The Delhi Home Guards recruitment 2024 has been announced with over 10,000 vacancies. This article covers important details regarding the selection process, written exam pattern, detailed syllabus topics and award of bonus marks for diverse criteria.
Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Directorate General of Home Guards |
| Vacancies | 10,285 |
| Post Name | Home Guard |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes |
Selection Process
The Delhi Home Guard selection involves 2 stages:
- Physical Measurement & Endurance Test (PMET)
- Written Test followed by Document Verification
Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed further.
Written Exam Pattern
The written exam comprises 80 multiple choice objective type questions of 1 mark each. The question paper is bilingual in Hindi and English. Maths and other subjects are covered. The duration is 90 minutes.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 80 | 80 |
Detailed Syllabus
The written test covers broad topics from the following subjects:
- Mathematics - Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry
- General Science - Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- History, Culture & Geography of Delhi
- Constitution of India
- Ancient Indian History
- Geography and Current Affairs
Questions are set as per high school difficulty level. Focus more on numerical ability, general knowledge and logical reasoning topics.
Bonus Marks Policy
Additional marks upto 20 are awarded to applicants meeting certain criteria:
- NCC Certificates - 5 for C, 3 for B, 2 for A
- Home Guard Experience - 10 marks for 3+ years
- Civil Defence Experience - 5 marks for 3+ years
- Instructor Course/Advance Course Certificates - 5 marks
Relevant documents need to be produced during verification stage.
Conclusion
The Delhi Home Guard exam focuses more on quantitative aptitude and general awareness. Thorough preparation as per the prescribed syllabus and pattern is essential to score high marks.
FAQs
Q1: How many total vacancies are available in Delhi Home Guards 2024?
A1: There are 10,285 Home Guard vacancies announced by the Directorate General this year.
Q2: What is the age limit for applying to Home Guard posts?
A2: The minimum age is 18 years while upper age limit is 55 years as on 1st Jan 2024.
Q3: How long is the written test duration?
A3: The written exam comprises 80 questions to be solved in 90 minutes.
Q4: What are the physical standards for male and female candidates?
A4: Detailed physical measurement criteria for height, chest etc. is provided in the official notification.
Q5: Is there negative marking in the written exam?
A5: No, there is no negative marking provision in the written test.
Q6: Which documents need to be produced during verification stage?
A6: All educational certificates, experience letters, proof of age, identity cards and bonus marks certificates as applicable.
