Rural Home Guard; Urban Home Guard Recruitment 2026: 199 Posts

Jharkhand Home Guard (Jharkhand Grih Raksha Vahini), Bokaro has announced a recruitment drive for the posts of Rural Home Guard and Urban Home Guard with a total of 199 vacancies. The last date to apply for these positions is 11-12-2026.

Rural Home Guard; Urban Home Guard Recruitment 2026: 199 Posts: Overview

Important Dates

The application process for the recruitment will follow the timeline below.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay an application fee as detailed below.

Age Limit

The age limit for both posts is set between 19 to 40 years as on 01-01-2026. A self-attested copy of the date of birth certificate issued by the competent authority is required. The notice does not mention any age relaxation.

Vacancy Details

The total vacancies are divided between Rural Home Guards and Urban Home Guards as follows.

Eligibility and Educational Qualification

Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications for the respective posts. For Rural Home Guard, a minimum of 7th pass is required, while for Urban Home Guard, candidates must have passed Matric (10th). Additionally, candidates must be permanent residents of the respective block or urban area they are applying from, and a self-attested copy of the online residence certificate is necessary.

Salary and Pay Scale

The notification does not specify the salary or pay scale for the positions.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of several stages, including a physical test, Hindi writing ability test, technical proficiency test for technically skilled urban candidates, merit list preparation, medical examination, and police character verification, followed by basic training.

1. Physical Test
2. Hindi Writing Ability Test
3. Technical Proficiency Test (for Urban candidates only)
4. Merit List Preparation
5. Medical Examination
6. Police Character Verification
7. Basic Training

How to Apply

Candidates can apply online through the official website. The application process involves the following steps:

1. Visit the official website: recruitment.Jharkhand.gov.in
2. Fill in the online application form from 27 November 2026 to 11 December 2026.
3. Provide details of one ID proof: voter ID, driving license, PAN card, or Aadhaar card (Aadhaar preferred).
4. Upload self-attested certificates, a passport-size color photo, and a signature.
5. Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 through the online payment gateway.
6. Ensure all details are filled correctly according to eligibility.
7. Submit the application before the last date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can one candidate apply for more than one post?

No, candidates must submit separate applications for Rural and Urban Home Guard positions.

What documents are needed at verification?

Candidates need to provide a self-attested copy of their date of birth certificate, residence certificate, and any other relevant educational certificates.

Is there any age relaxation for SC/ST candidates?

The notice does not mention any age relaxation for SC/ST candidates.

Documents Required

• Date of birth certificate
• Residence certificate
• Self-attested educational certificates
• Passport-size color photo
• Signature
• ID proof (voter ID, driving license, PAN card, or Aadhaar card)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Applying under the wrong post category.
• Not uploading certificates issued before the last application date.
• Failing to pay the application fee.
• Using an incorrect photo size for the application.
• Missing to provide a self-attested copy of required documents.

मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में

• संस्था: झारखंड गृह रक्षक (झारखंड गृह रक्षा वाहिनी), बोकारो
• पद: ग्रामीण गृह रक्षक; शहरी गृह रक्षक
• कुल पद: 199
• योग्यता: ग्रामीण के लिए न्यूनतम 7वीं पास, शहरी के लिए न्यूनतम मैट्रिक (10वीं) पास
• आयु सीमा: 19 से 40 वर्ष
• अंतिम तिथि: 11-12-2026
• आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें