The Jharkhand Home Defence Corps (झारखण्ड गृह रक्षा वाहिनी), Bokaro has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 inviting online applications for fresh enrolment of 199 Home Guard (गृह रक्षक) volunteers across Rural and Urban jurisdictions of Bokaro district.

This recruitment drive includes 111 Rural Home Guard positions distributed across 9 blocks and 88 Urban Home Guard vacancies (comprising both technical and non-technical roles). Eligible permanent residents of Bokaro who have passed Class 7th or Class 10th can submit their online forms under Bokaro Home Guard Recruitment 2026 between 27 November 2026 and 11 December 2026 on the official Jharkhand Recruitment Portal.

(Note: Home Guard enrolment is a voluntary service organization for a 4-year bond period, where enrolled volunteers receive government-prescribed daily duty allowances whenever deputed for duty.)

Bokaro Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

Important Dates for Bokaro Home Guard Vacancy 2026

Mark these essential dates so you do not miss the Bokaro Home Guard Recruitment 2026 online registration window:

Block-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy Details (199 Posts)

Under Bokaro Home Guard Recruitment 2026, 50% of all seats in both Rural and Urban divisions are reserved for female candidates (including a 5% sub-quota for divorced, abandoned, or widowed women). Additionally, 50% of Urban Home Guard seats are earmarked for Technically Skilled candidates.

1. Rural Home Guard Vacancies (111 Posts)

2. Urban Home Guard Vacancies (88 Posts)

Note: Rural applicants can only apply from the specific block where they hold permanent domicile. Applying from multiple blocks or non-domicile blocks leads to immediate disqualification.

Eligibility Criteria for Bokaro Home Guard Recruitment 2026

Before submitting your form, verify that you fulfill the residency, academic, age, and physical criteria prescribed in Notification 01/2026:

1. Educational Qualification

• Rural Home Guard: Minimum 7th Class Pass from a recognized school.
• Urban Home Guard: Minimum 10th Class (Matriculation) Pass from a recognized board.
• Technical Urban Home Guard: Must possess valid working/self-employment skill certificates in fields such as Doctor, Engineer, Advocate, Teacher, Nurse, Computer Operator, Typist, Licensed Driver (HMV/LMV), Cook, Carpenter, Washerman, Cobbler, Barber, Electrician, Gardener, Plumber, or Fireman.

2. Domicile (Residential) Requirement

• Rural: Candidate must be a permanent resident of the exact Bokaro Block applied for (supported by an online Jharkhand State Residential Certificate).
• Urban: Candidate must be a regular resident of the Bokaro Urban Area.

3. Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)

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

4. Physical Standards (PST – Common for Rural & Urban)

Selection Process & Physical Test (PET) Marks Breakdown

Under Bokaro Home Guard Recruitment 2026, merit is decided strictly through Physical Efficiency Test (PET) scores plus applicable Sports / Govt Service bonus marks, followed by qualifying tests:

1. Stage 1: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (Merit Scoring)
2. Stage 2: Hindi Writing Ability Test (Qualifying: 100 Marks, Minimum 30 to Pass; 7th level for Rural, 10th level for Urban)
3. Stage 3: Technical Efficiency Test (Only for Technical Urban candidates; Qualifying: 100 Marks, Pass: 30)
4. Stage 4: Medical Examination & Police Character Verification

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Scoring Chart

A. Rural & Non-Technical Urban Home Guard

B. Technical Skilled Urban Home Guard

Extra Bonus Marks (Sports & Govt Employees)

• Sports Certificate Holders:
  • National Level: 1st Place (6 Marks), 2nd Place (4 Marks), 3rd Place (2 Marks).
  • State Level: 1st Place (3 Marks), 2nd Place (2 Marks), 3rd Place (1 Mark).
• Serving Govt Employees (10% Quota in Urban Posts, NOC Required):
  • Post-Graduate: 10 Marks | Graduate: 8 Marks | Intermediate (12th): 6 Marks | Matric (10th): 4 Marks.

Application Fee

• All Categories (General / OBC / SC / ST / Female): ₹100/-
• Payment Mode: Online Payment Gateway on http://recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in. Applications without fee payment will not be accepted.

How to Apply Online for Bokaro Home Guard Recruitment 2026

Eligible residents of Bokaro can complete their registration online by following these steps:

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to http://recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in between 27 November and 11 December 2026.
2. Select Advertisement: Choose Bokaro District Home Guard Enrolment (Advt 01/2026) and pick either Rural (select specific Block) or Urban (Tech/Non-Tech).
3. Register & Fill Form: Enter personal details, Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN/DL number (Aadhaar preferred), permanent address, and academic marks.
4. Upload Self-Attested Documents:
   • Recent Color Passport Photo & Signature.
   • Online Jharkhand Domicile / Residential Certificate.
   • Caste Certificate (for SC/ST physical/category relaxations).
   • Class 7th / Class 10th Marksheet & Certificate.
   • Technical Skill / Work Experience / Sports / Widow or Divorcee Certificate (if applicable).
5. Pay Application Fee: Pay ₹100/- via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
6. Print Confirmation: Submit the form and download the final receipt for future Physical Test and Document Verification.

For technical issues while applying, candidates can email JAP-IT Ranchi at Jharkhand.recruitment@rediffmail.com or contact the District Commandant Office, Bokaro / NIC Bokaro.

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