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JSSC Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2025 (JSACE), Notification Out

April 4, 2025 by monika

Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission is recruiting for the Jharkhand Scientific Assistant Competitive Examination 2025. This recruitment drive is for regular and backlog posts at the State Forensic Science Laboratory in Ranchi Jharkhand. There are a total of 23 vacancies for various Scientific Assistant positions. Online applications are invited from citizens of India for these government jobs. The application window opens on 02/05/2025. Make sure to apply before the last date which is 02/06/2025.

Recruitment Overview

Recruitment Organization Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission JSSC
Post Name Scientific Assistant
Advt No 01/2025
Job Nature Regular Vacancies
Mode of Exam Computer Based Test CBT
Vacancies 23
Salary PB II Rs 9300-34800 GP Rs 4200
Applicant Eligibility Citizens of India
Job Location Ranchi Jharkhand
Category Jharkhand Government Jobs

Post Details

Post Name Vacancies Essential Qualification
Physics UR-1, ST-1 M.Sc. Physics/Maths (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Physics/Maths. Computer Cert. required.
General Chemistry UR-1, ST-1 M.Sc. Chemistry (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Chemistry. Computer Cert. required.
Toxicology UR-4, ST-1 M.Sc. Chemistry (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Chemistry. Computer Cert. required.
Serology UR-1, ST-1 M.Sc. Life Science related (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Life Sc. related. Computer Cert. required.
DNA BC-II-1, EWS-1 M.Sc. Life Science related (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Life Sc. related. Computer Cert. required.
Cyber Forensic UR-1 MCA (55%) or BE/B.Tech IT/Computer Science (55%).
Firearms Branch ST-2, SC-1 M.Sc. Physics/Maths (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Physics/Maths. Computer Cert. required.
Narcotics ST-1, SC-1, EBC-I-1 M.Sc. Chemistry (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Chemistry. Computer Cert. required.
Biology ST-1 M.Sc. Life Science related (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Life Sc. related. Computer Cert. required.
Photography ST-1 M.Sc. Physics (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Physics. Computer Cert. required.
Document ST-1 M.Sc. Physics/Chemistry (55%) or M.Sc. Forensic Sc. (55%) with B.Sc. Physics/Chemistry. Computer Cert. required.

Age Eligibility

Category Maximum Age Limit (Years)
Unreserved (UR) 35
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) 35
Extremely Backward Class (EBC-I) & Backward Class (BC-II) (Male) 37
Female (UR, EBC-I, BC-II) 38
Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) (Male & Female) 40
Ex-Servicemen Additional 5 years relaxation

Exam Fee

Category / Details Examination Fee
General / EWS / EBC / BC / Other State Candidates Rs. 100
SC / ST Candidates (Jharkhand Domicile Only) Rs. 50

Selection Process

  1. Main Examination: The selection is based on a Main Examination conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT).
  2. Exam Structure: The Main Exam consists of two papers. Questions are objective and multiple-choice type, available in Hindi and English.
  3. Paper 1 - Computer Knowledge & Operation:
    • Subject: Basic knowledge of Windows, MS Office, Internet, Email etc.
    • Questions: 50 multiple-choice questions.
    • Duration: 1 hour.
    • Nature: This paper is qualifying in nature.
    • Qualifying Marks: Minimum 30% marks are required to pass.
    • Mandatory: Passing is mandatory for all posts except Scientific Assistant, Cyber Forensic.
    • Merit: Marks obtained here are not added for merit list preparation.
  4. Paper 2 - Specific Subject Test:
    • Subject: Based on the specific discipline of the post applied for.
    • Syllabus: Detailed syllabus is provided in Appendix-X of the brochure.
    • Questions: 100 multiple-choice questions.
    • Duration: 2 hours.
    • Merit: Marks from this paper determine the merit list.
  5. Marking Scheme:
    • Correct Answer: +4 marks.
    • Incorrect Answer: -1 mark (Negative marking).

How to Apply

  1. Visit Website: Go to the official JSSC website: JSSC Website.
  2. Find Link: Click on the link for Online Application for JSACE-2025.
  3. Register: Complete the initial registration process. You will receive your Registration Number and Password via SMS/Email. Keep these safe.
  4. Login & Fill Details: Log back in using your credentials. Fill in all required details carefully. Save and Continue each page. Registration is open from 02/05/2025 to 02/06/2025.
  5. Pay Fee: After 12:00 PM the day after filling details, log in to pay the examination fee. Fee payment deadline is 04/06/2025.
  6. Upload Photo & Signature: One day after successful fee payment, log in again. Upload your scanned photo and signature. Deadline is 06/06/2025.
  7. Print Application: After submitting, take a printout of the completed application form for your records.
  8. Corrections (If Needed): A correction window is available from 08/06/2025 to 10/06/2025 to modify certain fields if required.

Important Dates

Online Registration Start Date 02/05/2025
Online Registration Last Date 02/06/2025 (Mid Night)
Fee Payment Last Date 04/06/2025 (Mid Night)
Photo & Signature Upload Last Date 06/06/2025 (Mid Night)
Application Correction Window 08/06/2025 to 10/06/2025 (Mid Night)

Important Links

JSSC Website Click Here
Notification Click Here
Apply Online (Actie From 02/05/2025) Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the application fee? The fee is Rs. 100 for General, EWS, EBC, BC, and Other State candidates. For SC/ST candidates of Jharkhand, the fee is Rs. 50.
  2. Is there negative marking in the exam? Yes, there is negative marking. 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer in the Main Examination (Paper 1 and Paper 2).
  3. What is the pay scale for Scientific Assistant? The pay scale is Pay Band II, which is Rs. 9300 to Rs. 34800, with a Grade Pay of Rs. 4200.
  4. How will I get my admit card? Admit cards will be uploaded on the official JSSC website. You need to download it from there. Admit cards will not be sent by post.