J&K Bank Recruitment 2026: 1,356 Vacancies for Probationary Officers and Banking Associates
J&K Bank Recruitment 2026: 1,356 Vacancies for Probationary Officers and Banking Associates
Jammu and Kashmir Bank has released recruitment notifications for the posts of Probationary Officers (PO) and Banking Associates (BA). A total of 1,356 vacancies have been announced, including 323 posts of Probationary Officers and 1,033 posts of Banking Associates.
Eligible candidates domiciled in Jammu and Kashmir can submit their online applications through the official website of J&K Bank. The online application process will begin on 7 November 2026 and continue until 26 November 2026.
J&K Bank Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Bank |
| Recruitment Name | J&K Bank Recruitment 2026 |
| Posts | Probationary Officer and Banking Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 1,356 |
| PO Vacancies | 323 |
| Banking Associate Vacancies | 1,033 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 7 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 November 2026 |
| Official Website | jkb.bank.in |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) | 323 |
| Banking Associate (BA) | 1,033 |
| Total | 1,356 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Probationary Officer and Banking Associate posts must possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The required qualification must be fulfilled by the last date of submission of the online application.
Applicants must also fulfil the domicile requirements mentioned in the respective recruitment notifications.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for the recruitment is 20 to 30 years, calculated as on 1 January 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible reserved categories as per the recruitment rules.
Salary Details
1. Probationary Officer (PO)
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹48,480
- Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920
- Additional allowances and benefits as applicable to the post.
2. Banking Associate (BA)
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹24,050
- Pay Scale: ₹24,050 – ₹64,480
- Other admissible allowances and benefits as per bank rules.
Selection Process
Probationary Officer (PO)
The selection process for Probationary Officers will consist of the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination (Objective and Descriptive)
- Interview
The final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination and Interview, with a weightage of 80:20 respectively.
Banking Associate (BA)
The selection of Banking Associates will be made through an online examination.
Examination Pattern
PO Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
PO Main Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 |
| General, Economy, Banking, Digital and Financial Awareness | 50 | 60 |
| English Language | 40 | 20 |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 40 | 60 |
| Total Objective | 170 | 200 |
The descriptive examination will consist of two questions carrying 25 marks, with a duration of 30 minutes.
Banking Associate Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
There will be a negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for every incorrect answer in the objective examinations.
Application Fee
For the Banking Associate recruitment, the application fee is as follows (excluding GST):
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/SEBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | ₹600 |
| All Other Categories | ₹800 |
Candidates applying for the Probationary Officer post should refer to the respective notification for the applicable fee details.
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted through the official J&K Bank website.
- Candidates should carefully read the respective recruitment notification before applying.
- Applicants must ensure that they fulfil the eligibility conditions.
- Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
How to Apply for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website of J&K Bank at https://jkb.bank.in/.
- Open the Careers section.
- Select the relevant recruitment notification for PO or Banking Associate.
- Read the notification carefully and click on the online application link.
- Register and fill in the required details.
- Upload the required documents and photograph/signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application form and download a copy for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 7 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 November 2026 |
Important Links
Eligible candidates are advised to read the official notifications carefully before submitting their applications. The recruitment notifications contain the detailed eligibility conditions, vacancy distribution and other instructions.