The Jharkhand Griha Raksha Vahini (JGRV), Deoghar has released an official notification (Advt No. 01/2026) for the recruitment of Rural and Urban Home Guards (Grih Rakshak). A total of 772 vacancies have been announced for candidates residing in Deoghar district. Eligible and interested candidates who have passed 7th class (for Rural) or 10th class (for Urban) can apply online through the official Jharkhand recruitment portal. The online application link will be active from 11 October 2026 and the last date to apply online is 26 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | September 2026 |
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| Online Application Start Date | 11 October 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 October 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
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| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26 October 2026 |
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| Physical / Exam Date | To be notified soon |
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Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
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| SC / ST Candidates | ₹ 100/- |
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| Pay the application fee via online modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. |
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
| Minimum Age Limit | 19 Years |
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| Maximum Age Limit | 40 Years |
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| Age relaxation is applicable as per Jharkhand Home Guard Rules. |
Eligibility Criteria
| Rural Home Guard | Minimum 7th Class Pass. Must be a permanent resident of the respective block in Deoghar. |
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| Urban Home Guard | Minimum 10th Class (Matric) Pass. Must be an ordinary resident of the urban area of Deoghar. |
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| Must possess a valid self-attested residence certificate issued by the competent authority. |
Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| (A) Rural Home Guard Vacancies (Block-wise) |
| Block Name | Male | Female | Total Vacancies |
| 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 (Rural) | 318 | 317 | 635 Posts |
| (B) Urban Home Guard Vacancies |
| Urban Area | Male | Female | Total Vacancies |
| Deoghar Urban | 41 | 41 | 82 |
| Madhupur Urban | 27 | 28 | 55 |
| Total (Urban) | 68 | 69 | 137 Posts |
| Grand Total (Rural + Urban) | 772 Posts |
How to Apply Online for Deoghar Home Guard Recruitment 2026
Candidates interested in the Home Guard vacancy in Deoghar District must follow these steps to apply online:
- Read the official notification (Advt No. 01/2026) to check the physical standards, educational qualifications, and residency requirements.
- Visit the official recruitment portal of Jharkhand at recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in between 11 October 2026 and 26 October 2026.
- Select the correct application form link (separate forms exist for Rural Home Guard and Urban Home Guard).
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and identity details correctly, as partial entries will lead to rejection.
- Provide details of one valid identity document (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or PAN Card - Aadhaar is preferred).
- Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph and your signature as per the specified dimensions.
- Pay the application fee of ₹ 100/- through the online payment gateway. Note that the application is considered final only after successful fee payment.
- Submit the form before the deadline of 26 October 2026 (05:00 PM) and take a printout of the final application form for future reference and physical test rounds.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
