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JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 130 Electrician, Plumber and More Posts

OrganizationJammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), Jammu/Srinagar
Post NameVarious Posts (Boiler Mechanic, Senior Horticulture Technician, Laboratory Assistant, Computer Assistant, Library Assistant, Electrician, and more)
Total Vacancies130 Posts
Application ModeOnline
Job LocationJammu & Kashmir
Job TypePermanent, UT/Divisional/District Cadre
Notification No.04/2026
Last Updated25 May 2026
130 Posts
Vacancies
21-07-2026
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
Jammu & Kashmir
Location
Great opportunity for J&K Domicile candidates to join various state government departments through JKSSB Advertisement No. 04/2026. Apply online for 130 posts across 6 departments from 22-06-2026 to 21-07-2026.

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply21-07-2026
EventDate
Last Date To Apply21-07-2026
Date Of Advertisement25-05-2026
Opening Of Online Application22-06-2026
Date For Determining Eligibility21-07-2026
Exam / Written Test DateTo be notified separately on jkssb.nic.in

Application Fee

General / UR
SC
The application fee is payable online only (Net Banking, Credit or Debit Cards) and is non-refundable. Applications without the prescribed fee shall be summarily rejected.

Age Limit

Age RelaxationAge 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.

Qualification / Eligibility

Education QualificationVaries by post as prescribed in Annexure-A of the notification.
DetailsCandidates 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.

Vacancy Details

Sr.Post Name
1Boiler Mechanic
2Senior Horticulture Technician
3Incubator Mechanic
4Refrigerator Mechanic
5Refrigerator Mechanic
6Incubator Mechanic
7Electrician
8Electrician (Anantnag)
9Junior Grader
10Plumber
11Electrician
12Copy Holder
13Lathe Runner
14Machineman/Assistant Machineman
15Binder (Jr. Scale)
16Binder (Jr. Scale)
17Machineman/Assistant Machineman
18Press Mechanic (Jr. Scale)
19Assistant Extension Officer
20Assistant Jobber
21Caretaker
22Dyeing Instructor
23Dyeing Master
24Fitter
25Head Weaver
26Loan Inspector
27Quality Control Supervisor
28Technical Assistant
29Weaver
30Head Weaver
31Inspector Induscos
32Supervisor Common Facility Centre
33Computer Assistant
34Computer Assistant
35Library Assistant
36Mistry
37Plumber-II
38Mistry
39Plumber-II
40Library Assistant
41Laboratory Assistant
42Junior Storekeeper
43Laboratory Attendant
44Electrician Grade-II
45Plumber Grade-II
46Tailor
47Library Assistant

Category-wise Vacancy

CategoryPosts
Post NameLibrary Assistant
PostAssistant Jobber / Fitter

Salary & Pay Scale

Pay ScaleLevel SL1 to Level 6F (as per post)

Selection Process

1Selection for all advertised posts will be made on the basis of merit obtained i
2JKSSB reserves the right to apply shortlisting criteria as deemed appropriate.
3Stage 1 – Written/OMR Based Examination
4The examination will consist of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions set in
5Stage 2 – Document Verification (DV)
6Candidates shortlisted on the basis of written examination merit will be called
7Stage 3 – Medical Examination
8Selected candidates must be medically fit as per the standards prescribed by the

How to Apply

  • 1Candidates must apply online only through the JKSSB official portal at https://jkssb.nic.in. Detailed instructions for filling the online application will be made available on the Board’s website separately. No other mode of application will be accepted.
  • 2Documents to be Uploaded at the time of Online Application:
  • 3Live photograph as required during online form filling.
  • 4Scanned signature (size: 10 KB to 20 KB).
  • 5Valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority.
  • 6Matriculation/10th certificate as proof of date of birth and name.
  • 7Degree/Diploma/ITI certificate and marksheets for educational qualification proof (self-attested, max size 100 KB in PDF format).
  • 8Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/EWS/ALC/IB) in prescribed format valid as on cut-off date (max size 100 KB in PDF format), if applicable.
  • 9PwBD certificate, if applicable.
  • 10Ex-Servicemen certificate in Form XIV, if applicable.
  • 11Any other supporting document for claims made in the application.
  • 12Candidates must take a printout of the finally submitted online application and retain it for production at the time of Document Verification. No hard copy is required to be sent to JKSSB by post or email.
  • 13Apply Online at: https://jkssb.nic.in
  • 14For assistance, candidates may use the JKSSB official website or contact ssbjk-grievance.jk.gov.in for grievances related to fee payment.

Important Instructions

  • Online applications are open from 22-06-2026 to 21-07-2026. 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.

FAQs

Q1. 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.
Q2. 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.
Q3. 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
Q4. 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.
Q5. 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)
Q6. 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.
Q7. 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.
Q8. 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. 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.
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.
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.
What are the important dates for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 04/2026)?
Date of Advertisement: 25 May 2026Opening of Online Application: 22 June 2026Last Date for Online Application (cut-off date): 21 July 2026Date for determining eligibility (qualification, age, domicile, category): 21 July 2026
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.
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)
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.
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.
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. 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.