JKSSB 518 Vacancy 2026 notification is out for various government posts including Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Lab Technician and Horticulture Technician. Apply online from 10 September.
The recruitment includes posts like Horticulture Technician Grade-IV, Junior Staff Nurse, Junior Pharmacist, Junior Lab Technician, Junior Laboratory Assistant, Health Educator, Supervisor and other posts.
Eligible candidates who are domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir can submit their online applications through the official JKSSB website. The online application process will start from 10 September 2026 and the last date to apply is 9 October 2026.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 08 of 2026 |
| Notification Date | 4 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 518 Posts |
| Departments | Agriculture Production, Health & Medical Education, Higher Education, Labour & Employment |
| Job Type | Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Application Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 October 2026 |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
JKSSB has announced 518 vacancies across four departments. The post-wise vacancy distribution is given below:
| Department | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Agriculture Production Department | 46 Posts |
| Health & Medical Education Department | 421 Posts |
| Higher Education Department | 48 Posts |
| Labour & Employment Department | 3 Posts |
| Total | 518 Posts |
Department-Wise JKSSB Vacancy Details
1. Agriculture Production Department – 46 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Canning Attendant | 1 |
| Horticulture Technician Grade-IV | 45 |
| Total | 46 |
Qualification:
- Senior Canning Attendant: Matric qualification with 6 months Fruit Preservation training.
- Horticulture Technician Grade-IV: 10+2 with one-year Basic Horticulture training from recognised institutions.
2. Health & Medical Education Department – 421 Posts
This department has the highest number of vacancies.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Health Educator | 15 |
| Sanitary Inspector | 14 |
| Junior Pharmacist | 211 |
| Para Medical Assistant | 1 |
| Junior Theatre Technician | 10 |
| Junior Ophthalmic Technician | 17 |
| Junior Lab Technician | 40 |
| Junior Staff Nurse | 48 |
| FMPHW | 46 |
| MMPHW | 19 |
| Total | 421 |
Qualification Highlights:
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Pharmacist | 10+2 Science + Diploma/Degree in Pharmacy |
| Junior Staff Nurse | Matric Science + Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery |
| Junior Lab Technician | Diploma/Degree in Lab Technology |
| Theatre Technician | Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology |
| Ophthalmic Technician | Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology |
| FMPHW/MMPHW | Matric Science + Relevant Diploma |
3. Higher Education Department – 48 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Laboratory Assistant (Division Kashmir) | 27 |
| Junior Laboratory Assistant (Division Jammu) | 21 |
| Total | 48 |
Qualification:
Candidates should have a Graduate Degree in Science.
Preference will be given to candidates having a Post Graduate Diploma in professional laboratory courses.
4. Labour & Employment Department – 3 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Supervisor | 3 |
Qualification:
Matriculation or equivalent qualification from a recognised board.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 4 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Domicile Requirement
Applicants must be domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory and should have a valid domicile certificate before the last date of application.
Age Limit
The age will be calculated as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 Years |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2 | 43 Years |
| RBA/OBC/EWS/ALC-IB | 43 Years |
| PwBD Candidates | 42 Years |
Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends on the post.
Candidates with:
- Matric qualification
- 10+2 qualification
- Diploma in technical/paramedical fields
- Graduation in Science subjects
can apply for different posts according to eligibility requirements.
Applicants must check the official notification before applying.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | ₹600 |
| SC/ST/EWS/PwBD | ₹500 |
Payment can be made through:
- Net Banking
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the pay level of the post.
| Post Category | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Level-2 Posts | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Level-4 Posts | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Level-6 Posts | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Level-6D Posts | ₹35,800 – ₹1,13,200 |
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will be based on:
1. Written Examination
- Objective type MCQ paper
- Exam language: English
- Negative marking: 1/4 marks for every wrong answer
2. Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted in the written exam will be called for document verification.
There will be no interview stage for these posts.
Documents Required for JKSSB Application
Candidates should keep these documents ready:
- J&K Domicile Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Birth Certificate/Matric Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Valid Photo ID Proof
- PwBD/Ex-Serviceman Certificates (if applicable)
How to Apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official JKSSB website.
- Open Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026.
- Register and fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form before 9 October 2026.
- Save the application printout for future reference.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Apply only through online mode.
- Check eligibility before submitting the form.
- Enter details exactly as mentioned in certificates.
- Multiple applications for the same post may lead to cancellation.
- Keep application details safe for future use.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Available on JKSSB Website |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
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