J&K Government to Fill 7,253 Job Vacancies by Year-End

Published On: March 21, 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir government has taken a proactive step to address employment by expediting recruitment processes. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced that 7,253 job vacancies, including Gazetted and Non-Gazetted posts, will be filled by the end of the year, as informed by the government in the Legislative Assembly. This initiative aims to streamline government hiring and ensure that essential positions are occupied without delay.

Breakdown of Job Vacancies in J&K Govt.

Total Vacancies: 32,474
Gazetted Posts: 2,503
Non-Gazetted Posts: 19,214
Class-IV (MTS) Posts: 10,757

These vacancies span across 38 government departments, with recruitment being handled by the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) and the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB). Furthermore, the JKSSB’s mandate has been expanded to oversee Non-Gazetted recruitment in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), Government companies, boards, and other state-controlled entities to streamline hiring processes.

Current Recruitment Progress

CM Omar Abdullah highlighted the progress made in filling vacant positions:

13,466 Non-Gazetted vacancies were referred to JKSSB, out of which 9,351 selections are already completed.
2,390 Gazetted vacancies were referred to JKPSC, resulting in 2,175 selections.
10,757 Class-IV (MTS) vacancies are under review before referral.

Key Recruitment Initiatives

Junior Engineer and Higher Education Vacancies

Among the critical vacancies under recruitment:

150 Junior Engineer (Civil) posts referred to JKSSB.
476 out of 840 Higher Education vacancies have been filled.
116 Non-Gazetted vacancies in Higher Education are under Finance Department scrutiny.

Health and Medical Education Recruitment

56 Gazetted and 660 Non-Gazetted vacancies referred for selection.
597 Lecturer posts in School Education Department sent to JKPSC between Nov 2024 and Jan 2025.

New Recruitment Reforms

To enhance transparency and efficiency in hiring, the J&K government has implemented key reforms:

CBT-Based Examinations: JKSSB introduced online computer-based tests.
Single Exam System: A unified test for multiple posts.
Interview Exemptions: Oral tests are waived for Level-6 posts, including Junior Engineers and Naib Tehsildars.

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Regularization of Daily Wagers

To address employment stability, the government has formed a high-level committee to review the regularization of Casual, Seasonal, and Other Workers (CSLWs). This initiative will create a structured policy for long-term employment security.

FAQs

1. How many government vacancies are being filled in J&K?

The J&K government plans to fill 7,253 vacancies by the end of the year, with 32,474 total vacancies identified.

2. Which departments have the most vacancies?

Health, Higher Education, and Engineering departments have a significant number of vacancies.

3. What recruitment reforms have been introduced?

The government has implemented CBT-based exams, a single-exam system, and removed interviews for Level-6 posts.

4. How is J&K addressing daily wage workers?

A high-level committee has been formed to evaluate and propose a policy for regularizing Casual, Seasonal, and Other Workers (CSLWs).

The J&K government’s proactive approach towards recruitment aims to create more employment opportunities and ensure efficient staffing in government departments. With structured reforms, digital testing, and streamlined processes, this initiative will significantly benefit job seekers and improve government administration.