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The Bihar Home Guard and Fire Services have announced a significant recruitment drive for 15,000 Home Guard positions across 37 districts of Bihar. This initiative aims to bolster the state’s emergency response capabilities and provide employment opportunities to eligible candidates. The registration process commenced on March 27, 2025, and will conclude on April 16, 2025. citeturn0search2
Vacancy Distribution:
The 15,000 vacancies are allocated as follows:
- General: 6,006 posts
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 1,495 posts
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 2,399 posts
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 159 posts
- Extremely Backward Classes (EBC): 2,694 posts
- Backward Classes (BC): 1,800 posts
- Backward Classes (Female): 447 posts
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the Bihar Home Guard positions, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality: Applicants must be permanent residents of Bihar. citeturn0search6
- Age Limit (as of January 1, 2025):
- Minimum Age: 19 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar Home Guard Recruitment Rules. citeturn0search1
- Educational Qualification:
- Candidates should have passed the Higher Secondary (Intermediate) examination or an equivalent examination recognized by the state government. citeturn0search6
- Physical Standards:
- Candidates must be physically capable of performing strenuous fieldwork. citeturn0search6
Application Process:
Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the following steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to onlinebhg.bihar.gov.in.
- Registration:
- Click on the registration link on the homepage.
- Fill in the required details and submit to register.
- Application Form:
- Log in using your credentials.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal and educational information.
- Document Upload:
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including:
- Passport-sized photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
- Domicile certificate
- Income certificate
- Other relevant certificates
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including:
- Application Fee Payment:
- General, EWS, BC, EBC: ₹200
- SC, ST: ₹100
- Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other available modes. citeturn0search1
- Submission:
- Review all entered information for accuracy.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Selection Process:
The selection of candidates will involve the following stages:
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Conducted at the district level.
- Includes biometric registration and verification.
- Physical tests such as running, high jump, long jump, and shot put.
- Performance in PET will be evaluated, and a merit list will be prepared. citeturn0search3
- Medical Examination:
- Candidates who pass the PET will undergo a medical examination to assess fitness.
- Document Verification:
- Verification of all submitted documents.
Important Dates:
- Notification Date: March 26, 2025
- Application Start Date: March 27, 2025
- Application End Date: April 16, 2025
- Fee Payment Last Date: April 16, 2025
- Exam Date: To be notified later
- Admit Card Release: Before the exam date citeturn0search1
Additional Information:
- Candidates can apply only for the district in which they are permanent residents.
- Multiple applications for different districts will lead to disqualification.
- For more detailed information, refer to the official notification available on the Bihar Home Guard official website.
This recruitment presents a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking a career in the Home Guard and Fire Services sector in Bihar. Prospective applicants are advised to thoroughly review the eligibility criteria and complete the application process within the specified timeframe.
