Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 — 130 Posts Across Multiple Departments
Quick Information
| Post Name | Boiler Mechanic, Senior Horticulture Technician, Laboratory Assistant, Computer Assistant, Library Assistant, Electrician |
| Total Vacancies | 130 |
| Salary | Level 2–6 as per J&K Government Pay Scale. In-hand ₹22,000–₹42,000/month depending on the post and grade. |
| Organization | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
Application Fee
| General | ₹350 |
| OBC | ₹350 |
| SC / ST | ₹100 |
| Women | ₹100 |
| PH / Divyang | ₹100 |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Exam Date | 1 September 2026 |
Eligibility
| Age Limit | 18–40 years. Domicile of Jammu & Kashmir required. |
| Education | 10th, 12th, Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree depending on the post. Computer Assistants require B.Sc. (IT) or BCA or equivalent. Library Assistants require B.Lib. Electricians require ITI (Electrical). Senior Horticulture Technicians require B.Sc. (Horticulture/Agriculture). |
Selection Process
- 1Selection for JKSSB 2026 posts is based on: **Stage 1 — Written / OMR Based Examination** Objective type MCQ exam covering: - General Awareness / GK - Reasoning Ability - Quantitative Aptitude - Subject-specific / Technical Knowledge (for technical posts) Exact paper pattern and subject weightage varies by post category. Refer to the official notification on jkssb.nic.in for post-specific paper pattern. **Stage 2 — Document Verification (DV)** Original certificates verified: - Domicile Certificate of J&K (mandatory) - Educational Qualification Certificates - Category Certificate (if applicable) - Age Proof **Stage 3 — Medical Examination** Standard fitness test as per J&K Govt norms. Final selection based on Written Exam merit + verification outcome.
How to Apply
Official Links
About JKSSB Recruitment 2026
The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board has released a fresh recruitment notification for 130 posts spread across six departments of the J&K government. Applications are open from June 22 to July 21, 2026.
This recruitment covers technical and support staff posts in Agriculture Production, ARI & Training, Industries & Commerce, Higher Education, Home, and Law & Justice departments.
If you're a J&K domicile holder looking for a state government job, this is a live opportunity with a July 21 deadline.
Posts and Departments
| Post | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Horticulture Technician | Agriculture Production Department | 17 |
| Multiple technical posts | ARI & Training Department | 42 |
| Computer Assistant / other posts | Industries & Commerce Department | 34 |
| Laboratory Assistant / Library Assistant | Higher Education Department | 15 |
| Electrician / Boiler Mechanic | Home Department | 21 |
| Various posts | Law, Justice & Parliamentary Affairs | 1 |
| Total | 130 |
Exact post-wise and category-wise vacancy split is available in the official notification on jkssb.nic.in.
Eligibility
Domicile
J&K domicile is mandatory for all posts. Candidates must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority in J&K.
Age (as on January 1, 2026)
- General: 18–40 years
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS: As per J&K government relaxation norms
- Ex-Servicemen: As per applicable rules
Educational Qualifications by Post
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Horticulture Technician | B.Sc. in Horticulture / Agriculture from a recognized university |
| Computer Assistant | B.Sc. (IT) / BCA / B.Sc. (Computer Science) or equivalent |
| Library Assistant | B.Lib.I.Sc. (Bachelor of Library & Information Science) |
| Laboratory Assistant | B.Sc. in relevant subject (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) |
| Electrician | ITI (Electrical Trade) from a recognized institute |
| Boiler Mechanic | ITI (Mechanical / Boiler Operation) from a recognized institute |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹350 |
| SC / ST | ₹100 |
| Female (J&K domicile) | ₹100 |
| PwBD | ₹100 |
Selection Process
Step 1 — Written/OMR Exam Objective MCQ-based exam. Pattern and syllabus specific to each post. General posts focus on GK, reasoning, and quantitative aptitude. Technical posts include subject-specific/trade knowledge questions.
Step 2 — Document Verification Shortlisted candidates verify original documents:
- J&K Domicile Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable)
- Date of Birth proof
Step 3 — Medical Examination Standard physical fitness check as per J&K Government norms.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | June 2026 |
| Application Opens | June 22, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 21, 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced (expected September 2026) |
How to Apply
- Visit jkssb.nic.in
- Go to Recruitment Notifications → select the current June 2026 notification
- Register using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number
- Fill in post preference, educational details, and category
- Upload photo, signature, and domicile certificate scan
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and save your application confirmation number
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| JKSSB Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
| What's New / Notifications | jkssb.nic.in/Whatsnew.html |