JPSC Unveils Major Recruitment Drive for Civil Services 2025
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially announced the Combined Civil Services Competitive Examination 2025, marking a significant opportunity for aspirants seeking prestigious government positions in the state. This recruitment initiative aims to fill a total of 103 vacancies across nine distinct state services, making it one of the most substantial state-level recruitment exercises of the year.
Prestigious Posts and Application Timeline
This comprehensive recruitment process encompasses several high-profile administrative and police roles, including the coveted positions of Deputy Collector and Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP). The online application portal will be activated starting from 31st January 2026, with the submission window remaining open until 14th February 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Prospective candidates should mark their calendars for the examination dates. The preliminary examination is scheduled for 8th March 2026, followed by the main examination, which will be conducted from 2nd May 2026 to 4th May 2026. A noteworthy aspect of this recruitment is the unlimited attempt policy; candidates are permitted to appear for the examination as many times as they desire, provided they meet the prescribed age criteria.
Detailed Vacancy Distribution Across Services
The Combined Civil Services Examination 2025 offers 103 vacancies distributed among nine different services. The post-wise and category-wise allocation of these positions is detailed below:
- Block Development Officer / Circle Officer / District Panchayat Officer: 28 posts (12 UR, 8 SC, 2 ST, 2 EBC-I, 2 EBC-II, 2 EWS)
- Police Superintendent (Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department): 42 posts (18 UR, 11 SC, 4 ST, 3 EBC-I, 4 EBC-II, 2 EWS)
- District Coordinator (Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department): 2 posts (1 UR, 0 SC, 0 ST, 0 EBC-I, 1 EBC-II, 0 EWS)
- Prison Superintendent (Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department): 4 posts (2 UR, 0 SC, 0 ST, 0 EBC-I, 2 EBC-II, 0 EWS)
- Assistant Director, Industries, Mines & Labour Department: 3 posts (2 UR, 1 SC, 0 ST, 0 EBC-I, 0 EBC-II, 0 EWS)
- Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies Department (Cooperative Branch): 2 posts (1 UR, 1 SC, 0 ST, 0 EBC-I, 0 EBC-II, 0 EWS)
- Assistant Town Planner / Urban Development Officer (Urban Development & Housing Department): 10 posts (6 UR, 2 SC, 1 ST, 1 EBC-I, 0 EBC-II, 0 EWS)
- Assistant Director (Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department): 2 posts (2 UR, 0 SC, 0 ST, 0 EBC-I, 0 EBC-II, 0 EWS)
- Inspector / District Public Relations Officer / Public Relations Officer (Information & Public Relations Department): 10 posts (6 UR, 3 SC, 0 ST, 0 EBC-I, 1 EBC-II, 0 EWS)
The cumulative breakdown reveals a total of 50 UR, 26 SC, 7 ST, 6 EBC-I, 8 EBC-II, and 6 EWS vacancies.
Examination Schedule and Selection Methodology
According to the commission's official announcement, the preliminary examination will be held on 8 March 2026. Candidates who successfully clear this stage—with shortlisting limited to up to 15 times the total number of vacancies—will advance to the main examination, slated for 2 to 4 May 2026.
The subsequent interview phase is tentatively planned between 16 and 19 June 2026. The final merit list will be formulated based on the combined scores obtained in the main examination and the interview, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of candidates' capabilities.
Minimum Qualifying Marks and Interview Criteria
To progress to the main examination, candidates must achieve the following minimum qualifying marks:
- General category: 40% marks
- Extremely Backward Classes (EBC): 34% marks
- Backward Classes (BC): 36.5% marks
The interview will carry a weightage of 100 marks. Notably, the commission has not prescribed any minimum qualifying marks for this stage, allowing for a more flexible assessment of candidates' interpersonal and analytical skills.
Limited Vacancies in Specific Services
Certain services feature a restricted number of posts, highlighting the competitive nature of this recruitment. For instance:
- District Samadeshta (Home Department): 2 posts (1 UR, 1 BC)
- Probation Officer (Home Department): 4 posts (2 UR, 2 BC)
- Assistant Director (Women and Child Development Department): 3 posts (2 UR, 1 ST)
- Assistant Registrar (Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperatives Department): 2 posts (1 UR, 1 ST)
Reservation Policies for 2025 Recruitment
This year's recruitment notice specifies that there is no horizontal reservation for tribal or sportsperson categories. However, the commission has introduced specific reservations to promote inclusivity:
- Women candidates: Reservation for two posts (Deputy Collector and DSP)
- Persons with disabilities: Reservation for seven posts
Step-by-Step Guide to Online Application
Aspirants can submit their applications by adhering to the following procedure:
- Access the official JPSC website.
- Locate and click on the notification for the Combined Civil Services Examination 2025.
- Complete the online registration process to generate login credentials.
- Fill out the application form meticulously, entering all required personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, along with a recent photograph and signature, as per the specified format and size.
- Pay the examination fee online by 16 February 2026 (5:00 PM) to validate the application.
- Submit the finalized application form and download a copy for future reference and record-keeping.
Prospective candidates are strongly advised to thoroughly review the official JPSC notification to ensure compliance with all eligibility criteria and procedural requirements. This recruitment presents a golden opportunity for individuals aspiring to contribute to Jharkhand's administrative framework and public service ecosystem.
