harkhand Home Defense Corps, Godda has officially announced Home Guard Recruitment 2026 for 446 posts. Candidates who have passed 7th (Rural) or 10th (Urban) can apply online from 20 December 2025 to 30 January 2026 through the official website recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.
This recruitment includes Rural and Urban Home Guard posts across different blocks of Godda district. Interested candidates should check eligibility, physical standards, and selection process before applying.
Recruitment Overview
-
Organization: Jharkhand Home Defense Corps, Godda
-
Post Name: Home Guard
-
Total Vacancies: 446
-
Qualification: 7th / 10th Pass
-
Age Limit: 19 to 40 Years
-
Application Mode: Online
-
Official Website: recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in
Vacancy Details
-
Rural Home Guard: 421 Posts
-
Urban Home Guard: 25 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
-
Residence:
-
Rural: Permanent resident of the applied block in Godda
-
Urban: Resident of Godda urban area
-
-
Education:
-
Rural: Minimum 7th Pass
-
Urban: Minimum 10th Pass
-
-
Physical Standards:
-
Male Height: 162 cm (157 cm for SC/ST)
-
Female Height: 148 cm
-
Male Chest: 79 cm (76 cm for SC/ST)
-
Application Fee
-
UR / BC-I / BC-II: ₹200
-
SC / ST: ₹100
Selection Process
-
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Run, Jump & Shot Put
-
Hindi Writing Test (Qualifying)
-
Technical Test (Urban Technical Candidates only)
-
Bonus Marks for sports achievements & higher qualifications
How to Apply
-
Choose Rural or Urban Home Guard (apply separately if eligible)
-
Fill the online form carefully
-
Upload required documents
-
Submit before 30 January 2026
FAQs – Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026
Q1. Who can apply for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who are 7th or 10th pass and permanent residents of Godda district can apply.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to apply is 30 January 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for Home Guard posts?
Applicants must be between 19 to 40 years as on 01-01-2025.
Q4. Is there any written exam?
There is no competitive written exam. Selection is mainly based on physical tests and a qualifying Hindi writing test.
Q5. Can women apply for this recruitment?
Yes, 50% of the posts are reserved for women, including special reservation for widows and divorced women.
Q6. Where can I apply for Jharkhand Home Guard jobs?
You can apply only through the official website: recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in