UPSSSC Platoon Commander & Block Organizer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 295 Posts

Posted: 21 Jun 2026
Updated: 21 Jun 2026

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the notification for the Platoon Commander and Block Organizer Mains Examination 2026 under the Home Guards Headquarters, UP. Candidates who have a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 Scorecard and possess a Bachelor's Degree can apply online for the 295 vacancies. The online application process starts on 16 June 2026 and ends on 06 July 2026. Read the detailed notification for category-wise posts, physical standards, syllabus, and other eligibility criteria before applying.

Exam Details

Organization: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Department: Home Guards Headquarters, UP, Lucknow
Post Name: Platoon Commander & Block Organizer
Total Vacancies: 295 Posts
Application Mode: Online

Application Fees

Category	Fees
Anarakshit (UR) / Anya Pichhda Varg (OBC) / EWS	₹25/-
Anusuchit Jati (SC) / Anusuchit Janjati (ST)	₹25/-
Female / PwD / Ex-Servicemen	₹25/-

*Note: Pay the exam fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or SBI E-Challan.

Important Dates

Notification Released: 15 April 2026
Application Start: 16 June 2026
Last Date to Apply: 06 July 2026
Pay Exam Fee Last Date: 06 July 2026
Correction Last Date: 13 July 2026
Exam Date: To be Notified Soon

Age Limit as on 01 January 2026

Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSSSC rules.

Vacancy wise Eligibility & Total Post

Post Name	Total Post	Educational Qualification
Platoon Commander & Block Organizer	295	Must have a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 Scorecard. Passed Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any stream from a recognized University in India.

Vacancy Details (Category Wise)

Post Name	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
Block Organizer	98	24	71	48	02	243
Platoon Commander	23	05	12	11	01	52

Physical Standards & Efficiency Test

Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

Category	Height (Male)	Chest (Male)	Height (Female)
General / OBC / SC	167.7 cm	78.8 - 83.8 cm	152 cm
Hilly Area Candidates	162.6 cm	76.5 - 81.5 cm	147 cm
ST	160.0 cm	76.5 - 81.5 cm	147 cm

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) -

Male Candidates: 4.8 KM Race in 25 Minutes
Female Candidates: 2.4 KM Race in 14 Minutes

Exam Pattern (Scheme of Test)

Subject / Part	Questions	Marks	Duration
Part 1: History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Current Affairs, Sports, Anatomy, Ecology, Data Interpretation	65	65	02 Hours (120 Mins)
Part 2: Computer & Information Technology	15	15
Part 3: UP General Knowledge	20	20

*Note: There will be a negative marking of 1/4th (25%) marks for each incorrect answer.

Step by Step Guide to Apply

Visit the official website: upsssc.gov.in.
Login using your UPSSSC PET-2025 Registration Number.
Verify your personal details and fill out the educational information required for the post.
Pay the online processing fee of ₹25/- via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Submit the application form and take a printout of the final confirmation page.

Important Links

Apply Online	Click Here
Download Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Disclaimer: All information is based on currently available public sources or official notifications. Please read the official notification carefully and verify details on the official website before applying or taking any action.