The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has postponed the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for the UP Home Guard recruitment 2026 yet again. The test was scheduled to begin on September 14, 2026, after an earlier postponement from September 8. The latest decision comes amid continuous rainfall and waterlogging at several physical testing centres across Uttar Pradesh.The recruitment board has deferred the PET until further notice. A fresh schedule will be announced after the weather conditions improve and the testing venues are considered fit for conducting the physical examination.
UP Home Guard PET 2026 postponed again
The UPPRPB had earlier revised the UP Home Guard PET schedule from September 8 to September 14, 2026. However, the physical test will not commence on September 14 as planned.According to the information provided by the recruitment board, persistent rain and waterlogging have affected several examination centres. Since the PET involves physically demanding activities, including running and other fitness-based tests, conducting the examination on waterlogged or unsafe grounds could increase the risk of injuries.The board has therefore decided to defer the test until further notice. Candidates should wait for the official announcement before making travel arrangements for the physical test.
Why has UPPRPB postponed the UP Home Guard Physical Test?
The primary reason for postponing the UP Home Guard PET is the prevailing weather situation in Uttar Pradesh. Continuous rainfall has affected the condition of physical testing grounds at several locations, with waterlogging reported at different centres.Wet and uneven tracks can make running and other physical activities difficult and potentially unsafe. Conducting the test under such conditions could also create differences in the testing environment for candidates appearing at different centres.The postponement is therefore intended to ensure that the PET is conducted when the venues are suitable and candidates can participate under safe and fair conditions.
What candidates should know about the new UP Home Guard PET date
Candidates who were scheduled to appear for the UP Home Guard PET on September 14 should note that the earlier schedule is no longer applicable. The board is yet to announce the revised date for the physical test.Candidates should regularly check the official UPPRPB website for the fresh schedule and other instructions. They should not rely on unverified information circulating on social media or unofficial recruitment websites.A revised admit card or other instructions may be issued before the rescheduled PET. Candidates should carefully check the date, reporting time, venue, and other details mentioned in the fresh communication.
Candidates can use the postponement to continue physical preparation
The postponement gives candidates additional time to continue their preparation for the physical test. Aspirants should maintain their running and fitness routines while keeping the revised schedule in mind.Candidates should also avoid taking unnecessary risks by practising on waterlogged or unsafe grounds during periods of heavy rainfall. Once the board announces the fresh PET dates, candidates should ensure they reach their allotted centres according to the instructions mentioned in the revised admit card.The UPPRPB has not announced a new date for the postponed Physical Efficiency Test so far. The September 14 schedule should therefore not be treated as valid for the PET. Candidates are advised to continue their physical preparation and monitor the official website for the next announcement.The postponement does not, by itself, indicate cancellation of the recruitment process. The physical test is expected to be conducted after the concerned venues and weather conditions become suitable.Candidates can click on the link provided here to download the notice for UP Home Guard PET exam.