Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV) has announced the recruitment for the position of Home Guard (Grih Rakshak) with a total of 772 vacancies. The last date to apply online is 26 October 2026.
JGRV Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 772 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar |
| Post Name | Home Guard (Grih Rakshak) – Rural & Urban |
| Advt No | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 772 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Deoghar District, Jharkhand |
| Official Website | deoghar.nic.in |
Important Dates
The application process will begin and end on the following dates.
| Online application start date | 11 October 2026 |
| Online application last date | 26 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Physical Efficiency Test / Written & Technical Test dates and venue | To be announced later through newspapers |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay an application fee as detailed below.
| Application Fee | Rs. 100/- |
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 19 and 40 years of age as on 01 January 2026.
| Minimum Age | 19 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Vacancy Details
The following table outlines the vacancies available for both Rural and Urban Home Guard positions.
| Block | Male | Female | Total |
| 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 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Rural Home Guard position must be permanent residents of the same block in Deoghar district and provide a self-attested residence certificate. For the Urban Home Guard position, candidates must be ordinary residents of the urban area of Deoghar district, also supported by a self-attested residence certificate. The educational qualifications required are 7th pass for Rural Home Guards and 10th pass for Urban Home Guards.
| Post | Qualification |
| Rural Home Guard | 7th Pass |
| Urban Home Guard | 10th Pass |
Salary and Pay Scale
This position does not offer a fixed monthly salary.
| Salary / Pay Scale | Duty Allowance as per Government prescribed rates; no fixed monthly salary |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Hindi Writing Ability Test
- Technical Skill Test (for technically skilled Urban candidates)
- Merit List preparation
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Police Verification
- Basic Training & Enrolment
How to Apply
Candidates can follow these steps to apply online through the official website.
- Visit the official website: deoghar.nic.in
- Choose the correct application form for Rural or Urban Home Guard.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and identity details completely.
- Upload a recent colour photograph and signature as specified.
- Provide details of one identity document (Aadhaar Card preferred).
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the form before the deadline; application is final after fee payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the JGRV Home Guard Recruitment?
The last date to apply is 26 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
What is the application fee for the Home Guard posts?
The application fee is Rs. 100.
What is the age limit for applicants?
Candidates must be between 19 and 40 years of age as on 01 January 2026.
What is the selection process for the Home Guard recruitment?
The selection process includes a Physical Efficiency Test, Hindi Writing Ability Test, Technical Skill Test, and document verification among other stages.
How can I apply for the Home Guard positions?
Candidates can apply online through the official website deoghar.nic.in by following the application steps outlined in the notification.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: झारखंड गृह रक्षा वाहिनी (JGRV), देवघर
- पद: होमगार्ड (गृह रक्षक) – ग्रामीण और शहरी
- कुल पद: 772
- योग्यता: ग्रामीण होमगार्ड के लिए 7वीं पास; शहरी होमगार्ड के लिए 10वीं पास
- आयु सीमा: 19 से 40 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 26 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: आधिकारिक वेबसाइट पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
| JGRV Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 772 Posts – Important Links | |
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| Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here |
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