Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025: Apply for Over 400 Vacancies

The Jharkhand government has announced a recruitment drive for Home Guards, offering over 400 positions in the Chatra district. Eligible candidates with 7th and 10th-grade education can apply online until September 30, 2025. The recruitment includes both rural and urban roles, with specific physical and educational requirements. Interested applicants can find detailed information about the application process, eligibility criteria, and selection methods. Don't miss this opportunity to secure a government job in the Home Guard Corps!

By Ambika Singh Sep 18, 2025, 12:55 IST

Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025 Overview

Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025: Individuals with educational qualifications of 7th and 10th grades are invited to apply for government positions as Home Guards. A notification has been released for the recruitment of over 400 Home Guards in the Chatra district. The online application process commenced on September 15th on the official website, chatra.nic.in. Interested candidates can submit their applications until September 30th, with an application fee of ₹100.

Vacancy Details for Chatra Home Guard 2025

This recruitment initiative aims to fill both rural and urban Home Guard roles across various blocks. Applications are open to both male and female candidates.

Chatra Home Guard Vacancy 2025: Breakdown

Position Name	Male	Female	Total Vacancies
Rural Home Guard	220	214	434
Urban Home Guard (Technical/Non-Technical)	15	14	29
Total	235	228	463

Eligibility Criteria

What qualifications are needed?
For the rural Home Guard positions, candidates must have completed the 7th grade from a recognized institution. Those applying for urban Home Guard roles should have passed the 10th grade. Additionally, candidates must be permanent residents of Chatra district for both rural and urban positions.

Age Limit and Physical Requirements

Home Guard Age Limit:
Minimum age: 19 years; Maximum age: 40 years as of January 1, 2025.
Height requirements: Male candidates from the General/OBC/BC categories must be at least 162 cm tall, while those from Scheduled Tribe/Scheduled Caste categories must be 157 cm. Female candidates should be at least 148 cm tall.
Chest measurement: Male candidates must have a chest circumference of 79 cm, with a 3 cm relaxation for reserved categories.
Physical tests include a 1-mile run, high jump, long jump, and shot put.

Selection Process: Candidates will undergo a physical examination, a written test, and a technical proficiency test for Urban Technical Skilled Home Guards only.

Physical Examination Details

How will the physical tests be conducted?
Male candidates completing the 1-mile run in 5 minutes or less will earn 20 points; those finishing in 5 to 6 minutes will receive 10 points. Candidates taking longer will be disqualified. Female candidates must also complete the 1-mile run, with those finishing in under 8 minutes receiving 20 points and those over 8 minutes getting 10 points. Points will also be awarded for high jump, long jump, and shot put.

Application Process

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, visit the official website at https://recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in/.
Register by providing your name, mobile number, email, date of birth, and address.
Log in and select the Apply Online link for the relevant recruitment.
Fill in all required details, including educational qualifications, Aadhaar number, date of birth, permanent and current addresses, physical measurements, and two identification marks.
Upload a recent color photograph and signature, and pay the application fee.

If you face any issues during the application process, you can complete your application at any Pragya Kendra in the district.

Further Information

The details regarding the venue for the physical examination, as well as information about the written and technical examinations, will be published later in newspapers.