JKSSB Recruitment 2026 for 390 vacancies. Notification details, important dates, salary, and eligibility.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 – Overview
A job advertisement was released by Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) for various government departments such as UT/Division/District Cadres where applicants can apply online through advertisement number 13/2025. Approximately 390 positions will be available across numerous government departmental units located throughout the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Departments Covered
The vacancies are distributed across several departments such as:
- Agriculture Production Department
- Cooperative Department
- Industries & Commerce
- Jal Shakti Department
- Social Welfare Department
- Transport Department
- Animal/Sheep Husbandry & Fisheries
(among others)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 26 December 2025 |
| Start of Online Applications | 27 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | About 1 week before the exam |
Vacancy & Post Details
Below is a summary of key posts and the number of vacancies (total: 390). (
| Category / Post | Vacancies |
| Stock Assistant | 45 |
| Fisheries Development Assistant | 33 |
| Deputy Inspector Fisheries | 7 |
| Inspector Fisheries / Farm Manager | 3 |
| Junior Supervisor / Sub Auditor | 18 |
| Assistant Handicrafts Training Officer | 60 |
| Assistant Handloom Training Officer | 27 |
| Works Supervisor | 121 |
| Supervisor (Social Welfare) | 36 |
| Motor Vehicle Inspector | 10 |
| Motor Vehicle Traffic Assistant | 2 |
| Fitter | 10 |
| Greaser Washer | 8 |
| Mechanic | 8 |
| Stores Officer | 1 |
| Upholster | 1 |
| Total | 390 |
📍 Note: Post names and exact numbers can vary slightly depending on the final notification annexures (official PDF) released by JKSSB.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality & Domicile
- Must be a domicile of Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
- Valid domicile certificate required on or before the last date of application.
Educational Qualification
- Varies post-wise — from Matric (10th) to Graduate / ITI / Diploma / Relevant Degree depending on the job.
- Stock Assistant → Matric with Science
- Fisheries/Technical Posts → Relevant Science / Fisheries / Diploma degrees
- Supervisory & Training Officer Posts → Graduation or specialty qualifications
- Detailed qualifications are in Annexure-A of the official JKSSB notification.
Age Limit
(as on January 1, 2025)
| Category | Maximum Age |
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 years |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS | 43 years |
| PwBD | 42 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 48 years |
Age relaxations apply as per government rules.
Salary & Pay Scale
Monthly salaries range depending on the pay level of the post:
| Pay Level | Salary Range (Approx) |
| SL-1 | ₹14,800 – ₹47,100 |
| Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Level-6 / 6D / 6E | ₹35,400 – ₹1,13,500 |
Average salaries depend on the post you are selected for.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/Open Merit | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / EWS / PwBD | ₹500 |
Fee is paid online only during application. No refund after payment.
Selection Process
The selection procedure typically includes:
- Written Exam (Objective Type / MCQ) — Based on post requirements.
- Document Verification — For eligibility proofs, certificates, etc.
- Skill / Trade Test (if applicable) — Depending on specific post requirements.
The detailed exam pattern & syllabus is released later on the official website.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official JKSSB website: jkssb.nic.in.
- Go to the “Recruitment / Advertisement No. 13 of 2025” link.
- Register / Login with your credentials.
- Fill in the online application form with personal and academic details.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee online.
Submit the form and print the confirmation for records.
