The Bihar Home Guard and Fire Services has announced a recruitment drive to fill 15,000 Home Guard positions across 37 districts in Bihar. The application process began on March 27, 2025, and will remain open until April 16, 2025. citeturn0search0
**Vacancy Distribution:**
- Patna: 1,479 posts
- Gaya: 909 posts
- Darbhanga: 741 posts
- Samastipur: 731 posts
- Nalanda: 812 posts
- Bhagalpur: 666 posts
- Other districts, including Rohtas, Bhojpur, Siwan, Katihar, and Madhubani, also have multiple openings. citeturn0search2
**Eligibility Criteria:**
- **Educational Qualification:** Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination or an equivalent from a recognized board. citeturn0search2
- **Age Limit:** Applicants should be between 19 and 40 years old as of January 1, 2025. citeturn0search2
**Physical Standards:**
- **For Male Candidates:**
- Height: Minimum 162.56 cm
- Chest: Minimum 79 cm (unexpanded)
- Running: 1.6 km in 6 minutes
- High Jump: Minimum 4 feet
- Long Jump: Minimum 12 feet
- Gola Fek: Throw a 16-pound ball at least 16 feet
- **For Female Candidates:**
- Height: Minimum 153 cm
- Running: 800 meters in 5 minutes
- High Jump: Minimum 3 feet
- Long Jump: Minimum 9 feet
- Gola Fek: Throw a 12-pound ball at least 10 feet
**Selection Process:**
1. **Physical Efficiency Test (PET):** Candidates will undergo physical tests as outlined above.
2. **Medical Examination:** Those who pass the PET will be medically examined.
3. **Document Verification:** Verification of all necessary documents.
**Application Process:**
1. Visit the official website: [onlinebhg.bihar.gov.in](https://onlinebhg.bihar.gov.in/).
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link.
3. Register by providing personal details such as name, mobile number, and email ID.
4. Log in using the registration credentials.
5. Fill out the application form with accurate information.
6. Upload necessary documents, including a photograph and signature.
7. Pay the application fee:
- General/EWS/BC/EBC: ₹200
- SC/ST: ₹100
8. Submit the application and print the confirmation page for future reference.