UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026: Official Notification for 209 Posts

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), based in Lucknow, has officially released the recruitment notice for the post of Havaldar Instructor under the Homeguard Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh. This drive aims to fill 209 permanent and temporary positions. The online application portal opens on 19th June 2026, exclusively for Indian citizens who possess a valid PET 2025 score.

UP Havaldar Instructor Notification 2026 Out

Released on 17th April 2026 under Advertisement Number 11-Exam/2026, this notification outlines the requirements for candidates who appeared for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025). All interested applicants must review the official recruitment criteria and their respective scorecards before submitting their applications.

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UP Havaldar Instructor Vacancy 2026

The 209 Havaldar Instructor (हवलदार प्रशिक्षक) positions are sanctioned at Level-3 within the Homeguard Department, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow. Furthermore, 52 posts have been horizontally reserved for Homeguard volunteers, along with a 25% horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen, in compliance with government regulations.

UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

Educational Qualification

In accordance with the UP Homeguards Service Rules, 1982 (Part 4, Rule 8), candidates must meet the following mandatory qualifications:

• Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent from any recognised Board or institution (for non-departmental civilian category / High School standard).

Preferential Qualification

Per Rule 9 of the regulatory guidelines, preference in the direct recruitment process will be granted to candidates who fulfill the following criteria:

• Served in the Provincial Army for a minimum of two years, or
• Obtained the NCC ‘B’ Certificate, or
• Continuously served in a Home Guard organisation for a minimum of three years.

Age Limit (as of 01/01/2026)

The age criteria for applicants is 18 to 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC categories as per government mandates. Additionally, Homeguard volunteers with at least 3 years of service are eligible for a 2-year age relaxation.

Physical Standards

Physical Efficiency Test

• Male – 4.8 km run in 25 min
• Female – 2.4 km run in 14 min

UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Selection Process 2026

The selection procedure for the Havaldar Instructor recruitment comprises several key stages, outlined as follows:

1. Shortlisting for Main Exam: Based on normalised PET-2025 scores, up to 15 times the category-wise vacancies will be shortlisted.
2. Written (Main) Examination: 100-mark objective paper (as described above). A merit list is prepared based on written exam scores.
3. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Qualifying nature; candidates must meet the height and chest standards specified.
4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Run of 4.8 km (men) / 2.4 km (women) within the stipulated time — qualifying only.
5. Document Verification: Final verification of all certificates and documents.

UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Exam Pattern 2026

• The Main (Written) Examination consists of one paper with 100 objective-type questions, to be completed in 2 hours (120 minutes).
• Each question carries 1 mark.
• There is a negative marking of ¼ mark for every wrong answer.