Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026 – 772 Posts
Conducting Authority : Jharkhand Home Defense Corps, Deoghar
Advertisement No. : 01/2026
Post Name : Home Guard
Short Information
Jharkhand Home Defense Corps, Deoghar has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the new enrolment of eligible candidates as Rural and Urban Home Guards in Deoghar District. Eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications online through the prescribed application process. Candidates applying for Rural Home Guard and Urban Home Guard must submit separate online applications. A total of 772 vacancies are available, including 635 Rural Home Guard and 137 Urban Home Guard vacancies. The vacancies are provisional and may be revised, reduced, or increased without prior notice. The Home Defense Corps is a voluntary organization, and Home Guards are its voluntary members. They are paid an allowance at the rate prescribed by the Government for the days they are deployed on duty. It is not a regular salaried government job or a means of livelihood.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 01 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 26 October 2026 05:00 PM |
| Physical Examination Date | To Be Notified |
| Written Examination Date | To Be Notified |
| Technical Examination Date | To Be Notified |
| Document Verification | To Be Notified |
Note: The starting date appears unclear in the extracted PDF text (110.26). It should be visually verified from the original notification before publishing. The closing date is clearly stated as 26 October 2026 at 05:00 PM.
Education Qualification
| Post | Education Qualification | Residential Eligibility | Required Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Home Guard | At least Class 7th Pass | Must be a permanent resident of the same Block of Deoghar District from which the candidate is applying. | Self-attested Educational Qualification Certificate and Residential Certificate issued by the competent authority. |
| Urban Home Guard | At least Matriculation (10th Class) Pass | Must be a general resident of the Urban Area of Deoghar District. | Self-attested Educational Qualification Certificate and Residential Certificate issued by the competent authority. |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹100/- | Online through the prescribed Online Payment Gateway |
Note: The application will be finally submitted only after successful payment of the application fee.
Age Limit
| Age Limit Details | |
|---|---|
| Age Limit as on | 01 January 2026 |
| Minimum Age | 19 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Requirement | Candidate must be 19 to 40 years of age as on 01 January 2026. |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Rural Home Guard | 635 |
| Urban Home Guard | 137 |
| Total | 772 |
Post Wise / Block Wise Vacancy
Rural
| S. No. | Block | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deoghar Sadar | 32 | 32 | 64 |
| 2 | Mohanpur | 39 | 39 | 78 |
| 3 | Karon | 33 | 32 | 65 |
| 4 | Palojori | 23 | 24 | 47 |
| 5 | Sarath | 28 | 28 | 56 |
| 6 | Margomunda | 49 | 49 | 98 |
| 7 | Sarwan | 25 | 26 | 51 |
| 8 | Sinaraythari | 52 | 52 | 104 |
| 9 | Devipur | 16 | 15 | 31 |
| 10 | Madhupur Rural | 21 | 20 | 41 |
| Total | — | 318 | 317 | 635 |
Urban
| Urban Area | Technical Male | Technical Female | Non-Technical Male | Non-Technical Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deoghar Urban | 41 | 41 | 21 | 20 | 123 |
| Madhupur Urban | 27 | 28 | 14 | 14 | 83 |
| Total | 68 | 69 | 35 | 34 | 206 |
Note: The Urban Home Guard figures provided above total 206, which does not match the stated overall Urban Home Guard vacancy of 137. Please verify the official notification before publishing this table.
Physical Standards
| Category | Gender | Required Height | Required Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / BC | Male | 162 cm | 79 cm |
| SC / ST | Male | 157 cm | 76 cm |
| All Categories | Female | 148 cm | Not Applicable |
Note: The physical standards are the same for Rural and Urban Home Guard candidates. Candidates claiming relaxation in physical standards must submit a caste certificate issued by the competent authority.
Technical Eligibility (Urban)
| S. No. | Technical Field / Profession |
|---|---|
| 1 | Doctor |
| 2 | Engineer |
| 3 | Advocate |
| 4 | Professor |
| 5 | Nurse |
| 6 | Computer Operator |
| 7 | Typist |
| 8 | Licensed Driver (H.M.V./L.M.V.) |
| 9 | Cook |
| 10 | Carpenter |
| 11 | Cobbler |
| 12 | Washerman |
| 13 | Barber |
| 14 | Electrician |
| 15 | Gardener |
| 16 | Plumber |
| 17 | Etc. |
Note: The certificate related to technical proficiency must be issued by the competent authority.
Physical Examination – 1 Mile Race
| Candidate Category | Gender | Time | Marks / Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rural & Urban Non-Technical | Male | 5 minutes or less | 20 Marks |
| Rural & Urban Non-Technical | Male | More than 5 minutes up to 6 minutes | 10 Marks |
| Rural & Urban Non-Technical | Male | More than 6 minutes | Disqualified |
| Rural & Urban Non-Technical | Female | 8 minutes or less | 20 Marks |
| Rural & Urban Non-Technical | Female | More than 8 minutes up to 10 minutes | 10 Marks |
| Rural & Urban Non-Technical | Female | More than 10 minutes | Disqualified |
| Urban Technical | Male | 6 minutes or less | 20 Marks |
| Urban Technical | Male | More than 6 minutes up to 8 minutes | 10 Marks |
| Urban Technical | Male | More than 8 minutes | Disqualified |
| Urban Technical | Female | 8 minutes or less | 20 Marks |
| Urban Technical | Female | More than 8 minutes up to 12 minutes | 10 Marks |
| Urban Technical | Female | More than 12 minutes | Disqualified |
Note: Marks for High Jump, Long Jump and Shot Put will be awarded according to the separate standards applicable to Rural/Urban Non-Technical and Urban Technical candidates.
Written & Technical Tests
| Test Name | Applicable Candidates | Level / Details | Maximum Marks | Qualifying Marks | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi Writing Ability Test | Rural & Urban Home Guard | Rural: 7th Class Level Urban: 10th Class Level |
100 | 30 | Qualifying |
| Technical Proficiency Test | Urban Technical Home Guard Only | Technical proficiency as prescribed in the notification | 100 | 30 | Qualifying |
Important: Urban Technical Home Guard candidates must qualify in both the Physical Examination and Hindi Writing Ability Test before appearing for the Technical Proficiency Test. Passing the Technical Proficiency Test is mandatory; failure to qualify will result in cancellation of candidature.
Important Instructions
| S. No. | Important Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Only one application per candidate will be accepted. |
| 2 | A candidate can apply from only one Block/Urban Area. |
| 3 | Applying from more than one Block/Urban Area may result in cancellation of candidature at any stage. |
| 4 | All information in the online application must be filled in correctly and completely. |
| 5 | A recent colour photograph and signature must be uploaded. |
| 6 | All submitted certificates must be self-attested. |
| 7 | Providing incorrect information may lead to cancellation of candidature. |
| 8 | Urban Technical candidates must qualify the Technical Proficiency Test. |
| 9 | Examination date and venue will be announced later through newspapers. |
| 10 | All certificates must have been issued before the application date. |
| 11 | Recruitment-related information and results will be published on the NIC Deoghar website. |
| 12 | Providing false information may result in legal action under the relevant provisions of the BNS and cancellation of candidature at any stage. |
| 13 | The application period and advertisement may be modified if required. |
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Sports Bonus Marks
| Position | National Level | State Level |
|---|---|---|
| First | 6 Marks | 3 Marks |
| Second | 4 Marks | 2 Marks |
| Third | 2 Marks | 1 Mark |
Candidates who have received awards at the National or State Level in sports will receive additional marks.
Government Employee (Urban)
A limit has been fixed for enrolment of Government Employees up to 10% of the total Urban Home Guard vacancies.
Marks will be awarded based on educational qualification:
| Qualification | Marks |
|---|---|
| Post Graduation | 10 |
| Graduation | 8 |
| Intermediate | 6 |
| Matriculation | 4 |
Required Documents
| S. No. | Document Name | Applicable / Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Residential Certificate | All Candidates |
| 2 | Educational Qualification Certificate | All Candidates |
| 3 | Age / Date of Birth Certificate | All Candidates |
| 4 | Caste Certificate | If claiming applicable relaxation |
| 5 | Technical Certificate | Urban Technical Category |
| 6 | Sports Certificate | If claiming sports bonus marks |
| 7 | Identity Proof Details | Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence |
| 8 | Recent Colour Photograph | All Candidates |
| 9 | Signature | All Candidates |
Important Note: All certificates submitted with the application must have been issued before the date of application and must be self-attested.
How to Apply
- Visit the prescribed Recruitment Website.
- Open the Online Application link.
- Select the appropriate application for Rural Home Guard or Urban Home Guard.
- Enter all required Personal, Residential and Educational Details.
- Upload the required Certificates/Documents.
- Upload a recent Colour Photograph and Signature.
- Pay the ₹100 Application Fee through the Online Payment Gateway.
- Submit the Application Form finally.
- Keep a copy of the Submitted Application/Receipt for future reference.
Important: The notification specifies recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in for online application.
Mode of Selection
| Stage | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| 1 | Physical Examination |
| 2 | Hindi Writing Ability Test |
| 3 | Technical Proficiency Test – Urban Technical Candidates Only |
| 4 | Merit List |
| 5 | Document Verification |
| 6 | Medical Examination |
| 7 | Police Character Verification |
| 8 | Basic Training |
| 9 | Final Enrolment as Home Guard |
Selection Process:
Physical Examination → Hindi Writing Ability Test → Technical Test (Urban Technical Candidates Only) → Merit List → Document Verification → Medical Examination → Police Character Verification → Basic Training → Final Enrolment
After completion of all examinations, the merit list will be prepared according to the prescribed provisions. Selected candidates will undergo document verification, medical examination and police character verification. Candidates found suitable will undergo basic training, and after successful completion of training, they will be newly enrolled as Home Guards.
❓ Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026 – Important Questions & Answers (FAQs)
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Q1. How many vacancies are available in Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 772 vacancies are available, including 635 Rural Home Guard and 137 Urban Home Guard vacancies. -
Q2. What is the application fee?
Ans: The application fee is ₹100/-. -
Q3. What is the age limit?
Ans: The candidate must be 19 to 40 years old as on 01 January 2026. -
Q4. What is the educational qualification for Rural Home Guard?
Ans: The minimum qualification is Class 7th Pass. -
Q5. What is the educational qualification for Urban Home Guard?
Ans: The minimum qualification is Matriculation/10th Pass. -
Q6. Who can apply for Rural Home Guard?
Ans: The candidate must be a permanent resident of the same Block of Deoghar District from which he/she is applying. -
Q7. Are there separate Technical vacancies?
Ans: Yes. 50% of Urban Home Guard vacancies are earmarked for technically skilled candidates. -
Q8. Is the Hindi Writing Ability Test mandatory?
Ans: Yes. Candidates who qualify in the Physical Examination must appear for the Hindi Writing Ability Test. -
Q9. Is the Technical Test mandatory for all candidates?
Ans: No. It is applicable only to Urban Technical Home Guard candidates. -
Q10. What are the qualifying marks for the Hindi Writing Test?
Ans: The test carries 100 marks, with 30 marks as the qualifying marks. -
Q11. What is the minimum height requirement?
Ans: Male candidates from General/OBC/BC categories require 162 cm, male SC/ST candidates require 157 cm, and female candidates require 148 cm. -
Q12. Is Home Guard a regular government job?
Ans: No. According to the notification, the Home Defense Corps is a voluntary organization, and Home Guards are its voluntary members. They receive an allowance for the days they are deployed on duty at the rate prescribed by the Government. -
Q13. Can a candidate apply from more than one Block or Urban Area?
Ans: No. A candidate can apply from only one Block/Urban Area. -
Q14. When will the examination be conducted?
Ans: The date and venue of the Physical, Written and Technical Examinations will be announced later through newspapers. -
Q15. Where will the recruitment result be published?
Ans: Recruitment-related information and the Home Guard enrolment result will be published on the NIC Deoghar website. -
Q16. What is the selection process?
Ans: The selection process includes Physical Examination, Hindi Writing Ability Test, Technical Test for Urban Technical candidates, Merit List, Document Verification, Medical Examination, Police Character Verification and Basic Training, followed by final enrolment. -
Q17. How many vacancies are available for Rural Home Guard?
Ans: There are 635 Rural Home Guard vacancies. -
Q18. How many vacancies are available for Urban Home Guard?
Ans: There are 137 Urban Home Guard vacancies.