District Commandant Home Guards Dehradun has released the official notification for Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026. A total of 152 vacancies have been announced for Home Guard posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline through the prescribed application form before the last date. This recruitment offers a good opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in Uttarakhand.
Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026-Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the required educational qualification and age criteria mentioned in the official notification. Applicants should carefully check all eligibility conditions before submitting the offline application form.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed 10th Class/Matriculation or equivalent examination from a recognized board or institution.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 to 40 years (as on 01-01-2026) |
| SC / ST / OBC / Other Backward Classes | 5 years relaxation (max 45 years) as per Govt. Order dated 21.05.2005 |
| Freedom Fighter Dependants | 5 years relaxation (max 45 years) as per Govt. Order No. 1244 dated 21.05.2005 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Actual age minus military service period, as per Notification No. 6/01/72 dated 25.04.1977 |
Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026-Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive has been conducted to fill Home Guard vacancies in different areas of Dehradun district. Eligible male and female candidates can apply for these posts through offline mode.
- Home Guard – 152 Posts
- Total Posts – 152
Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026-Application Fee
Candidates applying for Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026 are not required to pay any application fee. Applicants can submit the application form free of cost.
- All Category Candidates – No Application Fee
Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026-Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary, allowances, and other benefits according to Uttarakhand Home Guard department rules and regulations. Salary details will be provided during the recruitment process.
- Salary – As Per Government Norms
Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026-Important Dates
Candidates should submit the offline application form before the last date mentioned in the notification. Late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.
- Starting Date to Apply Offline – 01 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply Offline – 22 May 2026
Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026-Selection Process
The selection process for Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in different stages. Candidates must qualify in all stages for final selection.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Stage 1 – Physical Measurement – Qualifying
Candidates failing physical measurement are declared unfit at that stage itself and removed from the selection process.
| Standard | General/OBC/SC (Minimum) | Scheduled Tribe (Minimum) | Mountainous area (minimum) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm | 157.50 cm | 160 cm |
| without puffing out the chest | 78.8 cm | 76.3 cm | 76.3 cm |
| on puffing out the chest | 83.8 cm | 81.3 cm | 81.3 cm |
Note: Minimum 5 cm chest expansion is mandatory.
Stage 2 – Physical Efficiency Test – 30 Marks
| S.No. | event name | Distance/Time | score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Run and walk 02 km (Full Marks – 10) | 9.1–10 minutes | 05 |
| 8.1–09 minutes | 07 | ||
| 7.1–08 minutes | 08 | ||
| 6.1–07 minutes | 09 | ||
| Up to 06 minutes | 10 | ||
| 02 | Cricket Ball Throw (Integer – 10) | 50 meters | 05 |
| 55 meters | 06 | ||
| 60 meters | 07 | ||
| 65 meters | 08 | ||
| 70 meters | 10 | ||
| 03 | Long Jump (Full Marks – 10) | 12 feet | 05 |
| 13 feet | 06 | ||
| 14 feet | 07 | ||
| 15 feet | 08 | ||
| 16 feet | 10 |
Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026-How to Apply
Candidates can apply offline for Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026 by obtaining the application form from the concerned office. Applicants must fill in all required details carefully before submission.
- Visit the official Home Guard office or website.
- Collect or download the application form.
- Fill out the application form carefully.
- Attach required documents and passport-size photographs.
- Submit the completed application form to the prescribed office address.
- Keep a copy of the application form for future reference.
Applications can also be submitted at: Jila Magistrate / SDM / Block / Tehsil / District Employment Office / Senior Superintendent of Police / District Sainik Welfare Office / Sol-Jar Board notice boards (as printed proforma, self-attested).
Documents to be submitted along with application form:
- 02 latest passport size self-signed colour photographs
- Self-attested copy of educational qualification certificate (with date of birth mentioned)
- Self-attested copy of Permanent Resident Certificate (as per Govt. Order No. 2588/1–4 dated 20 Nov 2001)
- Self-attested copy of Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable)
- Self-attested copy of EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Self-attested copy of Hill Area Resident Certificate for physical standard relaxation (if applicable)
- Character Certificate
- NOC / No-objection proof (for Govt. employees)
Submit Application to: District Commandant, Homeguards, Dehradun, Nanda Ki Chowki, Chakrata Road, Dehradun – PIN 248007
Dehradun Home Guard Recruitment 2026-Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
