06th January 2026 by Mangala
🚨 JSSC Recruitment 2026 – 4,918 Clerk & Stenographer Posts | Advt No. 31/2025 | Apply Online
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has released Advertisement No. 31/2025 for a large-scale recruitment drive to fill 4,918 regular vacancies for Clerk, Stenographer and equivalent ministerial posts under various departments of the Government of Jharkhand. These posts fall under Group-C cadre and are governed by the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix, offering stable government employment with long-term service benefits. The recruitment process will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Skill Test and Document Verification, ensuring merit-based selection. The online application process begins on 20 January 2026 and closes on 19 February 2026.
📌 Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 31/2025 |
| Posts | Clerk / Stenographer / Ministerial Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 4,918 |
| Job Type | State Government (Group-C) |
| Pay Scale | As per 7th CPC |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Jharkhand |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 February 2026 |
| CBT Examination | To be notified |
| Skill Test | To be notified |
| Final Result | To be notified |
📊 Vacancy Details
Post-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Clerk (Lower Division) | 3,800 |
| Stenographer | 1,118 |
| Total | 4,918 |
Vacancies are subject to category-wise reservation as per Jharkhand Government rules, including horizontal reservation for PwBD candidates.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For Clerk Posts
- Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board
- Basic knowledge of computer operation
For Stenographer Posts
- Passed 10+2 (Intermediate)
- Certificate in Stenography
- Typing & shorthand speed as prescribed by JSSC
All qualifications must be possessed on or before the last date of application.
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age (UR / EWS) | 35 Years |
| OBC / BC | 37 Years |
| SC / ST | 40 Years |
| Women (UR / OBC) | 38 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Jharkhand Government norms.
🧠 Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
Stage-I: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Mode: CBT (Objective Type)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Subjects Included:
- General Knowledge
- Jharkhand GK
- General Hindi
- General English
- Mathematics & Reasoning
Stage-II: Skill Test
For Clerk
- Typing Test (Hindi / English)
For Stenographer
- Shorthand Test
- Typing Test
Skill test is qualifying in nature.
Stage-III: Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted after CBT and Skill Test will be called for verification of original documents.
Final merit is prepared based on CBT marks only.
💰 Salary and Benefits
- Pay as per 7th Pay Commission (Level-2 / Level-4, post-wise)
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical facilities
- Leave & pension benefits
- Secure and permanent government service
📝 How to Apply
- Visit https://www.jssc.jharkhand.gov.in
- Click on Advt. No. 31/2025 – Clerk & Stenographer Recruitment
- Complete online registration
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload photograph, signature and certificates
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form before 19 February 2026
- Download application slip for reference
❓ FAQs – JSSC Recruitment 2026
Q1. Who can apply for JSSC Clerk & Stenographer posts?
Candidates who have passed 10+2 and meet post-specific skill requirements can apply.
Q2. Is there negative marking in CBT?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q3. Is skill test mandatory?
Yes, skill test is compulsory but qualifying only.
Q4. Will CBT marks decide final merit?
Yes, final merit is prepared only on CBT marks.
Q5. Are these permanent government jobs?
Yes, these are regular Group-C posts under Jharkhand Government.
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Official WhatsApp Channel | Click here |
| Official Telegram Channel | Click here |