Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts

Home Guard Department Dumka (HGD)
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Overview

Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa has released a notification for the recruitment of 810 Home Guard posts. Both Rural and Urban Home Guard vacancies are available, with eligibility criteria based on education and district residential requirements. The online application window opens on 26 December 2025 and closes on 24 January 2026. Interested candidates are advised to apply online through the official Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa portal.

Total Vacancies

810

Age Limit

19y - 40y

Age Details

Age Details

  • Minimum Age Limit: 19 Years
  • Maximum Age Limit: 40 Years

Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.

Eligibility

Eligibility Details

Residential Qualification

  • Rural Home Guard: Must be a permanent resident of the block in Garhwa district from which applying.
  • Urban Home Guard: Must be a general resident of the urban area in Garhwa district.

Educational Qualification

  • Rural Home Guard: Minimum 7th Pass
  • Urban Home Guard: Minimum 10th (Matric) Pass

Physical Standards

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

Technical Qualification (Only for Technical Urban Home Guard)

  • Proficiency in technical fields such as electrician, firefighter, driver, teacher, nurse, computer operator, etc.

Note: The Rural and Urban posts have different educational requirements and physical standards as outlined above.

Important Dates

Application Start

26/12/25

Application End

24/01/26

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Online Application Start Date: 26-12-2025
  • Online Application Last Date: 24-01-2026

Original publication and update information are retained as provided in the source.

Application Fees

Application Fee

  • ₹100 (payable online through the portal)

How to Apply

Additional Instructions

  • Apply online only through the official portal. No offline or postal applications will be accepted.
  • Upload self-attested passport-size photo, signature, and required certificates during registration.
  • Ensure you meet the residential, educational, and physical standards before applying.
  • Verify all information before submitting the application and payment of the fee.
  • Keep a copy of the acknowledgement or application ID for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts"?

The "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts" is conducted by the Home Guard Department Dumka (HGD).

How many vacancies are there for "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts"?

There are a total of 810 vacancies available for "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts".

What is the age limit for "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts"?

The age limit for "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts" is between 19 and 40 years. Please refer to the age details section for specific relaxation rules.

When do applications for "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts" start?

Applications for "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts" begin on 26/12/25.

What is the last date to apply for "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts"?

The deadline to apply for "Jharkhand Home Guard Corps Garhwa Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 810 Home Guard Posts" is 24/01/26.

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