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JPSC CSE 2026
JPSC Combined Civil Services Examination · झारखंड संयुक्त असैनिक सेवा प्रतियोगिता परीक्षा
What is JPSC CSE?
The JPSC Combined Civil Services Examination recruits officers for the Jharkhand Administrative Service, Jharkhand Police Service and other state civil services through Preliminary, Main and interview stages.
The Preliminary exam has two objective General Studies papers, including one focused on Jharkhand. The Main exam is descriptive, followed by an interview.
- Conducting body
- JPSC
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university
- Age limit
- 21–35 years
- Exam stages
- 4 stages: Preliminary — Paper I (General Studies), Preliminary — Paper II (General Studies, Jharkhand-specific), Main examination, Interview
- 2026 vacancies
- 103 vacancies
- Negative marking
- As per notification
JPSC Combined Civil Services 2026 (Advt. 01/2026): important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Preliminary exam | 19 Apr 2026 |
| Prelims result | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Main exam | To be announced |
Latest JPSC CSE updates
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How to apply for JPSC CSE
- 1Open jpsc.gov.in and use the 'Online Application' section for the Combined Civil Services advertisement
- 2Complete registration to get your registration ID and password
- 3Fill in the form, upload documents, photograph and signature
- 4Pay the fee online
- 5Note the application/request number and print the form
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JPSC CSE eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
- Age limit
- 21–35 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India.
JPSC CSE exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary — Paper I (General Studies) | Objective, OMR | 100 | 200 | 120 min |
| Preliminary — Paper II (General Studies, Jharkhand-specific) | Objective, OMR | 100 | 200 | 120 min |
| Main examination | Descriptive | — | — | — |
| Interview | Interview | — | 100 | — |
JPSC CSE syllabus
Preliminary
General Studies I
History of India and the state, Indian national movement, Geography of India and the state, Indian polity and governance, Economic and social development, Environment and ecology, General science, Current events
Preliminary
General Studies II (Jharkhand)
History of Jharkhand, Jharkhand movement, Geography of Jharkhand, Economy of Jharkhand, Tribal communities, culture and festivals, Jharkhand-specific laws and policies
Selection process
- 1Preliminary examination
- 2Main examination
- 3Interview
- 4Final merit
How to prepare for JPSC CSE
- Paper II is entirely Jharkhand-specific — build dedicated notes on Jharkhand history, geography and tribal culture.
Practice for JPSC CSE
Reading the syllabus is step one. Timed practice under the real JPSC CSE pattern is what moves your score. Our partner platform EduJha offers practice with instant scoring and explanations.
JPSC CSE: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for JPSC CSE?
The age limit for JPSC CSE is 21–35 years (as on the cut-off date in the advertisement). Upper age relaxation: BC-I / BC-II (Jharkhand) 2 years, Women (UR / BC) 3 years, SC / ST (Jharkhand) 5 years.
What is the educational qualification for JPSC CSE?
To apply for JPSC CSE: Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
What is the selection process of JPSC CSE?
The JPSC CSE selection process is: Preliminary examination → Main examination → Interview → Final merit.
Is there negative marking in JPSC CSE?
The marking scheme for JPSC CSE, including any negative marking, is specified in each official notification.
How to apply for JPSC CSE?
Apply online on the official portal (https://www.jpsc.gov.in): 1) Open jpsc.gov.in and use the 'Online Application' section for the Combined Civil Services advertisement; 2) Complete registration to get your registration ID and password; 3) Fill in the form, upload documents, photograph and signature; 4) Pay the fee online; 5) Note the application/request number and print the form.
How many vacancies are there in JPSC CSE 2026?
JPSC Combined Civil Services 2026 (Advt. 01/2026) has 103 notified vacancies, as per the official notification.