JPSC Civil Services 2026: Official Notification Released for 103 Vacancies

New Delhi, january 30, 2026: The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Civil Services Examination 2025-26. This year, the commission has announced 103 vacancies for various prestigious Group A and Group B posts, including Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), and Assistant Municipal Commissioner.

Aspiring candidates can access the detailed advertisement (Advt. No. 01/2026) on the official website at jpsc.gov.in.

Key Dates to Remember

For candidates planning to sit for the exam, keeping track of the timeline is crucial. The application window is relatively short:

• Notification Release: January 29, 2026
• Online Application Starts: January 31, 2026
• Last Date to Apply: February 14, 2026 (until 5:00 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: February 16, 2026
• Preliminary Exam Date: March 8, 2026
• Main Examination: May 2 to May 4, 2026
• Interview/Personality Test: June 16–19, 2026 (Tentative)

Vacancy Breakdown

The 103 posts are distributed across various departments. Notable positions include:

• Deputy Collector: 28 posts
• Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP): 42 posts
• Assistant Municipal Commissioner/Executive Officer: 10 posts
• Inspector/Public Relations Officer: 10 posts
• Other Posts: Includes Jail Superintendent, Assistant Registrar, and Probation Officer.

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, ensure you meet the following requirements:

1. Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university. Candidates in their final year/semester are generally not eligible unless they possess the degree by the application deadline.
2. Age Limit (as of August 1, 2026):
   • Minimum Age: 21 years
   • Maximum Age: 35 years (for Unreserved/EWS)
   • Relaxations: BC-I/BC-II (37 years), Female (UR/BC) (38 years), and SC/ST (40 years).
3. Physical Standards: For police and prison services, specific height and chest measurements apply as per state rules.

Examination Pattern

The JPSC selection process remains a rigorous three-stage journey:

• Preliminary Exam: Two objective papers (General Studies I & II). This stage is qualifying in nature to shortlist candidates for the Mains.
• Main Exam: Six descriptive papers covering languages, literature, and social sciences. Total marks: 950.
• Interview: A personality test worth 100 marks. The final merit list is prepared based on the combined score of the Mains and the Interview.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official portal: www.jpsc.gov.in.
2. Click on the “Online Application” link for Advt. No. 01/2026.
3. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR).
4. Fill in the application form and upload the required documents (Photo & Signature).
5. Pay the application fee (₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS; ₹50 for SC/ST of Jharkhand).
6. Submit and print the confirmation page.