UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025: The Best Guide for the 30,000+ Post Exam!

Welcome to the most comprehensive, in-depth guide to the UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025. The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPBPB) has officially taken over the recruitment process for Home Guards, and a massive vacancy of over 30,000 posts is expected to be announced soon.

The first and most critical step for this upcoming recruitment is the new mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) system. The second, and equally important, step is to understand the new selection process and syllabus. With the UPPBPB now conducting the exam, the old merit-based (10th/12th marks) system is gone, replaced by a competitive written examination similar to the UP Police Constable exam.

This 4000-word Ultimate Guide from Rojgardesk.com is the only resource you will need. We will provide a complete, 360-degree analysis of the entire UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025 and the new selection process. This guide covers:

• A 4-Stage Selection Process: A clear breakdown of the Written Exam, Physical Standards Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Medical Exam.
• Detailed 300-Mark Exam Pattern: A clear chart of all four sections, including the number of questions, marks, and the crucial negative marking rule.
• Exhaustive 4000-Word Syllabus Breakdown: A topic-by-topic, deep-dive analysis of all four subjects: General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical & Mental Ability, and Reasoning.
• Expert Preparation Strategy: We provide book recommendations, “focus topics,” and a study plan for each of the four sections to help you score maximum marks.
• Complete Physical Standards: A detailed chart of the mandatory height, chest (for males), and running requirements that you must clear.

This is the only resource you will need to start your preparation for the UP Police Home Guard Recruitment 2025 today.

(Internal Link Placeholder: Before you begin, ensure you have completed your mandatory UP Police OTR Registration 2025.)

UP Police Home Guard 2025: Overview of Selection Process

Based on the UPPBPB’s new responsibility for this recruitment, the selection process is expected to be standardized and transparent. It will mirror the UP Police Constable selection process to ensure fairness. You must qualify in each stage to proceed to the next.

1. Stage 1: Online Written Examination (CBT/OMR)
   • This will be the most important stage. It is an objective-type exam expected to be worth 300 marks.
   • Your final merit list and selection will be based only on your score in this exam.
2. Stage 2: Document Verification (DV) & Physical Standards Test (PST)
   • Candidates who clear the written exam cut-off will be called for DV and physical measurements (height, chest).
   • This stage is qualifying in nature. If you fail to meet the standards, you are eliminated.
3. Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
   • Candidates who clear the PST will then participate in a race (running).
   • This stage is also qualifying in nature.
4. Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit
   • A final medical check-up will be conducted to ensure you are fit for service.
   • The final merit list will be prepared based only on the marks obtained in the Stage 1 Written Examination.

UP Police Home Guard 2025: Detailed Exam Pattern

Understanding the exam pattern is the first step in building your study plan from the UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025. The pattern is expected to be identical to the Constable exam.

• Mode of Exam: Online (Computer Based Test – CBT) or Offline (OMR).
• Total Questions: 150
• Total Marks: 300 (Each question carries 2 marks)
• Total Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
• Negative Marking: Yes, a negative marking of 0.5 marks is expected for every wrong answer.
• Language: The paper will be bilingual (Hindi and English).

Here is the subject-wise breakdown:

Subject	No. of Questions (Approx.)	Maximum Marks
1. General Knowledge (GK)	38	76
2. General Hindi (सामान्य हिन्दी)	37	74
3. Numerical & Mental Ability (Maths + Logic)	38	76
4. Mental Aptitude, IQ & Reasoning Ability	37	74
Total	150	300

Physical Standards (PST & PET) – Qualifying Stage

Before diving into the 4000-word syllabus, you must ensure you are physically eligible for this post. If you do not meet these standards, there is no point in preparing for the written exam.

1. Physical Standards Test (PST) (Expected)

This is the minimum physical measurement (qualifying).

Category	Height (Male)	Chest (Male)	Height (Female)	Weight (Female)
Gen / OBC / SC	167.7 cm	78.8 cm (Unexpanded) 83.8 cm (Expanded)	152 cm	Min 40 kg
ST	160 cm	76.5 cm (Unexpanded) 81.5 cm (Expanded)	147 cm	Min 40 kg

(Note: A minimum 5 cm chest expansion is mandatory for all male candidates. The height for Home Guards may be slightly relaxed, but it is best to prepare for the Constable standard.)

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (Expected)

This is a qualifying race. You must complete it within the time limit.

• Male: 4.8 KM run in 25 minutes.
• Female: 2.4 KM run in 14 minutes.

THE ULTIMATE 4000-WORD SYLLABUS (Topic-by-Topic)

This is the exhaustive, topic-by-topic breakdown of the complete UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025. Your 300-mark paper will be based on these four sections.

Section 1: General Knowledge (GK) (Approx. 38 Qs / 76 Marks)

This section is vast and designed to test your overall awareness. It can be divided into Static GK, Core Subjects, UP GK, and Current Affairs.

1. Static GK (General Knowledge)

This is the core of the GK section.

• India & Its Neighbors: You must have a basic awareness of India’s neighboring countries. This includes their capitals, currencies, presidents/prime ministers, and any recent major events (like elections or economic crises) or military exercises with India.
• World Organizations: Headquarters, full forms, and major functions of the UN (United Nations), WHO (World Health Organization), WTO (World Trade Organization), IMF (International Monetary Fund), World Bank, ASEAN, SAARC, BRICS.
• Countries, Capitals & Currencies: Focus on countries that have been in the news in the last 6 months.
• Important Days: National and International (e.g., Human Rights Day, Environment Day, Yoga Day, National Police Commemoration Day).
• Awards & Honors: Major national awards (Bharat Ratna, Padma Awards, Gallantry Awards – Param Vir Chakra) and International awards (Nobel Prize, Oscar, Booker Prize).
• Books & Authors: Famous historical books and recent-in-news authors.
• Sports: Terminology (e.g., “LBW” in Cricket, “Knockout” in Boxing), major trophies (e.g., Ranji Trophy, FIFA World Cup), famous sports personalities, and major sporting events (Olympics, Asian Games).
• Indian Art & Culture: Major dance forms (Classical – Kathak, Bharatanatyam; Folk – Garba, Bhangra, Charkula), festivals (Diwali, Holi, Eid, Bihu), historical monuments (Taj Mahal, Qutub Minar), and UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.

2. Core Subjects (History, Geography, Polity, Economy)

• Indian History:
  • Ancient: Focus on Indus Valley Civilization (major sites like Harappa, Mohenjo-Daro), Vedic Period (society, gods), Buddhism, and Jainism (teachings, founders, councils), Mauryan Empire (Ashoka, Kalinga War), and Gupta Empire (known as the “Golden Age”).
  • Medieval: Delhi Sultanate (key dynasties like Khilji, Tughlaq), Mughal Empire (Akbar’s policies, Shah Jahan’s architecture), Maratha Empire (Shivaji’s administration).
  • Modern: The 1857 Revolt (major centers, leaders like Mangal Pandey, Rani Laxmibai), establishment of the Indian National Congress (1885), Partition of Bengal (1905), Gandhian Era, Non-Cooperation Movement, Civil Disobedience Movement, and the Quit India Movement.
• Geography:
  • Indian Geography: Physical features (Himalayas, Northern Plains, Peninsular Plateau), Rivers (Ganga, Brahmaputra, Godavari, Krishna – their origins and tributaries), mountains, soil types, major crops (Rabi/Kharif), forests, and major industries.
  • World Geography: Continents, oceans, major landforms (mountains, deserts), international boundaries (e.g., Durand Line, Radcliffe Line).
• Indian Polity (Constitution):
  • This is a very important part of the UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025.
  • Making of the Constitution, Preamble, Schedules, and Sources.
  • Fundamental Rights (Article 12-35): You must know all six rights in detail.
  • Fundamental Duties (Article 51A).
  • Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP).
  • Parliament (Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha), President, Vice President, Prime Minister & Council of Ministers.
  • State Government (Governor, Chief Minister, Vidhan Sabha/Parishad).
  • Judiciary (Supreme Court, High Court – their powers and judges’ appointments).
  • Panchayati Raj System (Very Important for UP).
  • Important Constitutional Bodies (CAG, Election Commission, UPSC).
  • Key Articles (Art 370, Art 32, Art 226) and Amendments (42nd, 44th, 73rd, 101st-GST).
• Economy:
  • Basics of Indian Economy (Primary, Secondary, Tertiary sectors).
  • Five Year Plans (basic objectives).
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax): What it is, types (CGST, SGST, IGST), tax slabs.
  • Demonetization and its impact.
  • Basics of Banking (RBI functions, types of accounts).
  • National Income (GDP, GNP, NNP).

3. UP Special GK (Highly Important)

• General Overview: History, Geography, and Culture of Uttar Pradesh.
• Administration: Political & Administrative structure of UP (Governor, CM, Assembly, total districts).
• Geography: Major rivers (Ganga, Yamuna, Gomti, Ghaghra), soils, climate, and forests of UP.
• Economy: Major industries (leather in Kanpur, glass in Firozabad, sports in Meerut), agriculture, and major crops.
• Culture: Major festivals, folk dances (Kathak, Charkula, Nautanki), music (Gharanas), and art.
• Police System: Basic knowledge of the UP police administrative system, commissionerate system, ranks, and general rules. This is a key part of the syllabus.
• Revenue System: Basic knowledge of the revenue (Rajasva) police and their functions.
• UP Government Welfare Schemes.

4. Current Affairs

• Focus on national and international events from the last 6 to 8 months before the exam.
• Major appointments (state, national, international).
• Summits and conferences (G20, BRICS, etc.).
• New Government Schemes (both Central and UP State).
• Major awards, sports events, and military exercises.

GK Preparation Strategy & Books:

• Strategy: Do not try to read everything. Focus 60% on Static GK and UP GK. For Current Affairs, read a monthly magazine. For History/Polity/Geography, scan a good general-purpose book.
• Book Recommendations:
  • Lucent’s General Knowledge (English) – The single best book for Static GK, Science, and Core Subjects.
  • Ghatna Chakra (UP Special) or Pariksha Vani – Excellent for UP-specific GK.
  • Pratiyogita Darpan or Chronicle (Monthly Magazine) – For Current Affairs.

Section 2: General Hindi (सामान्य हिन्दी) (Approx. 37 Qs / 74 Marks)

This is a high-scoring section for candidates who are comfortable with Hindi. Do not ignore it; it is key to your final merit. The UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025 for Hindi is 90% grammar.

1. Hindi Grammar (व्याकरण)

• हिन्दी और अन्य भारतीय भाषाएँ (Hindi and other Indian Languages)
• हिन्दी व्याकरण का मौलिक ज्ञान (Fundamental Knowledge of Hindi Grammar):
  • वर्णमाला (Alphabet): Swar (vowels) and Vyanjan (consonants), their types, and pronunciation (uchharan sthan).
  • तद्भव-तत्सम (Tadbhav-Tatsam): Identifying words derived from Sanskrit (Tatsam) and their Hindi forms (Tadbhav).
  • पर्यायवाची (Synonyms): (e.g., ‘Aag’ – Agni, Anal, Pavak).
  • विलोम (Antonyms): (e.g., ‘Raja’ – Rank, Praja, Rani).
  • अनेकार्थी (One word, many meanings): e.g., “Kanak” can mean gold or datura.
  • वाक्यांशों के स्थान पर एक शब्द (One-word Substitution): (e.g., ‘One who knows everything’ – Sarvagya).
  • समरूपी भिन्नार्थक शब्द (Homonyms): Words that sound the same but have different meanings (e.g., ‘An’ vs ‘Anna’).
  • अशुद्ध वाक्यों को शुद्ध करना (Sentence Correction): Based on Ling, Vachan, Karak, and Vartani (spelling).
  • लिंग (Gender): Changing from Pulling to Streeling.
  • वचन (Number): Changing from Ek-vachan to Bahu-vachan.
  • कारक (Case): Identifying the 8 types of Karak (Karta, Karma, etc.).
  • सर्वनाम (Pronoun): Types (6 types) and usage.
  • विशेषण (Adjective): Types and usage.
  • क्रिया (Verb): Sakarmak and Akarmak.
  • काल (Tense): Identifying all types of past, present, and future.
  • वाच्य (Voice): Kartri, Karma, and Bhav Vachya.
  • अव्यय (Adverb / Indeclinable words).
  • उपसर्ग (Prefix): (e.g., ‘Prati’ in ‘Pratidin’).
  • प्रत्यय (Suffix): (e.g., ‘pan’ in ‘Ladaki-pan’).
  • समास (Samas): Identifying all 6 types and their vighraha (separation).
  • संधि (Sandhi): Identifying and applying rules for Swar, Vyanjan, and Visarg Sandhi.
• विराम-चिह्न (Punctuation): Identifying and using different punctuation marks.
• मुहावरे एवं लोकोक्तियाँ (Idioms & Phrases).

2. Literature & Comprehension (साहित्य एवं बोध)

• रस, छंद, अलंकार (Ras, Chhand, Alankar): Basic identification and examples.
• अपठित बोध (Unseen Passage / Comprehension): A passage with questions on its title, summary, and underlying meaning.
• प्रसिद्ध कवि, लेखक एवं उनकी प्रसिद्ध रचनाएँ (Famous Poets, Authors & their works): Focus on major Hindi authors like Premchand, Jaishankar Prasad, Tulsidas, Kabirdas, Mahadevi Verma, etc.
• हिन्दी भाषा में पुरस्कार (Awards in Hindi Literature): Gyanpith, Sahitya Akademi, etc.

Hindi Preparation Strategy & Books:

• Strategy: This section is 100% about practice and memorization. Spend 30 minutes every day learning 10 new synonyms, 10 antonyms, and 10 one-word substitutions. Practice 10 grammar questions daily.
• Book Recommendations:
  • Samanya Hindi by Lucent Publication.
  • Adhunik Hindi Vyakaran aur Rachna by Dr. Vasudevnandan Prasad.

Section 3: Numerical & Mental Ability (Approx. 38 Qs / 76 Marks)

This section of the UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025 is a mix of two distinct parts: Quantitative Aptitude (Maths) and a specific type of logical reasoning (Mental Ability).

Part A: Numerical Ability (Maths) (Approx. 20 Qs)

This is the core mathematics part, focusing heavily on arithmetic (10th level).

• Number System (संख्या पद्धति): (Unit digit, simplification, fractions).
• Simplification (सरलीकरण): (BODMAS, fractions, roots, surds).
• Decimals and Fraction (दशमलव और भिन्न).
• HCF and LCM (महत्तम समापवर्तक और लघुत्तम समापवर्त्य).
• Ratio and Proportion (अनुपात और समानुपात): (Includes problems on ages, coins).
• Percentage (प्रतिशतता): (The base of all arithmetic).
• Profit and Loss (लाभ और हानि).
• Discount (छूट).
• Simple Interest (साधारण ब्याज).
• Compound Interest (चक्रवृद्धि ब्याज).
• Partnership (भागीदारी).
• Average (औसत).
• Time and Work (समय और कार्य): (Includes Pipes & Cisterns).
• Time and Distance (समय और दूरी): (Includes problems on Trains, Boat & Stream).
• Data Interpretation (Use of Tables and Graphs): One set (3-5 questions) is expected (Bar, Pie, Table).
• Mensuration (2D and 3D): Area and perimeter of squares, rectangles, circles. Volume and surface area of cube, cuboid, cylinder, cone, sphere.

Part B: Mental Ability (Mental Logic) (Approx. 18 Qs)

This is not traditional reasoning; it’s more about logical perception.

• Logical Diagrams (तार्किक आरेख): (Venn Diagrams).
• Symbol-Relationship Interpretation (संकेत-सम्बंध विश्लेषण): (e.g., if + means x, then…).
• Perception Test (प्रत्यक्ष ज्ञान बोध): (Finding a pattern or anomaly).
• Word Formation Test (शब्द रचना परीक्षण).
• Letter and Number Series (अक्षर और संख्या श्रृंखला): (Finding the next term).
• Word and Alphabet Analogy: (e.g., ‘Book’ is to ‘Read’ as ‘Fork’ is to…?).
• Common Sense Test (व्यावहारिक ज्ञान परीक्षण): (Simple situational logic).
• Direction Sense Test (दिशा ज्ञान परीक्षण): (Calculating distance and direction).
• Logical Interpretation of Data (आंकड़ों का तार्किक विश्लेषण).
• Forcefulness of Argument (तर्क की प्रबलता).

Maths & Mental Ability Preparation Strategy:

• Strategy: Your foundation must be strong. Master Percentage, Ratio, and Average, as these are used in almost all other topics, including DI. Practice is the only key. For Mental Ability, practice previous year papers from the UP Police Constable exam.
• Book Recommendations:
  • Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma (Ariant).
  • Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal.

Section 4: Mental Aptitude, I.Q. & Reasoning (Approx. 37 Qs / 74 Marks)

This is the main reasoning section of the UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025. It is uniquely divided into three parts, testing your suitability for police work.

Part A: Mental Aptitude (Police-Specific Logic)

This is the most unique part. It tests your psychological fitness for a uniformed job. You will be given scenarios.

• Attitude towards the following:
  • Public Interest (जनहित): (e.g., What would you do in a situation involving public property?)
  • Law and Order (कानून एवं शांति व्यवस्था)
  • Communal Harmony (साम्प्रदायिक सद्भाव): (Crucial for UP).
  • Crime Control (अपराध नियंत्रण)
  • Rule of Law (विधि का शासन)
  • Ability of Adaptability (अनुकूलन की क्षमता): (How you react to new/stressful duties).
  • Professional Information (Basic level): (Basic police procedures).
  • Police System (पुलिस प्रणाली): (Understanding ranks, hierarchy).
  • Contemporary Police Issues & Law and Order.
  • Interest in Profession (व्यवसाय के प्रति रुचि).
  • Mental Toughness (मानसिक दृढ़ता).
  • Sensitivity: Towards minorities, the underprivileged, and gender sensitivity.

Part B: I.Q. Test (Standard Reasoning)

• Relationship and Analogy Test (सम्बन्ध व आंशिक समानता).
• Spotting out the dissimilar (Classification / Odd one out).
• Series Completion (श्रृंखला पूरी करना).
• Coding and Decoding (कोडिंग-डिकोडिंग).
• Blood Relation (रक्त सम्बन्ध).
• Problems based on the alphabet.
• Time Sequence Test (Clock & Calendar).
• Venn Diagram and chart type test.
• Mathematical Ability Test (Inserting correct operators).
• Arranging in order (Logical sequence, e.g., dictionary).

Part C: Reasoning Ability (Visual & Analytical Reasoning)

• Analogies (Verbal and Figural).
• Similarities and Differences.
• Space Visualization (Finding hidden figures).
• Problem Solving & Analysis.
• Decision Making.
• Visual Memory.
• Discrimination & Observation.
• Verbal and Figure Classification.
• Arithmetical Reasoning.
• Arithmetical Number Series.
• Mirror & Water Images.
• Paper Folding & Cutting.
• Completion of Figure.

Reasoning Preparation Strategy & Books:

• Strategy: This is the highest-scoring section of the entire exam. You must aim for 90%+ accuracy here. The “Mental Aptitude” part is unique; practice this from UP Police specific mock tests.
• Book Recommendations:
  • A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal.
  • Any good UP Police Constable/SI Practice Set (to get practice for the Mental Aptitude section).

How to Apply: The OTR Process

As a reminder, the first and only step you need to take right now is to complete your UP Police OTR Registration 2025.

1. Visit the Portal: Go to https://apply.uppbpb.in.
2. Register: Complete your registration. This is free of cost.
3. Get OTR ID: Secure your unique OTR ID.
4. Wait: When the official recruitment for Home Guard is announced, you will use this OTR ID to log in and apply. Your personal details will be auto-filled, saving you time and preventing errors.

The board has specifically requested all aspirants to complete their OTR “as soon as possible” (यथाशीघ्र) to avoid any inconvenience when future advertisements are released.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the official UP Police Home Guard Syllabus 2025?

A1: The official syllabus is expected to be released with the notification. However, since the UPPBPB is conducting the exam, it is expected to be identical to the UP Police Constable Syllabus, which includes 4 sections: General Knowledge, General Hindi, Numerical & Mental Ability, and Reasoning.

Q2: Will there be a written exam for the UP Home Guard recruitment?

A2: Yes. The UPPBPB (the board that conducts the SI and Constable exams) is now handling the recruitment, so it is almost certain that the old merit-based (10th/12th marks) system will be replaced by a 300-mark written examination to ensure transparency.

Q3: Is the UP Police OTR Registration 2025 mandatory for Home Guards?

A3: Yes. The official notice dated November 7, 2025, clearly states that OTR is mandatory for all candidates applying for the Home Guards enrollment.

Q4: I already registered for the UP Police Constable OTR. Do I need to register again for Home Guard?

A4: No. The official notification clearly states that candidates who have already completed their OTR for any previous UP Police exam do not need to register again. Your existing OTR ID will be valid.

Q5: What is the expected age limit for the UP Police Home Guard vacancy?

A5: While the official notification is awaited, the age limit for Home Guards is traditionally wider than for Constables. It is expected to be between 18 and 45 years.

Q6: What is the expected educational qualification for UP Home Guard?

A6: The minimum qualification is expected to be 10th Pass (High School) or 12th Pass (Intermediate). This will be clarified in the official notification.

Important Links

Link Type	Link (Button)
UP Police OTR Registration (Direct Link)	Click Here
Download OTR Notice (Home Guards)	Click Here
Download OTR Notice (General)	Click Here
Official Website	UP Police Official Website