News India Live, Digital Desk: There is great news for thousands of youth preparing for the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) examinations. Chief Minister Hemant Soren Giving great relief to the candidates of the state in the upcoming civil services examinations. Age Relaxation A historic decision has been taken to give huge relaxation. This decision will give a second chance to those candidates who were overage due to Corona period or delay in appointments.
1. How much discount did you get? (Revised Age Limit)
As per the instructions of the Chief Minister, the cut-off date for the upcoming JPSC exam has been changed:
Calculation of maximum age limit: now calculate maximum age 01 August 2017 Will be done on the basis of.
Calculation of minimum age limit: Minimum age calculation 01 August 2024 Will be based on.
Who will benefit: With this decision, those candidates will get almost 7 years Those who were falling outside the time limit of previous examinations will get the benefit of Rs.
2. CM Hemant’s message to the youth
Sharing the information through social media, Chief Minister Hemant Soren said, “Our government is sensitive towards the future of the youth. In view of the delay in appointments and previous obstacles, we have decided to give relaxation in the age limit, so that no talented youth of the state is deprived of the opportunity.”
3. JPSC 2026: Key changes at a glance
| Category | Earlier situation (probable) | Now new status (after discount) |
|---|---|---|
| General Category (UR) | 35 years | Effective discount if calculation is from 2017 |
| BC-I / BC-II | 37 years | Benefit of effective discount |
| SC/ST (Male and Female) | 40 years | Benefit of effective discount |
| Female (UR/BC) | 38 years | Benefit of effective discount |
4. Wave of happiness among the candidates
For the last several months, student organizations were agitating in Morhabadi Maidan and other areas of Ranchi demanding relaxation in age limit. The students argued that the government has not been able to conduct examinations regularly every year, hence age relaxation should be given. After this announcement, the youth preparing in the libraries and coaching institutes of the state have welcomed this step of the government.
5. Roadmap for upcoming examinations
JPSC soon with new rules and revised age limit 14th and 15th Civil Services Examination Can issue advertisement. Requisition for vacancies has already been sent to the department.
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