Himachal Home Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 700 Vacancies | Last Date 31 March 2026
The Himachal Pradesh Home Guards, Civil Defence, Fire and SDRF Department has officially released the Himachal Home Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. 01/2026) for 700 Home Guard Volunteer posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website before 31 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
If you are looking for Himachal Home Guard Vacancy 2026, eligibility details, exam pattern, fees, and direct apply link, read the complete article below.
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📌 Himachal Home Guard Vacancy 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Department Name | Himachal Pradesh Home Guards, Civil Defence, Fire and SDRF Department |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Home Guard Volunteers |
| Total Vacancies | 700 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Date | 23 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | https://himachal.nic.in/homeguard |
📊 Himachal Home Guard Vacancy 2026 – Post Wise Details
A total of 700 vacancies have been announced. The post-wise distribution is given below:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General Duty Home Guards (Men) | 358 |
| General Duty Home Guards (Women) | 167 |
| Bandmen | 74 |
| Home Guard Volunteer Drivers | 76 |
| Technical Tradesmen Home Guard Volunteers | 25 |
| Total | 700 |
This recruitment provides opportunities for both male and female candidates across various categories.
💰 Application Fee
All candidates are required to pay:
Application Fee: ₹200/-
The fee must be paid online while submitting the application form.
📝 Himachal Home Guard Written Exam Pattern 2026
The written test will be conducted for 50 marks and will include four sections:
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 12 |
| English | 12 |
| Mathematics | 12 |
| General Knowledge (Himachal Pradesh) | 14 |
| Total | 50 Marks |
✅ Exam Details:
Type of Questions: Objective (MCQs)
Exam Duration: 1 Hour
Mathematics Level: 10th Standard
Hindi & English Level: 12th Standard
GK: Related to Himachal Pradesh only
Candidates preparing for the HP Home Guard Exam 2026 should focus on state-specific General Knowledge.
🌐 How to Apply Online for Himachal Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
Interested candidates must apply online only. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
🔗 Direct Links:
Official Website: https://himachal.nic.in/homeguard
Recruitment Portal: https://hgv.hp.gov.in/HPHG/ApplicantRegistration/Home/Login
📍 Steps to Apply:
Visit the official website.
Register on the recruitment portal.
Fill out the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form.
Upload necessary documents.
Pay the ₹200 application fee.
Submit the form before 31 March 2026.
📅 Important Dates
Notification Released: 23 February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 31 March 2026 (11:59 PM)
Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
