Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: 772 Posts

Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026 Announced

The Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar has released a recruitment notification for the enrollment of Home Guards in Deoghar district. Applications are invited from eligible candidates for both Rural and Urban Home Guard positions. This is a voluntary organization, and Home Guards receive an allowance for days they are assigned duty, not a fixed salary.

Job Highlights

Organization: Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar

Post Name: Home Guard (Rural & Urban)

Total Vacancies: 772 (Tentative)

Location: Deoghar District, Jharkhand

Application Mode: Online

Note: Home Guard is a voluntary service. Duty allowance is paid as per government rates for days assigned. It is not a salaried government job.

Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies is approximately 772. These are tentative numbers and can be modified. Vacancies are available for both Rural and Urban Home Guards, including male and female candidates, and are categorized by block (for rural) and urban area (for urban).

Key Reservation Details:

• 50% of posts are reserved for women in both Rural and Urban categories.
• For Urban Home Guards, 50% of posts are for technically skilled candidates. If suitable technical candidates are not found, these vacancies may be filled by non-technical candidates and vice-versa.
• Within the 5% of posts reserved for women, 5% are reserved for qualified divorced/abandoned/widow women. If such candidates are not available, these posts will be merged back into the general women's quota.
• Up to 10% of total urban Home Guard vacancies can be filled by government servants based on their educational qualifications.

Detailed block-wise and urban area-wise vacancy distribution is provided in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Jharkhand Home Guard recruitment:

• Rural Home Guard: Applicants must be permanent residents of the block in Deoghar district from where they are applying. A self-attested residential certificate issued by a competent authority is required.
• Urban Home Guard: Applicants must be general residents of the urban area of Deoghar district. A self-attested residential certificate issued by a competent authority is required.

As of 01.01.2026, the age of the applicant should be between 19 to 40 years.

• Rural Home Guard: Minimum 7th Class pass. Self-attested certificate of educational qualification is required.
• Urban Home Guard: Minimum Matriculation (10th Class) pass. Self-attested certificate of educational qualification is required.

The physical standards are the same for both Rural and Urban Home Guards:

• Height:
  • Male: 162 cm (General/OBC/BC), 157 cm (SC/ST)
  • Female: 148 cm (All categories)
• Chest (for Male only): 79 cm (General/OBC/BC), 76 cm (SC/ST)

A caste certificate issued by a competent authority is mandatory for any relaxation in physical standards.

Candidates must possess skills in various technical fields and have experience or be self-employed in such areas. Examples include doctors, engineers, lawyers, professors, nurses, computer operators, typists, licensed drivers (HMV/LMV), cooks, carpenters, cobblers, washermen, barbers, electricians, gardeners, plumbers, etc. A certificate of technical proficiency issued by a competent authority is required.

Selection Process

The selection process will be conducted by a selection committee as per the guidelines of the Home Department, Government of Jharkhand. It includes the following stages:

This test includes a 1-mile run, high jump, long jump, and shot put. Marks will be awarded as follows:

• For Rural Home Guards & Non-Technical Urban Home Guards:
  • 1 Mile Run: 20 marks (5 min or less for men, 8 min or less for women), 10 marks (5-6 min for men, 8-10 min for women). Exceeding these times leads to disqualification.
  • High Jump: Up to 10 marks based on height achieved.
  • Long Jump: Up to 10 marks based on distance achieved.
  • Shot Put: Up to 10 marks based on distance achieved (16 lbs).
• For Technically Skilled Urban Home Guards:
  • 1 Mile Run: 20 marks (6 min or less for men, 8 min or less for women), 10 marks (6-8 min for men, 8-12 min for women). Exceeding these times leads to disqualification.
  • High Jump: Up to 10 marks based on height achieved.
  • Long Jump: Up to 10 marks based on distance achieved.
  • Shot Put: Up to 10 marks based on distance achieved (16 lbs).

Candidates who qualify in the Physical Efficiency Test will appear for this test. It assesses writing ability at the level of 7th class for Rural Home Guards and 10th class for Urban Home Guards. This is a qualifying test with 100 marks and a passing score of 30.

Candidates who pass the Physical Efficiency Test and Hindi Writing Ability Test will undergo this test. This is a qualifying test with 100 marks and a passing score of 30.

After all tests are completed, a merit list will be prepared based on the provisions in the notification. Selection will be made against the available vacancies.

Selected candidates will undergo document verification, medical examination, and police character verification. Upon successful completion and favorable reports, they will be enrolled as Home Guards and undergo basic training as per the orders of the HQ Jharkhand Home Guard, Ranchi.

Additional Marks for Sports Achievements

Candidates who have received awards in National or State level sports competitions will be awarded additional marks:

• First Place: 6 marks (National), 3 marks (State)
• Second Place: 4 marks (National), 2 marks (State)
• Third Place: 2 marks (National), 1 mark (State)

Important Dates

The notification does not specify exact application start and end dates. Candidates are advised to check the official website and newspapers for further announcements.

Application Fee

Not specified in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

Home Guards are volunteers and receive a duty allowance as per government-prescribed rates for the days they are assigned duty. This is not a salaried government job.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates need to apply online through the official website. Separate online applications must be submitted for Rural Home Guard and Urban Home Guard positions.

Candidates are required to upload self-attested copies of their residential and educational certificates, along with other required documents.

Documents Required

Candidates are required to upload self-attested copies of the following documents (as mentioned in the application form and notification):

• Residential Certificate
• Educational Qualification Certificates (7th/10th Class, etc.)
• Caste Certificate (for relaxation in physical standards)
• Technical Proficiency Certificate (for technically skilled urban candidates)
• Sports Achievement Certificates (if applicable)
• Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License)
• Passport size photograph
• Signature

A detailed list of required documents will be available in the official notification and application form.

Important Instructions

• Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
• Applications must be submitted online only.
• Incorrect information provided in the application may lead to disqualification.
• Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding exam dates and other information.
• The physical and written tests will be conducted at a venue and date to be announced later in newspapers.

Important Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for Jharkhand Home Guard recruitment?
A1: The official notification does not specify the last date for application. Candidates should monitor the official website and newspapers for updates.

Q2: How many vacancies are available for Jharkhand Home Guard?
A2: There are approximately 772 vacancies for Rural and Urban Home Guards in Deoghar district.

Q3: What is the minimum educational qualification for Rural Home Guard?
A3: The minimum educational qualification for Rural Home Guard is 7th Class pass.

Q4: What is the age limit for applying?
A4: The age limit is between 19 to 40 years as of 01.01.2026.

Q5: Is there any application fee?
A5: The application fee is not specified in the official notification.

Q6: What is the selection process?
A6: The selection process includes a Physical Efficiency Test, Hindi Writing Ability Test, and for technically skilled urban candidates, a Technical Proficiency Test. A merit list is then prepared.

Q7: Will Home Guards receive a salary?
A7: Home Guards are volunteers and receive a duty allowance for days assigned to duty, not a fixed salary.