UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026 Released – Download PDF, Raise Objection by 10 May @ uppbpb.gov.in

Last Updated: 9 May 2026 | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially released the UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026 on 7 May 2026 at its official website uppbpb.gov.in. Candidates who appeared in the UP Homeguard Written Examination held on 25, 26, and 27 April 2026 can now download their individual answer key along with their response sheet. The objection window is open and candidates who disagree with any answer must raise their objection before 10 May 2026 (midnight). This article gives you everything — direct download link, how to raise objections, expected cut off, exam pattern, physical test standards, salary details, and what happens next.

📌 Key Highlights: Answer Key Released: 7 May 2026 | Objection Deadline: 10 May 2026 (12 midnight) | Total Vacancies: 41,424 | Candidates Appeared: 19,29,155 | Exam Dates: 25–27 April 2026 | Official Site: uppbpb.gov.in

UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026 – Overview

Detail	Information
Conducting Authority	Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB)
Post Name	Home Guard (Swayamsevak)
Total Vacancies	41,424 Posts
Total Candidates Applied	25,32,202
Total Candidates Appeared	19,29,155 (76.18%)
Written Exam Dates	25, 26, and 27 April 2026
Answer Key Released	7 May 2026 ✅ (Out Now)
Objection Window	7 May to 10 May 2026 (Midnight)
Result Expected	May – June 2026
Negative Marking	None – No negative marking
Official Website	uppbpb.gov.in

Important Dates – UP Home Guard Recruitment 2025–26

Event	Date
Application Form Start Date	18 November 2025
Application Last Date	17 December 2025
Form Correction Window	18–21 December 2025 (till 6 PM)
Sample OMR Sheet Released	5 February 2026
Exam City Intimation	18 April 2026
Admit Card Available	22 April 2026
Written Examination Dates	25, 26, and 27 April 2026
Answer Key Released	7 May 2026 ✅
Objection Last Date	10 May 2026 (Midnight) ⚠️ TODAY
Final Answer Key	To be announced
Written Exam Result	Expected May – June 2026
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)	After Written Result

Candidates Appeared – Shift-Wise Data

This was one of the largest state government recruitment exams in 2026. Here is the shift-wise candidate attendance data:

Exam Date	Registered Candidates	Appeared	Appearance %
25 April 2026	8,44,066	6,35,856	75.33%
26 April 2026	8,44,066	6,49,435	76.94%
27 April 2026	8,44,070	6,43,864	76.28%
Total	25,32,202	19,29,155	76.18%

How to Download UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026 – Step by Step

Follow these simple steps to download your answer key and response sheet:

1. Visit the official UPPRPB website: uppbpb.gov.in
2. On the homepage, go to the “Latest Notice” section.
3. Click on the link titled “UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026”.
4. A new page will open. Click on the “Candidate Login” button.
5. Enter your Roll Number and Date of Birth in the login fields.
6. Click “Sign In” to proceed.
7. Your individual Response Sheet and Answer Key PDF will appear on screen.
8. Click “Download” and save the PDF to your device.
9. Cross-check each of your answers against the official answer key to calculate your expected score.

You can also directly access the objection portal at hgupexam2025.com using your registration details.

UP Home Guard Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme 2026

Detail	Information
Exam Type	Pen and Paper Based (OMR Sheet) – Offline
Total Questions	100
Total Marks	100
Duration	2 Hours
Question Type	Objective / Multiple Choice (MCQ)
Marks for Correct Answer	+1 Mark
Marks for Wrong Answer	0 (No Negative Marking)
Marks for Unattempted	0

Subjects covered in the exam: General Knowledge and Current Affairs, General Science, Reasoning, Hindi Language, and Numerical Ability (Basic Mathematics).

How to calculate your score: Since there is no negative marking, simply count the number of questions you answered correctly. That number is your total score out of 100.

How to Raise Objection Against UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026

If you believe any answer in the official answer key is incorrect, you can raise an objection. The last date to submit objections is 10 May 2026 at 12 midnight — that is today. Do not delay.

1. Go to the official objection portal: hgupexam2025.com/hg2025questionobjections
2. Login using your Registration Number / Roll Number and Password / Date of Birth.
3. Select the question(s) you want to challenge from your question paper.
4. Review the official answer given by the board carefully before raising the objection.
5. Provide valid supporting proof — such as references from standard textbooks or official sources. Objections without valid proof are generally rejected.
6. Pay the objection fee online (if applicable) via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
7. Submit your objection and download or print the confirmation receipt for your records.

⚠️ Important: After the objection window closes, the board will review all valid challenges and release the Final Answer Key. The written exam result will be prepared based on the final answer key only.

For any technical issues, contact the UPPRPB helpdesk: Helpline: 08065075069 | Email: sampark@uppbpb.gov.in

UP Home Guard Expected Cut Off 2026 (Category-Wise)

The official cut off marks will be released along with the written exam result. Based on exam difficulty, total vacancies, and the number of candidates who appeared, here are the expected cut off marks:

Category	Male Expected Cut Off (Out of 100)	Female Expected Cut Off (Out of 100)
General (UR)	60 to 67	48 to 55
OBC	55 to 58	45 to 55
EWS	51 to 54	—
SC	47 to 50	41 to 46
ST	44 to 46	39 to 42

⚠️ Disclaimer: These are estimated cut off marks based on expert analysis. UPPRPB will release the official cut off with the written result. Do not treat these as confirmed figures.

UP Home Guard Vacancy Details – District-Wise Breakdown

This recruitment covers all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh. Here are the vacancies for major districts:

District	General	OBC	EWS	SC	ST	Total
Lucknow	550	370	137	287	27	1371
Kanpur Nagar	782	525	194	408	38	1947
Agra	495	332	123	258	24	1232
Prayagraj	490	329	121	255	24	1219
Varanasi	403	271	100	210	20	1004
Gorakhpur	333	224	83	174	16	830
Gonda	332	223	82	173	16	826
Hardoi	430	289	107	225	21	1072
Azamgarh	348	234	86	182	17	867
Jaunpur	360	243	90	189	18	900
Sitapur	373	250	92	194	18	927
Aligarh	342	230	85	179	17	853
Ghaziabad	42	27	10	21	2	102
Meerut	278	185	68	144	13	688
Bareilly	306	205	76	159	15	761
Grand Total (All Districts)						41,424

Eligibility Criteria – Age and Education

• Educational Qualification: Class 10th (Matriculation) pass from any recognised board in India
• Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as on 1 July 2025
• Age Relaxation: As per UP Government norms — OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, Ex-Servicemen: as applicable
• Nationality: Indian citizen, domicile of Uttar Pradesh

Physical Standards and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates who clear the written exam will be called for Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Here are the exact standards:

Physical Standard Test (PST)

Gender	Category	Minimum Height	Chest (Unexpanded)	Chest (Expanded)
Male	General / OBC / SC	168 cm	79 cm	84 cm
Male	ST	160 cm	77 cm	82 cm
Female	General / OBC / SC	152 cm	N/A	N/A
Female	ST	147 cm	N/A	N/A

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Running

Gender	Distance	Time Limit
Male	4800 metres (4.8 km)	28 minutes
Female	2400 metres (2.4 km)	16 minutes

Both PST and PET are qualifying in nature — you simply have to meet the minimum standard. There are no extra marks for better performance.

UP Home Guard Salary and Allowances 2026

Here is the complete salary structure for a selected UP Home Guard:

Pay Component	Amount
Basic Pay	Rs. 20,200 per month
Pay Level	Level 3 (7th Pay Commission)
Grade Pay	Rs. 2,000
Gross Salary (approx.)	Rs. 30,000 per month
In-Hand Salary (approx.)	Rs. 27,000 per month

Additional benefits include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical facilities, and other government perks as per UP Government rules.

Selection Process – Complete Overview

1. Written Examination – 100 marks, objective MCQ, no negative marking, 2 hours duration
2. Physical Standard Test (PST) – Height and chest measurement verification
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Running test (4.8 km for male, 2.4 km for female)
4. Document Verification – Original certificates checked
5. Medical Examination – General health fitness check
6. Final Merit List – Based on written exam marks and physical test qualifying status

What Happens After the Answer Key?

1. Objection window closes on 10 May 2026 (midnight) — submit any valid objections before this deadline.
2. UPPRPB will review all submitted objections and release the Final Answer Key.
3. The Written Exam Result will be declared based on the final answer key — expected by end of May or early June 2026.
4. Candidates who clear the written exam will be called for PST and PET (physical tests).
5. After physical tests, Document Verification will be conducted.
6. A final merit list will be prepared based on the written exam marks of all physically qualified candidates.

Important Links – UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026

Document	Direct Link
Download Answer Key 2026 (Official)	Download from uppbpb.gov.in
Raise Objection Portal	Raise Objection Here
Answer Key Notice PDF	Download Official Notice
Download Admit Card	Download Admit Card
Download Sample OMR Sheet	Download OMR Sheet
Download Official Syllabus	Download Syllabus
Download Advertisement PDF	Download Advertisement
UPPRPB Official Website	uppbpb.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026

Q1. When was UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026 released?

The UP Home Guard Answer Key 2026 was officially released on 7 May 2026 by UPPRPB at uppbpb.gov.in. The answer key is available along with the individual response sheet for all exam dates.

Q2. What is the last date to raise objection against UP Home Guard Answer Key?

The last date to raise objections is 10 May 2026 at 12 midnight. Do not miss this deadline — after this, no objections will be accepted.

Q3. Is there negative marking in the UP Home Guard Exam 2026?

No. There is no negative marking in the UP Home Guard written exam. For every correct answer, you get +1 mark. Wrong answers and unattempted questions get 0 marks.

Q4. How many candidates appeared in UP Home Guard Exam 2026?

Out of 25,32,202 registered candidates, a total of 19,29,155 candidates (76.18%) appeared across all three exam days — 25, 26, and 27 April 2026.

Q5. What is the expected cut off for UP Home Guard 2026?

Based on expert analysis, the expected cut off for General category males is 60 to 67 marks out of 100. For OBC males, it is 55 to 58, and for SC males, 47 to 50. Female candidates generally have lower cut offs. Official cut off will be released with the result.

Q6. When will UP Home Guard Result 2026 be declared?

The UP Home Guard written exam result is expected to be declared by end of May or early June 2026 at uppbpb.gov.in. The result will include the official cut off marks.

Q7. What is the physical test requirement for UP Home Guard?

Male candidates (General/OBC/SC) need a minimum height of 168 cm and chest of 79–84 cm. They must run 4.8 km in 28 minutes. Female candidates (General/OBC/SC) need a minimum height of 152 cm and must run 2.4 km in 16 minutes. ST candidates have relaxed standards.

Q8. What is the salary of UP Home Guard after selection?

The basic pay of a selected UP Home Guard is Rs. 20,200 per month (Pay Level 3, 7th Pay Commission). With all allowances, the gross salary is approximately Rs. 30,000 and the in-hand salary is around Rs. 27,000 per month.

Q9. What are the total vacancies in UP Home Guard 2025 recruitment?

The total number of vacancies in this recruitment is 41,424 posts spread across all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh. This is one of the biggest police recruitment drives in UP in recent years.

Q10. What is the educational qualification required for UP Home Guard?

The minimum educational qualification required is Class 10th (Matriculation) pass from any recognised board in India. No higher degree is required, making this a great opportunity for candidates who passed Class 10.

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