Candidate Profile
Academic Background: B.Tech in Civil Engineering
Interview Duration: ~15–20 minutes
Board Chairperson: Dr. Jamal Ahmed
Hobby: (Mentioned but not explored in questions)
| Interviewer | Themes | Key Questions |
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| Chairperson | Educational & Technical Fundamentals | 1. “Where did you complete your 10th?” 2. “Where did you graduate from?” 3. “What is the practical use of Civil Engineering?” |
| Construction Materials & Units | 4. “Why do we measure distance uniformly (e.g., decimal), but land area units (bigha, kattha) vary regionally?” | |
| Bridge Engineering | 5. “Describe the Simertoli flyover — what type of bridge is it and what materials/techniques were used?” 6. “How many types of bridges exist?” |
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| Analytical Reasoning & Basics | 7. “There was a glass on the table — calculate its volume.” 8. “What is the difference between AM and FM in sound transmission?” |
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| Motivation & Fit | 9. “What is the nature of your current job?” 10. “What is your hobby?” 11. “Why do you want to enter administration?” 12. “There are younger, healthier candidates—why should we select you?” |
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| Leadership & Closing | 13. “Give a unique example of your leadership that would impress us.” 14. (Chairperson concluded) “Alright, you may go |
Candidate Profile
Educational Background: Matriculation and Graduation details queried
Current Role: Working (details explored)
Language Optional: Santhali
Duration: ~20 minutes
Style: Rapid‑fire mix of personal, regional, security, and development questions
| Interviewer | Themes | Key Questions |
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| Chairperson | Personal & Educational Cultural‑Linguistic |
1. “What is your name?” 2. “Where and when did you complete your 10th?” 3. “Where and when did you graduate?” 4. “What are you doing currently?” 5. “Which language did you take as your optional?” 6. “Does Santhali have its own script?” 7. “Who created the Ol Chiki script?” 8. “Where was Pt. Raghunath Murmu from?” 9. “In which parts of Jharkhand is Ol Chiki used today?” 10. “Why do you wish to leave your present job for JAS?” |
| Member 2 | Internal Security: Naxalism | 1. “Where have you been posted so far?” 2. “What are your specific responsibilities?” 3. “Why is Naxalism more prevalent in those areas?” 4. “What measures would you take to eliminate Naxalism?” 5. “Name the top Maoist leader from Giridih.” 6. “Who is the Maoist leader from Dumri?” 7. “Describe existing anti‑Maoist policies.” 8. “What practical solutions can end the Maoist threat?” 9. “Are encounter operations justified?” 10. “Why have so many top Maoist leaders emerged from Giridih?” |
| Member 3 | Tribal History & Development | 1. “Do you know Birsa Munda?” 2. “Tell us about Birsa Munda’s life.” 3. “What were the causes of the Birsa Munda revolt?” 4. “What is the Mahajani pratha?” 5. “Explain the CNT and SPT Acts.” 6. “When and why was the CNT Act enacted?” 7. “Why is Jharkhand lagging in development?” 8. “How would you drive improvements?” |
Candidate Profile
Academic Background: Not specified
Interview Duration: ~10–12 minutes
Board Chairperson: Dr. Ajita Bhattacharya
| Theme | Questions |
|---|---|
| 1. Introduction & Language | - “Please introduce yourself.” - “Which language would you prefer for this interview?” |
| 2. Contemporary Culture | - “The film is titled MS Dhoni: The Untold Story—why ‘untold’?” |
| 3. Regional Personalities | - “Tell us about Dr. Sonajharia Minz.” |
| 4. International Organizations | - “What is the full form of UNESCO?” |
| 5. Security Operations | - “What was Operation Sindhu?” |
| 6. Water Diplomacy | - “Explain the Indus Water Treaty—has it been beneficial?” |
| 7. Geopolitics | - “If America attacked Iran’s nuclear site, what was the site’s name and the operation called?” |
| 8. Tourism in Jharkhand | - “Name some major tourism spots in Jharkhand.” - “What measures would you take to increase tourism in India?” |
| 9. Infrastructure & Tourism | - “What would the Golden Quadrilateral mean for tourism?” (Candidate was unfamiliar.) |
Candidate Profile
Background Year Gap: Appeared last in 2019, gap discussed.
Interview Language: Asked and confirmed at the beginning
Board Chairperson: Dr. Ajita Bhattacharya
| Theme | Questions Asked |
|---|---|
| 1. Introduction & Personal Profile | - “Which medium would you like to use for this interview?” - “Please introduce yourself.” - “What have you been doing after 2019?” - “How far did you reach in your last JPSC attempt?” |
| 2. Hobby: Kabaddi | - “What is the origin of Kabaddi?” - “What kind of impact has this game had on your life?” - “Why Kabaddi and not cricket?” - “Which came first: Ramayana or Mahabharata?” |
| 3. Indian Geography | - “Name the Seven Sisters of Northeast India.” - “What is the average annual rainfall in Cherrapunji?” |
| 4. Power & Energy Sector | - “Can you name some major power projects in India?” - “What is the full form of NTPC?” - “Is the Subarnarekha Hydel Project currently operational?” |
| 5. Extremism & Ideologies | - “Have you heard the name Charu Majumdar?” - “What are the causes of Naxalism?” - “What is the difference between Maoism and Marxism?” |
| 6. Cybersecurity | - “Apart from Jamtara, which other cities in India are highly affected by cybercrime?” - “What do you understand by cyber defence?” |
| 7. Science – Chemistry Focus | - “What are the major branches of Chemistry?” - “Which Indian has received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry? When and why?” - “What is VIBGYOR? What are the colours involved?” |
| 8. CNT vs. SPT Acts | - “What is the difference between the Chotanagpur Tenancy (CNT) Act and the Santhal Pargana Tenancy (SPT) Act?” |
| 9. Tribal Arts & Culture | - “What are Sohrai and Kohbar paintings?” |
| 10. Climate Change | - “How is climate change affecting Hazaribagh?” |
| 11. Election Management | - “As an election officer, how will you convince the media that no tampering occurred with EVMs?” - “What is the full form of VVPAT?” |
| 12. Internal Security – Terrorism | - “What are the main sources of terror funding?” |
Candidate Profile
Interview Type: Factual recall across diverse topics
Duration: ~23–25 minutes
Board Chairperson: Jamal Ahmed Sir
| Theme | Representative Questions |
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| 1. Personal & Educational | 1. “What do you want to become?” 2. “Which school did you attend for 10th?” 3. “From which college and in which subject did you graduate?” 4. “What happened in your last JPSC attempt (how far did you reach)?” |
| 2. Institutional History | 5. “Which Gossner College professor wrote _______ book?” 6. “Which professor is associated with JPSC?” |
| 3. Jharkhand Administration | 7. “How many blocks are there in Jharkhand?” 8. “Which states border Jharkhand?” |
| 4. Regional Resources | 9. “What natural resources are found in West Bengal?” 10. “What is found in Ramgarh?” 11. “What is found in Bokaro?” |
| 5. Mathematics Quick‑Fire | 12. “What is 25 squared?” 13. “What is 8 squared?” 14. “What is 2⁵?” 15. “Is there a Nobel Prize for Mathematics?” 16. “Has any Indian ever won it?” |
| 6. Sports & Culture | 17. “Which sports do you play?” 43. “Who is Usain Bolt, and how many Olympic medals did he win?” |
| 7. Jharkhand Movements | 18. “Tell us about some social movements in Jharkhand.” |
| 8. Geography & Conflict | 19. “Which country borders Pakistan?” 23. “How many wars have India and Pakistan fought?” 25. “When was the Kargil War?” |
| 9. Security Operations | 20. “Name a recent plane crash.” 24. “What was Operation Sindhu?” |
| 10. Gallantry Awards | 26. “What is India’s highest gallantry award?” 27. “Who has received the Ashoka Chakra?” 28. “When was it awarded?” 64. “Which awards are given in Jharkhand, and who received them?” |
| 11. Polity & Leadership | 29. “Which of these is a secular nation: Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh?” 30. “Where will PM Modi visit on his upcoming Canada trip?” |
| 12. World Capitals & History | 31–33. “Name the capitals of Croatia, Canada, Cyprus.” 80. “Which nations fought the Cold War?” 81. “When was the United States founded?” 82. “Who was the first U.S. President?” |
| 13. Language & Acronyms | 34. “What is ‘MAGHA’?” 35. “What does GOAT stand for?” 50. “Do you have your return form?” 51. “What was Mahatma Gandhi’s full name?” |
| 14. Cultural & Historical | 44–49. “Who was Mahatma Gandhi? Name a movement he led, his children, and why he is called the Father of the Nation.” 52–55. “Who was B.R. Ambedkar? His contributions? Similarities with Buddha?” |
| 15. Science & Medicine | 56–60. “Name 10–15 body organs and their specialist doctors (e.g., lungs–pulmonologist).” |
| 16. Technology & Industry | 61–63. “Which mobile phone brand do you use? Where is it made, and who owns the company?” 42. “Name major aircraft manufacturers.” 78. “Name a software company.” |
| 17. Arts & Culture | 72–73. “How many music genres are there? Name some gharanas (schools).” |
| 18. Education Statistics | 74–76. “Who topped NEET this year? From which state? How many students from Jharkhand passed?” 77. “Name a famous college in your state.” |
| 19. Special Topics & Misc. | 38–39. “Why was there a parade in the U.S.? Whose foundation day was it?” 36. “What is the difference between Washington state and Washington, D.C.?” |
| 20. Personal Life | 83–85. “Are you married? When will you marry? What kind of partner do you prefer?” |
Candidate Profile
Hobby: Swimming
Interview Duration: ~15–20 minutes
“Please introduce yourself.”
“Your hobby is swimming—tell us about it.”
“How many gold medals did Michael Phelps win?”
“When did the modern Olympics begin, and what is its three‑word motto?”
“What is our national anthem? Who composed it, when was it first sung, and when was it officially adopted?”
Themes: Geography, Personal Resilience, Local Culture
“Name the Seven Sisters of Northeast India and their capitals.”
“What is the Gulf Stream?”
“Questions related to your chosen service—why this branch?”
“You display great patience—where did you learn it?”
“You’ve left three jobs so far—what lessons did you take away?”
“Who was Phoolo Jhano?”
“What are the special features of Kanhari Hills in Hazaribagh?”
(One question was asked but not recalled.)
Themes: Academic Choices, Literature, Administrative Insight
“Why did you take Honours in both Hindi and Geography?”
“Recite a couplet (doha) by Kabir Das.”
“What work did Indira Gandhi do in Hazaribagh? How is that relevant to public administration?”
Candidate Profile
Academic Background: Mathematics Honours
Hobby: Cooking
Interview Duration: ~20–25 minutes (estimate)
| Theme | Questions |
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| 1. Self‑Introduction & Hobbies | - “Please introduce yourself and tell us about your hobbies.” - “You mentioned cooking—what dishes do you make? What is the difference between uttapam and chilla?” |
| 2. Local History & Festivals | - “Describe the history of Hazaribagh.” - “Hazaribagh’s Ramnavami fair is famous—what are its special features, what problems does it face, and what causes those problems?” |
| 3. Social Media & Governance | - “What is your view on the role of social media in public administration?” |
| 4. Academic Application (Maths Honours) | - “Explain a mathematical theorem from your honours curriculum that has practical relevance to human development.” - “Sine and cosine are often deemed ‘academic’—give a real‑world application.” |
| 5. Security & Geopolitics | - “Tell us about the Pahalgam/Pulwama attack.” - “Former President Trump claimed he prevented a war—what is your perspective, and what is India’s current stance?” |
| 6. Counter‑Terror Operations | - “What was the turning point in Operation Sindoor? Which Pakistani town’s nuclear facility was targeted during that strike?” |
| 7. Historical Movements | - “What do you know about the Sunhari Kranti (Golden Revolution)?” |
| 8. Police Service Insight | - “What qualities make an effective police officer?” |
Candidate Profile
Academic Background: B.A. (Hons.) in Geography
Interview Duration: ~20 minutes (estimate)
Board Chairperson: L. Khayangte Sir
| Theme | Questions |
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| 1. Hobby & Personal Insight | - “Tell us about your hobby—how does it shape your worldview?” |
| 2. Core Geography Concepts | - “Explain El Niño and La Niña phenomena and their impact on Indian monsoons.” - “How does the greenhouse effect drive global warming?” - “What are the consequences of shifting monsoon patterns?” |
| 3. Governance & Social Issues | - “What steps would you take to combat human trafficking?” - “How would you address witch‑hunting in tribal areas?” |
| 4. Civil Service Aptitude | - “Name your four best qualities as a civil servant.” - “How can your background in geography benefit administrative decision‑making?” |
| 5. Global & Cultural Awareness | - “Who is the latest International Women’s Booker Prize winner?” - “What are the major dance forms of Jharkhand?” |
| 6. Resource Management | - “Illegal sand mining is rampant—how would you regulate it?” |
| 7. Situational Judgement | - “(Scenario 1) You discover child labour in a remote district—what immediate actions do you take?” - “(Scenario 2) A flash flood hits a monsoon‑affected block—outline your relief plan.” |
| 8. Environmental & Legislative | - “Explain the Forest Rights Act and its significance for tribal communities.” |
Candidate Profile
Interview Duration: ~15 minutes
Language Medium: Hindi
Board Chairperson: Dr. Ajita Bhattacharya
| Theme | Sample Questions (Translated) |
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| 1. Self‑Introduction | 1. “Please tell us about yourself.” 2. “Which medium would you prefer for this interview?” (Candidate chose Hindi.) |
| 2. Technical Basics | 3. “What is a router?” 4. “What is the full form of PTI?” 5. “Name a few newspapers.” |
| 3. Environment & Policy | 6. “What is the full form of NAPCC?” 7. “One Nation, One Election—are you in favor or against? Why?” |
| 4. e‑Governance | 8. “What do you understand by e‑governance?” 9. “Practically, what would you do to implement e‑governance?” |
| 5. Subject Expertise | 10. “In which academic subjects do you have strong knowledge?” |
| 6. Professional Details | 11. “What is your current occupation?” 12. “What is your current salary?” |
| 7. Personal & Hobby | 13. “Some personal questions…” 14. “What is your hobby?” |
Candidate Profile
Education: 10th, Graduation, Post‑Graduation (institutions queried)
Hobby: Football
Duration: ~20 minutes (estimate)
| Theme | Questions |
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| 1. Educational Background | 1. “Where did you complete your 10th standard?” 2. “Where did you do your Graduation and Post‑Graduation?” |
| 2. Regional History & Movements | 3. “Tell us about the Kol (Kolhan) Revolt.” 4. “How many universities are there in Jharkhand?” |
| 3. Service Choice & Security | 5. “Why do you prefer the Jharkhand Police Service (JPS)?” 6. “How will you tackle Naxalism as an officer?” |
| 4. Hobby‑Linked Analysis | 7. “You mentioned football as your hobby—what tactical lessons from football can you apply to administration?” |
| 5. Situational Judgement | 8. “(Scenario‑based) Suppose there’s a sudden flood in a remote block during monsoon—outline your immediate relief plan.” |
| 6. Geography & Climate | 9. “Explain the impact of El Niño and La Niña on the Indian monsoon.” 10. “What is the geological origin of the Himalayas?” |
| 7. Defense & Internal Security | 11. “What is the Iron Dome system?” 12. “Who were the Razakars in Indian history?” |
| 8. Sports & Regional Pride | 13. “Name some international hockey players from Jharkhand.” |
Candidate Profile
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Interviewer |
Themes |
Key Questions |
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Chairperson (Bhattacharya Ma’am) |
Career Motivation & General Knowledge |
1. “Why Civil Services after Civil Engineering?” 2. “How can you test the quality of bricks?” 3. “How can you test the quality of cement?” 4. “What is your hobby?” → True‑crime documentaries 5. “Have you heard about the Jessica Lal murder case?” 6. “Why don’t you watch Indian crime shows like Savdhaan India?” 7. “What is the U.S. Parliament called?” 8. “Which country attacked Iran last night?” |
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Member 1 |
Social Schemes & Nutrition |
1. “Do you know about the POSHAN scheme? What is its full form?” 2. “Name a few targets/indicators of POSHAN.” 3. “Do you know about ICDS? Its objectives?” 4. “What percentage of women in Jharkhand are anaemic?” 5. “Are you aware of the NFSA?” 6. “What was Operation Sindhu? Was it only for Indian students?” |
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Member 2 |
Engineering Insight & Crime‑Prevention |
1. “What do you know about Jadugoda?” 2. “Name the isotopes of uranium and their current relevance.” 3. “What is the atomic weight of uranium?” 4. “Many bridges are collapsing—what would you do, as an engineer, to prevent failures?” 5. “What kinds of forces does a bridge experience?” 6. “Do you know about Kala Pani?” 7. “It still stands intact without bricks and cement—how?” 8. “Your hobby is crime documentaries—how would you help reduce human trafficking cases?” |
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Closing Question |
Regional History |
- “Name a famous personality from medieval Sasaram.” |