The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) Combined Civil Services Examination is the state's most prestigious exam for recruitment to various administrative posts like Deputy Collector and Deputy Superintendent of Police. To succeed in this challenging three-stage exam, a thorough understanding of the unique syllabus and the latest exam pattern for the Preliminary, Main, and Interview stages is the first and most crucial step. A key feature of the JPSC exam is the heavy emphasis on Jharkhand-specific knowledge in both Prelims and Mains.
This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the JPSC CCE syllabus and the detailed exam structure to help you create a winning preparation strategy for 2025.
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JPSC 2025: Exam Overview & Pattern
The JPSC selection process is a three-stage journey. The final merit list is prepared based on the total marks obtained in the Main (Written) Exam and the Interview.
Preliminary Exam Pattern (Qualifying)
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies - I | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | General Studies - II (Jharkhand Specific) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 200 | 400 | ||
Marking Scheme for Prelims:
- Correct Answer: +2 marks.
- Negative Marking: There is No Negative Marking for incorrect answers.
- Nature of Exam: Objective type (MCQs), qualifying in nature.
Main Exam Pattern (Merit Deciding)
The Main Exam consists of six papers, all of which are subjective (descriptive) in nature.
| Paper | Subject | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Hindi & General English (Qualifying) | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper II | Language and Literature | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Paper III | Social Sciences (History and Geography) | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper IV | Indian Constitution, Polity, Public Administration & Good Governance | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper V | Indian Economy, Globalization and Sustainable Development | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper VI | General Sciences, Environment & Technology Development | 200 | 3 Hours |
Key Points for Mains:
- Paper I (Hindi/English): This paper is qualifying in nature. Candidates must secure at least 30 marks to be eligible for the evaluation of other papers.
- Merit Calculation: The final merit is calculated based on the marks from Papers II, III, IV, V, and VI, totaling 950 marks, plus the marks from the Interview.
Interview Stage
Candidates who qualify the Main exam are called for the final stage, the Personal Interview. The interview carries 100 marks.
JPSC Syllabus 2025: In-Depth Topic Breakdown
Success in the JPSC exams depends on a deep understanding of every topic, with a special emphasis on the state of Jharkhand.
Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus
| Subject / Exam Stage | In-Depth Topics & Chapters |
|---|---|
| Prelims: General Studies - I |
This paper covers a broad range of national and international topics.
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| Prelims: General Studies - II (Jharkhand Specific) |
This paper is entirely dedicated to the state of Jharkhand.
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| Mains: Paper III (Social Sciences) |
This descriptive paper is divided equally between History and Geography.
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| Mains: Paper IV (Polity & Public Administration) |
This descriptive paper is divided equally between the two subjects.
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(Candidates are advised to download the official syllabus PDF from JPSC.gov.in for complete details.)
FAQs: JPSC Syllabus 2025
Q1: Is there negative marking in the JPSC Preliminary exam?
Ans: No, as per the established pattern, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the JPSC Preliminary examination, which is a significant advantage for aspirants.
Q2: Are the marks of the Preliminary exam counted for the final merit list?
Ans: No, the Preliminary exam is only a screening test to shortlist candidates for the Main examination. The final merit list is based on the combined score of the Mains (950 marks) and the Interview (100 marks).
Q3: How important is the Jharkhand-specific knowledge for this exam?
Ans: It is extremely important. There is a dedicated 200-mark paper (GS Paper-II) on Jharkhand in the Prelims. Additionally, a significant portion of the Mains papers (Paper III, IV, V, VI) includes questions specifically related to the history, geography, polity, and economy of Jharkhand.
Q4: What is the nature of the Mains exam papers?
Ans: All six papers of the JPSC Main Examination are subjective and descriptive in nature, requiring candidates to write detailed answers.
Q5: What is the weightage of the Interview in the final selection?
Ans: The final merit list is prepared out of a total of 1050 marks (950 for Mains + 100 for Interview). The interview carries a weightage of approximately 9.5% in the final selection, which can be a deciding factor for securing a top rank.