JPSC CCSE Prelims Answer Key 2026 – Out (Final Corrected Key)
JPSC releases final corrected answer key for CCSE Prelims 2025 (Advt No. 01/2026). Check revised GS Paper-II key, dropped questions, and download PDF from official website.
JPSC CCSE Prelims Answer Key 2026 – Complete Guide
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released the final corrected answer key for the Combined Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025 (Advt No. 01/2026). This update includes revisions to General Studies Paper-II based on expert review of candidate objections, while the GS Paper-I key remains unchanged from the 26 May 2026 version. The preliminary exam was conducted on 19 April 2026 with two papers of 100 questions each.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Prelims Exam Date | 19 April 2026 |
| Initial Answer Key Release | 20 April 2026 |
| Objection Window | 20-24 April 2026 |
| Final Answer Key (First Version) | 26 May 2026 |
| Corrected Final Key Release | 19 June 2026 |
| Expected Mains Exam Dates | 18-20 July 2026 |
| Paper | Total Questions | Dropped Questions | Disputed Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS Paper-I | 100 | 2 | 1 per series |
| GS Paper-II | 100 | 2 | 0 |
About Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC)
Established in 2000 after the creation of Jharkhand state, JPSC is the premier recruiting agency for state government services. The commission conducts examinations for various civil services including Jharkhand Administrative Service (JAS), Jharkhand Police Service (JPS), and other Group A/B posts. JPSC follows a three-tier selection process (Prelims, Mains, Interview) modeled after UPSC but tailored to Jharkhand's administrative needs. The commission has its headquarters in Ranchi and is currently chaired by Dr. Amitabh Choudhary.
JPSC's examinations are known for their focus on Jharkhand-specific topics in history, geography, and tribal welfare. The CCSE (Combined Civil Services Examination) is considered the state's most prestigious competitive exam, with selection rates below 0.5%. Successful candidates undergo training at Jharkhand Administrative Training Institute (JATI) before posting.
- Preliminary Exam (Objective, Qualifying)
- Main Exam (Descriptive, 6 Papers)
- Personality Test/Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Salary & Career Growth
Selected candidates receive salaries as per 7th Pay Commission:
| Post | Pay Level | Approx. In-Hand Salary |
|---|---|---|
| JAS (Junior) | Level 9 | ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 |
| JPS (DSP) | Level 8 | ₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100 |
| Block Development Officer | Level 7 | ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400 |
Officers receive DA, HRA, medical benefits, and pension under NPS. Promotions occur through departmental exams and seniority.
Important Links
- Official JPSC Website
- JPSC Wikipedia
- Direct Answer Key PDF
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