JKSSB Recruitment 2026: The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) is all set to close the online application process for the across various departments of Jammu and Kashmir. This recruitment aims to 518 posts. The official notification issued under the Advt No. 08 of 2026. The detailed notification was released on August 4, 2026 and it includes UT Divisional and District Cadre posts. The online application has started from September 10, 2026 and candidates can submit their applications till October 9, 2026.
In this article you will find detailed information related to the application process, eligibility criteria, steps to apply, application fees and many more details.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Apply Link
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official JKSSB portal at jkssb.nic.in. Candidates are advised to check the detailed notification once to ascertain post-wise requirements before submitting the form. Check the direct apply link for the JKSSB Recruitment 2026 in the table below.
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JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Apply Link
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JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Highlights
The JKSSB has invited applications for 518 vacancies in four departments. The Health and Medical Education Department has the highest number of posts with 421 vacancies followed by the Higher Education Department with 48 posts and the Agriculture Production Department with 46 posts. The Labour and Employment Department has 3 vacancies. Check the important details in the table below
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Particulars
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Details
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Conducting Authority
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Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board
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Advertisement No.
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08 of 2026
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Notification Release Date
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August 4, 2026
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Total Vacancies
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518
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Application Start Date
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September 10, 2026
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Last Date to Submit Online Applications
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October 9, 2026
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Application Mode
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Online
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Official Website
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jkssb.nic.in
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JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria as stated in the official notification. Check key information below.
1. Educational Qualification-
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Educational qualifications are as per the post you are applying for.
For Senior Canning Attendant candidates must have passed Matriculation or have equivalent qualification with six months training in Fruit Preservation
The Horticulture Technician Grade 4 post requires Class 12 qualification along with one year Basic Horticulture training.
Junior Laboratory Assistant post requires graduation with preference for candidates having a postgraduate diploma in a professional laboratory course in Chemistry
2. Age Limit (As on January 1, 2026)
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The maximum age limit is 40 years for Open Merit candidates.
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The maximum age limit is 43 years for SC, ST-1, ST-2, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS and OBC candidates.
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The maximum age limit is 42 years for Physically Challenged Persons.
3. Other Eligibility Condition-
Candidates must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and must have a valid Domicile Certificate by the last date of application.
How to Apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can follow the simple steps given below to complete the online application process
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Go to the official JKSSB website at jkssb.nic.in.
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On the homepage click on the link for Advt Notification No 08 of 2026.
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Complete the application form with the required details.
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Upload the photograph, signature and other essential documents.
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Pay the application fees online as per category.
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Check the application form once before the final submission.
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Submit the form and save a copy for future references
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
Candidates must pay the application fees as stated in the official notification. Applications would only be accepted if the fee is paid. Check the category wise fees distribution in the table below.
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Fees
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General/UR
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Rs 600
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SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD
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Rs 500
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The fee can be paid online through the net banking, credit card or debit card.