JSSC Assistant Jailor Exam Guide 2026
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| Exam Elements | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) |
| Official Website | jssc.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Name of the Post | Assistant Jailor |
| Vacancy | 84 (42 Regular + 42 Backlog) |
| Application Start Date | 7th November 2025 |
| Application End Date | 8th December 2025 |
| Last Date – Fee/Photo/Sign Upload | 10th December 2025 |
| Edit Window (limited fields) | 11th–13th December 2025 |
| Level of Exam | State-level |
| Frequency of Exam | As per vacancies |
| Exam Stages | PST → PET → Prelims → Mains → Medical → DV |
| Exam Mode | OMR/CBT (as notified) |
| Pay Scale | Level-5 ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Department | Home, Jail & Disaster Management Dept., Jharkhand |
📊 Application Fee & Payment Details
- Event
- Date
- Application Start
- 7th November 2025
- Written Exam Date
- To be notified
- Last Date to Apply
- 8th December 2025
- Notification Release
- November 2025
- Admit Card Release Date
- To be notified
- Edit Window (limited fields)
- 11th–13th December 2025
- Last Date – Fee/Photo/Sign Upload
- 10th December 2025
📊 Application Fee
| Category | Regular | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 17 | 17 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 11 | 11 | 22 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| EBC – Category I | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| OBC – Category II | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Grand Total | 42 | 42 | 84 |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Category
- Application Fee
- SC / ST (Jharkhand Domicile)
- ₹50
- General / OBC / EWS / Other State Candidates
- ₹100
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Test | Questions | Marks* | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary | 120 | 360 | 2 hours | GS (30), Jharkhand GK (60), Maths (10), Science (10), Mental Ability (10); +3/–1 |
| Mains – Paper I (Language) | 120 | Qualifying | 2 hours | Hindi 60 + English 60; ≥30%; not in merit |
| Mains – Paper II (Tribal/Regional Language) | 100 | 300 | 2 hours | Choose one language; ≥30% |
| Mains – Paper III (GK) | 150 | 450 | 2 hours | GS, Science, Maths, Mental Ability, Computer, Jharkhand GK; ≥30% |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Studies (GS) | Indian Polity & Constitution, History (Ancient–Modern), India/World Geography, Indian Economy, Environment & Ecology, Science & Tech in current affairs, National/International Current Affairs |
| Jharkhand GK | State history & movements, geography & resources, polity & administration, economy & state schemes, tribes & culture, festivals, important personalities, current state affairs |
| Elementary Mathematics | Number System, BODMAS, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Profit & Loss, SI/CI, Time & Work, Time–Speed–Distance, Mensuration, Data Interpretation (Class 10 level) |
| General Science | Physics/Chemistry/Biology basics (Class 10), everyday science, human body & diseases, vaccines, environment |
| Mental Ability / Reasoning | Analogy, Classification, Series, Coding–Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction & Distance, Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Basic Seating/Ranking |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subject | Topics | Weight in Merit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Language (Hindi & English) | Hindi: व्याकरण, शब्द भंडार, मुहावरे/लोकोक्तियाँ, गद्यांश व त्रुटि सुधार • English: Grammar (Parts of Speech, Tenses, Articles, Prepositions), Vocabulary (Synonyms/Antonyms/One-word), Error Detection, Cloze/Fillers, Reading Comprehension | Qualifying (≥30%), not counted |
| Paper II | Tribal/Regional Language | Selected language grammar & usage, vocabulary, prose/poetry comprehension, functional writing as per syllabus | Counts (≥30% required) |
| Paper III | General Knowledge | GS (as in Prelims), Computer Awareness (hardware/software, OS, MS Office, internet/email, cyber safety), Maths & Reasoning (as above), Jharkhand GK in depth | Counts (≥30% required) |
📊 Salary & Pay Scale Details
- Component
- Details
- Pay Level
- Level-5
- Pay Scale
- ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
- Allowances
- DA, HRA, TA & other admissible benefits as per Jharkhand Govt rules
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Book / Author |
|---|---|
| General Studies / Jharkhand GK | Lucent’s General Knowledge; Jharkhand GK (standard state publishers) |
| Reasoning | A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning – R.S. Aggarwal |
| Mathematics (Quantitative Aptitude) | Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams – R.S. Aggarwal |
| Hindi | Samanya Hindi – Arihant Publications |
| English | High School English Grammar & Composition – Wren & Martin |
| Computer Awareness | Objective Computer Awareness – Arihant |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Category | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | To be notified |
| EWS | To be notified |
| OBC | To be notified |
| SC | To be notified |
| ST | To be notified |
| Others (PwD, Ex-Servicemen, etc.) | To be notified |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Medical Examination
- To be notified
- Written Examination
- To be notified
- Stage of Examination
- Admit Card Status
- Physical Efficiency Test
- To be notified
📊 Exam Information 12
| Stage | Result Status |
|---|---|
| Written Exam (Main) | To be notified |
| Final Selection / Merit List | To be notified |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.How many vacancies are there for Assistant Jailor in 2025?
There are 84 vacancies in total, including both regular and backlog posts.
Q2.What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (Graduation) from a recognized university.
Q3.What is the application fee?
For UR/OBC/EWS and candidates from other states, the fee is ₹100. For SC/ST candidates of Jharkhand, the fee is ₹50.
Q4.What is the age limit for applying?
The minimum age is 21 years. The maximum age is 35 years for General/EWS candidates, with relaxations for OBC and SC/ST categories as per rules.
Q5.What is the selection process?
The selection process includes Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (both qualifying), followed by the Written Examination (Prelims and Mains), Medical Examination, and Document Verification. Candidates must clear each stage in order to be considered for final merit.
Q6.What are the physical standards & running requirements?
Male (General/OBC/EWS): Height 160 cm, Chest 81 cm (unexpanded). Male (SC/ST): Height 155 cm, Chest 79 cm (unexpanded). Female (all categories): Height 148 cm, no chest requirement. Running: Male candidates must complete 1600 meters in 6 minutes, female candidates in 10 minutes.
Q7.Is there a preliminary exam (Prelims)?
Yes. The recruitment includes a Preliminary examination (screening) followed by the Main examination as per the JAJCE 2025 notification.
Q8.What is the marking scheme for the written exam?
Each correct answer carries +3 marks, while each wrong answer has a penalty of –1 mark.
Q9.What are the application dates?
The online application process will be open from 7 November 2025 to 8 December 2025.
Q10.Will there be a correction window for applications?
Yes. Candidates can make corrections between 11 December 2025 and 13 December 2025.
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