Young graduates preparing for government jobs now have a major opportunity in Jharkhand, as the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission has announced recruitment for more than 600 posts across various departments, including the state health department.
The commission has released an official notification for the Jharkhand Technical/Specialized Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination 2026. Through this recruitment drive, eligible candidates with technical or specialized qualifications will be appointed to multiple regular and backlog vacancies in different government departments.
Interested candidates will be able to apply online from June 1, 2026.
More Than 600 Vacancies Announced
According to the official notification, recruitment will be conducted for approximately 611 posts under the combined competitive examination process.
The vacancies include appointments in several technical and specialized roles such as:
- Vector-Borne Disease Inspector
- Laboratory Assistant
- Block Statistical Supervisor
- Auditor
- Dairy Technical Officer
- Fisheries Extension Supervisor
- Junior Scientific Assistant
Officials say the recruitment aims to strengthen staffing across multiple state departments by hiring technically qualified graduates.
Important Dates for JSSC Recruitment 2026
Candidates planning to apply should carefully note the important deadlines announced by JSSC.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | June 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 30, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | July 5 to July 10, 2026 |
The commission has stated that online applications can be submitted until midnight on June 30.
Candidates will also receive an opportunity to correct errors in submitted forms between July 5 and July 10.
Recruitment Details at a Glance
| Recruitment Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026 |
| Exam Name | Jharkhand Technical/Specialized Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 611 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Selection Process | CBT Prelims and Mains |
| Exam Language | Hindi and English |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark deduction for wrong answers |
Candidates can apply through the official JSSC portal:
Selection Process Will Include CBT Exams
Unlike direct merit-based recruitment, JSSC will conduct a two-stage Computer-Based Test (CBT) process for selection.
The recruitment examination will include:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
Officials have confirmed that negative marking will apply during the exam. For every incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted, while each correct answer will carry three marks.
Educational Qualification Varies by Post
The educational eligibility criteria differ depending on the post applied for.
Candidates must ensure they fulfill all qualification requirements before the last date of application submission. Authorities have clarified that eligibility verification will take place during later stages of recruitment, and admission to the examination will remain provisional initially.
Experts advise candidates to carefully read the official notification before applying to avoid disqualification later.
Age Limit and Relaxation Rules
The minimum age limit for all posts is 21 years.
The upper age limit varies depending on the specific post and category. Age calculation will be based on August 1, 2025.
Reserved category candidates will receive age relaxation benefits according to Jharkhand government rules.
Authorities have also clarified that candidates eligible under both PwD and ex-serviceman categories can claim relaxation under only one category.
For Junior Scientific Assistant posts, age calculation may depend on the date of first appointment in service.
Application Fee Details
Candidates will need to pay examination fees through online mode only.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS / OBC / Other State Candidates | ₹100 |
| Jharkhand SC/ST Candidates | ₹50 |
| Jharkhand PwD Candidates (40% or more disability) | No Fee |
Officials have clarified that the examination fee will be non-refundable.
Strong Opportunity for Technical Graduates
Recruitment experts believe this JSSC drive could become one of the major government employment opportunities for technically qualified graduates in Jharkhand during 2026.
Since the vacancies cover multiple departments and technical roles, candidates with science, statistics, fisheries, laboratory, and technical educational backgrounds are expected to show strong participation.
Interested applicants are advised to begin preparing required documents and eligibility certificates early to avoid last-minute issues during the application process.
With more than 600 vacancies available and recruitment spread across several important government departments, the JSSC Recruitment 2026 drive is expected to attract significant attention from job seekers across the state.
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