The Uttar Pradesh government is all set to announce a major recruitment drive for approximately 7,600 Home Guard positions across the state, sources confirmed on Monday. The move comes after years of积压 vacancies that have significantly weakened the state's auxiliary security force.
Home Guard serves as an auxiliary police force under the Ministry of Home Affairs, playing a critical role in maintaining law and order, supporting regular police operations, and assisting in disaster management. With Uttar Pradesh being India's most populous state, the demand for additional personnel in the Home Guard has grown substantially over the past decade.
According to official sources, the recruitment notification is expected to be released in the coming weeks. The application process will likely be available both online through the state's official recruitment portal and offline at designated centers across the state. Applicants are expected to fall within the age group of 18 to 30 years, though relaxation may be offered to candidates from reserved categories as per government norms.
The selection process is likely to include a written examination, physical efficiency test, and personal interview. Candidates will need to meet minimum educational qualifications, which typically require a certain level of formal education along with physical fitness standards.
Political analysts and former home ministry officials have welcomed the decision, noting that the Home Guard force in Uttar Pradesh has been operating well below its sanctioned strength for many years. The last major recruitment drive for these positions was held several years ago, leaving a substantial gap in manpower deployment.
The recruitment is expected to benefit candidates from rural and semi-urban areas across all districts of Uttar Pradesh, providing a significant employment opportunity. State government sources indicated that the final list of vacancies will be published shortly, detailing wise distribution of posts across different districts and special units.
