The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has released the official notification for the Combined Civil Services Competitive Examination 2025, opening applications for 103 vacancies across nine key state services. With top administrative and police roles on offer, including Deputy Collector and Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), the exam is among the most sought-after state-level recruitments this year.
Key Dates to Remember
The online application window opens on January 31, 2026, and will close on February 14, 2026, at 5 pm. Candidates must complete the fee payment by February 16, 2026.
- Preliminary Exam: March 8, 2026
- Main Examination: May 2 to May 4, 2026
- Interview (Tentative): June 16 to June 19, 2026
There is no restriction on the number of attempts, provided candidates meet the prescribed age criteria.
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Vacancy Details at a Glance
The recruitment drive covers nine services with the following major posts:
| Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Block Development Officer / Circle Officer / District Panchayat Officer | 28 |
| Police Superintendent (Home, Jail & Disaster Management) | 42 |
| Assistant Town Planner / Urban Development Officer | 10 |
| Inspector / District Public Relations Officer | 10 |
| Other notified posts (combined) | 13 |
| Total | 103 |
Category-wise distribution includes 50 UR, 26 SC, 7 ST, 6 EBC-I, 8 EBC-II and 6 EWS posts.
Selection Process Explained
The selection will be carried out in three stages—Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Interview.
Candidates shortlisted in the prelims (up to 15 times the total vacancies) will be eligible for the mains. The final merit list will be prepared based on marks secured in the main exam and interview.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
To move ahead to the interview stage, candidates must secure:
- 40% – General category
- 36.5% – Backward Class (BC)
- 34% – Extremely Backward Class (EBC)
The interview will carry 100 marks, with no minimum qualifying score.
Limited Posts in Certain Services
Some departments have very few openings this year:
- District Samadeshta (Home): 2 posts
- Probation Officer (Home): 4 posts
- Assistant Director (Women & Child Development): 3 posts
- Assistant Registrar (Agriculture & Cooperatives): 2 posts
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Reservation Details
There is no horizontal reservation for sportspersons or tribal categories this year. However:
- Two posts are reserved for women (Deputy Collector and DSP)
- Seven posts are reserved for persons with disabilities
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online through the official JPSC website:
- Visit jpsc.gov.in
- Open the Combined Civil Services Examination 2025 notification
- Complete registration and fill the application form
- Upload required documents, photo and signature
- Pay the examination fee online
- Submit and download the application for reference
The detailed notification is available on the commission’s website for eligibility criteria, syllabus and exam guidelines.
