Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024 : Apply for 445 Posts of Sub Inspector, Guardsman, Driver etc
Civil Defence & Home Guards Organization in Meghalaya invites applications from Indian citizens domiciled in the state for various positions including Sub-Inspectors, Guardsman, Drivers, and Non-Combatant Employees (NCE). The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 445 vacancies across different ranks. Interested candidates must apply before the deadline of May 1st, 2024. Detailed information regarding eligibility criteria, application process, and selection procedure is provided below.
|
Position |
Vacancies |
Salary (Scale of Pay) |
Age |
Educational Qualification |
|
Sub-Inspectors |
4 |
Level-9 |
20-27 |
Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized University/Institution |
|
Guardsman |
284 |
Level-3 |
18-27 |
Class IX Passed |
|
Driver |
17 |
Level-3 |
18-27 |
Class IX Passed with valid HMV/LMV driving license issued by competent authority |
|
Non-Combatant Employees |
140 |
Level-1 |
18-32 |
Class V Passed |
Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024 Important Dates:
Application Availability: From 1st April 2024
Last Date to Apply: 1st May 2024
Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024 Selection Procedure:
Candidates will undergo a rigorous selection process including Physical Efficiency Test, Written Examination, Interview, and Medical Test. The selection criteria vary for each position and are detailed below:
Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024 Selection Procedure:
|
Post |
Selection Procedure |
Exams/Interview |
|
Sub-Inspector |
Physical Efficiency Test (100 marks), Written Examination (300 marks), Interview (50 marks) |
Written Test, Personal Interview, Physical Measurement Test |
|
Guardsman |
Physical Efficiency Test (200 marks), Written Examination (200 marks), Interview (50 marks) |
Written Test, Personal Interview, Physical Measurement Test |
|
Driver |
Physical Efficiency Test (200 marks), Written Examination (200 marks), Interview (50 marks) |
Written Test, Personal Interview, Driving Test |
|
Non Combatant Employee |
Physical Efficiency Test (200 marks), Trade Test/Interview (50 marks) |
Trade Test, Interview |
Scheme of Recruitment Test:
For Sub-Inspectors: Consists of Physical Efficiency Test (100 Marks), Written Examination (300 Marks), and Interview (50 Marks). Total marks: 450.
For Guardsman, Driver, and equivalent ranks: Includes Physical Efficiency Test (200 Marks), Written Examination (200 Marks), and Interview (50 Marks). Total marks: 450.
For Non-combatant Employees: Comprises Physical Efficiency Test (200 Marks) and Trade Test/Interview (50 Marks). Total marks: 250.
Medical Test: Conducted for candidates who qualify in the Written Test, ensuring they meet specified medical standards.
Candidates should be free from:-
- Bad eyesight.
- Knock Knees.
- Any other defects in the body.
- Any debilitating disease which in the opinion of the doctor is likely to impede the candidates’ functioning in the Civil Defence and Home Guards Department.
Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates failing to meet minimum height requirements will be rejected, and further tests will not be conducted for them.
Registration and Authentication of Candidates: After PMT, candidates register at the Physical Efficiency Test counters, where biometric data is captured for authentication.
5 KM Race for Male and 3 KM for Female Candidates: Each candidate is issued an RFID tag for timing during the Physical Efficiency Test. Male candidates must complete the 5 KM race within 24 minutes, while female candidates must finish the 3 KM race within 19 minutes.
Written Examination: Candidates qualifying in the Physical Efficiency Test proceed to the written examination. For Sub-Inspectors, it includes three papers: General English, Elementary Mathematics/Reasoning/Science, and General Knowledge. For Guardsman, Driver, and equivalent posts, there's one paper covering English, Arithmetic, and General Awareness. No written test for Non-combatant Employees.
Personal Interview: Candidates with twice the number of vacancies will be called for the interview from among those who qualified in the Physical Efficiency Test and Written Test, except for Non-combatant Employees, where only those who qualify in the Physical Efficiency Test will be called.
How to Apply for Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024
Application forms are available from April 1st, 2024 onwards at designated offices upon payment of Rs.50/-. Completed applications, along with attested copies of required documents, must be submitted by hand or by registered post to District Home Guards Commandant offices or District Training Centers. Applications received after the deadline or incomplete applications will not be entertained.
Applications should include attested copies of educational certificates, birth certificate, caste/domicile certificate, and training certificates for relevant positions.
Application form will be available with effect from the 1st of April, 2024 onwards through offices of the DISTRICT HOME GUARDS COMMANDANT SHILLONG/ JOWAI /TURA, DISTRICT TRAINING CENTERS NONGSTOIN/ MAWKYRWAT, NONGPOH, WILLIAMNAGAR, RESUBELPARA, BAGHMARA, AMPATI AND CENTRAL TRAINING INSTITUTE, CIVIL DEFENCE & HOME GUARDS, MAWDIANGDIANG, SHILLONG, on payment of Rs.50/- (Rupees fifty rupees) only.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Who is eligible to apply for Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024 ?
Indian citizens domiciled in Meghalaya meeting the specified age and educational qualifications are eligible.
What is the last date to apply for Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024 ?
The last date for receipt of applications is 1st May 2024. Late applications will not be entertained.
Is there any relaxation in age for SC/ST candidates for Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024 ?
Yes, there is a relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit for SC/ST candidates as per government policy.
How will the selection process for Meghalaya Home Guard Recruitment 2024 be conducted?
The selection process includes Physical Efficiency Test, Written Examination, Interview, and Medical Test, varying as per the position.
Where can I find detailed information about the recruitment process?
Detailed information can be obtained from designated offices mentioned in the advertisement and the official website of Meghalaya Civil Defence & Home Guards.
Is there any provision for women candidates?
Yes, 10% of vacancies in the post of Guardsman are reserved for women candidates as per rules.
What documents are required to be submitted with the application?
Applicants must submit attested copies of educational certificates, birth certificate, caste/domicile certificate, and training certificates (if applicable) with the application.
