation | 15 | 15 Part-3: General Information related to State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 Total: 100 | 100
Selection Process
The selection process for UPSSSC Block Organizer and Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages: Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination based on their normalised score in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025). Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a score card by the commission are eligible to apply for the Main Examination. Main Written Examination (Likhit Pariksha): Selection will be based on the written examination consisting of 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks in 2 hours (120 minutes) with negative marking of ¼ mark per wrong answer. Physical Measurement Test: Qualifying in nature; candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying in nature; candidates must complete the prescribed run within the specified time. Final Merit List: Will be prepared based on marks obtained in the Main Written Examination by candidates who qualify the physical tests.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates for UPSSSC Block Organizer, Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 must submit their application online through the official website upsssc.gov.in within the specified last date. Step 1 - Login: Visit upsssc.gov.in and login using your PET-2025 Registration Number via OTP sent to your registered mobile number/email. Step 2 - Select Post: In the application section, select the post(s) you wish to apply for and confirm your educational qualification details. Step 3 - Fill Application Form: Enter all required personal details, category, reservation details, educational qualifications, board/university name, passing year, certificate/roll number, and other required information carefully. Step 4 - Upload Photo & Signature: Photo and signature uploaded during PET-2025 will be displayed automatically. No changes can be made to these. Step 5 - Pay Application Fee: Complete fee payment via Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI or SBI e-Challan as per the prescribed fee for your category. Step 6 - Submit & Download: After successful fee payment/reconciliation, the application form will be submitted automatically. Download and print the application form for future reference.
Important Instructions
• Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a score card are eligible to apply. • Candidates who scored zero or negative marks in PET-2025 will NOT be shortlisted for the Main Examination. • Candidates must possess all required educational and other qualifications by the application last date of 06-07-2026. • SC/ST/OBC candidates must possess a valid caste certificate issued by a competent authority. • EWS candidates must possess an EWS certificate for financial year 2025-26, valid for FY 2026-27, issued between 01-04-2026 and 06-07-2026. • Only birth date mentioned in High School / equivalent certificate will be considered valid. • All communications from the Commission will be uploaded on the official website only; no personal correspondence will be done. • The Commission's decision regarding eligibility of candidates will be final.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for UPSSSC Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 for 295 Posts - Apply Online?
Application Start Date: 16-06-2026; Application Last Date: 06-07-2026; Fee Correction Last Date: 13-07-2026; Publication of Advertisement: 15-04-2026; Online Application Start Date: 16-06-2026; Last Date to Submit Application & Fee: 06-07-2026; Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Amendment: 13-07-2026
What is the application fee?
General/OBC/EWS: ₹25 (Online Processing Fee only) | SC/ST: ₹25 (Online Processing Fee only)
What is the age limit?
21 to 40 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories)
What is the selection process?
The selection process for UPSSSC Block Organizer and Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages: Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination based on their normalised score in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025). Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a score card by the commission are eligible to apply for the Main Examination. Main Written Examination (Likhit Pariksha): Selection will be based on the written examination consisting of 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks in 2 hours (120 minutes) with negative marking of ¼ mark per wrong answer. Physical Measurement Test: Qualifying in nature; candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying in nature; candidates must complete the prescribed run within the specified time. Final Merit List: W…