14th JPSC Recruitment 2026 Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) Combined Civil Services Exam.
14th JPSC Recruitment 2026 – Complete Guide | Vacancy | Eligibility | Important Dates | How to Apply
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has started the process for the 14th Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination (JPSC CCE) 2026, one of the most awaited state government recruiting events for administrative and allied services.
official website — www.jpsc.gov.in
1️⃣ About the Vacancy – 14th JPSC 2026
The 14th JPSC Combined Civil Services Exam (CCE) is a state-level recruiting exam conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) to fill Group A and B civil service posts under the Government of Jharkhand.
This exam is typically conducted to appoint candidates to various administrative, police, tax, finance, and general services like:
- Deputy Collector
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy. SP)
- State Tax Officer (STO)
- Probation Officer
- Jharkhand Education Service
- District Commandant and other similar roles
2️⃣ Total Vacancy (Category-wise)
➤ Total Vacancies: To be announced soon in the official JPSC notification.
Once the official 14th JPSC notification is released, detailed category-wise breakups like UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST will be updated here and on JPSC’s official portal.
General—50
Ews –06
Obc—06
Sc—07
St–26
Others—18
Total–103
3️⃣ Qualification & Eligibility
Candidates need to satisfy the following basic eligibility:
✅ Educational Qualification:
Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
✅ Age Limit:
Typically, 21 to 35 years (upper age relaxed as per government norms for reserved categories).
✅ Nationality:
Indian citizens (Jharkhand domicile is generally preferred).
👉 Specific qualifications (e.g., for police or specialised roles) will be detailed in the official notification.
4️⃣ Selection Procedure
The selection process is multi-stage, designed to test knowledge, skills and suitability:
- Preliminary Examination (Prelims)
- Objective-type screening test
- Qualifies candidates for mains
- Main Examination (Mains)
- Descriptive papers
- In-depth knowledge assessment
- Interview / Personality Test
- Final stage to assess suitability, leadership, communication skills
- Physical Test (if applicable)
- Only for posts like Dy. SP where physical standards are required.
5️⃣ Important Dates – 14th JPSC 2026 (Tentative)
The 2026 exam calendar has been officially released by JPSC, covering several recruitments including the Combined Civil Services exam. The exact date for the Civil Services Prelims is part of this schedule:
| Activity | Tentative Date |
| Notification Release | 29.01.26 |
| Online Application Start | 31.01.2026 |
| Last Date for Application | 14.02.26 |
| Prelims Exam | 08th March 2026 (tentative) |
| Mains Exam | May 02-04 & 09-11, 2026 (tentative) |
| Interview | Mid-June 2026 (tentative) |
6️⃣ Salary & Job Profile
Selected candidates are appointed to Jharkhand government civil services with pay scales as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, typically:
- Pay Band / Basic Salary: From ~₹53,100 up to ₹1,44,200+ depending on service and level
- Additional allowances like DA, HRA, TA, etc., also apply as per government norms.
These positions offer not just competitive salaries but excellent job security and career growth.
7️⃣ Important Links & Official Websites
🔗 JPSC Official Website: https://www.jpsc.gov.in
🔗 Exam Calendar PDF: Available under the “Exam/Interview Calendar” section
🔗 Apply Online (when open): Through JPSC’s online portal
Bookmark the official portal for authenticated notifications and updates.
8️⃣ Form Fill-Up Step-by-Step (Online)
Here’s the complete walkthrough once applications open:
✅ STEP 1: Visit the Official Portal
Go to 👉 www.jpsc.gov.in and look for “Online Application”.
✅ STEP 2: One-Time Registration (OTR)
Register using active email, mobile number and create login credentials.
✅ STEP 3: Login & Choose Recruitment
Login and select the 14th JPSC Recruitment 2026 link when it appears.
✅ STEP 4: Fill Personal & Academic Details
Enter your details (education, DOB, address, category, etc.) accurately.
✅ STEP 5: Upload Documents
Upload scanned photo, signature, ID proof, category certificate as applicable.
✅ STEP 6: Pay Application Fees
Pay via debit/credit/net banking or UPI — fees vary by category.
✅ STEP 7: Review & Submit
Check all inputs carefully, then submit and download the confirmation page.
✅ STEP 8: Take Printout
Save a printed copy for future reference (admit card, interview, etc.).
