Candidates seeking an opportunity to serve in public safety and disaster response in Jharkhand have received welcome news. The Jharkhand Home Defence Corps (Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini), Latehar, has published official advertisement Advt. No. 01/2026 for the Jharkhand Home Guard Vacancy 2026.

This recruitment drive invites eligible local residents to enroll across 457 volunteer positions, divided into 446 Rural Home Guard posts across diverse community blocks and 11 Urban Home Guard posts within Latehar district. The educational qualification is accessible—ranging from Class 7th pass for rural roles to Class 10th (Matriculation) pass for urban roles. The online registration portal opens on 17 November 2026 and will accept submissions until 01 December 2026 on the unified state portal recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.

Quick Summary: Jharkhand Home Guard Vacancy 2026

Important Dates for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026

Candidates must keep track of the following timeline to complete registration and physical test preparations:

Vacancy Breakup: Rural vs. Urban Home Guard (457 Posts)

The 457 slots under Jharkhand Home Guard Vacancy 2026 are split between rural blocks and urban municipality areas:

Gender Reservation: In accordance with Jharkhand Home Guard regulations, 50% of total seats are reserved for female candidates, ensuring significant representation in local community security.

Remuneration & Nature of Service

It is vital for candidates applying for the Jharkhand Home Guard Vacancy 2026 to understand the service terms:

1. Voluntary Service Framework: Home Guards operate as an auxiliary volunteer force supporting local police in law and order, election oversight, crowd control, and emergency rescue operations.
2. Daily Duty Allowance: Whenever deployed on duty by the district administration or police department, enrolled personnel receive government-prescribed daily duty allowances (historically matching state police constable daily wage scales, approximately ₹500/- to ₹800/- per duty day).
3. Training & Perks: Selected candidates undergo foundational physical and disaster management training and are awarded an official Home Guard enrolment certificate upon completion.

Eligibility Criteria for Jharkhand Home Guard Vacancy 2026

1. Domicile & Residential Requirements

• Rural Candidates: The applicant must be a permanent resident of the specific rural block of Latehar district where they are applying. A valid Block Resident / Domicile Certificate issued by an authorized Circle Officer (CO) or SDO is mandatory.
• Urban Candidates: Must be a permanent resident of the municipal/urban area of Latehar district.

2. Educational Qualifications

• Rural Home Guard: Must have passed at least Class 7th examination from a recognized school or educational board.
• Urban Home Guard: Must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized state or central board. Technical specialists (drivers, electricians, mechanics) must also present relevant vocational certificates.

3. Age Restrictions (Calculated as on 01 January 2026)

• Minimum Age: 19 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years
• Candidates must have their date of birth between 01.01.1986 and 01.01.2007.

Physical Measurement Standards (PMT)

Applicants must meet the physical measurement benchmarks outlined below:

1. Height Requirements

• Male Candidates (General / BC / OBC): Minimum 162 cm
• Male Candidates (SC / ST): Minimum 157 cm
• Female Candidates (All Categories): Minimum 148 cm

2. Chest Measurements (Male Candidates Only)

• General / BC / OBC Males: Minimum 79 cm (Unexpanded)
• SC / ST Males: Minimum 76 cm (Unexpanded)
• (Chest measurement is not applicable for female candidates).

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Scoring Scheme

Candidates who clear height and chest verifications proceed to the Physical Efficiency Test:

1. Running Event (1 Mile / ~1.6 Kilometres)

• Male Candidates:
  • Completed in 5 minutes or less: 20 Marks
  • Completed between 5 to 6 minutes: 10 Marks
  • Taking more than 6 minutes: Disqualified
• Female Candidates:
  • Completed in 8 minutes or less: 20 Marks
  • Completed between 8 to 10 minutes: 10 Marks
  • Taking more than 10 minutes: Disqualified

2. High Jump

• Male: Minimum 4 Feet (Higher jumps grant extra performance marks up to 5 feet).
• Female: Minimum 3 Feet (Extra marks awarded up to 4 feet).

3. Long Jump

• Male: Minimum 12 Feet (Progressive marks awarded up to 16 feet).
• Female: Minimum 9 Feet (Progressive marks awarded up to 13 feet).

4. Shot Put Throw

• Male Candidates (16-Pound Shot): Minimum throw of 16 Feet.
• Female Candidates (10-Pound Shot): Minimum throw of 10 Feet.

Application Fee & Payment Mode

The non-refundable fee of ₹100/- must be paid directly through the online payment gateway integrated with the recruitment portal.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online at recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in

Follow this straightforward procedure to submit your online application:

1. Visit the Government Portal: Open your browser and navigate to the official Jharkhand recruitment portal at recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.
2. Account Creation: Click on “Online Application for Latehar Home Guard Recruitment (Advt 01/2026)” and register with your mobile number and active email ID.
3. Fill Application Details: Select your application category (Rural or Urban) and your specific block. Fill in your name, father’s name, permanent residential address, and academic qualifications (Class 7th or 10th details).
4. Upload Scanned Copies:
   • Recent passport-size colour photograph (clean plain background).
   • Scanned copy of signature on white paper.
   • Educational mark sheet / certificate (Class 7th school transfer certificate or Class 10th mark sheet).
   • Residential Domicile Certificate proving residency in Latehar district / block.
   • Caste Certificate (if claiming height/chest relaxations).
5. Fee Payment: Verify your entered details on the preview screen and pay the ₹100/- application fee online.
6. Print Application: Download and retain a printed copy of your submitted application form for the physical test call-up.

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