Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025 notification has been released for 737 posts in Dumka district. Eligible candidates can apply online for rural and urban Home Guard vacancies from 18 November 2025 to 21 December 2025. This is a volunteer-based opportunity under Jharkhand Home Defense Corps, not a salaried government job. Selection will be based on physical tests, Hindi writing exam, and technical skill evaluation for urban posts. Check full eligibility, age limit, and application process below.

To apply for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025, candidates must be permanent residents of Dumka district. For rural posts, minimum qualification is 7th pass, while for urban posts, 10th pass is required. Technical urban candidates must have relevant skill certifications. Age should be between 19 to 40 years as on 01 January 2025. Physical standards and Hindi writing test are mandatory for all. Selection will be based on merit after physical and skill evaluation.

Physical Test Criteria

All candidates applying for Jharkhand Home Guard 2025 must qualify the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This includes running, high jump, long jump, and shot put. Marks will be awarded based on performance. Separate criteria are defined for male and female candidates, and for technical vs non-technical urban posts. Candidates failing to meet minimum standards will be disqualified.

Jharkhand Home Guard Salary is not a fixed monthly pay but an honorarium paid for each day of duty. Since the Home Guard is a volunteer-based service, selected candidates will receive daily allowance as per government norms only for the days they are deployed. This is not a regular government job or livelihood source. Candidates must apply with a spirit of national service and dedication. The honorarium varies depending on duty type and duration, and is subject to Jharkhand government guidelines.

The Jharkhand Home Guard Selection Process includes multiple stages such as Physical Test, Hindi Writing Exam, and Technical Skill Test (for urban technical posts). Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final merit. The process is governed by Jharkhand Home Guard Rules 2014 and includes medical and police verification before final training and enrollment.

The Jharkhand Home Guard Exam Pattern includes a qualifying Hindi Writing Test and a Technical Skill Test for urban technical posts. The Hindi test is of 100 marks with 30 as qualifying score. Technical test also carries 100 marks. Physical test is scored separately and contributes to merit. Sports quota and education level may add bonus marks.

Jharkhand Home Guard Vacancy 2025 includes 737 posts across Dumka district. Out of these, 667 are for Rural Home Guards and 70 for Urban Home Guards. 50% seats are reserved for women candidates, with additional quota for widows/divorcees. Urban posts include technical and non-technical categories. Vacancies may vary based on final selection and court orders.

To apply for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025, candidates must visit the official website and fill the online application form between 18 November to 21 December 2025. Upload all required documents including photo, signature, certificates, and pay the fee online. Only one application per candidate is allowed. Read notification carefully before applying.

Q. What is the last date to apply for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025?

The last date to submit online application is 21 December 2025.

Q. What is the minimum qualification for Rural Home Guard?

Minimum qualification for Rural Home Guard is 7th Class Pass.

Q. Is Jharkhand Home Guard a permanent government job?

No, it is a volunteer-based service with honorarium paid only for duty days.

Q. What is the age limit for Jharkhand Home Guard posts?

Age must be between 19 to 40 years as on 01 January 2025.

Q. How will candidates be selected for Jharkhand Home Guard?

Selection will be based on Physical Test, Hindi Writing Exam, and Technical Skill Test (for urban technical posts).