The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) will conduct the Sixth Limited Competitive Examination on December 5-6. This time, recruitment will be for 508 posts. This examination, being held after seven years, is a significant opportunity for positions including Deputy Collector.
JPSC 2025: Great news for candidates who have been waiting for a long time in Jharkhand. The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has announced the conduct of the Sixth Limited Competitive Examination for the posts of Deputy Collector under the State Administrative Service, after a gap of 7 years. This examination will be held on December 5 and 6.
This year's examination is not just for Deputy Collector posts; JPSC has also announced tentative dates for a total of nine other competitive examinations. Through all these examinations, a total of 508 posts will be filled in the state.
Sixth Limited Competitive Examination: A Seven-Year Wait
The advertisement for the Sixth Limited Competitive Examination for Deputy Collector posts under the State Administrative Service was issued on September 25, 2018. However, due to various reasons, the examination could not be conducted, and candidates had to wait for an extended period.
Now, after seven years, JPSC has announced the dates for its written examination. The examination will be held on December 5 and 6. Through this examination, 28 posts of Deputy Collector will be filled.
Tentative Dates for Competitive Examinations Also Announced
JPSC has not only announced the dates for the Sixth Limited Competitive Examination but has also shared tentative dates for a total of nine competitive examinations. The commission has clarified that these dates are tentative and may be revised as per necessity.
The list of these competitive examinations is as follows:
- Dental Surgeon – Interview, September 21-22, 23 posts
- Assistant Public Prosecutor (Backlog) – Preliminary Examination, October 04-05, 26 posts
- Assistant Public Prosecutor (Recruitment) – Preliminary Examination, October 10-11, 134 posts
- Range Forest Officer – Main Examination, October 31 to November 02, 170 posts
- Assistant Conservator of Forest – Main Examination, November 07-10, 78 posts
- Project Manager – Written Examination, November 21-22, 30 posts
- Sixth Limited Competitive Examination – Written Examination, December 05-06, 28 posts
- Factory Inspector Recruitment – Written Examination, December 12-13, 14 posts
- Evaporation Inspector Recruitment – Written Examination, December 19-20, 05 posts
Process for the Sixth Limited Competitive Examination
The process for the Sixth Limited Competitive Examination began in September 2018. Subsequently, in compliance with a court order on May 20, 2025, personnel appointed on compassionate grounds were also declared eligible, and their applications were accepted.
In this year's examination, after succeeding in the written exam, candidates may also have to appear for an interview and a physical examination. JPSC aims to select qualified and capable candidates who can efficiently serve in the state administration.
Significance of Recruitment and Opportunity for Candidates
A total of 508 posts will be filled through the Sixth Limited Competitive Examination and the other nine competitive examinations. This is a significant opportunity for candidates who have waited for this examination for years.
Experts believe that the appointment of Deputy Collectors and other posts in the State Administrative Service will enhance the efficiency of the state's administrative machinery. This recruitment is not just an employment opportunity but is also crucial for improving governance and service delivery in the state.
Advice for Candidates
Candidates should finalize their preparation according to the dates announced by JPSC. To succeed in the written examination, studying the syllabus and previous years' question papers is important.
Additionally, candidates are advised to arrive at the examination center on time, carry their application form and identification, and adhere to the guidelines issued by the commission.
