The Himachal Pradesh Home Guards has officially announced the HP Home Guards Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 700 Home Guard Volunteer positions. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for candidates who have completed 10th, 12th, or ITI and are looking to serve in a disciplined volunteer force.
The official notification (Advt No. 01/2026) was released on 23 February 2026, and the online application process will remain open until 31 March 2026. Eligible candidates must submit their applications online through the official website: himachal.nic.in.
Below is a detailed overview of vacancies, eligibility criteria, salary, selection process, and step-by-step instructions to apply.
HP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Organization: Himachal Pradesh Home Guards
- Advertisement No.: 01/2026
- Post Name: Home Guard Volunteers
- Total Vacancies: 700
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Type: Contractual / Volunteer
- Salary: ₹977 per day
- Last Date to Apply: 31 March 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 March 2026 |
| Age Eligibility Date | 01 January 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The 700 vacancies are distributed across different categories as follows:
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General Duty Home Guards (Men) | 358 |
| General Duty Home Guards (Women) | 167 |
| Bandmen | 74 |
| Home Guard Volunteer Drivers | 76 |
| Technical Trademen Home Guard Volunteers | 25 |
| Total | 700 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the educational requirements based on the post:
General Duty (Men & Women)
- Must have completed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
Bandmen
- Must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board.
Home Guard Volunteer Drivers
- Must have completed 10+2 or Matriculation from a recognized board.
Technical Trademen Home Guard Volunteers
- Must have passed Matriculation (10th)
- Must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 50 years
- Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹200 |
The application fee must be paid online during the submission process.
Salary / Remuneration
All selected candidates will receive:
- ₹977 per day
This is a volunteer-based contractual engagement under the Home Guards framework.
Selection Process
The selection process for HP Home Guards Recruitment 2026 will include multiple stages:
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Written Examination
- Marks Evaluation (based on education, NCC, sports achievements, etc.)
- Basic Training
Final selection will depend on overall performance in physical tests, written examination, and document verification.
How to Apply for HP Home Guards Recruitment 2026
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria should follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website: himachal.nic.in
- Locate the recruitment section for Home Guard Volunteers 2026
- Register using valid personal details
- Fill out the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents such as:
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable)
- Review all details before final submission
- Submit the application and save/print a copy for future reference
Applications must be submitted on or before 31 March 2026.
