Last updated: 5 June 2026
Civil Services (Combined) Exam 2026
| Exam Name | Authority | Eligibility | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Services (Combined) Exam 2026 | JPSC | Graduation (any discipline) | 10 May 2026 |
Jharkhand Public Service Commission · 342 vacancies · Apply by 10 May 2026
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Vacancies
342
Last Date
10 May 2026
Age Limit
21–35 yrs
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
How to Apply Online
Visit the official portal and create your registration account.
Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.
Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.
Resource Hub
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Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam — 200 marks (MCQ, Hindi medium primarily)
- Main Examination — 6 papers
- Interview — 100 marks
- Document Verification & Medical
Previous Year Indicative Cutoff
Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 98 | 200 | 49.0% |
| BC-I / BC-II (OBC) | 88 | 200 | 44.0% |
| SC | 78 | 200 | 39.0% |
| ST | 70 | 200 | 35.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- Jharkhand History & Culture — Santali, Munda, Oraon tribes, Birsa Munda, Jharkhand movement
- Jharkhand Geography — Chota Nagpur plateau, coal & iron ore belts, Damodar valley
- Jharkhand Economy & Tribal Development — mining, industrial corridors, tribal rights
- Indian Polity & Current Affairs — governance, Constitution, national events
Important Details
- Department: Jharkhand Public Service Commission
- Application window: 15 March 2026 – 10 May 2026
- Age cut-off date: 1 August 2027
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
- Tentative exam date: 18 October 2026
- Note: JPSC Civil Services 2026 — BDO, DySP, Treasury Officer and Jharkhand allied services. Prelims → Mains → Interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for Civil Services (Combined) Exam 2026? ▼
For the General category the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 35 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Sunday, 1 August 2027.
How do I apply for Civil Services (Combined) Exam 2026? ▼
Visit the authorised website for Jharkhand Public Service Commission (https://jpsc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Sunday, 10 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Civil Services (Combined) Exam 2026? ▼
The closing date was Sunday, 10 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 18 October 2026.