🏛️ JPSC Combined Civil Services Exam 2025Advertisement 01/2026 | Jharkhand Public Service Commission, Ranchi |
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📅 Important Dates & Timeline |
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| Online Application Start Date | 26 February 2026 (Extended) | |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 09 March 2026 (05:00 PM) 🔴 Extended | |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 March 2026 (05:00 PM) 🔴 Extended | |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 12 April 2026 ✅ Confirmed | |
| Model Answer Key Release | 13 April 2026 (Expected) | |
| Objection on Answer Key | 13 April – 22 April 2026 | |
| Main Exam Date | To be announced | |
| Admit Card | Before Exam (Notify at govtexam.study) | |
| 📌 Note: Dates extended vide Sankalp No. 1093, dated 21-02-2026. Candidates who already applied do NOT need to apply again. | ||
👤 Age Limit & Eligibility |
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| Maximum Age Reference Date | 01 August 2022 | |
| Minimum Age Reference Date | 01 August 2026 | |
| As per Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination Rules, 2021 and Amendments. Refer detailed advertisement for category-wise relaxation. | ||
💰 Application Fee Details |
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| Category | Examination Fee | |
| Unreserved / EWS / EBC (Annexure-I) / BC (Annexure-II) | ₹ 100/- | |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (Jharkhand) | ₹ 50/- | |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (≥40% disability) | Exempted | |
| Payment Mode: Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, Wallet, Bharat QR, UPI via Payment Gateway | ||
📊 Vacancy Details (Total: 103 Posts) |
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| Post Name | Department | Posts |
| Deputy Collector (उप समाहर्ता) | Law, Administrative Reform & Rajbhasha Department | 28 |
| Police Deputy Superintendent | Home, Prison & Disaster Management Department | 42 |
| District Examiner (जिला समादेख) | Home, Prison & Disaster Management Department | 2 |
| Admission Officer (प्रवेशन पदाधिकारी) | Home, Prison & Disaster Management Department | 4 |
| Other Posts (Check Notification) | 27 | |
| ℹ️ Check all JPSC notifications, admit cards, and results at govtexam.study/ | ||
⚙️ Selection Process |
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| Three-Tier Selection Process:
1. Preliminary Examination: Objective Type — 12 April 2026 ✅ 2. Main Examination: Written Descriptive — 6 Papers (950 marks) 3. Interview / Personality Test: 100 marks |
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📝 Preliminary Exam Syllabus Highlights |
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| Paper-I (General Studies): • History of India — 15 questions • Geography of India — 10 questions • Indian Polity & Governance — 10 questions • Economic & Sustainable Development — 10 questions • General Science, Agriculture & Technology — 15 questions • Jharkhand Specific Questions — 10 questions • National & International Current Events — 15 questions • General Miscellaneous — 15 questions Paper-II (General Studies — Jharkhand Focus): |
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📝 How to Apply — Step by Step |
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| Step 1 | Visit jpscotr.com and complete One Time Registration (OTR) with valid mobile and email | |
| Step 2 | Login with OTR credentials at jpsc.gov.in, select "Combined Civil Services Exam 2025" and fill all details carefully | |
| Step 3 | Upload passport photo, signature and required certificates as per your category | |
| Step 4 | Pay exam fee online before 10 March 2026, 05:00 PM | |
| Step 5 | Submit application, download the filled form and save printout for future reference | |
| 📌 Note: Candidates who already applied earlier do NOT need to apply again. No documents needed with online form — originals required only at interview stage. | ||
⚠️ Important Instructions |
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| • Caste Certificate: Must be from competent authority of Jharkhand in prescribed format • PwD Certificate: Min 40% disability certificate from competent medical board • Medical Standards: Strict standards for Police & District Examiner posts • Mobile/Email: Use your own — not someone else's • No Changes: No modifications after final submission • Unfair Means: Disqualification + criminal prosecution • Name/DOB: Must match 10th certificate exactly |
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🔗 Important Links |
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| Apply Online | Apply Here | |
| OTR Registration | Register Here | |
| Extended Date Press Release PDF | Download PDF | |
| Detailed Advertisement PDF | Download PDF | |
| Exam Syllabus & Pattern | View Syllabus | |
| Join Telegram for Instant Updates | @govtexam_study | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new last date for JPSC Combined Civil Services 2025?
The last date for online application submission has been extended to 09 March 2026, until 05:00 PM.
When is the JPSC Prelim Exam 2025-26 scheduled?
The JPSC Preliminary Examination is officially confirmed to be conducted on 12 April 2026.
What is the application fee for JPSC 2025 for General category?
The examination fee for Unreserved, EWS, and OBC (BC-I/BC-II) candidates is ₹100 plus bank charges.
Do I need to apply again if I have already submitted my form?
No, candidates who have already successfully applied during the previous window do NOT need to apply again.
How many vacancies are released in JPSC Advt 01/2026?
A total of 103 posts have been released, including 28 posts for Deputy Collector and 42 posts for DSP.