JKSSB Recruitment 2026: 518 Vacancies Announced for Health, Higher Education, Agriculture & Labour Departments.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026: 518 Vacancies Announced for Health, Higher Education, Agriculture & Labour Departments – Apply from September 10
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026 inviting online applications for 518 UT/Divisional/District Cadre posts in various government departments of Jammu & Kashmir. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 10 September 2026 to 09 October 2026.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 08 of 2026 |
| Notification Date | 04 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 518 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 October 2026 |
Department-wise Vacancy Details
- Health & Medical Education Department: 421 Posts
- Higher Education Department: 48 Posts
- Agriculture Production Department: 46 Posts
- Labour & Employment Department: 3 Posts
- Total: 518 Posts
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 04 August 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
- A valid Domicile Certificate is mandatory on or before the closing date of application.
- Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective post.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 Years |
| SC/ST/RBA/ALC-IB/OBC/EWS | 43 Years |
| PwBD | 42 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
Application Fee
- General Category: ₹600
- SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD: ₹500
- Fee must be paid online through Net Banking, Debit Card or Credit Card.
Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Document Verification
The written examination will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions in English only. There will be a negative marking of 1/4th mark for every incorrect answer.
How to Apply
- Visit the official JKSSB website.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Keep scanned copies of all required documents ready.
- Apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute server issues.
Important Links
Organization: Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
Advertisement No.: 08 of 2026
Notification Date: 04 August 2026
Online Application Starts: 10 September 2026
Last Date to Apply: 09 October 2026
Official Website: https://jkssb.nic.in