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JPSC Combined Civil Services Syllabus 2026 – Download PDF, Exam Pattern & Preparation Tips

Download JPSC Combined Civil Services Syllabus 2026 PDF with complete exam pattern, subject-wise topics, marking scheme and best preparation strategy.

by J Divya

Updated Feb 02, 2026

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JPSC Combined Civil Services Syllabus 2026: The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has released the official Combined Civil Services Prelims and Mains syllabus along with the notification (Advt. No. 01/2026) on 29 January 2026. Candidates preparing for the JPSC Civil Services examination can download the detailed syllabus from the official website www.jpsc.gov.in. The syllabus includes subject-wise topics, exam pattern, and marking scheme for the Prelims and Mains examination.

Quick Overview: JPSC Combined Civil Services Syllabus 2026

Organization JPSC
Post Name Combined Civil Services
Exam Name Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examination - 2025
Syllabus Status Released
Exam Mode Offline
Total Subjects (Prelims) 2
Total Questions (Prelims) 200
Total Marks (Prelims) 400
Exam Duration (Prelims) 4 Hours (2 Hours per paper)
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Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Release Date 29/01/2026
Application Start Date 31/01/2026 (Expected)
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JPSC Combined Civil Services Exam Pattern 2026

Prelims Exam Pattern

Subject/Section Questions Marks Duration
General Studies Paper I 100 200 2 Hours Each
General Studies Paper II (Jharkhand Specific) 100 200
Total 200 400 4 Hours

Mains Exam Pattern

Paper Subject Marks Duration
Paper I General Hindi & General English (Qualifying) 150 3 Hours
Paper II Language and Literature (Optional) 150 3 Hours
Paper III Social Sciences (History & Geography) 200 3 Hours
Paper IV Indian Constitution, Polity & Good Governance 200 3 Hours
Paper V Indian Economy, Globalization & Sustainable Development 200 3 Hours
Paper VI General Sciences, Environment & Technology 200 3 Hours
Total (Scoring Papers) 950
Interview Personality Test 100 -
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Marking Scheme

Type Details
Correct Answer (Prelims) +2 Marks
Wrong Answer No Negative Marking
Unattempted Question 0
Question Type (Prelims) MCQ
Question Type (Mains) Descriptive
Total Marks (Prelims) 400

JPSC Combined Civil Services Syllabus 2026 – Subject-Wise Topics

Prelims Syllabus

1. General Studies Paper I

  • History of India (Ancient, Medieval, Modern & National Movement)
  • Geography of India (Physical, Social, Economic)
  • Indian Polity and Governance
  • Economic and Sustainable Development
  • General Science & Technology
  • Current Events (National & International)
  • Environment, Ecology, Biodiversity & Climate Change
  • Jharkhand Specific General Awareness
  • Miscellaneous (Human Rights, Disaster Management)

2. General Studies Paper II (Jharkhand Specific)

  • History of Jharkhand & Freedom Movement
  • Jharkhand Andolan, Tribals, Freedom Fighters & Eminent Personalities
  • Folk Literature, Dance, Music, Instruments, Tourist Places & Tribal Culture
  • Administrative Systems (Munda, Nagvanshi, etc.)
  • Land Laws (CNT Act, SPT Act & Others)
  • Geography of Jharkhand (Forests, Rivers, Minerals, Industries)
  • Jharkhand Economy, Schemes & Policies
  • Environment & Disaster Management in Jharkhand
  • Contemporary Events related to Jharkhand

Mains Syllabus (Key Topics)

Paper III: Social Sciences (History & Geography)

  • Ancient, Medieval, Modern Indian History & Freedom Struggle
  • History of Jharkhand (Tribal Revolts, Movements)
  • Physical, Human & Economic Geography of India & Jharkhand
  • Natural Resources, Agriculture, Industries & Population

Paper IV: Indian Constitution & Polity

  • Preamble, Fundamental Rights, DPSP, Federalism
  • Union & State Government, Judiciary, Panchayats
  • Public Administration, Good Governance, RTI, Lokpal
  • Disaster Management & Human Rights

Paper V: Indian Economy

  • National Income, Inflation, Budget, Fiscal Policy
  • Agriculture, Industry, Banking & Economic Reforms
  • Globalization, Sustainable Development
  • Jharkhand Economy, Poverty, Schemes & Land Issues

Paper VI: General Sciences

  • Physical Science, Life Science, Agriculture Science
  • Environment, Biodiversity & Pollution
  • Science & Technology Developments (Nuclear, Space, IT)

How to Download JPSC Combined Civil Services Syllabus 2026?

  1. Visit the official website: https://www.jpsc.gov.in
  2. Navigate to Notifications / Advertisement section
  3. Click on Advt. No. 01/2026 - Combined Civil Services link
  4. Download the notification PDF (syllabus details included)
  5. Save it for preparation and future reference

Alternative Method: Check the syllabus in the official notification PDF under relevant sections or appendices.

Preparation Strategy for Combined Civil Services 2026

Step 1: Understand the Syllabus

  • Read the complete syllabus thoroughly
  • Identify important topics with higher weightage (especially Jharkhand-specific)
  • Understand the exam pattern and marking scheme

Step 2: Make a Study Plan

  • Divide syllabus topic-wise and subject-wise
  • Allocate time based on your strengths and weaknesses
  • Set daily, weekly, and monthly targets

Step 3: Collect Study Material

  • Refer to NCERT books for basic concepts
  • Use standard reference books for each subject
  • Download previous year question papers
  • Join test series for regular practice

Step 4: Practice & Revision

  • Solve previous year papers regularly
  • Take mock tests and analyze performance
  • Make short notes for quick revision
  • Revise important formulas and facts daily

Important Links

Download Syllabus PDF Download Notification (Includes Syllabus)
Official Website Visit Site

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JPSC Combined Civil Services Syllabus 2026 - FAQs

1. Where can I download the Combined Civil Services syllabus 2026?

You can download the official syllabus details from the JPSC website or from the notification PDF link provided in the Important Links section above.

2. Is the syllabus same for Prelims and Mains?

No, the Prelims and Mains syllabus differ significantly. Prelims is objective with two GS papers; Mains is descriptive with detailed papers. Check the official notification for stage-wise details.

3. How many subjects are there in the Combined Civil Services exam?

The Prelims exam has 2 papers/sections. Mains has 6 papers. Check the exam pattern tables for complete details.

4. Is there negative marking in the exam?

No. There is no negative marking in Prelims or Mains.

5. Which are the most important topics for Combined Civil Services?

Jharkhand-specific topics (history, culture, geography, economy, land laws) have high weightage, especially in Paper II (Prelims) and across Mains papers.

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