Exciting Job Opportunities: JKSSB Recruitment 2026 for 518 Positions
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview
JKSSB Recruitment 2026: Great news for those seeking government employment! The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has announced a recruitment drive (Advertisement No. 08/2026) to fill 518 positions across various government sectors.
Application Details
Recruitment will cover multiple departments, including Agriculture Production, Health & Medical Education, Higher Education, and Labour & Employment. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online starting from September 10, 2026, with the final date for submission being October 9, 2026.
**Key Application Dates**
1. Online application opens: September 10, 2026
2. Application deadline: October 9, 2026
3. Admit cards available: Approximately one week before the exam.
4. Exam date: To be announced on the official website.
Departments Hiring
**Departments with Openings**
The recruitment will fill various roles, including:
- Health Educator
- Sanitary Inspector
- Junior Pharmacist
- Junior Staff Nurse
- Junior Lab Technician
- Junior Theatre Technician
- Junior Lab Assistant
- FMPHW / MMPHW
- Supervisor
- Senior Canning Attendant
- Horticulture Technician Grade-IV
Salary Structure
**Salary Information**
Compensation for the positions will align with the designated pay levels, ranging from Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) to Level-6 (₹35,800–₹1,13,200).
Eligibility Criteria
**Who Can Apply?**
Candidates must be domiciled in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and possess a valid domicile certificate issued before October 9, 2026. Educational qualifications vary by position. For instance:
- Junior Staff Nurse: Matriculation (10th grade) or higher with Science subjects, plus a General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma.
- Junior Pharmacist: 10+2 (Science) with a degree or diploma in Pharmacy.
- Health Educator: Graduate with Science subjects.
- Junior Lab Assistant: Graduate in Science, with preference for those holding a PG Diploma in a professional lab course.
- Horticulture Technician Grade-IV: 10+2 with one year of basic horticulture training.
- Supervisor: Matriculation or equivalent qualification.
All educational qualifications must be completed by October 9, 2026.
Age Limit
**Age Requirements**
Age will be calculated as of January 1, 2026:
- General (OM): Maximum 40 years.
- SC, ST, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS, OBC: Maximum 43 years.
- PwD (Divyang) candidates: Maximum 42 years.
- Ex-servicemen will receive age relaxation as per regulations.
Selection Process
**Selection Methodology**
Candidates will undergo a written (OMR-based) objective examination. The question paper will be in English, featuring Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). A penalty of 0.25 marks will be imposed for incorrect answers. Those who pass the written test will be invited for document verification.
Special Provisions for PwBD Candidates
PwD (Divyang) candidates will have access to a scribe (writing assistant) as per guidelines. Eligible candidates will also receive an additional 20 minutes per hour during the exam. The scribe's educational qualifications must be lower than those of the candidate, and they cannot be a candidate for the same exam or a relative.
Application Fee
**Fee Structure**
General Category: ₹600
SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, and PwBD: ₹500
Payments can only be made online, and the fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply
**Application Process**
Once the application window opens, candidates can apply online via the official JKSSB portal. During the application process, candidates must upload a recent photograph, signature, educational certificates, category certificate (if applicable), and other necessary documents in the specified format. Candidates may apply for multiple posts but must indicate their preferences. There is no requirement to send a hard copy of the application to the Board's office.