UPSSSC Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 for 295 Posts – Apply Online Before 6 July

By: Saurabh Ninawe

On: 18/04/2026

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Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow ने — पद के लिए Notification जारी किया है। इच्छुक उम्मीदवार सभी पात्रता मानदंडों (eligibility criteria) को पूरा करें और Online Apply करें। ऑनलाइन आवेदन करने से पहले कृपया पूर्ण अधिसूचना (full Notification), भर्ती पात्रता (recruitment eligibility), आयु सीमा (age limit), पदवार पात्रता (Post wise eligibility), चयन प्रक्रिया (selection procedure), पाठ्यक्रम (syllabus), Admit Card, Answer Key और अन्य सभी जानकारी पढ़ें, विज्ञापन पढ़ें और फिर Apply करें।

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EventsImportant Dates
Publication of Advertisement15-04-2026
Online Application Start Date16-06-2026
Last Date to Submit Application & Fee06-07-2026
Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Amendment13-07-2026
S.NoCategoryApplication FeeOnline Processing FeeTotal Fee
1Unreserved0025.0025.00
2OBC0025.0025.00
3SC0025.0025.00
4ST0025.0025.00
  • 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

इसके अलावा शैक्षणिक योग्यता से संबंधित विस्तृत जानकारी आधिकारिक नोटिफिकेशन में उपलब्ध करवाई गई है। भर्ती के बारे में विस्तृत एवं डिटेल जानकारी चेक करने के लिए नोटिफिकेशन की लिंक पोस्ट में नीचे उपलब्ध करवा दी गई है। वहां से भर्ती के बारे में विस्तार एवं डिटेल जानकारी चेक कर सकते हैं।

  • 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.
Post NameTotalNature
Block Organizer (Block Aargnaizar)243Permanent
Platoon Commander52Permanent
Total295 

Physical Standards

Selected candidates must fulfil the following physical standards:

Male Candidates (General / OBC / SC)

StandardRequirement
HeightMinimum 167.7 cm
Chest (without expansion)Minimum 78.8 cm
Chest (with expansion)Minimum 83.8 cm

Male Candidates (Hill Area)

StandardRequirement
HeightMinimum 162.6 cm
Chest (without expansion)Minimum 76.5 cm
Chest (with expansion)Minimum 81.5 cm

Male Candidates (SC/ST)

StandardRequirement
HeightMinimum 160 cm
Chest (without expansion)Minimum 76.5 cm
Chest (with expansion)Minimum 81.5 cm

Female Candidates (General / OBC / SC)

StandardRequirement
HeightMinimum 152 cm

Female Candidates (Hill Area / ST)

StandardRequirement
HeightMinimum 147 cm

UPSSSC Block Organizer, Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates meeting the physical standards will be required to undergo a Physical Efficiency Test (PET):

CategoryDistanceTime
Male Candidates4.8 km runWithin 25 minutes
Female Candidates2.4 km runWithin 14 minutes

Candidates who fail to complete the run within the prescribed time will be considered disqualified for selection.

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.

PartSubjectNo. of QuestionsTotal Marks
Part-1History of India and Indian National Movement0505
 Indian Polity and Indian Constitution1010
 Geography of India and World0505
 Indian Economy and Social Development1010
 Current Events of National and International Importance0505
 Sports in India0505
 Human Anatomy0505
 Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management1010
 Data Interpretation1010
Part-2Knowledge of Computer and IT, Contemporary Technological Development & Innovation1515
Part-3General Information related to State of Uttar Pradesh2020
Total 100100

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.

Platoon Commander Salary :

Block Organizer: Level-5, ₹29,200-₹92,300 | Platoon Commander: Level-6, ₹35,400-₹1,12,400

  • 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.

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FAQs :

How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Block Organizer & Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026?

UPSSSC has released 295 vacancies under Home Guards Headquarters, UP – 243 Block Organizer posts (Level‑5) and 52 Platoon Commander posts (Level‑6).

What are the application dates for UPSSSC Block Organizer, Platoon Commander 2026?

Online applications will be accepted from 16 June 2026 to 06 July 2026, and fee reconciliation/application correction can be done till 13 July 2026.

Who can apply for UPSSSC Block Organizer & Platoon Commander Main Exam 2026?

Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET‑2025 and hold a valid normalised score card are eligible to apply for this Main Examination.

What is the educational qualification required for Block Organizer and Platoon Commander posts?

Applicants must have a Graduation (Bachelor’s Degree) from a recognised university as per UP Home Guards Service Rules, 1982 for non‑departmental/civilian candidates.

What is the age limit for UPSSSC Block Organizer & Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years as on 01 January 2026, with age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, women, ex‑servicemen and other reserved categories as per UP government norms.

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Saurabh Ninawe

My name is Saurabh and i have 7 years of experience in education industry. in this Sarkari Job blog I provide information about the Jobs, Result, Yojana and many more.

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