The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the exam date notification for the Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards post under the Assam Home Guards Services, Home & Political Department. As per the official notice (eCF No. 831230/115), the Screening Test (OMR Based) and Written Test (Conventional Type) will be held on 04th October 2026 (Sunday) in two sittings.
APSC had earlier released the Assam APSC Junior Home Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification on 5th May 2026 for 22 vacancies, and the online application window ran from 08th May 2026 to 07th June 2026. Candidates who applied can now check the complete exam schedule, candidate list date, and admit card release date below.
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APSC Junior Home Guard Exam Date 2026
The Commission will conduct both papers on the same day. Paper-I is an OMR-based objective test held in the morning session, and Paper-II is a conventional descriptive paper held in the afternoon session.
| Paper | Subject | Type | Date & Day | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Ability and Intelligence Test | OMR Based (Objective) | 04-10-2026 (Sunday) | 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Paper-II | General Studies, Essay & Comprehension | Conventional Type (Descriptive) | 04-10-2026 (Sunday) | 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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APSC Junior Home Guard Admit Card 2026
No intimation letter will be sent to candidates by post. Candidates must download the e-Admission Certificate themselves from the official APSC website, www.apsc.nic.in.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Upload of List of Candidates | 23rd September 2026 |
| Upload of e-Admission Certificate (Admit Card) | 28th September 2026 |
| Screening Test & Written Test | 04th October 2026 (Sunday) |
Important: The Commission has clarified that it reserves the right to cancel the candidature of any candidate at any stage — even after the Screening Test — if verification of the application form shows that the candidate does not fulfil any of the eligibility criteria or conditions laid down in the advertisement.
Assam APSC Junior Home Guard 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Post Name | Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards |
| Department | Home and Political Department, Govt. of Assam |
| Vacancies | 22 |
| Advertisement No. | 49 PSC/DR-131/2025-26 (Advt. No. 02/2026, dated 5th May 2026) |
| Registration Dates | 08th May 2026 to 07th June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09th June 2026 |
| Candidate List Release | 23rd September 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 28th September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 04th October 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + PET + Medical Test + Interview |
| Pay Scale | ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 (Pay Band-3) |
| Grade Pay | ₹11,800 |
| Official Websites | https://apscrecruitment.in, https://www.apsc.nic.in |
How to Download APSC Junior Home Guard Admit Card 2026
| Step | Procedure |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Visit the official APSC website: https://www.apsc.nic.in |
| Step 2 | Check the “What’s New” or “Admit Card” section on the homepage |
| Step 3 | Click on the link for the e-Admission Certificate for Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards |
| Step 4 | Enter your registration number / application details and date of birth as required |
| Step 5 | Download the e-Admission Certificate and take a clear printout |
| Step 6 | Carry the printed admit card along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre |
APSC Junior Home Guard Vacancy 2026
A total of 22 vacancies have been distributed across categories as per Government of Assam norms.
| Category | Total |
|---|---|
| UR | 13 |
| OBC/MOBC | 4 |
| TT & Adivasi | 3 |
| SC | 1 |
| STP | 2 |
| STH | 1 |
| PwBD | 7 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 1 |
| Grand Total | 22 |
Assam APSC Junior Home Guard Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of five stages, carrying a total of 450 marks for the merit-deciding components.
| Stage | Description | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Written Examination – Paper-I: General Ability & Intelligence Test (Objective Type) | 200 |
| Stage 2 | Written Examination – Paper-II: General Studies, Essay & Comprehension | 200 |
| Stage 3 | Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – 100m race, 800m race, Long Jump | Qualifying |
| Stage 4 | Medical Standards Test – As per Schedule-IV of AHGS Rules, 2020 | Qualifying |
| Stage 5 | Interview / Personality Test – Conducted by APSC | 50 |
| Total | 450 |
Written Examination Details
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Question Type | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Ability & Intelligence Test | 200 | Objective (Multiple Choice) | English |
| Paper-II | General Studies, Essay & Comprehension | 200 | Descriptive | Essay: English/Assamese; Comprehension: English only |
Paper-I Topics: General Mental Ability, General Science, Current Events (National & International), Indian Polity & Economy, History of India, Indian & World Geography.
Paper-II Components:
- Part A (80 marks): Essay in long narrative form (Assamese or English) on modern Indian history (freedom struggle), geography, polity & economy, security & human rights issues, and analytical ability.
- Part B (120 marks): Comprehension, precis writing, developing counter arguments, simple grammar, and language skills (English only).
Important Notes:
- There shall be minimum qualifying marks separately in each paper, as fixed by the Commission.
- Paper-I will be evaluated first. Paper-II will be evaluated only for candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks in Paper-I.
Check Official Exam Details Here
Final Merit List
The final merit list will be drawn on the basis of marks obtained in the Written Examination and the Interview / Personality Test.
APSC Junior Home Guard Physical & Medical Standards 2026
Physical Standards
| Parameter | Male (General/OBC/SC) | Male (STP/STH) | Female (All Categories) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height (Minimum) | 5 ft. 4 inch (165 cm) | 5 ft. 3 inch (162 cm) | 5 ft. 1 inch (157 cm) |
| Chest (Minimum) | Well formed, devoid of abnormality (flat chest, pigeon chest, etc.) | Same as General | Not applicable |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age as per medical standard | Same as General | Proportionate to height and age as per medical standard |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be summoned for the PET.
| Physical Efficiency Test | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 100 meters race | 16 seconds (Max.) | 18 seconds (Max.) |
| 800 meters race | 3 minutes 45 seconds (Max.) | 4 minutes 45 seconds (Max.) |
| Long Jump (longest of 3 chances) | 3.5 meters (Min.) | 3.0 meters (Min.) |
Note: Pregnancy at the time of the PET shall be a disqualification for female candidates.
Medical Standards
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Eye Sight | Minimum distant vision of 6/6 and 6/9 in the two eyes without correction (without wearing glasses) |
| Ear | No degree of deafness, persistent ear discharge, atresia, exostosis, recurrent earache, tinnitus or vertigo |
| Nose | No DNS, atrophic rhinitis, tubercular ulceration or chronic sinusitis |
| Neck | No enlarged lymph nodes, thyroid swelling, or inability to extend the neck fully |
| Teeth | Sufficient number of sound teeth for efficient mastication; no severe pyorrhea |
| Venereal Disease | No active signs of clinical VD |
| Chronic Skin Diseases | No leprosy, chronic dermatitis, extensive pityriasis versicolor, psoriasis, SLE, etc. |
| LASIK Surgery | Candidate must have completed 06 months after LASIK surgery |
| Pulse Rate | No tachycardia (more than 100 per minute) or bradycardia (less than 50 per minute) |
| Other Conditions | No hernia, hemorrhoids, condylomata, prolapse rectum, knock knees, varicose veins or congenital malformations |
General Physical Standards
- Speech should be without impediment (no stammering).
- No chronic disease such as TB, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, bronchial asthma or heart disease.
- Chest should be well formed, with sound heart and lungs.
- Limbs, hands and feet well formed with perfect motion of all joints.
- Both testicles (for male candidates) in the scrotum and of normal size.
Salary & Benefits
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 |
| Pay Band | Pay Band – 3 |
| Grade Pay | ₹11,800 per month |
| Allowances | Usual allowances as admissible under the Rules of the Govt. of Assam (DA, HRA, etc.) |
Examination Zones
The Commission conducts the examination zone-wise depending on the number of candidates. Candidates should check their allotted centre carefully on the e-Admission Certificate.
| Name of Zone | Districts Covered |
|---|---|
| Silchar | Hailakandi, Sribhumi & Cachar |
| Jorhat | Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Majuli, Charaideo, Sivasagar & Tinsukia |
| Nagaon | Dima Hasao, Hojai, Nagaon & West Karbi Anglong |
| Tezpur | Biswanath, Lakhimpur, Sonitpur & Udalguri |
| Kokrajhar | Chirang, Dhubri, Goalpara, Bongaigaon & South Salmara |
| Guwahati | Baksa, Kamrup (Metro), Nalbari, Darrang, Bajali & Tamulpur |
FAQs
When is the APSC Junior Home Guard exam 2026?
The Screening Test (Paper-I, OMR based) and Written Test (Paper-II, conventional type) will be held on 04th October 2026 (Sunday).
When will the APSC Junior Home Guard admit card be released?
The e-Admission Certificate will be uploaded on 28th September 2026 on www.apsc.nic.in. The list of candidates will be uploaded earlier, on 23rd September 2026.
Will APSC send the admit card by post?
No. The Commission has clearly stated that no intimation letter will be sent separately by post. Candidates must download the e-Admission Certificate from the official website themselves.
How many vacancies are there in APSC Junior Home Guard Recruitment 2026?
There are 22 vacancies for the post of Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards.
What is the total marks of the APSC Junior Home Guard selection process?
The written examination carries 400 marks (200 per paper) and the interview carries 50 marks, for a total of 450 marks. The PET and Medical Test are qualifying in nature.
