The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially released the JPSC Notification 2026 for Civil Services, inviting applications for 103 vacancies across prestigious administrative and allied services under the Jharkhand Government. This recruitment drive opens a golden gateway for graduates aiming to secure a respected position in the state civil services.
The JPSC Civil Services Exam 2026 notification outlines all essential information, including eligibility criteria, important dates, application process, selection stages, and detailed exam pattern. With comprehensive guidelines provided, aspirants can confidently plan their preparation and complete the application process without confusion.
JPSC Notification 2026 Out
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially announced the JPSC Notification 2026 for the Combined Civil Services Examination, opening the door to prestigious government careers in Jharkhand.
The notification provides detailed information on vacancies, eligibility requirements, exam pattern, application procedure, and all important instructions, helping aspirants stay fully informed at every stage of the recruitment process.
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JPSC Civil Services 2026: Overview
The Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination 2026 is conducted to recruit candidates for administrative and allied services under the Jharkhand State Government through Prelims, Mains, and Interview, with final selection based on merit and service preference.
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Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Vacancy 2026
A total of 103 vacancies have been notified, distributed category-wise as per government reservation norms.
| Post | Total | UR | SC | ST | EBC I | EBC II | EWS |
| Block Development Officer / Circle Officer / District Panchayat Officer | 28 | 12 | 08 | 02 | 02 | 02 | 02 |
| Police Superintendent (Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department) | 42 | 18 | 11 | 04 | 03 | 02 | 04 |
| District Coordinator (Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department) | 02 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| Prison Superintendent (Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| Assistant Director, Industries, Mines & Labour Department | 03 | 02 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies Department (Cooperative Branch) | 02 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Assistant Town Planner / Urban Development Officer (Urban Development & Housing Department) | 10 | 06 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 |
| Assistant Director (Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department) | 02 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Inspector / District Public Relations Officer / Public Relations Officer (Information & Public Relations Department) | 10 | 06 | 03 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| Total | 103 | 50 | 26 | 07 | 06 | 08 | 06 |
JPSC Application Form 2026 for Civil Services
Eligible candidates can apply online for JPSC Civil Services 2026 through the official JPSC website from 31 January 2026. The last date to submit the JPSC application form is 14 February 2026, while the application fee payment window remains open until 16 February 2026.
To complete the application process, candidates must first finish One Time Registration (OTR), carefully fill in the online form, upload the required documents, and pay the prescribed application fee within the given timeline.
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JPSC Civil Services Exam Application Fees 2026
The application fee is determined as per the official notification for the JPSC Combined Civil Services Examination 2026 and must be paid while submitting the online JPSC application form 2026.
| Category | Application Fees |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST | ₹50/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking/UPI) |
Steps to Apply Online for the Jharkhand Combined Civil Exam 2026
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website by completing the registration and application process within the given deadline.
- Visit the official website of Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC).
- Click on Jharkhand Combined Civil Exam 2026 – Apply Online link.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not registered earlier.
- Login using your registration ID and password.
- Fill the online application form with personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents such as photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through online mode.
- Recheck all details carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Eligibility Criteria For JPSC Civil Services 2026
Candidates aspiring to appear for the JPSC Combined Civil Services Examination 2026 must ensure that they meet the eligibility conditions prescribed by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC). Only those who fulfill both educational qualification and age limit requirements will be considered for the recruitment process.
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or institution.
- Candidates who are in the final year of their graduation are also eligible to apply, provided they submit valid proof of qualification before the Main Examination or as notified by the Commission.
- Degrees obtained from foreign universities must be recognized by the Government of India.
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories such as SC, ST, OBC, EBC, EWS, women candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as per Jharkhand Government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
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| Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) / Backward Classes (BC) | 2 years |
| Female candidates (UR / EBC / BC) | 3 years |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) – Male & Female | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years (in their respective category) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years (in their respective category) |
Number of Attempts
For the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination (JPSC CSE) 2025, there is no limit on the number of attempts. Candidates can apply and appear for the exam as many times as they want, provided they meet the required educational qualifications and age limit specified in the eligibility criteria.
Jharkhand JPSC Civil Services 2026 Exam Pattern
The Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination (JPSC) 2026 is conducted in two stages: Prelims and Mains. The question papers are available in both Hindi and English.
JPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2026
The Prelims exam consists of two compulsory objective-type papers. Each paper carries 200 marks and is conducted for 2 hours.
| Paper | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
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| General Studies – I | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| General Studies – II | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Total | 200 | 400 | 4 hours |
- Questions are Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Prelims marks are used for screening purposes only
JPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2026
The Mains exam includes six descriptive papers.
- Paper 1 is qualifying in nature, and candidates must score at least 30 marks to qualify
- Marks obtained in Paper 2 to Paper 6 are counted for the final merit list
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
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| Paper 1 | General Hindi (50) + General English (50) | 100 | 3 hours |
| Paper 2 | Language and Literature | 150 | 3 hours |
| Paper 3 | Social Sciences (History & Geography) | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 4 | Indian Constitution & Polity, Public Administration & Good Governance | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 5 | Indian Economy, Globalisation & Sustainable Development | 200 | 3 hours |
| Paper 6 | General Science, Environment & Technology Development | 200 | 3 hours |
| Total | 950 |
JPSC Civil Services Selection Process 2026
The selection of candidates for various JPSC Civil Services posts will be carried out through a three-stage competitive examination process. Each stage is designed to assess different aspects of a candidate’s knowledge, analytical ability, and personality.
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Main Examination (Descriptive Type)
- Interview / Personality Test
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| JPSC Civil Services Syllabus |
| JPSC Previous Year Question Papers |
| JPSC Civil Services Salary |
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