JKSSB Recruitment 2026 - Online Application Postponed for 130 Electrician, Plumber and More Posts

Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), Jammu/SrinagarJammu130 Vacancies

Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially released the Various Posts Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 04/2026) for 130 vacancies across Jammu & Kashmir Government Departments. Eligible graduates, diploma holders, ITI candidates, and 10+2 pass candidates aged as per JKSSB recruitment rules can apply online from 22 June 2026 to 21 July 2026 via jkssb.nic.in. Selected candidates will be appointed on a permanent UT/Divisional/District Cadre basis with pay scales ranging

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JKSSB Recruitment 2026 - Online Application Postponed for 130 Electrician, Plumber and More Posts – Overview

OrganizationJammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), Jammu/Srinagar
Selection ProcedureSelection for all advertised posts will be made on the basis of merit obtained in the Written/OMR Based Examination only. In case of a large number of applications, JKSSB reserves the right to apply shortlisting criteria as deemed appropriate. Stage 1 – Written/OMR Based Examination The examination will consist of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions set in English Language only. There will be negative marking of one-fourth of marks for each wrong answer. The date and venue of the examination shall be notified separately on the official website jkssb.nic.in. Stage 2 – Document Verification (DV) Candidates shortlisted on the basis of written examination merit will be called for Document Verification. Original documents along with self-attested photocopies must be produced. Failure to appear or produce valid documents on the scheduled DV date shall lead to cancellation of candidature. Stage 3 – Medical Examination Selected candidates must be medically fit as per the standards prescribed by the Government of J&K.
Total Posts130
Application ModeOnline
Job LocationJammu

Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

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JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of application, i.e. 21-07-2026. Candidature is accepted provisionally and is subject to verification of documents at the Document Verification stage.

DomicileCandidate must be a Domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority on or before 21-07-2026.
Educational QualificationVaries by post as prescribed in Annexure-A of the notification.
ExperienceNo essential experience specified for any advertised post.
OBC StatusOnly OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates are eligible for reservation benefits.
PwBD EligibilityPwBD candidates with disability of not less than 40% are eligible as per suitability and horizontal reservation conditions.
In-Service CandidatesMust submit printout of filled online application form through proper channel via concerned Head of Department/Designated Authority before the last date of Document Verification.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

Selection for all advertised posts will be made on the basis of merit obtained in the Written/OMR Based Examination only. In case of a large number of applications, JKSSB reserves the right to apply shortlisting criteria as deemed appropriate. Stage 1 – Written/OMR Based Examination The examination will consist of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions set in English Language only. There will be negative marking of one-fourth of marks for each wrong answer. The date and venue of the examination shall be notified separately on the official website jkssb.nic.in. Stage 2 – Document Verification (DV) Candidates shortlisted on the basis of written examination merit will be called for Document Verification. Original documents along with self-attested photocopies must be produced. Failure to appear or produce valid documents on the scheduled DV date shall lead to cancellation of candidature. Stage 3 – Medical Examination Selected candidates must be medically fit as per the standards prescribed by the Government of J&K.

Who should NOT apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?

Candidates who are not Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir or do not possess a valid Domicile Certificate as on 21-07-2026. Candidates who do not possess the exact essential qualification prescribed for the respective post as per Annexure-A. Candidates expecting reservation benefits without a valid category certificate in the prescribed format as on the cut-off date. OBC candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer. Candidates claiming equivalent qualifications without a valid Equivalence Certificate from the competent authority. Candidates who provide incomplete, incorrect, or unverifiable information in the online application form. Candidates who cannot satisfy medical fitness or document verification requirements at the time of appointment.

Common mistakes / What to check before applying JKSSB Recruitment 2026?

Not verifying the exact post-wise qualification prescribed in Annexure-A before applying for a specific Item Number. Uploading blurred, illegible photograph or signature – such applications will be summarily rejected. Entering the wrong email ID or mobile number, which may result in missing important updates from JKSSB. Submitting more than one application for the same Item Number – JKSSB will consider only the latest application and may debar the candidate. Not uploading valid category/reservation certificates (within cut-off date) at the time of submitting the online form – no further opportunity will be provided. Waiting until the last date to submit the application – heavy website load may cause login failures. Writing Name, Date of Birth, Father’s Name and Mother’s Name differently from the Matriculation Certificate – this may lead to cancellation at Document Verification.

Important Instructions for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Candidates

Applications once submitted cannot be modified or withdrawn under any circumstances. All eligibility conditions, including domicile and category certificate validity, will be determined as on 21-07-2026. Candidates must write their Name, Date of Birth, Father’s Name and Mother’s Name strictly as per their Matriculation Certificate. Only one online application per Item Number is permitted – multiple applications for the same post may lead to debarment. Use of mobile phones, smart watches, AI-enabled devices or any electronic gadgets is strictly prohibited at the examination venue. Candidates must carry two recent passport size colour photographs and original valid Photo-ID to the examination hall. The Board’s decision on all matters relating to eligibility, selection, and results shall be final and binding. Canvassing in any form or submission of fake/fabricated applications will lead to debarment and legal action. In-service candidates must route their application through the concerned Head of Department before the last date of Document Verification.

Important Dates

Last Date to ApplyLast Date for Online Application (Cut-off Date)

Age Limit

NotesAge is calculated as on 01-01-2026. The minimum age for all categories is that the candidate must not have been born after 01-01-2008. Standard age relaxations are applicable only to candidates applying against reserved vacancies.

Important Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No. 04/2026?
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 04/2026 is a selection drive for 130 UT/Divisional/District Cadre posts in various departments of the J&K Government including Agriculture Production, ARI & Trainings, Industries & Commerce, Higher Education, Home, and Law Justice & Parliamentary Affairs. The notification invites online applications from eligible J&K domicile candidates for technical, clerical, and support staff posts with pay scales from Level SL1 to Level 6F.
Q: How many vacancies are there in JKSSB Recruitment 2026 and in which departments?
A total of 130 vacancies have been notified across six departments: Agriculture Production Department (Animal Husbandry/Sheep Husbandry/Horticulture) ARI & Trainings Department (Govt. Press Srinagar, Ranbir Govt. Press Jammu) Industries & Commerce Department (Handicrafts & Handloom, Jammu & Kashmir) Higher Education Department (Director Colleges, Jammu & Kashmir) Home Department (Forensic Science Laboratory, Prison Department – UT Cadre) Law, Justice & Parliamentary Affairs Department (UT Cadre) The posts include Boiler Mechanic, Senior Horticulture Technician, Machineman, Binder, Head Weaver, Computer Assistant, Library Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Electrician Grade-II, Plumber Grade-II, Tailor, and others.
Q: What are the important dates for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 04/2026)?
Date of Advertisement: 25 May 2026 Opening of Online Application: 22 June 2026 Last Date for Online Application (cut-off date): 21 July 2026 Date for determining eligibility (qualification, age, domicile, category): 21 July 2026
Q: Who is eligible to apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 – domicile and qualification?
Only domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir with a valid domicile certificate issued by the competent authority on or before 21-07-2026 are eligible. Educational qualification is post-specific, ranging from 10+2, Matric + ITI, Diploma in Engineering/Technology, Graduate, B.Lib, BCA/Graduate with Computer Diploma, B.Sc. (Forensic/Medical/Non-Medical), etc., as detailed in the notification for each Item Number.
Q: What is the age limit for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 as on 01-01-2026?
Maximum age limits (not born before the date given) are: Open Merit (OM): 40 years (01-01-1986 to 01-01-2008) SC/ST/RBA/ALC/IB/EWS/OBC: 43 years (01-01-1983 to 01-01-2008) PwBD: 42 years (01-01-1984 to 01-01-2008) Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 48 years (01-01-1978 to 01-01-2008)
Q: What is the selection process for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?
Selection will be based on merit in a Written/OMR-based objective examination only. The exam will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) in English, and there will be negative marking of 1/4th of the marks for each wrong answer. After the written exam, shortlisted candidates will undergo Document Verification, and finally a medical fitness check as per J&K Government norms.
Q: Who should not apply for JKSSB Advertisement 04/2026?
You should not apply if: You are not a domicile of J&K or do not possess a valid domicile certificate by 21-07-2026. You do not have the exact essential qualification for the specific post as per the notification. You belong to OBC Creamy Layer but want OBC reservation benefits. You cannot produce original certificates at Document Verification, or you enter incorrect personal details (name, DOB, parent’s name) differing from Matric certificate. You are above the maximum age limit for your category as on 01-01-2026.
Q: How can I apply online for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through jkssb.nic.in during 22-06-2026 to 21-07-2026 Postponed. The steps are: Register/Login on the JKSSB portal. Fill in personal, academic, and category details correctly as per your Matric certificate and original documents. Upload live photograph, scanned signature, domicile, qualification, category and other certificates in the prescribed size and format. Pay the online application fee. Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for Document Verification.