Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar
— Home Department, Government of Jharkhand
📍 Jharkhand
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Executive Summary & Key Facts
Verified Fact Sheet
The Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar has issued an official recruitment notification for Home Guard (Rural & Urban), announcing a total of 772 vacancies located in Jharkhand. The online application window opens on 11 October 2026 and closes on 26 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Rural Home Guard: minimum 7th pass. Urban Home Guard: minimum 10th pass. Technical Urban candidates must also have relevant technical skill and certificate where applicable. and be within the prescribed age limit of 19 to 40 years as on 2026-01-01., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Voluntary enrolment; no fixed monthly salary. Duty allowance is paid at government-prescribed rates only for days actually deployed.. The selection procedure comprises Physical Efficiency Test, Hindi Writing Ability Test, Technical Skill Test for technical urban posts, merit list, document verification, medical examination, police verification, and training.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026 Overview
Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for Home Guard enrolment in Deoghar district. A total of 772 vacancies have been announced for Rural and Urban Home Guard posts. This is a voluntary enrolment, not a salaried government job. Selected candidates receive duty allowance only for the days they are deployed on duty.
| Organization | Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar |
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| Post Name | Home Guard (Rural & Urban) |
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| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
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| Total Vacancies | 772 |
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| Application Mode | Online |
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| Job Location | Deoghar District, Jharkhand |
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| Start Date | 2026-10-11 |
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| Last Date | 2026-10-26 |
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Vacancy Details
Rural Home Guard
| Block | Male | Female | Total |
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| Deoghar Sadar | 32 | 32 | 64 |
| Mohanpur | 39 | 39 | 78 |
| Karon | 33 | 32 | 65 |
| Palojori | 23 | 24 | 47 |
| Sarath | 28 | 28 | 56 |
| Margomunda | 49 | 49 | 98 |
| Sarwan | 25 | 26 | 51 |
| Senarayadhari | 52 | 52 | 104 |
| Devipur | 16 | 15 | 31 |
| Madhupur Rural | 21 | 20 | 41 |
| Total | 318 | 317 | 635 |
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Urban Home Guard
| Urban Area | Male | Female | Technical | Non-Technical | Total |
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| Deoghar Urban | 41 | 41 | 21 / 20 | 20 / 21 | 82 |
| Madhupur Urban | 27 | 28 | 14 / 14 | 13 / 14 | 55 |
| Total | 68 | 69 | 35 / 34 | 33 / 35 | 137 |
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Eligibility Criteria
Residence: Rural applicants must be permanent residents of the same Deoghar block they apply for. Urban applicants must be ordinary residents of the relevant urban area of Deoghar district.
Age Limit: 19 to 40 years as on 2026-01-01.
Educational Qualification: Rural Home Guard: minimum 7th pass. Urban Home Guard: minimum 10th pass.
Technical Urban Posts: Candidates must have relevant technical skill or trade knowledge and supporting certificate where applicable.
Physical Standards
| Category | Male Height | Male Chest | Female Height |
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| General/OBC/BC | 162 cm | 79 cm | 148 cm |
| ST/SC | 157 cm | 76 cm | 148 cm |
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 100, payable online through the official portal. The form is treated as complete only after successful fee payment.
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted through Physical Efficiency Test, Hindi Writing Ability Test, and for technical urban candidates, a Technical Skill Test. After that, merit list, document verification, medical examination, police verification, and training will follow.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Hindi Writing Ability Test
- Technical Skill Test for technical urban posts only
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Police Verification
- Basic Training and Enrolment
Physical Efficiency Test Pattern
Rural and Non-Technical Urban Candidates
| Test | Male | Female |
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| 1 Mile Race | 20 marks for 5 min or less; 10 marks for 5-6 min; disqualified above 6 min | 20 marks for 8 min or less; 10 marks for 8-10 min; disqualified above 10 min |
| High Jump | 5 marks from 4 ft, up to 10 marks for 5 ft and above | 5 marks from 3 ft, up to 10 marks for 4 ft and above |
| Long Jump | 5 marks from 12 ft, up to 10 marks for 16 ft and above | 5 marks from 9 ft, up to 10 marks for 13 ft and above |
| Shot Put | 16 lb, minimum 16 ft | 10 lb, minimum 10 ft |
Technically Skilled Urban Candidates
| Test | Male | Female |
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| 1 Mile Race | 20 marks for 6 min or less; 10 marks for 6-8 min; disqualified above 8 min | 20 marks for 8 min or less; 10 marks for 8-12 min; disqualified above 12 min |
| High Jump | 5 marks from 3.5 ft, up to 10 marks for 4 ft and above | 5 marks from 2.5 ft, up to 10 marks for 3 ft and above |
| Long Jump | 5 marks from 9 ft, up to 10 marks for 10 ft and above | 5 marks from 6 ft, up to 10 marks for 7 ft and above |
| Shot Put | 16 lb, minimum 12 ft | 10 lb, minimum 8 ft |
Important Notes
- Only one application is allowed per candidate.
- A candidate may apply for only one block or one urban area.
- All certificates must be issued before the application date and must be self-attested.
- Incorrect information can lead to cancellation at any stage.
- Results and notices will be published on the official district website and NIC Deoghar website.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official recruitment portal.
- Select the correct form for Rural Home Guard or Urban Home Guard.
- Fill in personal, educational, and identity details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Enter one valid identity document such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or PAN.
- Pay the Rs. 100 fee online.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Required Documents
- Government photo ID
- Educational certificates
- Residence certificate
- Age proof
- Technical certificate, if applicable
- Category certificate, if claiming relaxation
- Recent photograph and signature
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are available in Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
There are 772 vacancies in total, including 635 Rural and 137 Urban posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 2026-10-26 up to 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification for Rural and Urban posts?
Rural candidates need 7th pass, while Urban candidates need 10th pass.
Q4. Is this a salaried government job?
No. It is voluntary enrolment, and Home Guards receive duty allowance only when deployed.
Apply through the official recruitment portal at recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in. Choose the correct form for Rural or Urban Home Guard, fill in personal and educational details, upload the required photo and signature, enter a valid ID proof, pay the Rs. 100 fee online, and submit the form before 2026-10-26 5:00 PM. Keep the confirmation page for reference.
