UPSSSC Platoon Commander & Block Organizer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 295 Vacancies

Welcome, aspiring candidates! The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially announced the Recruitment 2026 for the positions of Platoon Commander and Block Organizer. This Sarkari Job notification, Advertisement No. 10-Pariksha/2026, invites online applications for a total of 295 permanent vacancies under the Homeguards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who have successfully cleared the PET-2025 examination to secure a prestigious government position. The Apply Online window is now active, and interested candidates must carefully review the Eligibility Criteria and other essential details before proceeding with their application.

Organization Overview

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), based in Lucknow, is a premier state-level recruitment body responsible for conducting examinations and selecting candidates for various Group 'C' and Group 'D' posts within the Uttar Pradesh government. This recruitment drive is specifically for the Homeguards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh, which plays a vital role in civil defence, disaster management, and maintaining auxiliary support for law and order. The Commission ensures a transparent and merit-based Selection Process for all its recruitments.

Post Details

This recruitment advertisement aims to fill 295 permanent positions across two distinct roles. The posts offer a stable career with attractive pay scales and are crucial for the administrative and operational framework of the Homeguards organization in Uttar Pradesh.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Graduate degree from any recognized university. Additionally, it is mandatory to have appeared in the UPSSSC PET-2025 examination and possess a valid PET-2025 Score Card issued by the Commission. Only such candidates are eligible to apply online for these posts.

Physical Standards (For Reference)

As part of the selection process, candidates must meet specific physical standards. For male candidates (General/OBC/SC): Height should be at least 167.7 cm, Chest without expansion 78.8 cm, and Chest with expansion 83.8 cm. For female candidates (General/OBC/SC): Minimum height required is 152 cm. A Physical Efficiency Test involving running is also conducted.

Age Limit

The age of candidates will be calculated as of 15th April 2026. The prescribed age limits are as follows:

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years
• Age relaxation is applicable as per the government rules for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and other specified groups.

Application Fee

All candidates are required to pay a nominal processing fee. The fee structure is uniform across categories:

• UR / OBC / EWS / SC / ST: Rs. 25/-
• Examination Fee: Rs. 0/- (No additional exam fee)
• Payment can be made through multiple online modes including Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI E-Challan.

Selection Process

The selection for UPSSSC Platoon Commander and Block Organizer posts involves a multi-stage process designed to assess both academic knowledge and physical fitness:

1. Shortlisting based on PET-2025: Candidates will be initially shortlisted using their normalized scores from the PET-2025 examination.
2. Main Written Examination: Shortlisted candidates will appear for a written exam comprising 100 questions carrying 100 marks. The duration is 2 hours, with a negative marking of ¼ mark for each incorrect answer.
3. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards as detailed earlier.
4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET - Running): This test evaluates endurance. For male candidates, running 4.8 km in 25 minutes is required. For female candidates, running 2.4 km in 14 minutes is required.
5. Final Merit List: The final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the Main Written Examination, subject to qualifying the physical tests.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully submit their online application for the UPSSSC Recruitment 2026:

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website at https://upsssc.gov.in. Navigate to the 'Live Advertisement' section on the homepage.
2. Click on the relevant recruitment link for Platoon Commander/Block Organizer. Log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number or email address.
3. Your personal details from the PET-2025 application will be auto-filled. Carefully select the post(s) you wish to apply for (Platoon Commander and/or Block Organizer) and fill in any additional required information.
4. Proceed to pay the online processing fee of Rs. 25/- using any of the available payment methods: Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI E-Challan.
5. Upon successful fee payment, your application will be automatically submitted. It is crucial to download and print a copy of the completed application form for your future records.
6. If any corrections are needed, you can edit your application through the Applicant’s Dashboard on the official website until the correction deadline of 13th July 2026.