📢 JPSC Civil Services 2026 Notification Out – Complete Guide (Vacancies, Syllabus, Pattern & Preparation)

The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially released the JPSC Civil Services 2026 Notification under Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the Combined Civil Services Examination – 2025 to fill a total of 103 vacancies across various administrative and allied government services.

This is a major opportunity for aspirants aiming for state-level civil services posts like Deputy Collector, DSP, Block Development Officer, Urban Development Officer and more under the Government of Jharkhand.

🗓️ Important Dates (2026 Exam Cycle)

Here are the key timelines aspirants must remember:

• Notification Release: January 29, 2026

• Online Application Start: 31 January 2026

• Last Date to Apply: 14 February 2026

• Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 February 2026

• Preliminary Exam (Tentative): 8 March 2026

• Main Exam (Tentative): 2–4 May 2026

• Interview/Personality Test: To be announced soon

📍 Applications are submitted online via the official JPSC portal.

📊 Vacancies & Posts Overview

A total of 103 posts have been notified for JPSC Civil Services 2026, including roles such as:

• Deputy Collector

• Superintendent of Police (DSP)

• Assistant Town Planner / Urban Development Officer

• Block Development Officer / Circle Officer / District Panchayat Officer

• Prison Superintendent

• Assistant Director (Industries, Mines & Labour)

• Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies

• Inspector / Public Relations Officer

• And other allied posts

These positions span important administrative, law & order, and development roles in the Jharkhand state government.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

To appear in the JPSC Civil Services 2026 exam, candidates must meet the following:

📌 Educational Qualification

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university.

• Final-year students can apply provisionally, subject to documentary proof before the Main exam.

📌 Age Limit

• Minimum: 21 years

• Maximum: 35 years (age relaxed as per government norms — SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Women/PwBD)

📌 Nationality

• Must be an Indian citizen.

📌 Number of Attempts

• There is no fixed maximum attempt limit; candidates can appear as long as they meet eligibility conditions.

🧠 Selection Process

The JPSC Combined Civil Services Exam follows a three-stage selection process:

1. Preliminary Examination – Objective-type test

2. Main Examination – Descriptive written test

3. Interview / Personality Test – Final stage

Final selection is based on the candidate’s combined performance in Mains + Interview.

📝 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Below is the detailed pattern and syllabus for both Prelims and Mains:

📌 Preliminary Exam Pattern (Screening Test)

• Paper–I: General Studies – 200 Marks | 2 hours

• Paper–II: General Studies – Jharkhand Focus – 200 Marks | 2 hours

• Type: Objective (MCQs)

• Marks: Total 400

• Purpose: Only for qualifying/screening for Main exam.

Prelims Syllabus includes:

• Indian History & Jharkhand History

• Indian & Jharkhand Geography

• Polity & Constitution

• Economy & Sustainable Development

• Environment & Ecology

• Current Affairs (National/State)

• Jharkhand General Knowledge (Society, Culture, Economy)

📌 Main Exam Pattern (Descriptive)

The Main Exam includes six descriptive papers:

📝 Total Marks (Mains): 950
✔ Paper-I is qualifying (minimum marks required to pass).
✔ Papers II to VI carry weightage for final merit.

🎯 Interview / Personality Test

Candidates who clear the Mains are called for an Interview / Personality Test, assessing overall personality, decision-making, communication skills, and suitability for public service.

💡 Preparation Tips

To crack JPSC Civil Services 2026, keep these points in mind:
✔ Start preparation with a focus on Prelims + Mains integrated study.
✔ Cover both national and Jharkhand-specific topics thoroughly.
✔ Practice previous year papers and mock tests regularly.
✔ Strengthen current affairs (especially Jharkhand news and state schemes).
✔ Time management and answer writing practice are essential for Mains.

📌 Conclusion

The release of the JPSC Civil Services 2026 notification marks the official start of the journey for aspirants looking to serve in top administrative and law enforcement roles in Jharkhand. With 103 vacancies, a clear exam pattern, and a well-structured syllabus, aspirants should begin disciplined preparation right away.