Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar has announced Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026 for 772 Home Guard posts in Rural and Urban areas. The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 01/2026.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 11 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM. The minimum qualification is 7th class pass for Rural Home Guard posts and 10th class pass for Urban Home Guard posts. Candidates must also meet the residence and physical requirements given in the notification.
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini, Deoghar |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Post | Home Guard (Grih Rakshak) |
| Total Vacancies | 772 |
| Rural Vacancies | 635 |
| Urban Vacancies | 137 |
| Age Limit | 19–40 years |
| Application Fee | ₹100 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 11 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | deoghar.nic.in |
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 11 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 October 2026 |
| PET/Written & Technical Test | To be announced |
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
A total of 772 provisional vacancies have been announced.
Rural Home Guard Vacancies
| Block | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deoghar Sadar | 32 | 32 | 64 |
| Mohanpur | 39 | 39 | 78 |
| Karon | 33 | 32 | 65 |
| Palojori | 23 | 24 | 47 |
| Sarath | 28 | 28 | 56 |
| Margomunda | 49 | 49 | 98 |
| Sarwan | 25 | 26 | 51 |
| Senarayadhari | 52 | 52 | 104 |
| Devipur | 16 | 15 | 31 |
| Madhupur Rural | 21 | 20 | 41 |
| Total | 318 | 317 | 635 |
Urban Home Guard Vacancies
| Urban Area | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deoghar Urban | 41 | 41 | 82 |
| Madhupur Urban | 27 | 28 | 55 |
| Total | 68 | 69 | 137 |
The vacancies are provisional and may be increased, decreased or modified by the authorities.
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Residence Requirement
For Rural Home Guard posts, the candidate must be a permanent resident of the same block in Deoghar district from which they are applying.
For Urban Home Guard posts, the candidate must be an ordinary resident of the relevant urban area of Deoghar district. A self-attested residence certificate issued by the competent authority is required.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 19 and 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026.
The notification does not specify a separate upper-age relaxation for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification
| Post Category | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Rural Home Guard | 7th class pass |
| Urban Home Guard | 10th class/Matric pass |
Candidates must provide self-attested certificates supporting their educational qualification.
Physical Standards
The common physical standards for Rural and Urban Home Guard candidates are:
| Parameter | Male General/OBC/BC | Male ST/SC | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 162 cm | 157 cm | 148 cm |
| Chest | 79 cm | 76 cm | Not specified |
Candidates claiming relaxation in physical standards must provide the required caste certificate.
A technical proficiency certificate issued by the competent authority is required.
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Application Fee
The application fee for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026 is ₹100.
The fee must be paid online through the payment gateway while submitting the application. The application is considered complete only after successful fee payment.
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Salary and Duty Allowance
This recruitment is for voluntary enrolment as a Home Guard, not a regular salaried government job.
There is no fixed monthly salary. Enrolled Home Guards receive a government-prescribed duty allowance only for the days they are actually deployed on duty.
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Hindi Writing Ability Test
- Technical Skill Test, where applicable
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Police Verification
- Basic Training and Enrolment
The Hindi Writing Test and Technical Skill Test are qualifying examinations. Candidates selected after the required stages will undergo basic Home Guard training before formal enrolment.
How to Apply for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official recruitment website.
- Select the appropriate application form for Rural Home Guard or Urban Home Guard.
- Enter personal, educational and identity details.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Provide details of an identity document such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence or PAN Card.
- Pay the ₹100 application fee online.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
Only one application per candidate is accepted. A candidate can apply from only one block or urban area.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | deoghar.nic.in |
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
A total of 772 provisional vacancies are available, including 635 Rural Home Guard posts and 137 Urban Home Guard posts.
Q2. What is the qualification for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
Candidates applying for Rural Home Guard posts must be 7th class pass, while candidates applying for Urban Home Guard posts must be 10th class pass.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
The online application process will close on 26 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. Candidates should submit the form and fee before the deadline.
