Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 772 Posts
Published Date 31 March 2026: Deoghar, Govt of Jharkhand has released the Official Notification for 772 Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 under the Advertisement No. 01/2026. Apply Now @deoghar.nic.in (Go to below In Important Links Section to Apply Online)
Jharkhand Home Guard Notification 2026 – Jharkhand Home Defense Corps has released a notification for Home Guard Recruitment 2026. A total of 772 vacancies have been announced for Rural and Urban Home Guard posts (Rural Grih Rakshak: 634 + Urban Grih Rakshak: 138). Eligible candidates who meet the required educational qualification and physical standards can apply online within the prescribed dates.
The recruitment is conducted at the district level, and selected candidates will be appointed as Home Guards based on physical efficiency and merit. Applicants should carefully read eligibility details before submitting the application form.
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026
Advt. No. 01/2026
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 30 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 30 April 2026
- Physical Test Date: To be announced
- Merit List: After completion of selection stages
Application Fee
- For All Category – Rs. 200/-
- Payment will be accepted online through the JAP-IT portal.
Eligibility Criteria for Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
- Minimum Age: 19 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per Jharkhand Government rules
The age will be calculated as per the date mentioned in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
- Rural Home Guard: Minimum 7th Pass
- Urban Home Guard: Minimum 10th Pass
- Candidates must be able to read and write Hindi
- Additional technical skills may be required for some urban posts
The qualification requirement is kept minimal to allow more candidates to participate in the recruitment process.
Physical Standards
Height
- Male (General/OBC): 162 cm
- Male (SC/ST): 157 cm
- Female (All Categories): 148 cm
Chest (Male Only)
- General/OBC: 79 cm
- SC/ST: 76 cm
Candidates must meet physical requirements to qualify for the selection process.
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 –Vacancy Details
| Category | Rural Grih Rakshak | Urban Grih Rakshak | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Posts | 634 | 138 | 772 |
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 Remuneration
Fixed honorarium as per government rates for the number of duty days performed.
Note: This is not a regular salaried government job or means of livelihood. It is a voluntary service organisation.
Physical Efficiency Test Details
For Rural / Non-Technical Urban Grih Rakshak
| Test | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Running (1 Mile) | 05 min or less → 20 marks 05–06 min → 10 marks More than 06 min → Disqualified | 08 min or less → 20 marks 08–10 min → 10 marks More than 10 min → Disqualified |
| High Jump | Minimum 4 ft → 5 marks 4’–4’3″ → 6 marks 4’3″–4’6″ → 7 marks 4’6″–4’9″ → 8 marks 4’9″–5′ → 9 marks 5′ & above → 10 marks | Minimum 3 ft → 5 marks 3’–3’3″ → 6 marks 3’3″–3’6″ → 7 marks 3’6″–3’9″ → 8 marks 3’9″–4′ → 9 marks 4′ & above → 10 marks |
| Long Jump | Minimum 12 ft → 5 marks 12’–13′ → 6 marks 13’–14′ → 7 marks 14’–15′ → 8 marks 15’–16′ → 9 marks 16′ & above → 10 marks | Minimum 9 ft → 5 marks 9’–10′ → 6 marks 10’–11′ → 7 marks 11’–12′ → 8 marks 12’–13′ → 9 marks 13′ & above → 10 marks |
| Shot Put | 16 lb – Minimum 16 ft → 10 marks | 10 lb – Minimum 16 ft → 10 marks |
For Urban Technical Grih Rakshak (relaxed standards) Slightly relaxed physical standards as mentioned in the notification.
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be done through the following stages:
- Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying + Merit)
- Hindi Writing Ability Test (Qualifying, 100 marks, minimum 30 marks)
- Technical Proficiency Test (only for Urban Technical candidates – Qualifying, 100 marks, minimum 30 marks)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
- Basic Training (after selection)
Salary / Allowance
- Home Guard posts are voluntary
- Duty-based allowance provided
- Approx. ₹500 – ₹600 per day (as per duty)
- Additional benefits during emergency or election duty
The monthly income depends on number of working days assigned.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Educational Certificates
- Residence Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport Size Photo
- Signature
How to Apply for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official Jharkhand Home Guard recruitment portal
- Register with basic details
- Fill the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit the form before last date
- Take a printout for future reference
Important Links
Apply Online – Click Here
Download Notification – Click Here
Official Website – Click Here
FAQs
1: How many vacancies are announced in Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
A total of 772 vacancies have been announced for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026. These posts are divided into Rural Home Guard and Urban Home Guard categories across different districts.
2: What is the age limit for Jharkhand Home Guard 2026?
Candidates must be between 19 years and 40 years to apply. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
3: What qualification is required for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
For Rural Home Guard posts, candidates should be minimum 7th pass, while for Urban Home Guard posts, 10th pass qualification is required.
4: Is there any written exam in Jharkhand Home Guard 2026?
Generally, no written examination is conducted. Selection is based on physical measurement, physical efficiency test, document verification, and medical examination.
5: What is the selection process for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes:
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
