Kamal Ghorui
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released an important notification regarding the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services (Backlog) Preliminary Competitive Examination 2025 under Advertisement No. 05/2026. The commission has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for a total of 45 vacancies across various state government departments.Candidates can submit their applications through the One Time Registration (OTR) system on the official website, www.jpsc.gov.in, within the specified timeline.
JPSC application dates and exam schedule
The online application process will begin on March 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM and will remain open until April 6, 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Candidates must complete their application within this window to be considered for the recruitment process.The last date to pay the examination fee is April 8, 2026 (till 5:00 PM). The preliminary examination is scheduled to be conducted on May 10, 2026. However, the commission has noted that the exam date may change depending on circumstances.
How to apply for JPSC Combined Civil Services (Backlog) 2025
Follow these steps to complete your application smoothly:
- Go to the Jharkhand Public Service Commission website: www.jpsc.gov.in
- If you are a new user, register yourself through the OTR system by providing basic details like name, email ID, and mobile number. Existing users can log in directly.
- After logging in, select Advertisement No. 05/2026 and fill in all required details such as personal information, educational qualifications, and category.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other necessary documents as per the prescribed format.
- Submit the examination fee online using available payment modes before April 8, 2026.
- Carefully verify all entered details before final submission. Once submitted, download and print a copy of the application form for future reference.
Direct link to apply for JPSC 2025 recruitment.
Important instructions for candidates
Before filling out the application form, candidates are advised to carefully read the detailed advertisement and instructions available on the official JPSC website. The recruitment drive aims to fill backlog vacancies across multiple services and cadres under the Jharkhand government.For any queries related to the application or advertisement, candidates can contact the commission’s helpline numbers, +91 9431301636, +91 9431301419, and 8929883832, between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
