JKSSB Recruitment 2026 — 130 Posts Across 6 Departments Advt. 04/2026 • Electrician • Plumber • Lab/Library/Computer Assistant • Horticulture Technician • Machine Man • Apply Online 22 Jun – 21 Jul 2026 • jkssb.nic.in
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) — headquartered at Jammu & Srinagar, J&K |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 04 of 2026 dated 25 May 2026 |
| Cadre Type | UT Cadre (Union Territory) | Divisional Cadre | District Cadre — permanent government service |
| Recruitment Method | Direct Recruitment against indents received from indenting departments |
| Total Vacancies | 130 Posts across 6 departments — actual number may change before final selection as per board's discretion |
| Departments | Agriculture Production | ARI & Trainings | Industries & Commerce | Higher Education | Home | Law, Justice & Parliamentary Affairs |
| Post Types | Electrician, Plumber, Laboratory Assistant, Library Assistant, Computer Assistant, Senior Horticulture Technician, Junior Grader, Machine Man, Binder, Head Weaver, Press Mechanic, Refrigerator Mechanic, Boiler Mechanic/Incubator Mechanic, Copy Holder & others |
| Application Opens | 22 June 2026 |
| Application Closes | 21 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only at jkssb.nic.in — no offline applications accepted |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB (Male): ₹600 | SC/ST1/ST2/EWS/PwBD: ₹500 | Female candidates: as per J&K Govt. rules (check notification) |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years — Maximum 40 years — as on 01 January 2026 (reference date as per notification) |
| Domicile Requirement | Valid J&K Domicile Certificate issued by Competent Authority — mandatory — must be held on or before last date of application |
| Qualification Range | Matriculation (10th) to Graduation — ITI and Diploma holders also eligible — post-wise criteria vary |
| Pay Scale | Level SL1 to Level 6F — Monthly Pay Range: ₹19,900 to ₹1,13,500 (as per 7th CPC J&K Pay Matrix) |
| Selection Process | Written / OMR-Based Exam → Shortlisting (if required) → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Reservation Basis | Category-wise as communicated by indenting departments — per J&K Reservation Act/Rules — PwBD & ESM horizontal wherever applicable |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
Register with valid email ID and mobile number — fill form carefully — upload documents — do not wait till last date22 June 2026
Submit at least 5–7 days before deadline — JKSSB portal may face heavy traffic near last date — fee payment by online mode only21 July 2026
🔨 Technical / Skilled Trade Posts
| Post Name | Dept. | Essential Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | Agriculture Production / Home | Matriculation (10th pass) from recognised Board + ITI certificate in Electrical Trade from recognised institution | SL1–Level 2 |
| Plumber | Home / ARI & Trainings | Middle School pass (8th) + ITI certificate in Plumbing or relevant trade from a recognised ITI/institution | SL1–Level 2 |
| Boiler Mechanic / Incubator Mechanic | Agriculture Production | 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised polytechnic/technical institution | Level 4–5 |
| Refrigerator Mechanic | Agriculture Production | 3-year Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering + 6-month specialisation in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (RAC) from recognised institution | Level 4–5 |
| Press Mechanic | ARI & Trainings | ITI certificate in Mechanical trade + working knowledge of press machine operation, repair and maintenance | Level 2–4 |
| Machine Man | ARI & Trainings / Industries | Matriculation (10th) + ITI in relevant trade OR practical experience in machine operation — machine-specific knowledge required | SL1–Level 2 |
| Head Weaver | ARI & Trainings / Industries | Matriculation (10th) + ITI certificate in Weaving or Textile trade from recognised institution + practical knowledge of loom operation | Level 2–4 |
| ⚠ For exact post-wise vacancy counts and precise qualification requirements, refer to Annexure-A of the official notification at jkssb.nic.in | |||
🏫 Academic / Office Support Posts (Higher Education)
| Post Name | Dept. | Essential Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Assistant | Higher Education (Govt. Colleges) | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in relevant science discipline from a recognised university — lab handling experience preferred | Level 4–6 |
| Library Assistant | Higher Education (Govt. Colleges) | Graduation from a recognised university + Diploma or Certificate in Library Science from a recognised institution — library cataloguing knowledge required | Level 4–5 |
| Computer Assistant | Higher Education (Govt. Colleges) | BCA or B.Sc. (Computer Science/IT) from recognised university — OR — Graduation with recognised computer application diploma/certificate — MS Office, data entry, internet proficiency required | Level 4–6 |
| Copy Holder | ARI & Trainings (Govt. Press) | Graduation from a recognised university — OR — Matriculation with Printing/Mechanical Trade ITI — reading and proofreading skills essential for press work | Level 2–4 |
🌿 Horticultural / Agricultural Technical Posts
| Post Name | Dept. | Essential Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Horticulture Technician | Agriculture Production (Horticulture) | B.Sc. in Horticulture from a recognised agriculture university — OR — B.Sc. in Agriculture with Horticulture as a compulsory/elective subject — practical nursery and orchard knowledge preferred | Level 4–6 |
| Junior Grader | Agriculture Production (Horticulture) | Matriculation (10th pass) with Science subjects from a recognised board — physical fitness for sorting and grading farm produce is essential | SL1–Level 2 |
| Binder | ARI & Trainings (Govt. Press) | Matriculation (10th pass) + ITI in Book Binding trade (preferred) OR demonstrated practical experience in bookbinding, stitching, and cover making at Govt. Press level | SL1–Level 2 |
Pay levels in this recruitment range from Level SL1 (entry-level skilled positions, basic pay ~₹19,900/month) to Level 6F (graduate-level posts, basic pay ~₹35,400–₹1,13,500/month). The exact pay level for each individual post and department is specified in Annexure-A of the official notification. All selected candidates also receive Dearness Allowance, HRA, and other J&K Government admissible allowances on top of basic pay.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Domicile (Mandatory) | Candidates must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. A valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format must be held on or before 21 July 2026 (last date of application). No exemption to this requirement under any circumstance. |
| Nationality | Indian National — J&K domicile as above |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years as on 01 January 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Post-specific — ranges from Matriculation (10th) to Graduation with ITI/Diploma where required. Candidates must possess the required qualification on or before 21 July 2026 — otherwise candidature will be cancelled at document verification. |
| Category Reservation Codes | OM – Open Merit | SC – Scheduled Castes | ST-1 / ST-2 – Scheduled Tribes | RBA – Residents of Backward Areas | EWS – Economically Weaker Sections | OBC – Other Backward Classes | ALC/IB – Areas adjoining Line of Actual Control / International Border | ESM – Ex-Servicemen | PwBD – Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (horizontal reservation) |
| PwBD Reservation | Horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities wherever applicable under rules |
| ESM Reservation | Horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen wherever applicable under J&K Reservation Act/Rules |
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Permissible Age |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 | +5 years | 45 years |
| OBC / RBA / EWS / ALC-IB | +5 years (as per J&K rules) | 45 years |
| PwBD (General/OM) | +10 years | 50 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST/OBC) | +15 years | 55 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Actual period of military service + 3 years | As per J&K ESM rules |
| Govt. Employees (J&K) | As per J&K Civil Services rules — check notification | As applicable |
| Age is reckoned as on 01 January 2026. Relaxations apply only to eligible categories as per J&K Government reservation rules. Candidates must hold a valid category certificate in the prescribed government format issued by the Competent Authority. | ||
- J&K Domicile Certificate is non-negotiable — candidates without a valid domicile certificate will be rejected outright regardless of other qualifications
- Educational qualification must be held on or before 21 July 2026 — appearing candidates (awaiting results) are not eligible
- Candidates must apply for the correct post matching their exact qualification — applying for a higher-level post without the requisite qualification will result in rejection at DV
- Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/EWS/ALC-IB) must be in the J&K Government prescribed format — certificates from other states/formats are not acceptable
- JKSSB reserves the right to increase or decrease vacancy numbers at any point before completion of the selection process
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Fee — General / OBC / RBA / ALC-IB (Male) | ₹600 — non-refundable — payable only through online mode |
| Fee — SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | ₹500 — non-refundable — payable only through online mode |
| Fee Payment Mode | Online — Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI through the JKSSB payment gateway — no offline or challan payments accepted |
| Pay Matrix | Level SL1 to Level 6F — J&K Government Pay Matrix (aligned with 7th Central Pay Commission) — varies by post |
| Entry-Level Pay (SL1) | ~₹19,900/month — for Matriculation/ITI level posts (Electrician, Plumber, Junior Grader etc.) |
| Mid-Level Pay (Level 4–5) | ~₹25,500–₹29,200/month — for Diploma/ITI-Graduation level posts (Boiler Mechanic, Lab Assistant etc.) |
| Higher Pay (Level 6/6F) | Up to ₹1,13,500/month — for graduate-level specialised posts (Senior Horticulture Technician, Computer Assistant etc.) |
| Dearness Allowance | As per J&K Government DA rates — revised periodically |
| House Rent Allowance | As per posting city / J&K Govt. HRA norms |
| Other Benefits | Medical benefits under J&K Govt. health scheme, Leave Travel Concession, NPS pension, and other J&K service benefits |
| ⚠ Application fee once paid is not refundable under any circumstances — including rejection of application, withdrawal of candidature, or failure to appear in the examination. Verify all details carefully before making the payment. | |
JKSSB follows a fully merit-based, transparent selection process with no personal interview at any stage. Final appointment is based entirely on performance in the Written/OMR examination. In the event of a very large number of applicants for a particular post, JKSSB reserves the right to apply shortlisting criteria (such as higher merit cut-off or stage-wise filtering) before calling candidates for the main exam. All stages are clearly communicated on jkssb.nic.in.
Stage 1 — Online Application Submission
Eligible J&K domicile candidates register and submit the online application at jkssb.nic.in between 22 June and 21 July 2026. Personal details, educational qualifications, category, and domicile details are filled in. Required documents are uploaded. Application fee of ₹600 / ₹500 is paid through online mode. Confirmation receipt is generated — keep it safe.
Stage 2 — Written / OMR-Based Examination
The selection is primarily based on a Written or OMR (Objective Multiple Choice) examination conducted by JKSSB. Exam date, centre, and admit card are published on jkssb.nic.in. The paper covers general knowledge, subject-specific questions, and aptitude relevant to the post. There is no interview. In the event of a large number of applicants, JKSSB may apply pre-screening or shortlisting before the main written exam — this will be communicated officially.
Stage 3 — Merit List & Shortlisting
After the written exam, JKSSB prepares a category-wise merit list based on marks obtained. Shortlisted candidates are called for Document Verification in order of merit. The merit list is published on jkssb.nic.in. Number of candidates called for DV is typically 1.5–2 times the number of vacancies in each category to maintain a buffer for vacancies arising from DV rejections.
Stage 4 — Document Verification (DV)
Candidates shortlisted after the exam are required to appear at JKSSB's designated centres (Jammu or Srinagar) with all original documents. Educational certificates, domicile certificate, category certificate, age proof, and other relevant documents are verified against the application form data. Any mismatch or discrepancy results in immediate disqualification. The next candidate in merit order fills the slot.
Stage 5 — Medical Examination
Candidates who clear Document Verification are required to appear for a Medical Examination at designated government hospitals or medical centres. Medical standards vary by post — technical and field-based posts (Electrician, Plumber, Junior Grader etc.) typically require higher physical fitness standards. Candidates declared medically unfit are not offered appointment and the next candidate in merit takes the position.
Stage 6 — Final Appointment
Candidates who successfully clear all preceding stages receive their appointment order from the respective indenting department. Posting is at any location within J&K (Jammu or Kashmir division) as per the cadre type — UT Cadre candidates may be posted anywhere in the UT. Initial probation period applies as per the post-specific service rules.
Ensure you have a valid email ID and active mobile number for OTP verification. Keep scanned copies of: passport-size photograph (recent, colour, white background), signature, Aadhaar card, domicile certificate, educational qualification certificates (marksheets + degree/certificate), and category certificate (if applicable). File sizes and formats must match jkssb.nic.in requirements — typically JPG/PDF, under 50–200 KB per file.
Step 1 — Register on jkssb.nic.in
Visit jkssb.nic.in → Click on the "Recruitment / Advertisement" section → Find Advertisement No. 04/2026 → Click on the Online Application link. New users must register with a valid email ID and mobile number. An OTP will be sent for verification. Complete registration to generate your unique login credentials. Do not create multiple accounts — one candidate, one registration.
Step 2 — Fill the Application Form
Log in and select the post you wish to apply for from the list under Advt. 04/2026. Fill in all mandatory fields: personal details, educational qualifications, J&K Domicile details, category, and address. Enter marks percentage exactly as on your original certificates — do not round up. Select your preferred exam centre from the available options. Cross-check all information before proceeding — some fields cannot be edited after submission.
Step 3 — Upload Required Documents
Upload scanned copies of: (a) recent passport-size photograph, (b) signature, (c) Aadhaar / valid photo ID, (d) educational qualification marksheet / certificate relevant to the post, (e) J&K Domicile Certificate, and (f) Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/EWS/ALC-IB/PwBD — whichever applicable). Ensure all uploads are clear, readable, and within the prescribed file size limits. Poor quality or unreadable uploads lead to rejection.
Step 4 — Pay Application Fee Online
After filling and reviewing the form, proceed to the fee payment section. Pay ₹600 (General/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB male) or ₹500 (SC/ST/EWS/PwBD) through the available online payment options — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Save the transaction ID and payment confirmation receipt. Fee is non-refundable. Applications without successful fee payment are not processed.
Step 5 — Submit & Download Confirmation
After fee payment, click Final Submit. Review the preview of your complete application one final time before confirming. Once submitted, download and print the Application Confirmation Page with your unique Application Number. Store it safely — you will need it for admit card download, exam hall entry, and document verification. Do not wait until 21 July 2026 — technical issues on the last day are common.
| # | Document | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Recent passport-size photograph — colour, white background, taken within 3 months | Online Upload + DV |
| 2 | Signature (scanned) — on white paper in black/blue ink | Online Upload |
| 3 | J&K Domicile Certificate — in prescribed format issued by Competent Authority — mandatory | Online Upload + DV |
| 4 | Aadhaar Card — primary identity and address proof | Online Upload + DV |
| 5 | Class 10 (Matriculation) Marksheet & Certificate — for age/DOB proof and educational eligibility (for Matric-level posts) | Online Upload + DV |
| 6 | Essential Qualification Certificate & Marksheets — ITI / Diploma / Graduation — all semesters/years — specific to the post applied for | Online Upload + DV |
| 7 | ITI/Diploma/Degree Passing Certificate from recognised Board/University/Institution | Document Verification |
| 8 | Category Certificate — SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / OBC / RBA / EWS / ALC-IB — in J&K Government prescribed format — issued by Competent Authority | Online Upload + DV (if applicable) |
| 9 | PwBD Disability Certificate — from Competent Medical Authority — stating nature and percentage of disability | DV (PwBD candidates) |
| 10 | Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate — for ESM reservation claim | DV (ESM candidates) |
| 11 | Application confirmation printout with application number and fee payment receipt | Exam Hall + DV |
| ⚠ At DV — carry all originals + minimum 2 self-attested photocopies of each document. Category certificates must be in J&K Government format — other state/format certificates will not be accepted. Do not laminate any certificates. | ||
Organisation: Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) — Government of Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir
Advertisement No.: 04 of 2026 dated 25 May 2026
Total Vacancies: 130 Posts across 6 Departments (UT / Divisional / District Cadre)
Application Dates: 22 June 2026 to 21 July 2026
Fee: ₹600 (General) | ₹500 (SC/ST/EWS/PwBD) — Online only
Pay Scale: Level SL1 to Level 6F (₹19,900–₹1,13,500/month)
Official Website: jkssb.nic.in
All subsequent updates — admit cards, exam schedule, results, DV call letters, and appointment orders — will be published exclusively on jkssb.nic.in. JKSSB does not issue communications via WhatsApp, Telegram, or unofficial third-party portals.
- JKSSB never charges any amount beyond the prescribed application fee — anyone demanding money for job guarantee, posting preference, or exam assistance is a fraudster
- Apply only through jkssb.nic.in — do not trust any third-party websites or portals claiming to offer JKSSB application services
- Enter exact marks and qualification details in the online form — any deviation discovered at Document Verification leads to disqualification without refund of fee
- Ensure your J&K Domicile Certificate is valid and in the prescribed format — no alternative document substitutes it
- The actual vacancy count may increase or decrease before the final selection — JKSSB's published final selection list is the only binding document
- Recruitment is subject to any court orders or legal proceedings — candidates should monitor jkssb.nic.in for any stay orders or modifications
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