Jharkhand PCS 2026 Exam Date Announced, Registration Starts January 31

The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially announced the schedule for the Combined Civil Services Preliminary Direct Recruitment Examination 2026. The commission will fill a total of 103 vacancies through this recruitment drive.

Interested candidates can apply online starting January 31, 2026, on the official JPSC website, jpsc.gov.in. The last date to submit applications is February 14, 2026, with the application window closing at 5 PM.

Jharkhand PCS 2026 Important Dates

According to the JPSC annual calendar, the preliminary examination is scheduled for March 8, 2026. Candidates who qualify will be eligible to appear for the main examination, which will be held on May 2, 3, and 4. The interview rounds are planned for June 16 to 19, 2026.

Vacancies to be Filled

The recruitment will cover the following posts:

• Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) – 42 posts
• Deputy Collector – 28 posts
• Assistant Municipal Commissioner – 10 posts
• District Public Relations Officer – 10 posts
• Probation Officer – 4 posts
• Assistant Director (Social Welfare) – 3 posts
• District Commandant – 2 posts
• Assistant Registrar and Jail Superintendent – 2 posts

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a graduate degree from a recognised institution. Physical fitness standards apply as follows:

• Male candidates from General, Backward, and Extremely Backward Classes: Minimum height 165 cm
• Male candidates from Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes: Minimum height 162 cm
• Female candidates from General, Backward, and Extremely Backward Classes: Minimum height 155 cm
• Female candidates from Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes: Minimum height 152 cm

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview. Candidates must clear each stage to move forward in the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Applicants should follow these steps to complete the registration:

1. Visit the official website jpsc.gov.in.
2. Click on the online application link on the homepage.
3. Select the JPSC PCS 2026 registration link and register using a valid mobile number and email address.
4. Fill in the application form and upload required documents.
5. Pay the application fee as directed.
6. Generate a PDF of the completed application form and keep a printout for reference.

Applicants are advised to carefully follow the instructions provided on the official website to ensure successful submission of their applications.