JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,863 Posts, 8th/10th/10+2 Eligible

JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,863 Posts, 8th/10th/10+2 Eligible

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 for the direct recruitment of 2,863 Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts in various departments across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

The recruitment covers UT Cadre, Divisional Cadre and District Cadre posts. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the JKSSB portal from 05 October 2026, while the last date to apply is 03 November 2026.

Candidates interested in JKSSB Class-IV and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026 should check the educational qualification, domicile requirement, age limit, pay scale, application fee, selection process and other conditions before applying.

JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026: Important Details

The recruitment has been notified through JKSSB Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 dated 01 September 2026.

• Recruiting Authority: Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
• Advertisement Number: 09 of 2026
• Notification Date: 01 September 2026
• Total Vacancies: 2,863

• Posts: Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker
• Cadres: UT, Divisional and District
• Application Mode: Online
• Online Application Starts: 05 October 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 03 November 2026
• Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2026
• Pay Level: SL1 (₹14,800–₹47,100)
• Official Website: jkssb.nic.in

JKSSB Recruitment 2026: 2,863 Vacancies

JKSSB has advertised a total of 2,863 vacancies under different cadres and departments of the J&K Government.

The vacancies are distributed among:

• UT Cadre: 105 posts
• Divisional Cadre Jammu: 1,093 posts
• Divisional Cadre Kashmir: 897 posts
• District Cadre: 768 posts

The district-cadre vacancies are distributed among different districts of Jammu and Kashmir, while UT and divisional vacancies cover various government departments.

Candidates should check the detailed vacancy distribution in Annexure-A of the official JKSSB notification before selecting the applicable post/cadre.

JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Educational Qualification

The educational qualification depends on the post.

Class-IV (MTS)

For Class-IV (MTS) posts, the prescribed educational qualification is:

• Minimum Qualification: Matriculation (10th Pass)
• Maximum Qualification: 10+2

Therefore, candidates applying for Class-IV posts must have passed Matriculation and should not possess a qualification higher than 10+2 for the purpose specified in the recruitment rules.

Sanitation Worker

For Sanitation Worker posts, the prescribed qualification is:

• Minimum Qualification: 8th Pass
• Maximum Qualification: 10+2

Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification on or before the applicable cut-off date.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Eligibility: Domicile Requirement

Candidates applying for the advertised posts must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

A valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format must be available on or before the last date of submission of the online application, i.e. 03 November 2026, unless the deadline is extended by the Board.

Candidates should ensure that their domicile and other certificates satisfy the requirements mentioned in the notification before submitting the application.

JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The age limit is calculated as on 01 January 2026.

The maximum age limits prescribed by JKSSB are:

• Open Merit (OM): 40 years
• SC: 43 years
• ST-1: 43 years
• ST-2: 43 years
• RBA: 43 years
• ALC/IB: 43 years
• EWS: 43 years
• OBC: 43 years
• Physically Challenged Persons: 42 years

For Ex-Servicemen, the applicable service-period deduction and age-relaxation provisions will apply as specified in the official notification.

The notification also provides five years of additional upper-age relaxation to candidates claiming the additional weightage available to eligible casual workers under the applicable Class-IV special recruitment rules.

JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Pay Scale

Selected candidates appointed against the advertised Class-IV and Sanitation Worker posts will be placed in:

• Pay Level: SL1
• Pay Scale: ₹14,800–₹47,100

The appointment and other service conditions will be governed by the applicable rules and regulations of the Government of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee online.

• General/other applicable candidates: ₹600
• SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD candidates: ₹500

The fee can be paid through online modes including Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card.

The Board has stated that applications submitted without the prescribed fee will not be considered. The fee once paid is also non-refundable, except as may be dealt with under the provisions mentioned in the notification.

JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process will be based on a merit-cum-preference system involving the written examination and additional points prescribed under the applicable rules.

The overall merit will be determined on the basis of marks obtained in the written test along with applicable additional points.

The distribution of marks differs according to the cadre.

UT Cadre Selection Criteria

For UT Cadre posts, the selection framework consists of:

• Written Test – 85 marks
• Eligible additional weightage for candidates whose family member has never been in Government service – 5 marks
• Eligible widows, divorced women, judicially separated women and orphan girls – 5 marks
• Eligible casual workers engaged for five years or more – 5 marks

Total: 100 marks

Divisional Cadre Selection Criteria

For Divisional Cadre posts:

• Written Test – 80 marks
• Home Division candidate – 5 marks
• Eligible candidates whose family member has never been in Government service – 5 marks
• Eligible widows, divorced women, judicially separated women and orphan girls – 5 marks
• Eligible casual workers engaged for five years or more – 5 marks

Total: 100 marks

District Cadre Selection Criteria

For District Cadre posts:

• Written Test – 75 marks
• Home District candidate – 10 marks
• Eligible candidates whose family member has never been in Government service – 5 marks
• Eligible widows, divorced women, judicially separated women and orphan girls – 5 marks
• Eligible casual workers engaged for five years or more – 5 marks

Total: 100 marks

Candidates should carefully read the official notification to understand the documentary requirements for claiming any additional weightage.

JKSSB Written Examination 2026

The written examination will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions.

The questions will be set in English language only.

JKSSB has also prescribed negative marking. For every incorrect answer, one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.

The date and examination centres will be notified separately by the Board through its official website.

The syllabus for the advertised posts will also be notified separately.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Merit-Cum-Preference

The Board will use a merit-cum-preference method for allocation of cadres and departments.

Successful candidates may be asked to indicate their preferences for cadres and departments through the online application form or at a later stage, as decided by JKSSB.

Allocation will be made on the basis of the candidate's merit and the preferences submitted, subject to the applicable rules and vacancies.

Once the allocation of cadre and department is notified by the Board, it will be treated as final and binding as specified in the notification.

How to Apply Online for JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official JKSSB website.

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official JKSSB website.

2. Open the recruitment/application section.

3. Look for Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026.

4. Read the detailed notification and confirm your eligibility.

5. Complete the online registration using the required details.

6. Enter your personal, domicile and educational information carefully.

7. Select the applicable post/cadre/department as permitted by the Board.

8. Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents in the prescribed format.

9. Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.

10. Review the complete application carefully before final submission.

11. Submit the application form and save/print the final application confirmation for future reference.

Candidates are advised not to wait until the final date because heavy traffic on the application portal may cause difficulty in submitting the form.

Documents and Certificates for JKSSB Recruitment 2026

Candidates should keep their relevant certificates and documents ready for the recruitment process.

Depending on the claim made in the application, candidates may be required to produce original documents during Document Verification.

These may include:

• Matriculation certificate
• 10+2 certificate, wherever applicable
• Domicile Certificate
• Category Certificate, wherever applicable
• PwBD Certificate, wherever applicable
• Documents supporting additional weightage claims
• Valid identification proof
• Printed copy of the online application form
• Other documents prescribed by JKSSB

Candidates should ensure that the certificates supporting their eligibility and category claims are valid and in the prescribed format.

Important Instructions for JKSSB Applicants

Candidates should carefully follow the instructions issued by JKSSB before submitting the application.

The Board has specifically advised candidates to enter their name, date of birth, father's name and mother's name exactly as recorded in the Matriculation Certificate.

Once the application has been submitted and an application number has been generated, requests for changes in the application particulars will not ordinarily be entertained.

Candidates should also upload a clear photograph and signature in the prescribed size. Applications containing blurred or illegible photographs or signatures may be rejected.

Only one online application for the same Item Number is permitted. Candidates should therefore exercise due care while filling and submitting their forms.

The successfully submitted application will remain provisional until the eligibility and supporting documents are verified.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026: Scribe and Compensatory Time for PwBD Candidates

Eligible candidates with Benchmark Disabilities may avail themselves of the facility of a scribe and/or compensatory time subject to the conditions prescribed by JKSSB.

The notification provides for 20 minutes of compensatory time per hour of examination for eligible candidates, subject to submission of the required certificates and undertakings.

Candidates seeking these facilities should carefully follow the requirements given in the relevant annexures of the notification.

JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

The online application process for Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 will begin on:

05 October 2026

The last date for submission of the online application form is:

03 November 2026

The date and examination centres for the written examination will be notified separately by JKSSB.

Candidates should regularly visit the official JKSSB website for examination dates, admit cards, syllabus, notices and other recruitment updates.

JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026: Official Notification

Candidates are advised to read the complete JKSSB Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 before applying.

The official notification contains the complete cadre-wise and department-wise vacancy breakup, eligibility conditions, reservation provisions, age limits, educational qualifications, fee details, selection criteria, examination instructions and other terms and conditions.

See Official Notification

Download JKSSB Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 – PDF

JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026 FAQs

How many vacancies have been announced by JKSSB in Advertisement No. 09 of 2026?

JKSSB has advertised a total of 2,863 vacancies under UT, Divisional and District Cadres.

What posts are included in JKSSB Recruitment 2026?

The recruitment includes Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts in various government departments of Jammu and Kashmir.

What is the qualification for JKSSB Class-IV posts?

The prescribed qualification for Class-IV (MTS) posts is minimum Matriculation (10th pass) and maximum 10+2.

What is the qualification for JKSSB Sanitation Worker posts?

The prescribed qualification for Sanitation Worker posts is minimum 8th pass and maximum 10+2.

What is the JKSSB Class-IV salary?

The advertised Class-IV and Sanitation Worker posts carry Pay Level SL1 with a pay scale of ₹14,800–₹47,100.

When will JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 applications start?

The online application process will begin on 05 October 2026.

What is the last date to apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submitting the online application is 03 November 2026, unless extended by the Board.

What is the application fee for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?

The prescribed fee is ₹600, while candidates belonging to SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD categories have to pay ₹500.

Is there negative marking in the JKSSB Class-IV examination?

Yes. JKSSB has prescribed a negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer.

Is JKSSB Recruitment 2026 open to J&K residents?

Candidates applying for the advertised posts must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate within the prescribed timeline.

Conclusion

The JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026 provides a major government employment opportunity with 2,863 vacancies across UT, Divisional and District Cadres in Jammu and Kashmir.

Candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualification, domicile and age requirements should carefully read Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 before submitting their applications.

The online application process will start on 05 October 2026, and eligible candidates must submit their applications by 03 November 2026.

Candidates are advised to keep checking the official JKSSB website for the latest updates regarding the application process, syllabus, examination date, admit card, answer key, result and subsequent selection stages.

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