The JPSC has confirmed the exam date for 103 vacancies, including Deputy Collector, DSP, District Commander, and Assistant Director positions. The preliminary examination will take place on Sunday, 19th April 2026, across two shifts.
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has issued the official notification regarding the Combined Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 under Advt. No. 01/2026. The JPSC Prelims exam for 103 Group A and B vacancies is set for 19th April 2026. Candidates should note that exam city details were released on 8th April 2026, with admit cards scheduled for release on 14th April 2026. Explore this guide for comprehensive exam details.
JPSC Notification 2026 PDF
The JPSC Combined Civil Services Notification 2026 (Advt. No. 01/2026) provides critical information, including post-wise vacancy distribution, registration deadlines, application fees, the selection process, and salary structure. You can download the official notification PDF directly via the link provided below.
JPSC Combined Civil Services Exam 2026 Summary
The JPSC 2026 recruitment drive aims to fill prestigious state service roles, including Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), District Commander, and Assistant Director, among others.
| JPSC Notification 2026 Highlights | |
| Organization | Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) |
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination 2025 |
| Posts | Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), District Commander, Assistant Director, and other posts |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 103 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| JPSC CCE Exam Date 2026 | 19th April 2026 (Sunday) |
| Job Location | Jharkhand |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Interview |
| Official Website | www.jpsc.gov.in |
JPSC CCE Prelims Exam Date 2026 Out
According to the official announcement, the JPSC Combined Civil Services Preliminary Examination will be held on 19th April 2026 (Sunday). The exam consists of two papers: General Studies I (10 am to 12 pm) and General Studies II (3 pm to 5 pm). Admit cards will be available starting 14th April 2026 at the official portal, www.jpsc.gov.in.
JPSC Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The JPSC has released the complete schedule, including registration and examination dates. The Prelims exam is firmly scheduled for 19th April 2026. Please refer to the upcoming table for all crucial examination milestones.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification | 29th January 2026 |
| Registration Starts | 31st January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Reopened) | 9th March 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 10th March 2026 |
| JPSC Exam City 2026 |
8th April 2026 |
| JPSC Admit Card 2026 | 14th April 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 19th April 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mains Exam Date | 2nd to 4th May 2026 |
Jharkhand JPSC Vacancy 2026
This recruitment drive presents an excellent opportunity for candidates pursuing administrative careers in state government. Review the vacancy table for specific details on the roles offered through the JPSC Notification 2026.
| Posts & Departments | Department | Total | UR | SC | ST | (EBC-I) | (EBC-II) | (EWS) |
| Deputy Collector (उप समाहर्ता) | Corporate, Administrative Reforms and Official Language Department | 28 | 12 | 08 | 02 | 02 | 02 | 02 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (पुलिस उपाधीक्षक) | Home, Prisons and Disaster Management Department | 42 | 18 | 11 | 04 | 03 | 02 | 04 |
| District Commandant (जिला समादेष्टा) | Home, Prisons and Disaster Management Department | 02 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| Management Officer (प्रबंधन पदाधिकारी) | Home, Prisons and Disaster Management Department | 04 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| Assistant Director (सहायक निदेशक) | Planning, Labour Development and Social Security Department | 03 | 02 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Assistant Registrar, (Cooperation Branch) सहायक निबंधक, गृह पंजीयन एवं सहकारिता विभाग (सहकारिता शाखा) |
Home Registration and Cooperation Department | 02 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Assistant Municipal Commissioner / Executive Officer / Urban Development Officer (सहायक नगर आयुक्त / कार्यपालक पदाधिकारी / शहरी विकास पदाधिकारी) | Urban Development and Housing Department | 10 | 06 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 |
| Superintendent (अधीक्षक) | Home, Prisons and Disaster Management Department | 02 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Director – Public Relations Officer / Public Relations Officer (निदेशक – जनसंपर्क पदाधिकारी / जनसंपर्क पदाधिकारी) | Information and Public Relations Department | 10 | 06 | 03 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| Total | 103 | 50 | 26 | 07 | 06 | 08 | 06 |
JPSC 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must verify that they meet the prescribed eligibility criteria for the 2026 recruitment. As outlined in the official notification, requirements include specific educational qualifications and age limitations.
Education Qualification
Candidates must hold a degree from a University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature, or from an institution deemed to be a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956.
Age Limit (as on 01/08/2026)
- Minimum Age – 21 years
- Maximum Age – 35 years
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| Extremely Backward Classes /Backward Classes | 02 years |
| Female (Unreserved/Extremely Backward Classes/ Backward Classes | 03 years |
| Scheduled Tribes/Scheduled Castes (Male and Female) | 05 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 10 years in their respective category |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years in their respective category |
No. of Attempts
For the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination, there is no limit on the number of attempts. However, candidates must ensure they strictly meet all educational and age criteria to be eligible for participation.
JPSC Application Form 2026 Link
Alongside the exam date announcement, the Commission has extended the application window via the One Time Registration (OTR) system until 9th March 2026 (5 pm). Eligible candidates are encouraged to complete their applications promptly.
JPSC Application Fee 2026
The application fee structure is detailed in the official notification. Candidates under UR/EWS/EBC categories are required to pay Rs. 100, while SC/ST candidates from Jharkhand are eligible for a reduced fee of Rs. 50.
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR/EWS/EBC | Rs. 100 + bank charges |
| SC/ST of Jharkhand | Rs. 50 + bank charges |
Steps to Fill JPSC Application Form 2026
- Go to the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) home page and click on the “Online Application” tab.
- Click on the link for “Combined Civil Services Examination-2026.” If you are a new user, select “Click Here for New Registration” to create your profile using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with your generated Registration ID and Password. Enter your name (as per Matriculation certificate), father’s name, date of birth, and educational qualifications accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of the following in the prescribed formats:
Photograph: Recent passport-size colour photo (15–25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg).
Signature: Scanned signature in running hand (10–15 KB, .jpg/.jpeg). - Log in again after one working day (typically after 12:00 PM) to complete the payment.
- Review all details carefully before the final submit, as no changes are permitted afterward. Once submitted, download and print the Registration Slip and application form for future reference
Jharkhand JPSC 2026 Selection Process
The final merit list is determined by the cumulative scores from the Main (Written) Examination and the Interview, excluding Paper I. The JPSC 2026 selection process consists of three distinct stages:
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective type - Qualifying)
Stage 2: Mains Examination (Written test - Scoring)
Stage 3: Interview (Scoring)
Note: The final merit list will be calculated based on the combined marks of the Mains and the Interview.
Jharkhand JPSC 2026 Exam Pattern
JPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2026: Question papers will be available in both Hindi and English. The exam consists of two compulsory papers, each worth 200 marks, featuring multiple-choice objective questions.
| Jharkhand JPSC 2026 Prelims Exam Pattern | |||
| Papers | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General Studies – I | 100 | 200 | 02 hours |
| General Studies – II | 100 | 200 | 02 hours |
| Total | 200 | 400 | 04 hours |
JPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2026: Paper 1 serves as a qualifying test (minimum 30 marks required). Scores from Papers 2 through 6 will be calculated for the final selection.
| Jharkhand JPSC 2026 Mains Exam Pattern | ||
| Papers | Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1- (i) General Hindi- 50 marks and (ii) General English- 50 marks | 100 | 3 hours |
| Paper 2- Language and Literature | 150 | 3 hours |
| Paper 3- Social Sciences, having two distinct sections on (i) History & (ii) Geography | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 4- Indian Constitution & Polity, Public Administration & Good Governance | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 5- Indian Economy, Globalisation and Sustainable Development | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 6- General Sciences, Environment & Technology Development | 200 | 3 hours |
| Total | 950 | — |
JPSC Exam 2026- Minimum Qualifying Marks
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifying marks established by the Commission to progress to the Mains examination and to be considered for the interview stage.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| Unserved Category | 40% |
| Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and Females | 32% |
| Extremely Backward Classes | 34% |
| Backward Classes | 36.5% |
| Economically Weaker Section | 40% |
JPSC Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 - Check Here
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Jharkhand JPSC 2026 Salary
Successful candidates will receive an attractive salary ranging from Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800, with a Grade Pay of Rs. 5,400, along with additional government allowances and benefits.
| Post Name | Salary | Grade Pay |
| Various Posts | Rs. 53100/- to 167800/- (Pay Band 9300 to 34800) | Grade Pay- Rs. 5400 |
FAQs
What is the selection process for Jharkhand JPSC Vacancy 2026?
The JPSC selection process for 2026 comprises three stages: the Preliminary Examination, the Mains Examination, and the Personality Test/Interview.
Which posts are to be released through JPSC Notification 2026?
The JPSC Notification 2026 covers various state-level administrative posts, including Deputy Collector, DSP, District Commander, and Assistant Director.
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