Home Guards Recruitment Notification - Pithoragarh (Male Home Guard Volunteers)
Detailed official recruitment notice issued by District Commandant, Home Guards, Pithoragarh for male Home Guard Volunteer posts.
Organization Details
- Organization Name (English): District Commandant, Home Guards, Pithoragarh
- Organization Name (Hindi): जिला कमाण्डेन्ट, होमगार्ड्स, पिथौरागढ़
- Office Address: Village Papdev, Chandak Road, Near Shiv Mandir, Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
- Contact Number: 7310508234
Post Details
| Post Name (English) | Male Home Guard Volunteer |
|---|---|
| Post Name (Hindi) | पुरुष होमगार्ड स्वयंसेवक |
| Total Vacancies | 22 Posts |
| Employment Type | Volunteer Basis (Home Guard Service) |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
- Unreserved (UR): 16
- Other Backward Class (OBC): 01
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 03
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 02
- Scheduled Caste (SC): Not clearly specified in readable text
- Horizontal Reservation: Applicable for dependents of ex-servicemen, freedom fighters, orphans, and other eligible categories as per rules
Job Location
| City | Pithoragarh |
|---|---|
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | Not specified |
| Street Address | District Commandant Office, Home Guards, Village Papdev, Chandak Road, Near Shiv Mandir |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 10 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Last Date | 30 June 2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Age Reference Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Notification Reference Date | 09 June 2026 |
Application Process
- Application forms can be obtained from District Home Guards Office, Pithoragarh.
- Forms are also available on official website: https://pithoragarh.nic.in
- Forms can be downloaded from official Facebook page: Homeguards Pithoragarh
- Submit filled application either personally or via post.
- All documents must be self-attested and attached with the application.
- Applications must reach before 30 June 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Late, incomplete, or incorrect applications will be rejected.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum Qualification: 10th pass from a recognized board or institution
- Only male candidates are eligible
- Candidate must be a permanent resident of Pithoragarh district
- Valid domicile certificate issued by competent authority is mandatory
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years (as on 01.01.2026) |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 40 Years (as on 01.01.2026) |
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates: As per Uttarakhand Government rules (up to 5 years relaxation where applicable)
- Freedom Fighter dependents: 5 years relaxation
- Ex-servicemen: Age relaxation as per service period adjustment rules
Reservation Details
Reservation will be applicable as per Uttarakhand State Government rules.
- Scheduled Castes (SC)
- Scheduled Tribes (ST)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
- Freedom Fighters dependents
- Ex-servicemen dependents
- Orphan candidates (horizontal reservation category)
Reservation benefits will only be provided on submission of valid and verified certificates.
Application Fees
No application fee is required. The application process is completely free.
Selection Process
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
Important Instructions & Guidelines
- Only one application per candidate is allowed. Multiple applications will result in rejection.
- Candidates must be permanent residents of Pithoragarh district.
- All documents must be self-attested and will be verified by the department.
- False information or fake documents will lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action.
- Incomplete, incorrect, or late applications will not be considered.
- Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
- Duty will be called as per administrative requirement; Home Guards are deployed on need basis.
- Selected candidates will receive daily duty allowance along with DA and washing allowance as per government rules.
- Physical test schedule will be published separately on official notice board and Facebook page.
Helpline / Contact Information
- Phone: 7310508234
- Office: District Commandant, Home Guards, Pithoragarh
- Facebook: Homeguards Pithoragarh
Official Links
- Official Website: https://pithoragarh.nic.in
