JKSSB Recruitment 2026: 518 Vacancies Announced, Apply Online from September 10
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially released Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026 inviting online applications for 518 UT, Divisional and District Cadre vacancies across multiple government departments in Jammu & Kashmir.
The recruitment drive includes vacancies in the Health & Medical Education Department, Agriculture Production Department, Higher Education Department, and Labour & Employment Department. Eligible candidates can submit their online application forms from September 10, 2026, through the official JKSSB portal.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview
The latest JKSSB recruitment notification has been issued to fill 518 vacancies in various departments of the Government of Jammu & Kashmir.
The recruitment covers multiple technical and non-technical posts including Junior Pharmacist, Junior Laboratory Assistant, Staff Nurse, Health Educator, Horticulture Technician Grade-IV, FMPHW, MMPHW, Junior Lab Technician, Sanitary Inspector, Junior Theatre Technician, Junior Ophthalmic Technician, Supervisor and several other posts.
Candidates will be selected through a written examination (OMR-based) followed by Document Verification (DV).
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Important Dates
- Notification Released: 04 August 2026
- Online Application Starts: 10 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 09 October 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 09 October 2026
- Written Examination: To be notified separately
- Admit Card: Approximately one week before the examination
Vacancy Details
A total of 518 vacancies have been advertised under Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026.
Department-wise vacancies include:
- Health & Medical Education Department: 421 Posts
- Higher Education Department: 48 Posts
- Agriculture Production Department: 46 Posts
- Labour & Employment Department: 3 Posts
Total Vacancies: 518
Major Posts Advertised
Some of the important posts notified include:
- Junior Pharmacist
- Junior Laboratory Assistant
- Junior Staff Nurse
- Health Educator
- Sanitary Inspector
- Horticulture Technician Grade-IV
- Senior Canning Attendant
- Junior Lab Technician
- Junior Theatre Technician
- Junior Ophthalmic Technician
- FMPHW
- MMPHW
- Para Medical Assistant
- Supervisor
- Junior Laboratory Assistant
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective post as mentioned in Annexure-A of the official notification.
Depending upon the post, qualifications range from:
- Matriculation
- 10+2
- Diploma
- Graduation
- Science Graduate
- Pharmacy Diploma/Degree
- Nursing Diploma
- Laboratory Technology Diploma
- Various technical qualifications
Candidates must possess all required qualifications on or before 09 October 2026.
Domicile Requirement
Applicants must be Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and should possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority before the prescribed cut-off date.
Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Maximum age limits are:
- Open Merit (OM): 40 Years
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/RBA/OBC/EWS/ALC-IB): 43 Years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 42 Years
Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen will be applicable as per the notification.
Application Fee
Application fee is payable online only.
- General Category: ₹600
- SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD: ₹500
The application fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Document Verification
The written examination will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) conducted in English only.
Negative Marking: One-fourth (¼) mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Examination Pattern
The notification specifies:
- Objective Type Examination
- OMR Based
- English Language Only
- Negative Marking Applicable
The detailed syllabus will be notified separately by JKSSB.
Reservation Policy
Reservation benefits shall be provided according to the Jammu & Kashmir Reservation Rules and the category-wise breakup notified by the concerned departments.
Candidates claiming reservation must upload valid certificates in the prescribed format while submitting the online application.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should note the following:
- Apply online only through the official JKSSB portal.
- Upload clear photograph and signature.
- Keep original documents ready for Document Verification.
- Carry Admit Card, valid Photo ID and recent passport-size photographs to the examination centre.
- Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.
- No correction in the application form will be allowed after final submission.
- Multiple applications for the same post/item may lead to cancellation of candidature.
What Happens Next?
After completion of the application process:
- JKSSB will announce the examination schedule.
- Admit Cards will be issued online.
- Written Examination will be conducted.
- Qualified candidates will be called for Document Verification.
- Final selection list will be prepared based on merit.
Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official JKSSB website for the latest updates regarding syllabus, examination date, admit card and further notifications.
Student Advice
If you are planning to apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026:
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Verify your eligibility for the post.
- Arrange all required certificates in advance.
- Ensure your Domicile and Category Certificates are valid.
- Submit your application well before the last date to avoid last-minute server issues.
- Keep checking JKSSB announcements for syllabus and exam updates.
Download Official Notification
Official Notification (Advertisement No. 08 of 2026):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GYWUdCydF6mu6n0vzLGDO0xUOJG6CQAf/view?usp=drivesdk
Official Website: https://jkssb.nic.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies have been announced under JKSSB Recruitment 2026?
A total of 518 vacancies have been notified.
Q2. When will the online application process begin?
Online applications will start from 10 September 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submission of online applications is 09 October 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹600 for General candidates and ₹500 for SC, ST, EWS and PwBD candidates.
Q5. How will candidates be selected?
Selection will be based on a written examination followed by Document Verification.
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