Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025: The Jharkhand Home Guard Department has published a recruitment drive for 737 Home Guard posts for Dumka district. Online applications open 18 November 2025 and close 21 December 2025. Rural posts (667) accept candidates with 7th-grade qualification; urban posts (70) require 10th-grade qualification. Apply only via the official portal: recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.

Vacancy snapshot

• Total posts: 737
  • Rural Home Guards: 667
  • Urban Home Guards: 70
• Posting area: Various blocks of Dumka district (Dumka Mufussil, Kathikund, Gopikandar, Shikaripara, Raneshwar, Masalia, Jama, Jarmundi, Saraiyahat, Ramgarh).
• Application window: 18 Nov 2025 – 21 Dec 2025 (apply online only).

Who can apply — Educational qualification & age

• Rural Home Guard: Minimum 7th pass. Preference for higher/relevant qualifications where applicable.
• Urban Home Guard: Minimum 10th pass. Preference for higher/relevant qualifications where applicable.
• Age limit: 19 to 40 years as on 1 January 2025. (Age relaxations, if any, will follow government rules — check the official notification.)

Selection process — What to expect

Selection is merit-based through multiple stages designed to test physical fitness, language ability and (for urban technical posts) technical skills:

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — All candidates must pass the physical exam. Details (events, standards, qualifying marks) will be in the official notification.
2. Hindi Writing Ability Test — Only candidates who clear the physical test proceed.
   • For rural posts: Hindi writing at 7th-grade level.
   • For urban posts: Hindi writing at 10th-grade level.
   • Marks: 100; minimum passing: 30.
3. Technical Proficiency Test — Only for Urban Technical Home Guard positions.
   • Marks: 100; minimum passing: 30.
4. Final Merit List — Based on combined performance. Shortlisted candidates will undergo medical and character verification, followed by training. Appointment follows successful completion of training and verification.

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How to apply (official route)

1. Visit the official recruitment portal: recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.
2. Click “Apply Online” or the recruitment link on the homepage.
3. Register as a new user (provide a valid email and mobile number).
4. Log in using the credentials sent to your email/phone.
5. Complete the application form with correct personal, educational and community details.
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents (ID, education certificates, passport photo, signature, category certificate if applicable).
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the portal’s payment gateway.
8. Carefully review all fields — incorrect or incomplete forms may be rejected.
9. Submit the form and download/print the submitted application for your records.

Documents commonly required (prepare these in advance)

• Photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Passport)
• Educational certificates (7th / 10th mark sheet & passing certificate)
• Caste/Category certificate (if applying under reserved category)
• Domicile/Residence certificate (if required)
• Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
• Any technical certificates (for urban technical posts)

Training, posting & pay

• Selected candidates will be posted in Dumka district blocks listed above.
• Recruitment includes medical & character verification followed by mandatory training.
• Pay scale, allowances and exact job duties will be specified in the official notification — verify those details on the recruitment portal.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Q — Where can I find the official notification?
A — On the official portal: recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in. Always download and read the full notification before applying.

Q — Can a 10th pass apply for rural posts?
A — Yes — rural posts require a minimum of 7th pass; higher qualifications (including 10th) typically are acceptable and may be preferred.

Q — What is the minimum passing score for written/technical tests?
A — For Hindi writing and technical tests the passing marks are 30 out of 100. Physical test criteria will be in the notification.

Q — Is offline application accepted?
A — No — applications are accepted online only through the official website.

Q — Who should I contact for application issues?
A — Use the contact details or helpline provided on the official recruitment portal.

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