JPSC Polytechnic Lecturer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 349 Posts

The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially published the recruitment notification for 349 Polytechnic Lecturer positions under Advertisement Number 04/2026. Aspiring educators and technical professionals looking forward to building a prestigious career in state technical education can begin their online submission process. Candidates are encouraged to review all vital details including vacancy breakdowns, critical dates, eligibility criteria, and fee structures before initiating their registration on the official portal.

JPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Overview

For quick reference, here is a complete summary of the Jharkhand Public Service Commission Polytechnic Lecturer drive:

Organization	Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC)
Post	Lecturer
Vacancy	349
Advt. No.	04/2026
Mode of Application	Online
Registration Dates	20th February to 12th March 2026
Educational Qualification	B.E/B.Tech/B.S./Master’s Degree/NET
Age Limit	Less than 65 Years
Selection Process	Application Scrunity Merit List Preparation Document Verification Interview Final Merit List Tie Breaking Criteria
Official Website	www.jpsc.gov.in

Important Schedule Dates

Candidates must adhere strictly to the timeline released via the official notification document.

Events	Dates
Notification Release Date	14th February 2026
Apply Online Starts	20th February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	12th March 2026

You can read more about the detailed guidelines through the official notification PDF: JPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF (Advertisement No. 04/2026).

Discipline-wise Vacancy Distribution

A total of 349 positions have been distributed across various engineering, science, and humanities branches as follows:

Name of Discipline	Total Vacancies	UR	ST	SC	BC-I	BC-II	EWS
Automobile Engineering	04	02	01	00	01	00	00
Chemistry	21	09	05	02	02	01	02
Civil Engineering	40	18	10	05	02	02	03
Computer Science & Engineering	66	27	17	07	05	04	06
Dress Designing & Garment Manufacturing	10	05	03	01	01	00	00
Electrical Engineering	45	19	13	04	04	01	04
Electrical & Electronics Engineering	19	09	05	02	01	01	01
Electronics & Communication Engineering	18	08	05	02	01	01	01
English	18	08	05	02	01	01	01
Interior Design	04	02	01	00	01	00	00
Mathematics	30	13	08	03	02	02	02
Mechanical Engineering	43	19	09	03	05	03	04
Mechanical Engineering (Automobile)	04	02	01	00	01	00	00
Metallurgical Engineering	05	02	01	00	01	00	01
Mining Engineering	08	03	02	01	00	01	01
Physics	14	06	04	01	01	01	01
Total	349	152	90	33	29	18	27

Educational Qualifications & Eligibility Checklists

Applicants must fulfill specific degree requirements depending on their applied stream. The maximum age limit is restricted to less than 65 years with no set minimum age boundary.

Educational Qualifications for Engineering/Technology

• B.E./B.Tech/B.S in a relevant discipline with a first class or equivalent (for Entry Pay Rs. 56,100/- Level 9A)
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in relevant subjects with a first class in either of the two at the selection (for Entry Pay Rs. 57,700/- Level 10)

Educational Qualifications for Science and Humanities

• Master’s Degree in a specific subject with first class OR equivalent bachelor’s and master’s Degree (for Entry Pay Rs. 56,100/- Level 9A)
• A Master’s Degree with first class OR equivalent in relevant subjects, must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR or a similar test, like SLET/SET (for Entry Pay Rs. 57,700/- Level 10)

Post	Minimum Qualifications for Engineering/Technology	Minimum Qualifications for Science and Humanities
Lecturer Entry Pay Rs. 56,100/- Level 9A	B.E./B.Tech/B. S in a relevant discipline with a first class or equivalent	Master’s Degree in a specific subject with first class OR equivalent bachelor’s and master’s Degree.
Lecturer Entry Pay Rs. 57,700/- Level 10	Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in relevant subjects with a first class in either of the two at the selection.	A Master’s Degree with first class OR equivalent in relevant subjects, must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR or a similar test, like SLET/SET

Application Fee Categories

The application fee varies according to the candidate category as structured below:

• General/EWS/OBC: Rs. 600/-
• SC/ST Candidates of Jharkhand: Rs. 150/-

Categories	Application Fee
General/EWS/OBC	Rs. 600/-
SC/ST Candidates of Jharkhand	Rs. 150/-

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive competitive remuneration aligned with the 7th Central Pay Commission:

Cadre Posts	Pay Level	Entry Pay
Lecturer	9 ‘A’	Rs. 56,100/-
Lecturer	10	Rs. 57,700/-

Selection Process Checklist

The evaluation and selection of applicants will follow a multi-stage procedure:

• Application Scrutiny
• Merit List Preparation
• Document Verification
• Interview
• Final Merit List
• Tie Breaking Criteria

Steps to Apply Online for JPSC Polytechnic Lecturer Recruitment 2026

To successfully submit your candidacy, follow the step-by-step application procedure outlined below:

1. Visit the official website of JPSC, Apply Online: JPSC Polytechnic Lecturer 2026 (Active Link).
2. On the homepage, click on the OTR for One Time Registration with a valid email ID and Phone number.
3. OTR number will be generated.
4. Candidates log in with their OTR number and OTP.
5. Fill in all the personal and academic information.
6. Upload scanned photograph, signature and required documents.
7. Pay the application fee.
8. Download the application form and attach self-attested photocopies of the required documents, and send the printed application form to the official address of Jharkhand Public Service Commission via speed post.

Next Steps: After completing your online submission and sending the hard copy via speed post, keep your tracking receipt safe, prepare your academic certificates for document verification, and check the official portal regularly for upcoming interview schedules and admit card announcements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How candidates will select for the JPSC Polytechnic Lecturer Recruitment 2026/

Final recruitment is strictly merit-based, evaluating candidates primarily on their verified academic credentials and performance during the interview stage.

Is a submission of a hard copy of application form mandatory?

Yes, after completing the online registration, it is mandatory for candidates to print the application form and submit it along with the required self-attested documents to the JPSC office.

What is the age limit for JPSC Polytechnic Lecturer positions?

The maximum age limit is less than 65 years, and there is no set minimum age limit specified under Advertisement Number 04/2026.

Where can I read the official notification PDF for JPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026?

You can view and download the official notification PDF through the link provided in the article, referencing Advertisement No. 04/2026.