Assam PSC Home Guards 2026 — A Class-I Officer Opportunity for Assam Graduates
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 02/2026) for 22 vacancies in the Assam Home Guards Services under the Home and Political Department, Government of Assam. This is a Pay Band-3 Class-I officer post with a pay scale of ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 plus Grade Pay ₹11,800 — among the most prestigious state-level officer entries available in 2026 for any graduate from Assam.
Online applications are open from 08 May 2026 to 07 June 2026, with fee payment accepted up to 09 June 2026. The selection process is rigorous — Written Examination (Paper-I + Paper-II), Physical Standards Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Medical Examination and Interview. Read this complete APSC Home Guards 2026 guide on GovtJobsAlert.in for vacancy split, eligibility, fees, exam pattern and step-by-step apply online instructions. For more openings, visit our Assam government jobs page.
Key Highlights — APSC Home Guards Recruitment 2026
The Assam Home Guards Service is part of the state’s internal security framework, working in close coordination with the police on civil defence, traffic and emergency response. The Class-I (Junior Grade) post is the entry-level officer cadre with a clear path to senior command.
- Recruiting Body: Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)
- Department: Home and Political Department, Govt. of Assam
- Advertisement Number: 02/2026
- Post Name: Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards
- Total Vacancies: 22
- Pay Scale: ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 + Grade Pay ₹11,800 (Pay Band-3)
- Job Location: Across Assam
- Application Window: 08 May 2026 to 07 June 2026
- Selection Mode: Written Exam → PST → PET → Medical → Interview
If you are a graduate seeking government jobs at the officer level in Assam, this is a focused single-post recruitment with strong career prospects.
Vacancy Breakdown — APSC Home Guards 2026 (Category-wise)
The 22 vacancies are reserved across the standard Assam state categories.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Open / Unreserved | 13 |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 |
| Tea Tribe & Adivasi | 0 |
| SC | 2 |
| ST (Plains) | 3 |
| ST (Hills) | 1 |
| Total | 22 |
Horizontal reservation includes 7 posts Reserved for Women (RFW) and 1 post for Ex-Servicemen — within the 22 total. PwBD reservation is not applicable for this post (as per the notification).
Eligibility Criteria — APSC Home Guards 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Graduate degree in any discipline from a University recognised by Government. All semester/year mark sheets and the final pass certificate must be uploaded with the application. Degrees from open / distance / correspondence universities recognised by UGC are acceptable.
Domicile Requirement
Candidates must be Indian Citizens (as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution) and permanent residents of Assam. Either a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam or an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate is accepted as proof of residency.
Age Limit
The age limit is 21 to 38 years as on 01 January 2026. Standard category-wise relaxation applies.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years (up to 43 years) |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 years (up to 41 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | Maximum age 50 years as on 01-01-2026 |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | Further +3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | Further +5 years |
Physical & Medical Standards
This is a uniformed force role with strict physical and medical standards.
- Height (Male): 165 cm (UR/OBC/SC), 162 cm (ST)
- Height (Female): 157 cm (UR/OBC/SC), 152.40 cm (ST)
- Chest (Male/Female): Normal 80 cm / Expansion 85 cm (78/83 for ST Hills)
- PET 100m race: 16 seconds for males, 18 seconds for females
- PET 800m race: 3 min 45 sec for males, 4 min 45 sec for females
- Long jump: 3.5 m for males, 3.0 m for females (3 chances)
- Eye sight: Distant vision 6/6 and 6/9 of two eyes without correction
- General: No TB, high BP, diabetes, asthma, knock knees, varicose veins; no stammering
PET and Medical Tests are conducted centrally at Guwahati by SLPRB. Pregnant female candidates at the time of PET will be disqualified.
What is the Salary for APSC Home Guards Class-I (Junior Grade) in 2026?
This is a Class-I officer post in Pay Band-3 with the following structure.
- Pay Scale: ₹22,000 – ₹97,000
- Grade Pay: ₹11,800
- Pay Band: Pay Band-3
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, Uniform Allowance and other allowances admissible to Assam State Government Class-I officers
Approximate starting in-hand salary will be around ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 per month depending on place of posting and HRA slab.
The post is a permanent state-cadre position with regular increments, structured promotions, pension benefits and full Class-I officer privileges as per Government of Assam service rules.
What is the Selection Process for APSC Home Guards 2026?
The selection process is rigorous and conducted in five stages.
- Written Examination — Paper I (200 marks): General Ability and Intelligence Test in English. Topics include General Mental Ability, General Science, Current Events, Indian Polity & Economy, History of India, Indian and World Geography. Objective MCQ format.
- Written Examination — Paper II (200 marks): General Studies, Essay and Comprehension. Part A — Essay (80 marks) in Assamese or English. Part B — Comprehension, Précis and Communication (120 marks) in English only. Paper-II is evaluated only for candidates who qualify Paper-I.
- Physical Standards Test (PST): Verification of height, chest and other prescribed physical standards.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 100m race, 800m race and long jump.
- Medical Standards Test: Comprehensive medical fitness check.
- Interview / Personality Test (50 marks): Conducted by APSC for shortlisted candidates.
Final merit is prepared on the basis of marks in Written Examination + Interview. Browse our exam syllabus and pattern updates for detailed APSC preparation guides.
How to Apply Online for APSC Home Guards 2026?
Applications are accepted only through the APSC Recruitment Portal. Common Service Centres (CSCs) can also be used by candidates without internet banking facilities.
- Visit the APSC Recruitment Portal at https://apscrecruitment.in.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with a valid email and active mobile number.
- Login with credentials and fill the registration details.
- Read the eligibility carefully and fill the online application form for the Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards post.
- Upload required documents in PDF (max 4 MB, 200 dpi greyscale).
- Upload a recent photograph (50–200 KB, not older than 3 months) and signature (50–200 KB).
- Tick the declaration checkbox, preview the application and click “Proceed to Pay”.
- Pay the prescribed fee online and take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
After final submission, no editing or withdrawal is allowed. Date of birth and category cannot be changed at any later stage.
Important Dates — APSC Home Guards 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 05 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09 June 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be notified later |
Application Fees — APSC Home Guards 2026
The application fee includes APSC examination fee plus a CSC-SPV processing charge of ₹47.20.
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹297.20 |
| OBC / MOBC | ₹197.20 |
| SC / ST / BPL / PwBD | ₹47.20 |
Payment is online only via the APSC Recruitment Portal (CSC-SPV gateway). The fee, once paid, is non-refundable.
Essential Links — APSC Home Guards Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for APSC Home Guards Recruitment 2026
- Visit Assam PSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Assam Govt Jobs
If you are a graduate from Assam looking for a Class-I officer entry, the APSC Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards 2026 is a rare 22-post officer-cadre opportunity — apply on or before 07 June 2026 and start preparing for the written exam, PET and interview now. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in and our Assam government jobs page for more updates.