Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC)
Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026
Notification No. 07/2025
Important Dates
| Event | Important Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 09 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 11 to 13 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EBC / BC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST (Jharkhand Domicile) | ₹50/- |
- Fee payment through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI only.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- As on 01 August 2025
- Minimum Age : 18 Years
- Maximum Age : 25 Years (UR-Male)
- Maximum Age : 27 Years (EBC-I, BC-II-Male)
- Maximum Age : 28 Years (UR, EBC-I, BC-II- Female )
- Maximum Age : 30 Years (SC, ST-Male & Female)
- Age relaxation as per rules
- Check age using Online Age Calculator
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026 must meet the following educational requirements:
Applicants must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Candidates should have secured a minimum of 45% marks in the qualifying examination.
The qualification must be completed on or before the application closing date.
All applicants are strongly advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the online application form.
Physical Standards & Running Requirements
| Category | Height | Chest | Running |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS / EBC / BC (Male) | 160 cm | 81 cm | 1600 meters in 06 minutes |
| SC / ST (Male) | 155 cm | 79 cm | 1600 meters in 06 minutes |
| Female (All Categories) | 148 cm | N/A | 1600 meters in 10 minutes |
JSSC Jail Warder Vacancy 2026
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has announced a total of 1733 vacancies for the post of Kakshapal (Jail Warder) under Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026. The vacancies are distributed post-wise, gender-wise, and category-wise as detailed below.
📌 Post-wise & Gender-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | Gender | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Kakshapal (Regular) | Male | 1634 |
| Kakshapal (Regular) | Female | 64 |
| Kakshapal (Backlog) | Male | 19 |
| Kakshapal (Backlog) | Female | 16 |
📊 Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 682 |
| EWS | 167 |
| EBC-I | 140 |
| BC-II | 106 |
| SC | 176 |
| ST | 462 |
How to Apply for Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online for Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026 by following the steps given below:
Visit the official website of Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) at jssc.jharkhand.gov.in.
Click on the Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal (Jail Warder) Online Form 2026 link available on the homepage or in the Important Links section below.
Complete the online registration by entering basic details and generating login credentials.
Fill in the application form carefully with personal, educational, and category details.
Upload required documents, photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online as per your category.
Review the application form and submit it before the last date.
Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.
Selection Process – Jharkhand Kakshapal Bharti 2026
Physical Measurement & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying in nature
Written Examination (OMR Based)
Medical Examination
Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026 – Exam Pattern
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) will conduct the Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026 examination in three stages:
🔹 Stage-1: Physical Test (Qualifying)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET – Running)
- Qualifying in nature, no marks awarded
🔹 Stage-2: Written Examination (OMR Based)
- Exam Mode: OMR (Objective Type)
- Total Papers: 03 Papers
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours for each paper
- Marking Scheme:
- +3 marks for each correct answer
- −1 mark for each wrong answer
Paper-wise Subjects, Questions & Marks
📄 Paper-1: Language Knowledge (Qualifying)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi Language | 80 | 240 |
| English Language | 40 | 120 |
| Total | 120 | 360 |
- Minimum 30% marks required (Hindi + English combined)
- Marks of this paper will NOT be added to the merit list
📄 Paper-2: Regional / Tribal Language
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
- Candidate must choose any one language
- Minimum 30% qualifying marks mandatory
📄 Paper-3: General Knowledge
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 40 | 120 |
| Jharkhand State Knowledge | 50 | 150 |
| General Mathematics | 10 | 30 |
| General Science | 20 | 60 |
| Total | 120 | 360 |
- Minimum 30% marks required
🔹 Stage-3: Medical Examination
- Conducted by the State Medical Board
- Mandatory to be declared medically fit
⚠️ Important Exam Rules
- Candidates failing to qualify Paper-1 will not be evaluated for Paper-2 & Paper-3
- Candidates failing Paper-2 will not be evaluated for Paper-3
- Normalization will be applied if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts
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❓ Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026?
Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026 is a government recruitment drive conducted by Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) to fill Jail Warder (Kakshapal) posts in Jharkhand prisons.
Q2. Who conducts JSSC Jail Warder Vacancy 2026?
The JSSC Jail Warder Vacancy 2026 is conducted by the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) under the Government of Jharkhand.
Q3. What is the mode of application for JSSC Kakshapal Online Form 2026?
The JSSC Kakshapal Online Form 2026 can be submitted only through online mode via the official JSSC website. Offline applications are not accepted.
Q4. Is Jharkhand Kakshapal Bharti 2026 a government job?
Yes, Jharkhand Kakshapal Bharti 2026 is a permanent state government job, and selected candidates will be appointed under Jharkhand Government service rules.
Q5. Can candidates from other states apply for Jharkhand Jail Warder Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply for Jharkhand Jail Warder Recruitment 2026, but reservation benefits are applicable only to Jharkhand domicile candidates as per government norms.
Q6. Where will updates related to Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026 be released?
All official updates related to Jharkhand JSSC Kakshapal Recruitment 2026, including exam date and admit card, will be released only on the official JSSC website.
Q7. Is it mandatory to clear the physical test in JSSC Jail Warder Recruitment 2026?
Yes, qualifying the physical eligibility test is mandatory to proceed further in the JSSC Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 selection process.
