Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission Announces Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026

The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission has announced the Combined Graduate Level Examination for 2026, opening up 615 positions across various government departments. This recruitment is a significant opportunity for job seekers in Jharkhand, with specific educational qualifications and age limits set for applicants. The application process will begin on June 1st and end on June 30th, with a chance for corrections in early July. Read on for detailed information about the available positions and eligibility criteria.

By Ambika Singh May 9, 2026, 14:31 IST

Overview of the Recruitment Notification

The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has officially announced the Combined Graduate Level Examination for 2026. The application process for this recruitment initiative is expected to commence soon.

Significance of the Announcement

This announcement is a significant development for young individuals aspiring to secure government positions in Jharkhand. The JSSC aims to fill a total of 615 positions, which includes some backlog vacancies. This recruitment is particularly important for candidates who have been eagerly awaiting this opportunity.

Details of Available Positions

The recruitment will cover various government departments, with the following vacancies available:

2 positions for Assistant Entomologist

4 positions for Vector-Borne Disease Control Officer

42 positions for Vector-Borne Disease Inspector

228 combined positions for Block Statistical Supervisor and Junior Statistical Assistant

72 positions for Dairy Technical Officer

78 positions for Fisheries Supervisor

145 positions for Auditor

6 positions for Junior Scientific Assistant

1 position for Laboratory Assistant (Physics)

34 positions for Laboratory Assistant (Chemistry)

Eligibility Criteria for Applicants

Each position has specific educational requirements:

Assistant Entomologist: Postgraduate degree in Biology (Entomology)

Vector-Borne Disease Control Officer and Inspector: Bachelor’s degree in Science

Block Statistical Supervisor, Junior Statistical Assistant, and Investigator: Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics, Economics, or Statistics

Dairy Technical Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Technology or Dairy Science

Fisheries Extension Supervisor: Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science or Zoology

Auditor: Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, or Statistics

Junior Scientific Assistant: Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Science, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or Medical Sciences; laboratory experience may be required

Laboratory Assistant: Bachelor’s degree with Honors in the relevant subject

Age Limit for Applicants

The age requirements for applicants are as follows:

Minimum age: 21 years

Maximum age: 35 years for Unreserved and EWS candidates

37 years for Extremely Backward Classes and Backward Classes (Male)

38 years for Female candidates

40 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates

Examination Process

The selection will involve two stages: a Preliminary Examination and a Main Examination. The Preliminary Examination will consist of 120 questions, with a time limit of 2 hours. The breakdown of questions is as follows:

30 questions on General Studies

60 questions on Jharkhand-related knowledge

10 questions on General Mathematics

10 questions on General Science

10 questions assessing Mental Ability

Application Timeline

The online application process will open on June 1st and close on June 30th. Candidates can apply through the official JSSC website: jssc.jharkhand.gov.in. If there are any errors in the submitted applications, candidates will have the chance to make corrections from July 5th to July 10th.