APSC Home Guards Answer Key 2026: Paper-I Provisional Key Out — Latest Update
Update (Answer Key): The Assam Public Service Commission has released the APSC Home Guards Answer Key 2026 (provisional) for the Screening Test (OMR-based MCQ) for Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards, Advt. No. 02/2026. It covers Paper-I: General Ability and Intelligence Test (200 marks, 2 hours), held on 04 October 2026, with a separate key of 100 answers for each of the four series — A, B, C and D. Match the key to the series of your own question paper before you check your responses; under the advertisement, Paper-II is evaluated only for candidates who qualify Paper-I. The key PDF does not state any objection window, fee or deadline, and it does not cover Paper-II, so watch the APSC website for any notice on challenges and the next stage.
👉 Download APSC Home Guards Paper-I Provisional Answer Key (Series A–D)
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Assam PSC Home Guards 2026 — A Class-I Officer Opportunity for Assam Graduates
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 02/2026) for 22 vacancies in the Assam Home Guards Services under the Home and Political Department, Government of Assam. This is a Pay Band-3 Class-I officer post with a pay scale of ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 plus Grade Pay ₹11,800, open to any graduate from Assam.
Online applications were accepted from 08 May 2026 to 07 June 2026, with fee payment up to 09 June 2026, and Paper-I of the screening test was held on 04 October 2026. The selection process is rigorous — Written Examination (Paper-I + Paper-II), Physical Standards Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Medical Examination and Interview. Read this complete APSC Home Guards 2026 guide on GovtJobsAlert.in for vacancy split, eligibility, fees, exam pattern and the application steps candidates followed. For more openings, visit our Assam government jobs page.
What are the Key Highlights of APSC Home Guards Recruitment 2026?
The Class-I (Junior Grade) post is an officer-level entry into the Assam Home Guards Services under the Home and Political Department, Government of Assam.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Department | Home and Political Department, Govt. of Assam |
| Advertisement Number | 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards |
| Total Vacancies | 22 |
| Pay Scale | ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 + Grade Pay ₹11,800 (Pay Band-3) |
| Job Location | Across Assam |
| Application Window | 08 May 2026 to 07 June 2026 (closed) |
| Paper-I Exam Date | 04 October 2026 (provisional answer key released) |
| Selection Mode | Written Exam → PST → PET → Medical → Interview |
If you are a graduate seeking government jobs at the officer level in Assam, this is a focused single-post recruitment with strong career prospects.
How Many Vacancies are in APSC Home Guards Recruitment 2026?
The 22 vacancies are reserved across the standard Assam state categories.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Open / Unreserved | 13 |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 |
| Tea Tribe & Adivasi | 0 |
| SC | 2 |
| ST (Plains) | 3 |
| ST (Hills) | 1 |
| Total | 22 |
Horizontal reservation includes 7 posts Reserved for Women (RFW) and 1 post for Ex-Servicemen — within the 22 total. No post is reserved for PwBD in this advertisement.
What is the Eligibility for APSC Home Guards 2026?
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Graduate degree in any discipline from a University recognised by Government. All semester / year mark sheets and the final pass certificate must be uploaded with the application.
Domicile Requirement
Candidates must be Indian Citizens (as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution) and permanent residents of Assam. Either a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam or an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate is accepted as proof of residency.
Age Limit
The age limit is 21 to 38 years as on 01 January 2026. Standard category-wise relaxation applies.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years (up to 43 years) |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 years (up to 41 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | Maximum age 50 years as on 01-01-2026 |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC / MOBC) | Further +3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | Further +5 years |
Physical & Medical Standards
This is a uniformed force role with strict physical and medical standards.
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height (Male) | 165 cm (UR/OBC/SC), 162 cm (ST) |
| Height (Female) | 157 cm (UR/OBC/SC), 152.40 cm (ST) |
| Chest (Male / Female) | Normal 80 cm, Expansion 85 cm (ST Hills: 78 cm, 83 cm) |
| PET 100m race | 16 seconds for males, 18 seconds for females |
| PET 800m race | 3 min 45 sec for males, 4 min 45 sec for females |
| Long jump | 3.5 m for males, 3.0 m for females (3 chances) |
| Eye sight | Distant vision 6/6 and 6/9 of two eyes without correction |
| General | No TB, high BP, diabetes, asthma, knock knees, varicose veins; no stammering |
PET and Medical Tests are conducted centrally at Guwahati by SLPRB. Pregnancy at the time of PET is a disqualification, and a pregnant female candidate will be rejected.
What is the Salary for APSC Home Guards 2026?
This is a Class-I officer post in Pay Band-3 with the following structure.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹22,000 – ₹97,000 |
| Grade Pay | ₹11,800 |
| Pay Band | Pay Band-3 |
| Allowances | Usual allowances as admissible to Assam State Government employees |
Allowances are paid as admissible to Assam State Government employees, on top of the pay scale and Grade Pay.
What is the Selection Process for APSC Home Guards 2026?
The selection process is rigorous and conducted in six stages.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination — Paper I (200 marks) | General Ability and Intelligence Test in English. Topics include General Mental Ability, General Science, Current Events, Indian Polity & Economy, History of India, Indian and World Geography. Objective MCQ format. |
| Written Examination — Paper II (200 marks) | General Studies, Essay and Comprehension. Part A — Essay (80 marks) in Assamese or English. Part B — Comprehension, Précis and Communication (120 marks) in English only. Paper-II is evaluated only for candidates who qualify Paper-I. |
| Physical Standards Test (PST) | Verification of height, chest and other prescribed physical standards. |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | 100m race, 800m race and long jump. |
| Medical Standards Test | Comprehensive medical fitness check. |
| Interview / Personality Test (50 marks) | Conducted by APSC for shortlisted candidates. |
The advertisement also lists these disqualification and rejection rules.
| Rule | What the advertisement says |
|---|---|
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form will disqualify a candidate |
| Interview documents | Originals listed in the interview intimation letter must be produced at the interview, failing which the candidate will not be allowed to appear |
| Wrong information | Wrong, erroneous or incorrect information in the application form may lead to disqualification from appearing for any post advertised by the Commission, for a period it specifies |
| False declaration | The application will be rejected if any false declaration or statement is detected |
| Category change | No candidate may change the category or sub-category claimed in the original application at any stage |
| Fee | Applications without the prescribed fee were not considered and summarily rejected |
Final merit is prepared on the basis of marks in Written Examination + Interview. Browse our exam syllabus and pattern updates for detailed APSC preparation guides.
How to Apply Online for APSC Home Guards 2026?
The application window closed on 07 June 2026; these steps are kept for reference. Applications were accepted only through the APSC Recruitment Portal, and Common Service Centres (CSCs) could also be used by candidates without internet banking facilities.
- Visit the APSC Recruitment Portal (link in Essential Links below).
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with a valid email and active mobile number.
- Login with credentials and fill the registration details.
- Read the eligibility carefully and fill the online application form for the Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards post.
- Upload required documents in PDF (max 4 MB, 200 dpi greyscale).
- Upload a recent photograph (50–200 KB, not older than 3 months) and signature (50–200 KB).
- Tick the declaration checkbox, preview the application and click “Proceed to Pay”.
- Pay the prescribed fee online and take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
After final submission, no editing or withdrawal is allowed. Date of birth and category cannot be changed at any later stage.
When was the APSC Home Guards Exam 2026 Held? Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 05 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09 June 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Examination Date | |
| Paper-I Provisional Answer Key | Released (Series A, B, C and D) |
| Objection Window | Not stated in the answer key — check apsc.nic.in |
What is the Application Fee for APSC Home Guards 2026?
The application fee includes APSC examination fee plus a CSC-SPV processing charge of ₹47.20.
| Category | Fee Payable (incl. ₹47.20 processing) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹297.20 |
| OBC / MOBC | ₹197.20 |
| SC, ST, BPL and PwBD | ₹47.20 |
Payment was online via the APSC Recruitment Portal (bank/GRAS) or CSCs. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable.
How to Download APSC Home Guards Answer Key 2026? Essential Links
- Download APSC Home Guards Paper-I Provisional Answer Key (Series A–D)
- Download Official Notification PDF
- APSC Recruitment Portal (Application Window Closed)
- Visit APSC Home Guards Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Assam Govt Jobs
The APSC Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards 2026 recruitment for 22 officer-cadre posts has moved to the evaluation stage: the provisional APSC Home Guards Answer Key 2026 for the 04 October 2026 Paper-I screening test is out. Match the key to your own series, keep an eye on APSC for any objection notice, and keep preparing for the physical, medical and interview stages that follow the written exam. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in and our Assam government jobs page for more updates.