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  • Updated May 06, 2026 01:21 PM
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  • Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the official Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards Notification 2026 on 05 May 2026 at the official website https://apsc.nic.in. A total of 22 vacancies have been announced under the APSC Home Guards Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged between 21 and 38 years with a Graduate degree in any discipline from a Government-recognized University can apply online from 08 May 2026 to 07 June 2026. The official notification PDF and online application link are provided below for candidates’ reference.

APSC Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Overview

Recruiting BodyAssam Public Service Commission (APSC)
DepartmentAssam Home Guards Services under Home and Political Department
Advertisement No.02/2026 (No.49 PSC/DR-13/1/2025-26)
Post NameClass-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards
Total Vacancies22 Posts
QualificationGraduate in any discipline from a Government-recognised University
Application ModeOnline only at APSC Recruitment portal
Job LocationAssam (zone-wise centres as notified)
Official Websitehttps://apscrecruitment.in & https://apsc.nic.in

APSC Class-I Home Guards Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Date05/05/2026
Starting Date for Online Application08/05/2026
Closing Date for Online Application07/06/2026
Last Date for Payment of Application Fee09/06/2026

APSC Class-I Home Guards Vacancy 2026

CategoryTotal Posts
Open Category13 (including 4 reserved for women)
OBC / MOBC3 (including 1 reserved for women)
TT & Adivasi0
SC2 (including 1 reserved for women)
ST (P)3 (including 1 reserved for women)
ST (H)1
Total22 (7 posts reserved for women)
PwBD ReservationNot applicable (0)
Ex-Servicemen1 post reserved
  • A total of 22 vacancies have been announced for Class-I (Junior Grade) Assam Home Guards Services under Home and Political Department.
  • Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards Vacancy (22 Posts)

APSC Class-I Home Guards Eligibility Criteria 2026

Post NameEducational Qualification
Class-I (Junior Grade) Home GuardsGraduate in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government. Candidate must upload all semester/year mark sheets and final pass certificate.
  • Nationality: Candidate must be an Indian citizen as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India and a permanent resident of Assam.
  • As domicile proof, candidate must upload Permanent Resident Certificate of Assam (for education/employment purpose) or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate issued in Assam.
  • Educational Qualification

APSC Class-I Home Guards Age Limit 2026

CategoryAge Limit
General21 - 38 years (as on 01/01/2026)
OBC / MOBCRelaxation 3 years; up to 41 years
SC / STRelaxation 5 years; up to 43 years
Ex-Servicemen (UR)Maximum 50 years as on 01/01/2026; further relaxable by 3 years for OBC/MOBC and 5 years for SC/ST as per notification
  • The age limit for Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards recruitment is 21 to 38 years as on 01/01/2026. Upper age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.

APSC Class-I Home Guards Application Fee 2026

General₹250 + ₹47.20 processing fee (CSC-SPV) = ₹297.20
OBC / MOBC₹150 + ₹47.20 processing fee = ₹197.20
SC / ST / BPL / PwBDNIL application fee + ₹47.20 processing fee = ₹47.20

APSC Class-I Home Guards Pay Scale & Benefits

ComponentDetails
Pay Scale₹22,000 – ₹97,000 per month (Pay Band-3)
Grade Pay₹11,800
AllowancesOther allowances as admissible to Assam State Government employees from time to time

APSC Class-I Home Guards Selection Process 2026

StageDetails
1. Written ExaminationPaper-I: General Ability & Intelligence Test – 200 marks, Objective (MCQ), questions in English; covers General Mental Ability, General Science, Current Events, Indian Polity & Economy, History of India, Indian & World Geography.
2. Physical Standards / Physical Efficiency Test (PET)Candidates qualified in written exam will undergo Physical Standards Test and PET as per prescribed norms.
3. Medical Standards TestMedical Standards Test as per Assam Home Guards Service Rules, 2020 for candidates qualified in PET; appeals allowed within 15 days to Appellate Authority.
4. Interview / Personality TestCandidates declared fit in Medical Test will be called for Interview/Personality Test of 50 marks; provisionally for those awaiting Review Medical Board outcome.
5. Final Merit ListPrepared based on marks obtained in Written Examination (Paper-I & II) and Interview/Personality Test.
TestMaleFemale
100 metres race16 seconds (maximum)18 seconds (maximum)
800 metres race3 minutes 45 seconds (maximum)4 minutes 45 seconds (maximum)
Long Jump3.5 metres minimum (3 chances)3.0 metres minimum (3 chances)
CategoryMale HeightFemale Height
General / OBC / SC5 ft 4 in (165 cm)5 ft 1 in (157 cm)
ST (P) / ST (H)5 ft 3 in (162 cm)5 ft (152.40 cm)
CategoryChest Normal (Male)Chest Expansion (Male)
General / OBC / SC / ST (P)80 cm85 cm
ST (H)78 cm83 cm
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards
  • Physical Standards
  • Weight should be proportionate to height and age as per medical standards. Minimum distant vision must be 6/6 and 6/9 in both eyes without correction.

How to Apply for APSC Class-I Home Guards Recruitment 2026

  • Applicants must apply online only through the APSC recruitment website: https://apscrecruitment.in.
  • New users have to complete One Time Registration (OTR) first by clicking on “Register Here” and providing basic details.
  • Use a valid and active email ID and mobile number for registration and future communication.
  • Log in with registered email/mobile number and password, then fill in all mandatory details in the online application form.
  • Upload required documents: proof of Date of Birth, educational qualification certificates and mark sheets, caste/category certificates, BPL/PwBD certificates (if applicable) in PDF format (max 4 MB, scanned at 200 dpi, legible).
  • Upload recent passport-size Photograph and Signature (50 KB–200 KB each, photo not older than 3 months).
  • Carefully review all details and documents using the Preview option and tick the declaration checkbox before final submission.
  • Pay the applicable application fee and processing charges online; applications without successful fee payment will be treated as incomplete.
  • In case of payment failure or pending status, use “Check Status” to verify with bank/GRAS; double debit, if any, will be auto-refunded by the bank within 5–7 working days.
  • After final submission, take a printout of the submitted Online Application Form and retain it for future reference.
  • Candidates can also submit applications through Common Service Centres (CSCs) if they do not have their own online payment facility.
  • Class-I Home Guards Application Form
  • Eligible candidates who satisfy the eligibility conditions can fill and submit the online application form for Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards posts through the APSC Online Recruitment Portal within the specified dates.
  • The application form must be filled carefully with correct personal, educational, and category details, and all supporting documents must be uploaded as per instructions before online submission.
  • Application Mode: Online only through APSC Recruitment website – https://apscrecruitment.in

Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Candidates must ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility conditions regarding age, qualification, physical standards and other criteria before applying for the post.
  • Admission at all stages of selection will be purely provisional, subject to verification of eligibility conditions by the Commission.
  • No request for withdrawal of candidature will be entertained after submission of the online application.
  • Category/sub-category claimed in the original application cannot be changed at any stage of the selection process.
  • Candidates furnishing wrong or false information may be disqualified from APSC recruitments for a period as decided by the Commission.
  • Submission of false documents or suppression of material facts may lead to rejection and legal action even after recommendation for appointment.
  • Candidates must produce valid photo ID (PAN Card, Driving Licence, Passport, Institution ID, Voter ID, Aadhaar, etc.) at the time of written test and interview.
  • Date of birth once declared in the online form will be treated as final; only Class X/XII Board documents will be accepted as proof of age.
  • Original documents and self-attested copies (DOB, educational certificates, caste/BPL certificates, PRC, Small Family Norms declaration Form-A, etc.) must be produced at the time of interview.
  • Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.
  • Candidates should visit the APSC website regularly for updates; no interim enquiries about results will be entertained.

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Q2. How many vacancies are there in APSC Home Guards Recruitment 2026?

  • A total of 22 vacancies have been announced, including posts for Open Category, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), ST(H) and 1 post reserved for Ex‑Servicemen, with 7 seats reserved for women across categories.

Q3. What are the important dates for APSC Class-I Home Guards 2026?

  • The notification was released on 05 May 2026, the online application starts on 08 May 2026, and the last date to apply online is 07 June 2026, while the last date for fee payment is 09 June 2026.

Q4. What is the eligibility criteria for APSC Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards Recruitment 2026?

  • Candidates must be Indian citizens and permanent residents of Assam, holding a Graduation degree in any discipline from a Government‑recognized University, along with a Permanent Resident Certificate or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate of Assam.

Q5. What is the age limit for APSC Class-I Home Guards Recruitment 2026?

  • The age limit is 21 to 38 years as on 01 January 2026 for General candidates, relaxable up to 41 years for OBC/MOBC, 43 years for SC/ST, and up to 50 years for Ex‑Servicemen, with further relaxation for reserved Ex‑Servicemen as per rules.

Q6. What is the application fee for APSC Class-I Home Guards 2026?

  • The total fee including processing charges is Rs. 297.20 for General candidates, Rs. 197.20 for OBC/MOBC, and Rs. 47.20 for SC/ST/BPL/PwBD candidates, where the latter group pays only the processing fee and no examination fee.

Q7. What is the pay scale for APSC Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards?

  • Selected candidates will receive a Pay Band‑3 salary of Rs. 22,000 – 97,000 per month, with a Grade Pay of Rs. 11,800 plus other allowances admissible to Assam State Government employees from time to time.

Q8. What is the selection process for APSC Class-I Home Guards Recruitment 2026?

  • The selection process includes a Written Examination, followed by Physical Standards and Physical Efficiency Tests (PET), a Medical Standards Test as per Assam Home Guards Service Rules 2020, and finally an Interview/Personality Test of 50 marks, with the final merit list based on written and interview marks.
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