Assam APSC Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 22 Posts

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find quick answers to common questions regarding the APSC Class-I Home Guards Recruitment 2026, covering vacancies, eligibility, application process, and more.

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for APSC Class-I Home Guards Recruitment 2026?

Ans: A total of 22 vacancies have been announced for Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards under the APSC Recruitment 2026.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for APSC Class-I Home Guards?

Ans: The closing date for online application is June 7, 2026. The last date for payment of the application fee is June 9, 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee for APSC Class-I Home Guards Recruitment?

Ans: The application fee is ₹297.20 for General category, ₹197.20 for OBC/MOBC, and ₹47.20 for SC/ST/BPL/PwBD (including processing fees).

Q4. What is the required educational qualification for Class-I Home Guards posts?

Ans: Candidates must hold a Graduate degree in any discipline from a Government-recognized University.

Q5. What is the age limit for APSC Class-I Home Guards Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The age limit is 21 to 38 years as on January 1, 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.

Q6. What is the selection process for APSC Class-I Home Guards?

Ans: The selection process includes a Written Examination (Paper-I), Physical Standards/Efficiency Test (PET), Medical Standards Test, and an Interview/Personality Test, followed by a Final Merit List.

Q7. What is the salary for APSC Class-I Home Guards?

Ans: The pay scale is ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 per month (Pay Band-3) with a Grade Pay of ₹11,800, plus other admissible allowances.

Q8. Where can I find the official notification PDF for APSC Home Guards Recruitment?

Ans: The official notification PDF (Advt. No. 02/2026) is available on the official APSC website, as mentioned in the recruitment article.

Q9. Is there any age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen in this recruitment?

Ans: Yes, Ex-Servicemen (UR) have a maximum age limit of 50 years as on 01/01/2026, with further relaxation for OBC/MOBC and SC/ST categories as per the notification.

Q10. What are the physical standards required for male candidates?

Ans: For General/OBC/SC males, height is 5 ft 4 in (165 cm), and chest is 80 cm (normal) with 85 cm (expansion). Standards vary slightly for ST(P)/ST(H) categories.