Jharkhand Home Guard 2026: 772 Posts, Last Date 26 Oct 5 PM

What is open

Jharkhand has opened online applications for 772 Home Guard posts: 635 Rural Home Guard (Gramin) and 137 Urban Home Guard (Shahri). Applications opened on 11 October 2026, and the last date is 26 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.

You have two days. Apply today.

Key dates

Eligibility

• Rural Home Guard (Gramin): 7th pass
• Urban Home Guard (Shahri): 10th pass
• Age: 19 to 40 years, counted on 1 January 2026, with relaxation as per state rules

Fee

The fee is paid online. Check the amount on the portal during the form, since the notice sets it.

How to apply

1. Open the Jharkhand Home Guard recruitment page on recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.
2. Register with a mobile number and email address.
3. Select Rural or Urban Home Guard.
4. Fill personal, address and education details.
5. Upload photo, signature and certificates.
6. Pay the fee online and submit before 5:00 PM on 26 October 2026.

Important note on the job

Home Guard enrolment is a volunteer-style role. It is not a permanent salaried government post, and it is not a means of livelihood on its own. Read the terms in the notice before you apply, so you know what the role involves.

What to prepare

Home Guard selection in Jharkhand usually involves a physical test and document verification. Prepare:

• Running: a steady 1.6 km run in good time.
• Documents: marksheet, age proof, domicile certificate and caste certificate where needed.
• Physical fitness: push-ups, sit-ups and a daily walk to build stamina.

Documents checklist

• Marksheet for 7th pass (Rural) or 10th pass (Urban)
• Date of birth proof, such as a 10th certificate
• Domicile certificate
• Caste certificate, if you claim reservation
• Photo and signature in the portal's format

Common mistakes

• Using an older listing. Some listings show an April 2026 deadline from an earlier advertisement. Use the portal for the current dates.
• Paying the wrong fee. Check the fee amount on the portal form, since reports differ.
• Missing the 5 PM cut-off. The window closes at 5:00 PM on 26 October 2026, and servers can slow in the final hours.

Frequently asked questions

How many posts? 772: 635 Gramin and 137 Shahri.

When does it close? 26 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Who can apply? 7th pass for Gramin and 10th pass for Shahri, aged 19 to 40 on 1 January 2026.

Is it a permanent job? No. Check the notice for the terms.

Sources

Jharkhand Home Guard 2026 notice details reported by job and exam sites, read 24 October 2026. Confirm on recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in before applying.