Odisha Home Guard Recruitment 2025: Berhampur District Notification
A total of 105 new Home Guard volunteers will be enrolled under various police stations and the headquarters of the Berhampur Police District, as per Home Guards Circular Order No. 01/2025 dated 20.01.2025 and Memo No. 1431/HGs dated 17.04.2025.Please note that Home Guard service is not a permanent job. It is a purely voluntary organization, and the tenure of service is limited to 3 years only. The terms related to appointment, discipline, discharge, and other service conditions will be governed by the Odisha Home Guards Act, 1961, Odisha Home Guards Rules, 1962, and Government Circular Order No. 01/2025. As per Circular Order No. 01/2025, Home Guard volunteers to be enrolled at police stations should be residents of the same or neighboring police station areas. If suitable candidates are not available in the same or nearby PS area, the selection committee may choose eligible volunteers from any police station within the district. Candidates who have previously served as Home Guards (resigned or discharged), as well as next of kin (NOK) of deceased Home Guard personnel, are also eligible to apply for fresh enrollment in the interest of public service. Each candidate is allowed to submit only one application. If a candidate wishes to apply under a specific trade, only one trade may be selected. In case a candidate applies for multiple trades, only the first selected trade will be considered. The committee has decided to conduct events for the selection of Home Guard volunteers. The total marks for the selection process will be 100.
Key Highlights:
• Total Vacancies: 105
• Application Last date: 10th June, 2025
• Salary: ₹612 per day (Daily wage basis)
• Preference: Computer, Driving, AC Technician, Cooking, Electrician, Plumber, Barber, Cobbler, Carpenter, Tailor or other trades.
• Application Mode: Offline
Eligibility Criteria for Odisha Home Guard Recruitment 2025:
To apply for Berhampur District Home Guard Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet these requirements:
1. The applicant should be a citizen of lndia.
2. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Berhampur District.
3. The applicant should have passed Lower primary (class-5th) Examination. .
4. The applicant should be able to read, write and speak in odia language.
5. The applicant should be sound health, physique and free from any organic
defect Chronic diseases with high BMI or body infirmity and no physical deformity.
6. The age of the applicant should not be less than 20 years or not more than 60 years
as on 1 January 2025.
7. The applicant should be of good moral character & he/she should not be facing trial in
a criminal case or convicted for any criminal offence.
How to Apply for Odisha Home Guard Recruitment 2025:
Application Mode: Offline
Step-by-Step Process:
1. Collect Form:
· The Commandant Home Guard, Berhampur (Google Map Link Available).
2. Fill Form: Attach self-attested documents:
3. Submit: Submit the form offline at The Commandant Home Guard, Ganjam
Download Notification:
Download Forms:
Note: Late submissions or incomplete forms will be rejected.
Selection Process:
1. Written Exam (if conducted): Tests general awareness, reasoning, and aptitude.
2. Physical Fitness Test: Evaluates endurance and strength.
3. Skill Preference: Priority for candidates with technical expertise (e.g., driving, plumbing, running etc).
Why Join Odisha Home Guard?
1. Serve Your Community: Contribute to public safety in Berhampur District.
2. Skill Utilization: Leverage technical expertise for better selection chances.
3. Daily Wage: Earn ₹612 per day with flexible engagement.
Important Dates & Links
1. Last Date to Apply: 6th June, 2025
2. Notification Reference: Home Guards Circular Order No.01/2025
3. Form Submission Address:
The Commandant Home Guard, Berhampur.
Google Map Location: The Commandant Home Guard, Berhampur
FAQs
Q1. Can candidates outside Berhampur apply?
No, only permanent residents of Berhampur District are eligible.
Q2. Is there an application fee?
The notification does not mention a fee; confirm at the District Office.
Q3. What is the Odisha Home Guard Salary?
Selected candidates receive ₹612 per day on a daily wage basis.