Jharkhand Home Guard Merit List 2026 for Ranchi District has been officially declared by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Magistrate, Ranchi. The merit list covers candidates who qualified in both physical and written tests under Advertisement No. 01/2025 for rural and urban (non-technical) Home Guard (Grah Rakshak) positions. Candidates can now verify their roll numbers in the block-wise merit lists. This article is based on the official result notice released by the Ranchi District Administration on 10/06/2026.
The result includes 19 blocks across Ranchi District, with separate merit lists for male and female candidates. Each block has defined cutoff marks and cutoff dates of birth. One seat has been reserved for widows in select blocks as per official provisions.
Result at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Office of Deputy Commissioner, Ranchi District |
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Home Guard (Grah Rakshak) Selection |
| Post Name | Grah Rakshak – Rural & Urban (Non-Technical) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2025 |
| Result Declaration Date | 10/06/2026 |
| Result Status | Declared |
| Categories | Male & Female (Block-wise) |
| Special Provision | 1 seat reserved for widows in select blocks |
| Official Website | Ranchi District NIC Website |
How to Check the Jharkhand Home Guard Merit List 2026
- Click the official link below or visit the Ranchi District NIC website to download the official merit list PDF published on 10/06/2026.
The Jharkhand Home Guard Merit List 2026 is organized by block with separate lists for male and female candidates. Each block displays selected roll numbers in order of merit, along with the final cutoff marks and the corresponding cutoff date of birth. Candidates must ensure they were born on or before the cutoff date of birth specified for their block to remain eligible.
What Your Result Means – Next Steps
If your roll number appears in the merit list:
Your selection is provisional. You have qualified based on your performance in the physical and written tests. Obtain your merit list printout and wait for official instructions regarding document verification and enrollment procedures. Check the Ranchi District website regularly for the official admit card or call letter for the next stage.
If your roll number does not appear in the merit list:
Review the cutoff marks for your block and category to understand the performance gap. Fresh recruitment cycles are typically conducted annually. Keep your scorecard, response sheet, and all documents safe for future reference.
Cutoff Marks – Jharkhand Home Guard Merit List 2026
| Block Name | Male Cutoff Marks | Female Cutoff Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Angara | 26 | 33 |
| Bero | 28 | 36 |
| Bundu | 25 | 23 |
| Burmu | 27 | 36 |
| Chanho | 30 | 37 |
| Itki | 25 | 31 |
| Kanke | 28 | – |
| Khelari | 21 | 30 |
| Lapung | 30 | 37 |
| Mandar | 30 | 36 |
| Nagri | 25 | 34 |
| Namkum | 35 | 27 |
| Ormanjhi | 29 | 36 |
| Rahe | 27 | 35 |
| Ratu | 30 | 36 |
| Silli | 27 | 33 |
| Sonahatu | 34 | 27 |
| Tamar | 28 | 34 |
| Urban Non-Tech (URNT) | 34 | 27 |
Block-Wise Merit List Details – Jharkhand Home Guard 2026
Angara Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 26 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 19-12-2004
Selected roll numbers include ANGA100016, ANGA100027, ANGA100028, ANGA100044, ANGA100080, ANGA100100107, ANGA100123, ANGA100154, ANGA100155, ANGA100160 and additional candidates as per the official list.
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 33 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 23-05-2002
Selected roll numbers include ANGA100022, ANGA100024, ANGA100030, ANGA100031, and others as listed in the official merit list.
Bero Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 28 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 11-06-2003
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 36 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 14-03-1998
Bundu Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 25 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 05-12-2005
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 23 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 12-04-2000
One seat is reserved for a widow in the female category.
Burmu Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 27 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 01-01-2000
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 36 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 25-09-2001
Chanho Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 30 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 27-12-2005
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 37 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 04-01-2003
Itki Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 25 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 05-03-2001
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 31 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 20-11-2003
One seat is reserved for a widow in the female category.
Kanke Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 28 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 20-11-1999
Khelari Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 21 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 10-06-1998
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 30 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 01-02-1999
One seat is reserved for a widow in the female category.
Lapung Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 30 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 21-04-2003
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 37 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 30-05-2001
Mandar Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 30 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 10-04-2003
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 36 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 15-12-1997
Nagri Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 25 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 10-06-1998
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 34 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 06-12-2001
Namkum Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 35 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 04-05-2002
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 27 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 20-12-2002
Ormanjhi Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 29 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 09-04-2001
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 36 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 12-09-1999
One seat is reserved for a widow in the female category.
Rahe Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 27 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 17-12-1989
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 35 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 25-11-2004
One seat is reserved for a widow in the female category.
Ratu Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 30 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 10-06-2003
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 36 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 17-12-1993
Silli Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 27 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 10-06-1998
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 33 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 06-08-2001
One seat is reserved for a widow in the female category.
Sonahatu Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 34 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 20-01-2004
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 27 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 16-04-2003
Tamar Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 28 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 04-02-2005
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 34 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 01-02-2003
One seat is reserved for a widow in the female category.
Urban Non-Tech (URNT) Block
Male Merit List – Cutoff: 34 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 15-03-2002
Female Merit List – Cutoff: 27 Marks | Cutoff DOB: 15-12-2003
Eligibility Criteria and Special Provisions
Candidates enrolled as Home Guards must be between 24 and 55 years of age, as per applicable recruitment rules. Candidates born on or after 28/11/2025 are declared ineligible. The merit list has been prepared in accordance with W.P.(S) No. 781/2022 and C.Rev No. 133/2025. Merit position is counted from the 15th rank onward for certain categories as per official regulations.
Official Publication and Notification Details
The merit list has been officially published vide Letter No. 937, dated 10/06/2026, issued by the Deputy Commissioner-cum-Chairman, Grah Rakshak Navnaamankan Samiti, Ranchi. The list will be published in all daily newspapers of Ranchi District. Copies have been forwarded to the Senior Superintendent of Police-cum-Senior Member, Grah Rakshak Navnaamankan Samiti, and the District Information Officer-cum-Member Secretary, Jharkhand Grah Raksha Vahini, Ranchi, for necessary action. The Manager, NIC, Ranchi, has been directed to ensure publication of the merit list on the Ranchi District website.
Documents to Keep Ready for Document Verification
- Original mark sheets (Class 10, 12, and qualifying degree)
- Category or caste certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) in the required format
- Government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Passport)
- Passport-size photographs (as per specifications)
- Merit list printout or enrollment letter
- Admit card for the written and physical test stages
- Any relevant experience certificate or certificate of character
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How do I check if my name is on the Jharkhand Home Guard Merit List 2026?
Ans. You’ll want to grab the official merit list PDF from the Ranchi District NIC website. Once downloaded, simply look up your specific block and search for your roll number under either the Male or Female category to see if you’ve been provisionally selected.
Q2. What does “Cutoff DOB” actually mean for this merit list?
Ans. The Cutoff Date of Birth (DOB) serves as a strict age limit for selected candidates in a given block and category. To stay eligible, your birth date must be on or before this exact date. Anyone born later than the stated cutoff is considered ineligible, even if their roll number was listed.
Q3. If I wasn’t selected this time, can I try again later?
Ans. Absolutely. The Jharkhand Home Guard usually holds new recruitment drives every year. You can submit a fresh application as soon as the next official advertisement drops. It helps to look at this year’s cutoff marks for your block so you know what score to aim for next time.
Q4. Why do some blocks mention a “Widow” seat?
Ans. Based on official guidelines, one specific seat is kept reserved for eligible widows in certain blocks like Bundu, Itki, Khelari, Ormanjhi, Rahe, Silli, and Tamar. If you meet the criteria for this category, you’ll be considered for that dedicated position.
Q5. I made the merit list, what’s my next step?
Ans. Making the provisional list is a great start. Up next, you will need to go through document verification and pass a medical fitness test. Keep a close eye on the Ranchi District website or your phone for an official call letter telling you exactly when and where to go.
Q6. Can someone born after 28/11/2025 join?
Ans. No, the official notice is clear that candidates born on or after 28/11/2025 are ineligible for this cycle. You must have been born before this date to move forward with the enrollment process.
Q7. What if my name is on the list but I haven’t received a call letter yet?
Ans. If you see your roll number but haven’t gotten any official notification, it’s best to reach out to the District Information Officer-cum-Member Secretary of the Jharkhand Grah Raksha Vahini in Ranchi. You can also visit the district office directly to double-check that they have your correct contact information.
Q8. Will the results be printed in local papers?
Ans. Yes, the administration has directed that the merit list be published across all daily newspapers in Ranchi District. You can easily pick up a copy or just view the digital file on the official NIC portal.
What to Do Next
Check the Jharkhand Home Guard Merit List 2026 immediately by searching your roll number in your block’s respective male or female list. Note the cutoff marks and cutoff date of birth for your block to confirm your eligibility. If you are selected, collect the merit list printout and watch for the official call letter for document verification and medical tests; if you are not selected, review the cutoff marks to understand the gap and mark the date when the next recruitment notification is expected.
