JPSC Mains Exam 2026
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) conducts the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination (JCCSE) to recruit eligible candidates for various Group A and Group B administrative posts in different departments of the Government of Jharkhand. Candidates who qualify the Preliminary Examination are eligible to appear for the JPSC Civil Services Main (Written) Examination, which is the second stage of the recruitment process.
Candidates who qualified in the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination-2025 [Advertisement No. 01/2026] can apply online for the JPSC Civil Services Main (Written) Examination 2026 through the official website. Shortlisted candidates are advised to complete the application process within the prescribed schedule and regularly check the official website for the latest updates regarding the admit card and examination.
JPSC Mains Exam Overview
Candidates can check the important details related to the Main Examination below.
| Examination Name | Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Main (Written) Examination-2025 |
| Recruitment | Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Public Service Commission |
| Examination Mode | Offline (Written Examination) |
| Examination Level | Mains |
| Official Website | jpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
Candidates can check the complete schedule for the JPSC Civil Services Main Examination below.
| Preliminary Result | 02 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 14 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | Before Examination |
| Main Examination | 18, 19 & 20 July 2026 |
| Result | To Be Announced |
JPSC Civil Services Mains Exam Date 2026
The JPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2026 will be conducted on 18 July, 19 July and 20 July 2026 at various examination centres in Ranchi. The examination will be held in two shifts each day and will consist of six descriptive papers.
Candidates should carefully check the examination schedule and reporting time mentioned on their admit card before appearing for the examination.
| Date | First Shift (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) | Second Shift (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| 18 July 2026 | Paper-I | Paper-II |
| 19 July 2026 | Paper-III | Paper-IV |
| 20 July 2026 | Paper-V | Paper-VI |
Important Links
Candidates can use the following links to access the latest updates related to the Main Examination.
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
| OTR Registration Guide | Click Here |
| Main Examination Notice | Download |
| Preliminary Result PDF | Download |
| Admit Card | Coming Soon |
| Main Examination Schedule | Download |
| Official OTR Portal | jpscotr.com |
| Official Website | jpsc.gov.in |
| Get Latest Updates on WhatsApp | Click Here |
JPSC Civil Services Mains Exam
Candidates who have qualified in the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination-2025 [Advertisement No. 01/2026] are eligible to appear for the JPSC Civil Services Mains Exam 2026. The Main Examination is the second stage of the selection process and will be conducted in offline (descriptive) mode at designated examination centres.
The Commission has scheduled the JPSC Civil Services Mains Examination on 18, 19 and 20 July 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the online application process within the prescribed schedule and regularly check the official JPSC website for updates regarding the admit card, examination instructions, and other important announcements.
JPSC Civil Services Mains Admit Card
The JPSC Civil Services Mains Admit Card will be released online by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) a few days before the commencement of the Main Examination. Candidates who have successfully submitted the Mains application form will be able to download their admit card from the official JPSC website using their Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
The admit card is a mandatory document for appearing in the examination and will contain important details such as:
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number
- Registration Number
- Examination Date
- Examination Centre
- Reporting Time
- Exam Shift
- Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must carefully verify all the details printed on the admit card after downloading it. On the day of the examination, they should carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo identity proof to the examination centre. Entry to the examination hall will not be permitted without the admit card and the required identification documents.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while submitting the online application for the Main Examination.
- Graduation Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Residential Certificate
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (for Government Employees)
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Valid Mobile Number
- Email ID
Selection Process
The JPSC Civil Services Recruitment consists of the following stages:
| Stage | Process |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Preliminary Examination |
| Stage 2 | Main (Written) Examination |
| Stage 3 | Interview / Personality Test |
| Stage 4 | Document Verification |
| Stage 5 | Final Merit List |
Only candidates qualifying each stage will be eligible for the next stage of the recruitment process.
How to Apply for JPSC Civil Services Mains Exam?
Eligible candidates can submit the JPSC Civil Services Mains Application Form through the JPSC Online/OTR Portal by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official JPSC Online/OTR Portal.
- Log in using your registered User ID and Password.
- Select the relevant recruitment or examination from the dashboard.
- Fill in the online application form with the required personal, educational, and other details.
- Upload the prescribed documents, photograph, and signature in the specified format.
- Preview the application form and verify all the entered information carefully.
- Submit the application form before the last date.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
- If required by the Commission, submit the printed application form along with the prescribed documents within the notified schedule.
Candidates are advised to keep their login credentials safe and regularly check the official JPSC portal for updates regarding the application status, admit card, examination schedule, and other recruitment-related notifications.
