The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026 for 518 vacancies across multiple departments. Online applications open from 10 September 2026. Check post-wise eligibility, application fee, and important dates here.
- Total Vacancies: 518
- Participating Departments: Agriculture Production, Health & Medical Education, Higher Education, Labour & Employment
- Application Dates: 10 September 2026 to 09 October 2026
- Application Fee: ₹600 (Gen), ₹500 (SC/ST/EWS/PwBD)
- Age Cut-off Date: 01 January 2026
- Official Website: www.jkssb.nic.in
JKSSB Recruitment 2026: Overview
The J&K Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has invited online applications for 518 vacancies under Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026, dated 04 August 2026. The recruitment drive is for UT/Divisional/District cadre posts belonging to the Agriculture Production, Health and Medical Education, Higher Education, and Labour and Employment Departments of Jammu & Kashmir.
Selection will be based on a written/OMR examination. The final merit list will be prepared based solely on performance in the examination for most posts. Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date, which is the last date for submission of online applications.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 04 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To Be Notified |
| Exam Date | To Be Notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹600 |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 | ₹500 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | ₹500 |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | ₹500 |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card) |
Age Limit & Relaxation
The prescribed age limit for various categories, as on 01 January 2026, is as follows:
| Category | Maximum Age (Years) | Not Born Before | Not Born After |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 | 01.01.1986 | 01.01.2008 |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / RBA | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ALC/IB, EWS, OBC | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| Physically Challenged Person | 42 | 01.01.1984 | 01.01.2008 |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules (Deduction of service period allowed) | — | — |
Note: Candidates should not be born after 01.01.2008 for all categories.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
- A valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority on or before the cut-off date (09.10.2026) is mandatory.
- As prescribed in Annexure-A (post-wise details).
- Qualifications must be acquired on or before the cut-off date.
- For equivalent qualifications, an Equivalence Certificate from the competent authority is required.
Post-Wise Vacancies and Qualification Details
The notification provides a detailed breakdown of vacancies across 180+ item numbers. Below is a summary of major posts and departments. Complete details are available in the official notification.
| Department | Post Name | Pay Level | Total Vacancies | Key Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Production | Horticulture Technician Grade-IV (Various districts) | SL-2 (15900-50400) | 20+ | 10+2 with one year Basic Horticulture training |
| Agriculture Production | Senior Canning Attendant | SL-2 | 05 | 10+2 with one year training in Canning |
| Health & Medical Education | Junior Pharmacist (Various districts) | Level-4 (25500-81100) | ~150 | 10+2 Science + Degree/Diploma in Pharmacy |
| Health & Medical Education | Junior Staff Nurse | Level-4 | ~50 | Matric with Science + Diploma in GNM |
| Health & Medical Education | Junior Lab Technician | Level-4 | ~40 | Matric + 2-year Diploma/Degree in Lab Technology |
| Health & Medical Education | FMPHW / MMPHW | Level-2 (19900-63200) | ~40 | Matric with Science + relevant Diploma |
| Higher Education | Junior Laboratory Assistant | Level-2 | 48 | Graduate with Science (PG Diploma preferred) |
| Labour & Employment | Supervisor | Level-2 | 03 | Matriculation or equivalent |
Note: For posts like Horticulture Technician and Senior Canning Attendant, the training certificate must be from a recognized government, ICAR, or UGC-affiliated institution. For Junior Laboratory Assistant, preference is given to candidates with a PG Diploma in Professional Laboratory Course.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a written/OMR examination consisting of objective-type multiple-choice questions. The exam will be set in English only. A separate syllabus will be notified on the JKSSB website. For most posts, the final merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the written examination only.
- No interview or personality test for most posts (as per indent).
- Document Verification (DV) will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates must produce all original certificates (Domicile, Qualification, Category, etc.) at the time of DV.
How to Apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official JKSSB website: www.jkssb.nic.in.
- Click on the link for "Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026" and read the full notification carefully.
- Register yourself with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form with correct personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload scanned copies of: recent colour photograph (live), signature (10-20 KB), category certificate (PDF, max 100 KB), and qualification/experience certificates (PDF, max 100 KB).
- Pay the application fee online via Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
- Review all entries before final submission. Once submitted, no changes will be allowed.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference (to be produced during Document Verification).
Important: Do not send hard copies of the application to the JKSSB office.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The notification advertises a total of 518 vacancies across the Agriculture Production, Health and Medical Education, Higher Education, and Labour and Employment Departments of Jammu & Kashmir.
The last date for submission of online applications is 09 October 2026. The application process will commence on 10 September 2026.
General and OBC candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹600. For candidates belonging to SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, and PwBD categories, the fee is ₹500.
Yes. The maximum age limit for SC, ST, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS, and OBC candidates is 43 years (as on 01.01.2026). For Open Merit candidates, the maximum age is 40 years. PwBD candidates have a maximum age of 42 years. Ex-Servicemen are allowed deduction of service period from actual age.
Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Science and possess a Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from any recognized institute to apply for Junior Pharmacist posts under the Health and Medical Education Department.
No. Candidates must submit separate online applications for each item number/post they wish to apply for. Multiple applications for the same post will be rejected, and only the latest application will be considered.
The selection for Horticulture Technician Grade-IV and all other advertised posts shall be made on the basis of merit obtained in the written/OMR examination. There is no interview stage for these posts.
