JKSSB Recruitment 2026 released for 270 posts, Check details, eligibility, important dates

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 released for 270 posts, Check details, eligibility, important dates

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Released: Apply for 270 Posts 

The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notifications No. 02 and 03 of 2026 dated 27 March 2026. The notifications announce recruitment for multiple divisional and district cadre posts across various departments in Jammu & Kashmir. Eligible candidates can apply online within the specified dates.

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Overview

The JKSSB Recruitment 2026 brings a significant opportunity for job seekers in Jammu & Kashmir, with a total of 270 posts announced across departments.

• Advertisement No. 02/2026: 76 posts in Jal Shakti Department

• Advertisement No. 03/2026: 194 posts in Agriculture Production & Finance Departments

Who is affected:

• Graduates, diploma holders, and eligible candidates domiciled in J&K

Why important:

• Major government hiring drive across key departments

• Direct recruitment through JKSSB

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Important Dates

Advertisement No. 02 of 2026 (Jal Shakti Department)

• Application Start Date: 15 April 2026

• Last Date to Apply: 14 May 2026

Advertisement No. 03 of 2026 (Various Departments)

• Application Start Date: 20 April 2026

• Last Date to Apply: 19 May 2026

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Key Details from PDF

Total Vacancies

• Jal Shakti Department: 76 Posts

• Agriculture Production Department: 146 Posts

• Finance Department: 48 Posts

Eligibility

• Must be Domicile of Jammu & Kashmir
• Qualification: As per post (mentioned in Annexure-A of PDFs)

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)

• OM: Up to 40 years

• Reserved Categories: Up to 43 years

• PwBD: 42 years

• Ex-Servicemen: 48 years

Application Fee

• General: ₹600

• SC/ST/EWS/PwBD: ₹500

Selection Process

• Objective type written examination

• Negative marking (¼ mark deduction)

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Breakdown / Explanation

Candidates should note that detailed post-wise qualifications, pay levels, and category-wise vacancies are provided in Annexure-A of the official notifications.

The selection process is purely merit-based:

• Written test (OMR-based)

• Document verification

Applications will be provisional, meaning eligibility will be verified later during document verification. Any mismatch in documents can lead to rejection.

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Download / Apply Link

Notification regarding Advertisement for Divisional/District Cadre posts belonging to various Department(s), Jammu & Kashmir vide advertisement notification no. 03 of 2026 dated: 27.03.2026.

Download Official Notification 

Notification regarding Advertisement for Divisional Cadre posts belonging to Jal Shakti Department, Jammu & Kashmir vide advertisement notification no. 02 of 2026 dated: 27.03.2026.

Download Official Notification 

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Important Instructions

• Apply online only through JKSSB website

• Upload correct documents and certificates before deadline

• No correction allowed after submission

• Carry valid ID proof and admit card during exam

• Avoid submitting multiple applications for same post

• Ensure category certificates are valid before cutoff date

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What’s Next

• Admit cards will be released approximately one week before exam

• Exam dates will be notified separately on JKSSB website

• Results and merit list will follow after evaluation

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🎯 Student Advice

• Do not wait for the last date to apply

• Carefully read Annexure-A for post-specific eligibility

• Keep documents ready in advance

• Regularly check JKSSB official website for updates