Jharkhand Cancels JSSC CGL, 44 Recruitment Exams Annulled

The Jharkhand government has cancelled 44 recruitment examinations conducted since 2014 following complaints and findings of irregularities in the recruitment process. The decision was formalised through eight notifications issued on August 18, 2026.

The cancellations include the JSSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination along with several other recruitment exams for administrative, judicial, technical and healthcare posts. The government has also announced measures to reform the state's recruitment examination system.

Jharkhand Recruitment Exams Cancelled: Key Details

Which Recruitment Exams Have Been Cancelled?

The cancellation affects several major recruitment examinations and posts.

• JSSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination
• Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Examinations, including 2026 and backlog editions
• Civil Judge (Junior Division)
• Additional Public Prosecutors
• Deputy Collectors
• Forest Range Officers
• Assistant Conservators of Forests
• Assistant Engineers
• Drug Inspectors
• Dentists
• Food Safety Officers
• Lecturers in Government Polytechnics

The decision covers recruitment for administrative, judicial, security, technical and healthcare positions.

Exams Conducted by TDPL Also Cancelled

• The Jharkhand government has ordered the cancellation of all examinations managed by TSR Data Processing Private Limited (TDPL).
• This decision also applies to exams for which results had already been published.
• The government has decided to blacklist the private agency following the irregularities associated with the examination process.

Jharkhand Government Announces Examination Reforms

Along with cancelling the examinations, the state government has announced several measures to improve the recruitment system.

The proposed reforms are aimed at preventing paper leaks, malpractice, and other irregularities in future recruitment examinations.

What Happens to JSSC CGL Candidates?

The cancellation of the JSSC CGL examination means candidates affected by the decision will have to wait for further directions from the state government and the recruitment authorities.

The government has not yet announced a fresh examination schedule for the cancelled recruitment exams. Candidates should wait for official notifications regarding the next steps.

Jharkhand JSSC CGL Cancellation FAQs