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JPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 349 Polytechnic Lecturer Posts – Eligibility, Dates, Salary

Short Information: The JPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) for the recruitment of lecturers in Government Polytechnic and Government Women Polytechnic institutions. Through the JPSC lecturer vacancy 2026, a total of 349 posts will be filled in different subjects such as Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and others. Candidates who meet the required qualifications can apply for the JPSC polytechnic lecturer recruitment through the official website of JPSC. The online application for JPSC lecturer recruitment 2026 started on 20 February 2026 and the last date to apply online is 12 March 2026. Interested candidates should check eligibility, age limit, and selection process before submitting the JPSC lecturer apply online application form.

JPSC Polytechnic Lecturer Vacancy 2026 – Important Dates, Eligibility & Selection Process

🏛️ Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC), Ranchi

Lecturer (Polytechnic) Recruitment 2026

Advertisement No. 04/2026 | Total Posts: 349

Government Polytechnic / Government Women Polytechnic Institutions

📅 Important Dates & Timeline

Advertisement Publication Date 13 February 2026
Online Application Start Date 20 February 2026
Last Date for Online Application 12 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment 14 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
Last Date for Hard Copy Submission 25 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
📌 Note: Applications accepted only through One Time Registration (OTR) System at www.jpsc.gov.in. Hard copy with self-attested documents must reach JPSC by 25.03.2026.

💰 Application Fee

Category Fee Amount
Unreserved (General) ₹ 600/-
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) ₹ 600/-
Extremely Backward Class (Schedule-I) ₹ 600/-
Backward Class (Schedule-II) ₹ 600/-
Scheduled Caste (SC) of Jharkhand ₹ 150/-
Scheduled Tribe (ST) of Jharkhand ₹ 150/-
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) - 40% or more Exempted (No Fee)
Payment Mode: Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/Wallet/Bharat QR/UPI via Payment Gateway.
Note: Fee is non-refundable. SC/ST candidates of Jharkhand only eligible for concessional fee. Others paying concessional fee will be rejected.

👤 Age Limit (as on closing date i.e. 12.03.2026)

Minimum Age 21 Years
Maximum Age As per Government norms (Relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per Jharkhand Government rules)
Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Jharkhand Government norms for SC/ST/BC/EBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen etc.

📊 Post Details & Vacancy

Post Name: Lecturer, Government Polytechnic / Government Women Polytechnic
Pay Scale: Level 9 'A' (Entry Pay ₹56,100/-) or Level 10 (Entry Pay ₹57,700/-) as per eligibility
Probation Period: 2 Years
S.No. Faculty/Subject Name Total Posts
1. Automobile Engineering 04
2. Chemistry 21
3. Civil Engineering 40
4. Computer Science & Engineering 66
5. Dress Design & Garment Manufacturing 10
6. Electrical Engineering 45
7. Electrical & Electronics Engineering 19
8. Electronics & Communication Engineering 18
9. English 18
10. Interior Design 04
11. Mathematics 30
12. Mechanical Engineering 43
13. Mechanical Engineering & Automobile 04
14. Metallurgical Engineering 05
15. Mining Engineering 08
16. Physics 14
Total Posts 349

📊 Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown

Category Total Posts UNR ST SC BC-I BC-II EWS
Vertical Reservation 349 152 90 33 29 18 27
Horizontal Reservation (against total vacancies):
Women 116 posts (as per roster)
Sports As per norms (5 posts indicated in various subjects)
Blind As per norms (1 post each in various subjects)
Deaf & Dumb As per norms (1 post each in various subjects)
Locomotor Disability As per norms (1 post each in various subjects)

🎓 Educational Qualification

Essential Qualification: As per AICTE norms and UGC guidelines.

For Engineering/Technology Subjects:
  • First Class Bachelor's Degree in the appropriate branch of Engineering/Technology (BE/B.Tech or equivalent)
  • OR First Class Master's Degree in appropriate branch of Engineering/Technology (ME/M.Tech or equivalent)
  • Ph.D. degree in relevant discipline (if applicable, with equivalence as per norms)
For Science & Humanities Subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English etc.):
  • Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in relevant subject from recognized university
  • NET/JRF/JET qualified (as applicable)
  • Ph.D. degree (with UGC norms for direct recruitment)
Note: Candidates appearing in final year exams can apply, but must possess qualification by closing date.

⚙️ Selection Process

Two-Stage Selection Process:

Stage 1: Academic Score (80 Marks)
Evaluation based on Academic Records/Achievements as per detailed marking scheme in clause 8 of advertisement:
  • Graduation: Based on percentage (Max 15 marks)
  • Post-Graduation: Based on percentage (Max 20 marks)
  • M.Phil (for Science & Humanities): (Max 05 marks)
  • Ph.D.: 15 marks (with equivalence conditions)
  • NET with JRF: 15 marks | NET/JET without JRF: 10 marks
  • GATE: Based on percentile (7.5 to 15 marks)
  • Research Publications: As per schedule (Max 08 marks)
  • Teaching/Post-Doctoral Experience: 02 marks per year (Max 04 marks)
  • Awards: International/National (01 mark each), State Level (0.5 mark each) - Max 03 marks
  • Need Based/Contractual Teachers of Jharkhand: Additional 01 mark per year (Max 05 marks extra)
Stage 2: Interview (20 Marks)
  • Candidates shortlisted based on Academic Score (80 marks) will be called for interview
Final Merit: Based on total marks (Academic Score + Interview) = 100 marks

Tie-breaking Criteria:
  1. Higher marks in Post-Graduation
  2. Older in age (based on date of birth)

📝 Academic Score Marking Scheme (80 Marks)

S.No. Component Marks
1. Graduation (60% & above = 15, 55% to 60% = 10, 45% to 55% = 05, below 45% = 0) 15
2. Post-Graduation (60% & above = 20, 55% to 60% = 15, 50% to 55% (SC/ST/OBC) = 05) 20
3. M.Phil (For Science & Humanities) (60% & above = 07, 55% to 60% = 05) 05
4. Ph.D. 15
5. NET with JRF = 15, NET/JET without JRF = 10 15/10
6. GATE (>95 percentile = 15, >90 to ≤95 = 12.5, >85 to ≤90 = 10, ≤85 = 7.5) 7.5-15
7. Research Publications (as per Schedule-1) 08
8. Teaching/Post-Doctoral Experience (02 marks per year) 04
9. Awards (International/National = 01 each, State Level = 0.5 each) - Max 03 03
10. Interview 20
Total 100

Note: Need Based/Contractual Teachers of Higher & Technical Education Department, Jharkhand get additional 01 mark per year (max 05 marks extra) in Academic Score.

📝 How to Apply - Step by Step Guide

Step 1: OTR Registration Visit www.jpsc.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) with valid mobile number and email ID.
Step 2: Fill Online Application Login with OTR credentials, select "Advertisement No. 04/2026" and fill all personal, educational, and category details carefully. Upload photo and signature as per specifications.
Step 3: Pay Fee Pay applicable fee online via Payment Gateway. SC/ST candidates of Jharkhand pay ₹150, PwBD exempted, others pay ₹600. Fee payment available till 14.03.2026 (05:00 PM).
Step 4: Download & Print Application After final submission, download filled application form from "Download Filled Application" section. Take two printouts.
Step 5: Prepare Hard Copy Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (as per clause 15(i)) with the printed application. Arrange documents in order with page numbers. Make two sets.
Step 6: Send Hard Copy Send the hard copy application with documents by Registered Post/Speed Post/Hand Delivery to:
Controller of Examination, Jharkhand Public Service Commission, Circular Road, Ranchi - 834001
Last Date: 25 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
⏰ IMPORTANT: Online Application closes on 12 March 2026 (05:00 PM). Hard Copy must reach by 25 March 2026.

📋 Documents Checklist (To be attached with Hard Copy)

  1. Printed copy of online application (signed)
  2. Examination fee receipt
  3. 10th/Matriculation Certificate & Mark sheet
  4. 12th/Intermediate Certificate & Mark sheet
  5. Graduation Degree Certificate & all Mark sheets
  6. Post-Graduation Degree Certificate & all Mark sheets
  7. M.Phil Degree Certificate/Mark sheet/Registration Certificate (if applicable)
  8. Ph.D. Registration Certificate, Result Declaration, Degree Certificate, and validity certificate as per clause 8 Note (v)
  9. NET/JET/JRF certificate (if applicable)
  10. GATE scorecard (if applicable)
  11. Caste Certificate (in prescribed format for SC/ST/BC/EBC)
  12. Local Residential Certificate (for Jharkhand residents claiming reservation)
  13. Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)
  14. Post-Doctoral/Teaching Experience certificates with appointment letters
  15. Research Publications reprints (as per list)
  16. Best Paper/Poster Award certificates
  17. Books/Chapters in books (cover page, index, ISBN proof)
  18. Award certificates
  19. No Objection Certificate (if currently employed)
  20. Aadhaar Card
  21. Any other relevant documents as per claim
Note: Attach documents in two sets with same page numbering. Self-attest all photocopies.

⚠️ Important Instructions

  • Single Application: Only one application per candidate. Multiple applications will be rejected.
  • Correct Information: Fill all details correctly. Any false/incorrect information will lead to cancellation at any stage.
  • Name & Date of Birth: Must match exactly as in Matriculation certificate.
  • Photo & Signature: Clear color passport size photo and signature must be uploaded in OTR.
  • CGPA/OGPA to Percentage: Use conversion formula as per university norms or as per clause 8 Note (i).
  • Hard Copy Envelope: Must mention Advertisement No., Exam Name, Candidate Name, Registration No., Subject & Post Name in bold on envelope.
  • Incomplete Applications: Applications without required documents or incomplete will be rejected without any notice.
  • Fee Concession: Only SC/ST candidates of Jharkhand eligible for ₹150 fee. Others paying concessional fee will be rejected.
  • No Change: No change in application details allowed after submission.
  • Regular Website Visit: Keep checking JPSC website for updates on interview schedule, result etc.

🔗 Important Links

Apply Online (OTR) Click Here to Apply
Download Official Notification PDF Download PDF (Full Details)
Download Press Release Download PDF
JPSC Official Website jpsc.gov.in
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✅ Information Verified from JPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 dated 13.02.2026 and Press Release of same date

📌 Candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully before applying. Online Application: 20 Feb to 12 March 2026 | Hard Copy Deadline: 25 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is JPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026?

The JPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive by Jharkhand Public Service Commission to fill 349 lecturer posts in Government Polytechnic institutions.

2. What is the last date to apply for JPSC lecturer vacancy 2026?

The last date to apply for the JPSC lecturer vacancy 2026 is 12 March 2026, while the last date for fee payment is 14 March 2026.

3. How can I apply for JPSC lecturer apply online?

Candidates can complete the JPSC lecturer apply online process through the official website jpsc.gov.in using the One Time Registration (OTR) system.

4. What is the salary in JPSC polytechnic lecturer recruitment?

Selected candidates in JPSC polytechnic lecturer recruitment will receive salary under Level 9A or Level 10 pay scale with entry pay around ₹56,100 – ₹57,700.

5. What is the selection process for JPSC lecturer recruitment 2026?

The selection process for JPSC lecturer recruitment 2026 includes academic score evaluation (80 marks) and interview (20 marks).