Jharkhand Home Guard 2026 – Notification, Dates & How to Apply
Jharkhand Home Guard 2026 at a glance
Jharkhand Home Guard Vahini has released a notification for the recruitment of Home Guard posts under district-wise vacancies including Deoghar and Ramgarh. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official portal. This recruitment drive offers a total of 1056 posts with 50 percent reservation for women in both districts.
For Deoghar district, new applications under Vigyapan 01/2026 will open from 11 October 2026 and the last date to submit forms is 26 October 2026 till 5 PM. Candidates need to check the official website for complete details regarding application submission and physical document verification rounds.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Jharkhand Home Guard Vahini (District-wise) |
| Post | Home Guard / Grih Rakshak (Rural + Urban) |
| Total Posts | 1,056 (Deoghar 772 + Ramgarh 284) |
| Women Reservation | 50% (both districts) |
| Apply Mode | Online + Physical Printout submit |
| Age | 19-40 years |
| Education | Class 7th (Rural) / 10th (Urban) |
| Application Fee | Rs 100 (all categories) |
| Official Portal | recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Deoghar Application Start | 2026-03-30 |
| Deoghar Last Date (pichhla daur) | 2026-04-30 |
| Deoghar naya aavedan (Vigyapan 01/2026) | 2026-10-11 |
| Deoghar naya aavedan aakhri tareekh (5 PM) | 2026-10-26 |
| Ramgarh Application Start | 2026-05-07 |
| Ramgarh Last Date | 2026-06-04 |
| Physical + Document Verification | Post application close |
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EBC | Rs 100 |
| SC / ST | Rs 100 |
| Female (Bihar) | Rs 100 |
Documents to keep ready
- Class 7th Marksheet (Rural HG)
- 10th Marksheet (Urban HG)
- Aadhaar Card + PAN Card
- Jharkhand Domicile Certificate (mandatory)
- Caste Certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS) if applicable
- Female reservation certificate (50% reserved)
- Technical certificate (Urban Technical posts)
- Passport Photo + Signature scan
- Bank account passbook
Eligibility
Pay: Rs 12000 – 18000 per month
Reserved categories get age relaxation as per the rules in the notification. Check your category and the cut-off date for age in the official PDF.
Selection process
- Written exam – 100 questions, 100 marks, 12th level, qualifying (30%)
- PET – running, high jump, gola; the final merit list is made from these 100 marks
- Measurement (PST), document verification and medical
Physical standards
From the previous notification of this exam – verify in the current PDF.
| Measurement | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm (Gen/BC) · 160 cm (EBC/SC/ST) | 155 cm (all categories) |
| Chest | 81 cm, 86 cm expanded (Gen/BC/EBC) · 79/84 cm (SC/ST) | Not measured · minimum weight 48 kg |
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Running | 1.6 km in 6 minutes (50 marks) | 1 km in 5 minutes (50 marks) |
| High jump | minimum 4 ft (25 marks up to 5 ft) | minimum 3 ft (25 marks up to 4 ft) |
| Gola (shot put) | 16 lb, minimum 16 ft (25 marks up to 20 ft) | 12 lb, minimum 12 ft (25 marks up to 16 ft) |
How to apply
- Open the official website (cdn.s3waas.gov.in) and find the link for this notification.
- Register with your mobile number and e-mail; note the registration number.
- Fill the form with your 10th certificate details – name, date of birth and spelling must match.
- Upload the photo, signature and any documents asked, in the size the notice gives.
- Pay the fee online and download the final submitted form. Keep a printout.
Apply only on the official website. No agent, no "setting" – anyone asking money for selection is a fraud.
Official links
Prepare for Bihar Home Guard at Solanki Defence Academy
Students preparing for the Jharkhand Home Guard exam can join Solanki Defence Academy in Bhagalpur. Our campus provides structured classroom coaching for written exams alongside physical ground training led by an ex-para commando trainer. We also provide on-campus hostel and mess facilities so students can focus entirely on their daily physical and academic routine.
Questions
What is the last date to apply for Deoghar district new applications?
The last date to submit the Deoghar application is 26 October 2026 till 5 PM.
What is the education qualification required?
Candidates need Class 7th pass for rural Home Guard and Class 10th pass for urban Home Guard.
What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The age limit is 19 to 40 years.
How many total posts are available?
There are a total of 1056 posts including 772 for Deoghar and 284 for Ramgarh.
Where should candidates apply?
Candidates can apply online through the official portal recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.
Does Solanki Defence Academy prepare for Bihar Home Guard?
Yes. Physical and written preparation on one campus in Adampur, Bhagalpur, with hostel and mess. Call +91 97982 20164.
Facts taken from the official notification and public notices, last checked 6 Nov 2026. Dates and rules change with corrigenda – always confirm on the official website before you apply or travel for a test.
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