JKSSB Recruitment 2026: The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026 dated 04 August 2026 for recruitment to 518 various posts in different Government Departments of Jammu and Kashmir.
The vacancies are available in the Health and Medical Education, Higher Education, Agriculture Production, and Labour & Employment Departments. Eligible candidates will be able to submit their applications online from 10 September 2026 to 09 October 2026.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Board | J&K Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 08 of 2026 |
| Notification Date | 04 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 518 Posts |
| Job Location | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Cadre | UT, Divisional & District Cadre |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 October 2026 |
| Selection Process | Objective Type Written/OMR Examination |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Vacancy 2026: Department-Wise Posts
The 518 vacancies have been distributed among four Government Departments.
| Department | No. of Posts | Major Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Health & Medical Education Department | 421 | Junior Pharmacist, Junior Staff Nurse, FMPHW, MMPHW, Lab Technician, Theatre Technician, Ophthalmic Technician, Sanitary Inspector, Health Educator and others |
| Higher Education Department | 48 | Junior Laboratory Assistant – Divisional Jammu & Kashmir |
| Agriculture Production Department | 46 | Horticulture Technician Grade-IV, Senior Canning Attendant |
| Labour & Employment Department | 3 | Supervisor – UT Cadre |
| Total | 518 | — |
Health & Medical Education Department – 421 Posts
The largest share of vacancies is in the Health and Medical Education Department, with 421 posts.
These include posts such as:
- Junior Pharmacist
- Junior Staff Nurse
- FMPHW
- MMPHW
- Lab Technician
- Theatre Technician
- Ophthalmic Technician
- Sanitary Inspector
- Health Educator
- Other health-related posts
Candidates should carefully check the post-wise qualification and eligibility requirements in the official notification before applying.
Higher Education Department – 48 Posts
The Higher Education Department has 48 vacancies for Junior Laboratory Assistant posts under the Divisional Cadre of Jammu and Kashmir.
Agriculture Production Department – 46 Posts
A total of 46 posts have been announced in the Agriculture Production Department, including:
- Horticulture Technician Grade-IV
- Senior Canning Attendant
Labour & Employment Department – 3 Posts
The Labour and Employment Department has 3 vacancies for the post of Supervisor under the UT Cadre.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 04 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 October 2026 |
Important: Candidates should complete their applications before the deadline and avoid waiting until the last date.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age limit is to be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 Years |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / RBA / ALC/IB / EWS / OBC | 43 Years |
| PwBD | 42 Years |
Candidates should also check the detailed notification for any applicable age-related conditions.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Open Merit | ₹600 |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | ₹500 |
The application fee can be paid through online payment methods, including Net Banking and Debit/Credit Card.
JKSSB Selection Process 2026
According to the recruitment details provided, selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in an Objective Type Written Examination / OMR Examination.
Negative Marking
There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
Therefore, candidates should attempt questions carefully during the examination.
Who Can Apply for JKSSB 518 Posts?
The recruitment covers several different posts, so educational qualification and other eligibility conditions will vary from post to post.
For example, health-sector posts such as Junior Pharmacist, Staff Nurse, FMPHW, MMPHW and technical posts may have different educational and professional qualification requirements.
Candidates should therefore not assume that one qualification applies to all 518 vacancies. The post-wise qualification, experience, domicile and other requirements should be checked in Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026.
How to Apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official JKSSB recruitment portal.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official JKSSB website.
- Open the recruitment/application section.
- Find Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Check your eligibility for the desired post.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill in the application form with correct details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Applications are scheduled to remain open from 10 September 2026 to 09 October 2026.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the required documents ready before starting the online application. Depending on the post and category, these may include:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Date of Birth proof
- Domicile certificate
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Valid identity proof
- Other documents mentioned in the official notification
Important Points for Candidates
- 518 vacancies have been announced under JKSSB Advertisement No. 08 of 2026.
- The Health & Medical Education Department has the highest number of vacancies with 421 posts.
- Online applications will start on 10 September 2026.
- The last date to apply is 09 October 2026.
- The selection will be based on an Objective Type Written/OMR Examination.
- 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
- The application process will be completely online.
- Post-wise educational qualifications must be checked before applying.
- Candidates should keep a copy of the submitted application form and fee receipt.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026: Quick Summary
JKSSB has announced 518 vacancies across Health & Medical Education, Higher Education, Agriculture Production, and Labour & Employment Departments. The recruitment includes posts such as Junior Pharmacist, Junior Staff Nurse, FMPHW, MMPHW, Junior Laboratory Assistant, Horticulture Technician Grade-IV and Supervisor.
The online application process is scheduled to begin on 10 September 2026, while the last date for submission is 09 October 2026. Candidates will be selected through an Objective Type Written/OMR Examination, with 0.25 negative marking for each incorrect answer.
Note: The information above is based on the recruitment details provided. Candidates should read the complete official JKSSB Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026 for post-wise qualifications, reservations, cadre details, syllabus and other conditions before submitting the application.
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