The Uttar Pradesh Police department is conducting recruitment for 45,000 Home Guard positions in 2025. Interested candidates can apply online for these posts. The recruitment process includes physical eligibility tests, a written examination, and other selection stages. The pay scale ranges from ₹5,200 to ₹20,200 per month, with an additional grade pay of ₹2,000. The estimated monthly gross salary falls between ₹25,000 and ₹30,000, which includes allowances such as HRA, DA, TA, and other benefits. Physical standards differ based on gender and category, with specific requirements for height, chest measurement (for males), weight (for females), and running tests. The written examination will be conducted offline, covering General Hindi, General Knowledge, Numerical and Mental Ability, and Mental Aptitude/IQ/Reasoning Ability. Applicants are advised to read the official notification carefully for complete details regarding eligibility, application procedures, and selection criteria.
Salary, Physical Standards and Exam Details
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale between ₹5,200 and ₹20,200 per month with a grade pay of ₹2,000. The total estimated gross salary ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹30,000 monthly, including allowances like HRA, DA, and TA. Physical eligibility varies by category: male candidates (General/OBC/SC) need 168 cm height and 79-84 cm chest, while ST males require 160 cm height and 77-82 cm chest. Female candidates (General/OBC/SC) need 152 cm height and ST females require 147 cm height, both with 40 kg minimum weight. The running test requires males to complete 4.8 km in 28 minutes and females 2.4 km in 16 minutes. The offline written exam consists of 150 questions worth 300 marks, covering General Hindi, General Knowledge, Numerical and Mental Ability, and Mental Aptitude/IQ/Reasoning Ability.
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