The District Commandant of Jharkhand Grih Raksha Vahini in Chatra has announced a recruitment campaign for volunteer Home Guards under Notification No. 01/2025. This initiative seeks to fill 463 positions in both rural and urban categories through an online application process, highlighting the importance of selfless service to the community. Applications will be accepted from 15th September 2025 to 30th September 2025 via the official portal, targeting eligible residents who can demonstrate physical fitness and meet basic qualifications.
Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2025 – 463 Vacancies
Category
Male
Female
Total Vacancies
Rural Home Guard
220
214
434
Urban Home Guard (Non-Technical)
07
07
14
Urban Home Guard (Technical)
08
07
15
Eligibility Criteria:
Domicile: Applicants from rural areas must be permanent residents of the designated block in Chatra district; those from urban areas must live in the urban regions of Chatra.
Educational Qualification: For rural applicants: At least a pass in Class 7; for urban applicants (both Non-Technical and Technical): At least a pass in Class 10 (Matric).
Physical Standards: Height – Male: 162 cm (UR/OBC/BC), 157 cm (SC/ST); Female: 148 cm (all categories). Chest measurement (Male only): 79 cm (UR/OBC/BC), 76 cm (SC/ST).
Urban Technical Specific: Candidates must have recognized practical skills or employment in fields such as medicine, engineering, law, teaching, nursing, driving (HMV/LMV), cooking, carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, etc.
Age Limit:
Minimum 19 years and maximum 40 years as on 01/01/2025 for all categories.
Upper age relaxation applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
Pay Scale:
This position is voluntary and does not offer a fixed salary. Compensation will be provided only for days of actual duty, in accordance with the current government rates.
This role is not designed to serve as a primary income source; applicants are expected to dedicate themselves to voluntary public service.
Application Fee:
Payment Method: Online payment gateway during application submission.