The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has prescribed the official syllabus for the Jharkhand Intermediate Level Combined Competitive Examination (JILCCE). Candidates preparing for the examination should understand the complete syllabus before starting their preparation. A thorough knowledge of the paper-wise topics helps candidates prepare systematically and focus on the subjects that carry maximum weightage in the examination.
The JSSC Inter Level syllabus is divided into Preliminary Examination and Main Examination. The Preliminary Examination covers General Studies, Jharkhand General Knowledge, Mathematics, General Science, and Mental Ability, whereas the Main Examination consists of Language, Regional/Tribal Language, and General Knowledge papers.
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Recruitment Overview
The JILCCE recruitment provides an opportunity for Intermediate-qualified candidates to secure government jobs in various departments of the Jharkhand Government.
The Preliminary Examination is conducted to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. The paper consists of objective-type questions from five subjects. Candidates should prepare each section according to the official syllabus to maximise their chances of qualifying for the next stage.
The General Studies section evaluates candidates’ awareness of current affairs and important national and international events. Questions are designed to assess the candidate’s understanding of history, geography, polity, economy, and other general awareness topics.
Subject
Topics Covered
General Studies
Current Affairs, National & International Events, Awards & Honours, Indian Languages, Books & Authors, Scripts, Capitals, Currencies, Sports & Sports Personalities, Indian History, Indian Culture, Indian Geography, Environment, Indian Freedom Movement, Indian Agriculture, Natural Resources, Indian Constitution & Polity, Panchayati Raj, Community Development and General Awareness.
Jharkhand General Knowledge Syllabus
This section is dedicated to Jharkhand-specific topics. Candidates should have a good understanding of the state’s history, geography, culture, economy, and current affairs.
Subject
Topics Covered
Jharkhand General Knowledge
History of Jharkhand, Geography, Culture & Civilization, Languages & Literature, Important Places, Mines & Mineral Resources, Industries, Contribution of Jharkhand in the Freedom Movement, Development Schemes, Sports, Awards, Important Personalities, and Current Affairs related to Jharkhand.
Mathematics Syllabus
The Mathematics section is based on the Matriculation (Class 10) level and evaluates candidates’ numerical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
Subject
Topics Covered
Mathematics
Number System, Simplification, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Profit & Loss, Discount, Time & Work, Time, Speed & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Statistics, Data Interpretation, and Basic Arithmetic.
General Science Syllabus
Questions in this section are based on everyday scientific concepts and applications generally expected from a Class 10 qualified candidate.
Subject
Topics Covered
General Science
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Human Health, Everyday Science, Scientific Observation, and General Scientific Concepts.
Mental Ability Test Syllabus
The Mental Ability section assesses logical thinking, reasoning, and analytical skills.
Subject
Topics Covered
Mental Ability Test
Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Analogy, Classification, Coding-Decoding, Number Series, Alphabet Series, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Ranking, Puzzle, Calendar, Clock, Statement & Conclusion, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Arithmetic Reasoning, Data Analysis, and Decision Making.
JSSC Inter Level Main Syllabus 2026
Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination will appear for the Main Examination. The Main Examination consists of three papers, each testing different competencies required for Intermediate-level government posts.
JSSC Inter Level Paper-I Syllabus (Language)
Paper-I is a qualifying paper that evaluates candidates’ proficiency in Hindi and English. The paper consists of 120 questions, with equal weightage given to both languages. Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by JSSC.
Hindi Language
Topic
Syllabus
Hindi
Unseen Passage, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Sentence Formation, Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, Error Detection, and Language Usage.
English Language
Topic
Syllabus
English
Reading Comprehension, Unseen Passage, Grammar, Vocabulary, Parts of Speech, Tenses, Subject-Verb Agreement, Voice, Narration, Clauses, Prepositions, Idioms & Phrases, Error Detection, and Language Usage.
JSSC Inter Level Paper-II Syllabus (Regional / Tribal Language)
Paper-II tests the candidate’s proficiency in the selected Regional or Tribal Language. Candidates have to choose one language while filling out the application form.
Available Languages
Hindi
English
Urdu
Santali
Bangla
Mundari
Ho
Kharia
Kurukh (Oraon)
Kurmali
Khortha
Nagpuri
Panchpargania
Odia
Sanskrit
Topics Covered
The syllabus generally includes:
Grammar
Vocabulary
Reading Comprehension
Language Usage
Prescribed Prose
Poetry
Stories
Literature of the Selected Language
JSSC Inter Level Paper-III Syllabus (General Knowledge)
Paper-III is the most important paper in the Main Examination. It evaluates candidates’ overall knowledge and aptitude through six subjects. The marks obtained in this paper are considered while preparing the final merit list.
General Studies
Subject
Topics Covered
General Studies
Current Affairs, Indian History, Indian Geography, Indian Constitution, Economy, Environment, Agriculture, Freedom Movement, Panchayati Raj, Community Development, Awards, Books, Sports, and General Awareness.
Jharkhand General Knowledge
Subject
Topics Covered
Jharkhand GK
History, Geography, Culture, Languages, Literature, Tribes, Industries, Minerals, Development Plans, Sports, Awards, Important Personalities, and Current Affairs of Jharkhand.
General Science
Subject
Topics Covered
General Science
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Everyday Science, and Scientific Concepts up to the Matriculation level.
Mathematics
Subject
Topics Covered
Mathematics
Number System, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Statistics, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Time & Work, Time, Speed & Distance, and Data Interpretation.
Mental Ability Test
Subject
Topics Covered
Mental Ability
Logical Reasoning, Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Classification, Number Series, Alphabet Series, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Puzzle, Calendar, Clock, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, and Decision Making.
Computer Knowledge
Subject
Topics Covered
Computer Knowledge
Fundamentals of Computers, Computer Hardware & Software, Operating System, MS Office, Internet, Email, Computer Networks, Input & Output Devices, Computer Abbreviations, Digital Literacy, Cyber Security, and Basic Information Technology.
