Government Jobs | Results | Admit Cards
Home Latest Notifications Education GamesDownload Mobile APP
Join Whatsapp Play Fun GamesUpdated March 31, 2026 5:21 PMMarch 31, 2026 05:21 PM
by Sivasankari Sekar
As Preferred Source Join us Add as a preferred source on GoogleJharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released under Advertisement No. 01/2026 for new enrollment of Home Guards (Grih Rakshak) in Deoghar district of Jharkhand. A total of 772 vacancies have been announced (Rural Grih Rakshak: 634 + Urban Grih Rakshak: 138).
10M+Users 100+Jobs/day FreeAlways⚡ Get Custom Govt Job Alerts - Alerts by Qualification, State and Interest.
Set Free Alerts ● Free · No spam · Unsubscribe anytime · freejobalert.com50% posts are reserved for women in both categories. Out of women-reserved posts, 5% are further reserved for divorced/separated/widowed women. Candidates aged 19 to 40 years (as on 01.01.2026) who are permanent residents of Deoghar district with minimum 7th pass (Rural) or Matric (10th) pass (Urban) qualification can apply. Online applications for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026 will be accepted through the JAP-IT portal. Application fee is ₹200/-.
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully to check post-wise vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, physical standards, selection process, duties & responsibilities, and other important instructions before applying online. The direct links to download the official notification PDF and apply online are provided below in this article.
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
Advertisement No. 01/2026 has been published for new enrollment of Home Guards (Grih Rakshak) in Deoghar district. Candidates should thoroughly read the official advertisement to check vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, physical standards, selection methodology, and detailed instructions.
| Document | Download Link |
|---|---|
| Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 |
| Organisation | Jharkhand Grih Raksha Vahini, Deoghar |
| Post Name | Grih Rakshak (Home Guard) – Rural & Urban |
| Total Vacancies | 772 |
| Nature of Engagement | Voluntary (Honorarium as per government rate per duty day) |
| Essential Qualification | Rural: Minimum 7th Pass Urban: Minimum Matric (10th) Pass |
| Age Limit | 19–40 years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online only (through JAP-IT portal) |
| Application Fee | ₹200/- (Non-refundable) |
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 – Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Rural Grih Rakshak | Urban Grih Rakshak | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Posts | 634 | 138 | 772 |
Note: 50% posts reserved for women in both categories. 5% of women-reserved posts reserved for divorced/separated/widowed women.
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility | 01 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 30-03-2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 30-04-2026 |
| Physical / Written / Technical Test Date | To be notified later through newspapers |
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Residential Qualification
- Rural Grih Rakshak: Candidate must be a permanent resident of the concerned block of Deoghar district from where he/she is applying.
- Urban Grih Rakshak: Candidate must be a general resident of the urban area of Deoghar district.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026): 19 to 40 years.
Educational Qualification
- Rural Grih Rakshak: Minimum 7th Pass.
- Urban Grih Rakshak: Minimum Matric (10th) Pass.
Physical Standards (same for both Rural & Urban)
| Measurement | Male (General/OBC/BC) | Male (SC/ST) | Female (All Categories) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 162 cm | 157 cm | 148 cm |
| Chest | 79 cm (General/OBC/BC) 76 cm (SC/ST) | - | - |
Technical Proficiency (only for Urban Technical Grih Rakshak candidates): Candidate must possess skill in any technical field and should have worked/self-employed with technical knowledge in any office. Technical fields include: Doctor, Engineer, Advocate, Teacher, Nurse, Computer Operator, Driver (H.M.V./L.M.V.), Cook, Carpenter, Cobbler, Washerman, Barber, Electrician, Gardener, Plumber, etc.
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 Remuneration
Fixed honorarium as per government rates for the number of duty days performed.
Note: This is not a regular salaried government job or means of livelihood. It is a voluntary service organisation.
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
₹200/- (to be paid online through payment gateway at the time of submission).
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be done through the following stages:
- Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying + Merit)
- Hindi Writing Ability Test (Qualifying, 100 marks, minimum 30 marks)
- Technical Proficiency Test (only for Urban Technical candidates – Qualifying, 100 marks, minimum 30 marks)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
- Basic Training (after selection)
Physical Efficiency Test Details
For Rural / Non-Technical Urban Grih Rakshak
| Test | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Running (1 Mile) | 05 min or less → 20 marks 05–06 min → 10 marks More than 06 min → Disqualified | 08 min or less → 20 marks 08–10 min → 10 marks More than 10 min → Disqualified |
| High Jump | Minimum 4 ft → 5 marks 4'–4'3" → 6 marks 4'3"–4'6" → 7 marks 4'6"–4'9" → 8 marks 4'9"–5' → 9 marks 5' & above → 10 marks | Minimum 3 ft → 5 marks 3'–3'3" → 6 marks 3'3"–3'6" → 7 marks 3'6"–3'9" → 8 marks 3'9"–4' → 9 marks 4' & above → 10 marks |
| Long Jump | Minimum 12 ft → 5 marks 12'–13' → 6 marks 13'–14' → 7 marks 14'–15' → 8 marks 15'–16' → 9 marks 16' & above → 10 marks | Minimum 9 ft → 5 marks 9'–10' → 6 marks 10'–11' → 7 marks 11'–12' → 8 marks 12'–13' → 9 marks 13' & above → 10 marks |
| Shot Put | 16 lb – Minimum 16 ft → 10 marks | 10 lb – Minimum 16 ft → 10 marks |
For Urban Technical Grih Rakshak (relaxed standards) Slightly relaxed physical standards as mentioned in the notification.
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Visit the official JAP-IT website (link will be provided in local newspapers).
- Register and fill the online application form separately for Rural or Urban Grih Rakshak.
- Upload recent colour photograph, signature, domicile certificate, educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee of ₹200/- online.
- Submit the application and take printout of the submitted form & payment receipt for future reference.
- One candidate can submit only one application. Multiple applications will be rejected.
Jharkhand Home Guard Home Guard Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Join Arattai Channel: Click Here
- Join Telegram Channel: Click Here
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
- Sarkari Result: Click Here
- Download Mobile App: Click Here
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
Q1. What is Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026?
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026 is a district‑level enrollment drive under Advertisement No. 01/2026 for 772 Home Guard (Grih Rakshak) posts in rural and urban areas of Deoghar district.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar 2026?
A total of 772 vacancies have been notified, including 634 posts for Rural Home Guard (Grih Rakshak) and 138 posts for Urban Home Guard (Grih Rakshak) in Deoghar district of Jharkhand.
Q3. What are the online application dates for Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Vacancy 2026 are being accepted from 30 March 2026 to 30 April 2026 through the JAP‑IT recruitment portal.
Q4. What is the eligibility criteria for Jharkhand Rural and Urban Home Guard Deoghar 2026?
For Rural Home Guard, candidates must be permanent residents of the concerned block of Deoghar with minimum Class 7th pass, while Urban Home Guard applicants must be residents of Deoghar urban area with at least Matric (10th) pass qualification.
Q5. What is the age limit for Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026?
The age limit for Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar 2026 is 19 to 40 years as on 01 January 2026 for all categories, as specified in the official advertisement.
Q6. How is reservation applied in Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar 2026?
In Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Vacancy 2026, 50 percent of the posts in both rural and urban categories are reserved for women, and 5 percent of these women‑reserved posts are further reserved for divorced, separated or widowed women, along with category‑wise reservation as per Jharkhand government rules.
Q7. What are the physical standards for Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Recruitment 2026?
The minimum height requirement is 162 cm for General/OBC/BC males, 157 cm for SC/ST males and 148 cm for all female candidates, with minimum chest measurement of 79 cm (76 cm for SC/ST) for male candidates only.
Q8. What is the selection process for Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar 2026?
The selection process includes Physical Efficiency Test, Hindi Writing Ability Test, Technical Proficiency Test for urban technical posts, followed by document verification, medical examination and basic training for finally selected candidates.
Q9. What is the application fee for Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar Online Form 2026?
Candidates have to pay a non‑refundable application fee of ₹200 online through the JAP‑IT portal at the time of submitting the Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar application form.
Q10. Is Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar 2026 a regular government job with salary?
Jharkhand Home Guard Deoghar engagement is voluntary and Home Guards receive fixed honorarium as per government rates for duty days, but it is not a regular salaried government job or a guaranteed means of livelihood.
About the Author
As a recruitment lead writer & editor, I focus on delivering accurate, authentic, and valuable job-related information to our readers. Sourcing updates from official government and institutional channels and analyzing them to present clear, reliable guidance is a key part of my role. I bring over five years of experience in professional content writing, including more than two and a half years specializing in recruitment, education, and career-focused content.
...Read More
Discuss This Job
Leave a Comment