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UPSSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 209 Havaldar Instructor Posts

OrganizationUttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Post NameHavaldar Instructor
Total Vacancies209 Posts
Application ModeOnline
Job LocationPan India
Last Updated17 Apr 2026
209 Posts
Vacancies
09-07-2026
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
Pan India
Location
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has published the Havaldar Instructor Notification 2026 on 17th April 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 209 Havaldar Instructor positions. Candidates within the age range of 18 to 40 years and holding a 10+2 (Intermediate) qualification along with PET-2025 scorecard are eligible to apply online at upsssc.gov.in. The application process will be active from 19th June 2026 to 9th July 2026, and candidates can easily access the notification PDF and apply link below.

Important Dates

Application Start19 June 2026
Last Date to Apply09-07-2026
EventDate
Last Date To Apply09-07-2026
Notification Date17 April 2026
Application Start Date19 June 2026

Application Fee

General / UR
SC
Note: Application fee is ₹00 for all categories; only ₹25 online process charge is levied uniformly.

Age Limit

Minimum Age18 years
Maximum Age40 years
Age RelaxationThe age limit to apply for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 40 years. The cutoff date for determining the age limit is 01 January 2026 or 01 July 2026. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates as per government rules.

Qualification / Eligibility

Education Qualification(10+2) from a recognised board
DetailsNationality: Must be a citizen of India. | Educational Qualification:

Vacancy Details

Sr.Total Posts
188
239
305
457
520
Total209

Category-wise Vacancy

CategoryPosts
Total Posts20
Posts04

Salary & Pay Scale

DetailsPay scale as per 7th Pay Commission (Level-3).

Selection Process

1Shortlisting on the basis of normalized score of PET-2025. Main Written Examinat
2100 questions
3100 marks
42 hours). Physical Measurement Test & Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying in na

Exam Pattern

Pattern TablePart 1 | History of India & Indian National Movement | 10 | 10, Geography of India & World | 05 | 05, Economic & Social Development of India | 05 | 05, Indian Polity & Constitution | 10 | 10, General Science & Technology | 10 | 10, Environmental Ecology & Disaster Management | 10 | 10, Sports in India | 05 | 05, Current Events (National & International) | 10 | 10, Part 2 | Computer & IT Concepts, Tech Development & Innovation | 15 | 15, Part 3 | General Knowledge - State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20, Total | 100 | 100
DetailsDuration: 2 hours (120 minutes) | Negative Marking: ¼ mark per wrong answer

How to Apply

  • 1Candidates must apply online only through https://upsssc.gov.in.
  • 2Login using PET-2025 Registration Number and OTP.
  • 3Fill all required details, upload documents if needed, and pay processing fee.
  • 4Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
  • 5Last date for submission of online application is 09 July 2026.

Important Instructions

  • Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and possess the scorecard can apply. Read the detailed advertisement carefully before filling the online application. Keep registered mobile number and email active. Application fee once paid will not be refunded. UPSSSC reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process without assigning any reason.

Important Links

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released 209 vacancies for the post of Havaldar Instructor under Home Guard Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh, as per Advertisement No. 11‑Exam/2026.
Q2. What are the application dates for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor 2026?
The online application form will be available from 19 June 2026 and the last date for online application, fee payment and final submission is 09 July 2026, while the last date for fee reconciliation and application modification is 16 July 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor posts?
Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) from a recognised board, while for ex‑departmental Home Guard employees, High School qualification is acceptable as per the notification.
Q4. Is UPSSSC PET‑2025 mandatory for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Yes, only those candidates are eligible who have appeared in UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET‑2025) and possess a valid normalised PET‑2025 scorecard issued by UPSSSC; applications without PET‑2025 score will not be accepted.
Q5. How are the 209 Havaldar Instructor vacancies distributed category‑wise?
Out of 209 posts, 88 are Unreserved, 39 for Scheduled Caste, 5 for Scheduled Tribe, 57 for Other Backward Class, and 20 for Economically Weaker Section (EWS), with horizontal reservation for Dependants of Freedom Fighters, Ex‑Servicemen, Women and Outstanding Sportspersons as per UP government rules.
Q6. What is the application fee for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026?
There is no examination fee (₹0) for all categories, but candidates must pay an online processing fee of ₹25, making the total payable amount ₹25 for every applicant, through online payment modes.
Q7. How can I apply online for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must visit upsssc.gov.in, log in using their PET‑2025 Registration Number and OTP/password, fill in personal and educational details, review the auto‑fetched PET data, pay the ₹25 processing fee online, submit the form and download/print the final application for future reference.
Q8. Is there any age relaxation for Home Guard (ex‑departmental) candidates in this recruitment?
Yes, in addition to category‑wise age relaxations as per UP Government rules for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Women/Ex‑Servicemen/Dependants of Freedom Fighters, ex‑departmental Home Guard candidates who have completed at least 3 years of service get an additional 2‑year age relaxation over the normal upper age limit.
How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released 209 vacancies for the post of Havaldar Instructor under Home Guard Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh, as per Advertisement No. 11‑Exam/2026.
What are the application dates for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor 2026?
The online application form will be available from 19 June 2026 and the last date for online application, fee payment and final submission is 09 July 2026, while the last date for fee reconciliation and application modification is 16 July 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor posts?
Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) from a recognised board, while for ex‑departmental Home Guard employees, High School qualification is acceptable as per the notification.
Is UPSSSC PET‑2025 mandatory for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Yes, only those candidates are eligible who have appeared in UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET‑2025) and possess a valid normalised PET‑2025 scorecard issued by UPSSSC; applications without PET‑2025 score will not be accepted.
How are the 209 Havaldar Instructor vacancies distributed category‑wise?
Out of 209 posts, 88 are Unreserved, 39 for Scheduled Caste, 5 for Scheduled Tribe, 57 for Other Backward Class, and 20 for Economically Weaker Section (EWS), with horizontal reservation for Dependants of Freedom Fighters, Ex‑Servicemen, Women and Outstanding Sportspersons as per UP government rules.
What is the application fee for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026?
There is no examination fee (₹0) for all categories, but candidates must pay an online processing fee of ₹25, making the total payable amount ₹25 for every applicant, through online payment modes.
How can I apply online for UPSSSC Havaldar Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must visit upsssc.gov.in, log in using their PET‑2025 Registration Number and OTP/password, fill in personal and educational details, review the auto‑fetched PET data, pay the ₹25 processing fee online, submit the form and download/print the final application for future reference.
Is there any age relaxation for Home Guard (ex‑departmental) candidates in this recruitment?
Yes, in addition to category‑wise age relaxations as per UP Government rules for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Women/Ex‑Servicemen/Dependants of Freedom Fighters, ex‑departmental Home Guard candidates who have completed at least 3 years of service get an additional 2‑year age relaxation over the normal upper age limit.