Police Constable (GD/JAP/IRB) 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
Last updated: 5 June 2026
JSSC JCCE written exam has two OMR papers of 300 marks each (600 total). Paper 1 tests regional/tribal language knowledge and is qualifying — candidates need minimum 30% (90 marks). Paper 2 (Hindi, GK, Numerical Ability) determines merit. Each question carries 3 marks; 1 mark deducted per wrong answer.
Board
JSSC
Vacancies
4,919
Qualification
10th Pass (Matric)
Exam Pattern
- Paper 1 — Regional/Tribal Language: 100 Q · 300 marks · 2 hours · Qualifying (min. 30%)
- Paper 2 — Hindi (50 Q) + GK (25 Q) + Numerical Ability (25 Q): 100 Q · 300 marks · 2 hours
- +3 marks per correct answer · −1 mark per wrong answer on both papers
- PET/PST and Medical are qualifying only — no marks added to written score
- Candidates clearing PET are called for Medical at ~3× the vacancy count
| Paper / Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — Regional / Tribal Language | 100 | 300 |
| Paper 2 — Hindi Language | 50 | 150 |
| Paper 2 — General Knowledge | 25 | 75 |
| Paper 2 — Numerical Ability | 25 | 75 |
| Total Written | 200 | 600 |
Syllabus — Subject-wise Topics
Paper 1 — Regional / Tribal Language (Qualifying)
- Knowledge of local/tribal language of Jharkhand — Santali, Mundari, Ho, Kurukh, Kharia, Nagpuri, Khortha, Panch Pargania, Kurmali, Bhumij or as notified
- Reading comprehension, grammar and vocabulary in the chosen regional language
- Translation between Hindi and regional language
- Minimum 30% (90 marks) required — marks not added to final merit
Paper 2 — Hindi Language (50 Questions, 150 Marks)
- Hindi grammar — sandhi, samas, alankar, vyakaran
- Synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitutions
- Idioms (muhavare), proverbs (lokokti)
- Reading comprehension and sentence correction
- Fill in the blanks and error spotting
Paper 2 — General Knowledge (25 Questions, 75 Marks)
- Jharkhand history, geography, tribal culture and current affairs
- Indian history, polity, Constitution and national movement
- General science — physics, chemistry, biology (Class 8–10 level)
- Sports, awards, books, important days and national events
- Economy, government schemes and environment
Paper 2 — Numerical Ability (25 Questions, 75 Marks)
- Number system, simplification, HCF/LCM
- Percentage, ratio, profit & loss, simple interest
- Time & work, time-speed-distance, averages
- Mensuration and basic geometry
- Data interpretation and mental arithmetic
Selection Process
- Physical Standard Test (PST) — height & chest measurement (General: 160 cm / 81 cm chest; SC/ST: 155 cm / 79 cm; Female: 148 cm min)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Male: 10 km run within 60 min · Female: 5 km run within 30 min (qualifying, no marks)
- Medical Examination — fitness assessment; ~3× vacancies shortlisted from PET
- Written Examination — JCCE Paper 1 (Regional/Tribal Language, 300 marks, qualifying 30%) + Paper 2 (Hindi, GK, Numerical, 300 marks)
- Document Verification — original certificates, domicile, category proof
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