Jharkhand Home Defense Corps (Home Guard), Latehar has published an official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. 01/2026) to fill 457 vacancies for Rural and Urban Home Guards in Latehar district. Out of these, 446 openings are for Rural Home Guards spread over 10 blocks (Latehar, Chandwa, Balumath, Bariyatu, Herhanj, Manika, Barwadih, Mahuadanr, Garu, Saryu) and 11 vacancies are for Urban Home Guards (Technical and Non-Technical). Candidates who are eligible with Class 7th Pass (for Rural) or Class 10th / Matric Pass (for Urban) credentials and valid local domicile proofs may apply online via recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in starting from 17 November 2026 up to 01 December 2026.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026 |
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| Notification Release Date | 30 October 2026 |
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| Online Application Start Date | 17 November 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 01 December 2026 |
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| Last Date for Fee Payment | 01 December 2026 |
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| Physical Test (PET / PMT) Date | To be notified soon |
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Application Fee
| All Candidates | Rs. 100/- |
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| Payment Mode | Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI through the official portal payment gateway. |
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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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| Candidate must submit a self-attested copy of their date of birth proof / matriculation certificate issued by a competent authority. |
Physical Standards (PMT)
| Height | Male (General / OBC / BC): 162 cm Male (SC / ST): 157 cm Female (All Categories): 148 cm |
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| Chest (Male Candidates Only) | General / OBC / BC: 79 cm (Normal) SC / ST: 76 cm (Normal) |
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Latehar Home Guard Vacancy 2026: Total 457 Posts
| Domicile | Must be a permanent resident of the concerned block in Latehar District where applying (Latehar, Chandwa, Balumath, Bariyatu, Herhanj, Manika, Barwadih, Mahuadanr, Garu, Saryu). |
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| Educational Qualification | Minimum Class 7th Pass from a recognized school. |
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| Block Breakdown | Saryu (110), Herhanj (50), Garu (41), Barwadih (39), Chandwa (38), Mahuadanr (37), Bariyatu (36), Latehar (33), Balumath (32), Manika (30). |
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| Domicile | Must be a resident of the Urban area of Latehar District. |
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| Educational Qualification | Minimum Class 10th / Matriculation Pass from a recognized board. |
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| Domicile | Must be a resident of the Urban area of Latehar District. |
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| Educational Qualification | Minimum Class 10th / Matriculation Pass from a recognized board. |
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| Technical Skill | Proficiency / certificate in relevant fields (Computer Operator, Typist, Nurse, Driver with HMV/LMV license, Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter, etc.). |
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Selection Criteria
| 1. One Mile Run (1600 Meters) | Rural & Urban Non-Technical Male: 5 minutes or less (20 Marks), 5 to 6 minutes (10 Marks), above 6 minutes (Disqualified). Rural & Urban Non-Technical Female: 8 minutes or less (20 Marks), 8 to 10 minutes (10 Marks), above 10 minutes (Disqualified). Urban Technical Male: 6 minutes or less (20 Marks), 6 to 8 minutes (10 Marks), above 8 minutes (Disqualified). Urban Technical Female: 8 minutes or less (20 Marks), 8 to 12 minutes (10 Marks), above 12 minutes (Disqualified). |
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| 2. High Jump, Long Jump & Shot Put | Evaluated as per standard scoring charts in the notification. |
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| 3. Hindi Writing Ability Test | Qualifying test (100 Marks, 30 Marks to qualify). Class 7th level for Rural; Class 10th level for Urban. |
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| 4. Technical Skill Test | 100 Marks (30 to qualify) for Urban Technical applicants only. |
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| 5. Bonus Marks | Additional marks awarded for National/State level sports achievements and higher educational qualifications. |
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How to Apply Online for Latehar Home Guard Recruitment 2026
- Go to recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in, which is the official recruitment portal for the Jharkhand Government.
- Locate the link named “Advertisement No. 01/2026 - Enrolment of Home Guards in Latehar District” listed with ongoing job updates.
- Go through the complete notification along with all rules and instructions thoroughly.
- Tap the “Register / Apply Online” option (this link becomes functional starting 17 November 2026).
- Pick your desired cadre (Rural Home Guard or Urban Home Guard) alongside your particular residential Block / Urban area located in Latehar district.
- Enter details such as personal bio-data, date of birth, permanent address, Aadhaar number, as well as academic marks for Class 7th or 10th.
- Upload self-attested scanned files of your documents: an online Residential / Domicile Certificate of Latehar District, a Caste Certificate (for SC / ST / OBC candidates), Educational Marksheet & Passing Certificate (7th / 10th), Technical / Trade / Driving License Certificate (for Urban Technical posts), Sports / Experience Certificate (if applicable), along with a recent colour passport-size photograph and a clear signature.
- Submit the Rs. 100/- application fee using the portal's integrated online payment gateway.
- Carefully inspect all the information you provided and submit the final application on or before 01 December 2026.
- Save and print out the completed application form to carry for checking during the physical test.
Important Links
Before Applying
Make sure to check the official notification for complete terms on eligibility, age limits, educational qualifications, fees, and related conditions before sending in your application form online.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
Advertisement Number: 01/2026; Notification Release Date: 30 October 2026; Online Application Start Date: 17 November 2026; Last Date to Apply Online: 01 December 2026.
What is the application fee for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
All Candidates: Rs. 100/-; Payment Mode: Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI through the official portal payment gateway.
What is the age limit for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age Limit: 19 Years; Maximum Age Limit: 40 Years.
What is the official website for Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
The official website is latehar.nic.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
