Shrine Board Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 105 Junior Assistant, Storekeeper and More Posts
The table below summarises the core facts of this Shrine Board recruitment drive that every applicant should know before reading further. SMVDSB Recruitment 2026 covers 105 vacancies across 12 different posts, all based in Katra. Every post carries the same application fee of ₹200/- per post, payable only through a Demand Draft, and the recruitment closes on 07 July 2026.
Shrine Board Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 105 Junior Assistant, Storekeeper and More Posts – Overview
| Selection Procedure | This section explains how SMVDSB will shortlist and finally select candidates for these 105 posts. Selection involves shortlisting of candidates , followed by a Written Test and Personal Interview . The notice does not specify a written marks weightage or syllabus. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website regularly for shortlisting updates and the dates of the Written Test/Personal Interview, since no separate postal communication will be sent to candidates regarding these stages. |
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| Application Mode | Offline |
About Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board
This section explains who is conducting SMVDSB Recruitment 2026 and under what official reference this notice was issued. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board is described in its own Employment Notice as a statutory autonomous body . It has released this recruitment notice as , dated 15 June 2026 , inviting applications from eligible candidates for 105 posts to be based out of its Central Office at Katra, Jammu & Kashmir – 182301.
Shrine Board Post-wise Vacancies and Eligibility (Grouped by Pay Level)
SMVDSB has grouped its 12 posts into three pay levels. This section presents the vacancies and qualification requirements post-by-post within each pay band, so candidates can quickly locate the post that matches their qualification. Two posts fall under Level-8, both requiring specialised technical or sporting qualifications. The largest share of vacancies falls under Level-4, covering seven posts that together account for more than half of the total openings in this recruitment. Among Level-4 posts, Sales & Service Executive carries the highest vacancy count at 11 , while Junior Assistant, Storekeeper and Senior Receptionist each have 8 posts. Three posts fall under the entry-level Level-1 pay scale, including the largest single vacancy block in the entire notice. The Enforcement & Security Guard post alone offers 30 vacancies - the single largest opening in this entire recruitment - but it is restricted exclusively to ex-servicemen and Agniveers meeting the specified service criteria. In-Hand Salary Calculator
| post | vacancies | qualification required |
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| Assistant Coach | 1 | Diploma in Coaching from NIS Patiala or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university/institution; OR participation in Olympic/Asian Games/World Championship or an equivalent international event; OR a medal winner in Commonwealth Games/National Games/National Championship; OR a Dronacharya Awardee. Coaching experience in the concerned discipline at the national/international level is desirable. |
| Programmer | 2 | Master's degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications/Information Technology, or B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science or IT from a recognized university; knowledge of programming languages such as C++, JAVA, .NET and MS Office; familiarity with recent programming software; and at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in computer hardware and networking, including installation/maintenance of switches, routers, hubs, LAN/WAN, internet leased lines, OFC, Wi-Fi networks, server administration and cyber security. |
| post | vacancies | qualification required |
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| Junior Sanitation Supervisor | 4 | Graduation with a Diploma in Sanitation/Public Health, with 2 years of relevant experience. |
| Junior Assistant | 8 | Graduate with a one-year Diploma in Computer Applications from a recognized institute, or Bachelor's in Computers/Information Technology, with a minimum of 50% marks, a minimum typing speed of 35 w.p.m., and 3 years of experience in a relevant field. |
| Sales & Service Executive | 11 | Graduation with a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification professional experience in catering sales and service at a 3-star facility hotel/restaurant registered with a government department. |
| Storekeeper | 8 | Graduate in Science/Arts/Commerce with at least 2 years of experience in the stores department of a government or public sector undertaking. |
| Senior Receptionist | 8 | Graduate with 2 years of experience, a good personality, and the ability to speak English. |
| Senior Electrician | 8 | Matric with a Diploma from an I.T.I. in the relevant trade and 5 years of experience. |
| Chef | 5 | Bachelor's in Hotel Management with a minimum of 3 years of professional cooking experience at a 3-star facility hotel/restaurant registered with a government department. |
Sales & Service Executive carries the highest vacancy count at 11
| post | vacancies | qualification required |
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| Cooking Assistant G-II | 10 | Matric with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Sales & Service Assistant G-II | 10 | Matric with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Enforcement & Security Guard | 30 | A 10th-pass ex-serviceman with a good record in the Army/Navy/Air Force and a minimum of 15 years of service, or an Agniveer with 4 years of continuous service. |
Documents to Enclose with the Application
This section lists every document SMVDSB requires to be attached with the application form at the time of submission itself. Application with complete Bio-Data (in original) Qualification Certificates/Degree(s) Experience Certificate Proof regarding date of birth (self-attested photocopy) Two self-attested passport-size photographs Demand Draft (in original) Discharge Book (applicable only for ex-servicemen) The notice is explicit that incomplete application forms will be outrightly rejected , so candidates should cross-check this list before sending or depositing their application.
Selection Process for Shrine Board Recruitment 2026
This section explains how SMVDSB will shortlist and finally select candidates for these 105 posts. Selection involves shortlisting of candidates , followed by a Written Test and Personal Interview . The notice does not specify a written marks weightage or syllabus. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website regularly for shortlisting updates and the dates of the Written Test/Personal Interview, since no separate postal communication will be sent to candidates regarding these stages.
Important Terms and Conditions
This section lists the administrative conditions SMVDSB has attached to this recruitment, which can affect the final number of posts filled or even the recruitment itself. The number of posts can increase or decrease without prior notice at any point before the completion of the selection process. The Shrine Board reserves the at any stage, for any administrative reason. Candidates must check the official website periodically for shortlisting status and test/interview dates, as no separate postal intimation will be issued. Incomplete application forms , and applications received after 07 July 2026 , will be outrightly rejected.
Notification and Official Website
This section points candidates to where they can verify this notice and track further recruitment updates. This recruitment was issued as , signed by Shri Satish Kumar Sharma (JKAS), Joint Chief Executive Officer, SMVDSB. The notice does not provide a separate downloadable notification PDF link; candidates should treat the Shrine Board's official website as the authoritative source for verification and updates. PDF Download Link Application Form
Age Limit
| Notes | This section covers who is eligible by age and what kind of appointment SMVDSB is offering for these 105 posts. | Candidates must have attained 18 years of age and must not be more than 40 years old to be eligible, except for ex-servicemen, for whom the maximum age limit is 45 years. The appointment will be on a "Term Employment" basis, initially for a period of one year, which may be extended further subject to satisfactory performance, and shall be governed by the service conditions prescribed by the Shrine Board. |
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Important Links
| PDF Download Link | Click Here ↗ |
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| Application Form | Click Here ↗ |