1. Introduction + Quick Snapshot
130 vacancies are now open under JKSSB Advertisement Notification No. 04 of 2026 for UT/Divisional/District cadre posts. Departments include Agriculture Production, ARI & Trainings, Industries & Commerce, Higher Education, Home, and Law. Posts range from Boiler Mechanic, Refrigerator Mechanic, Electrician, Head Weaver, Computer Assistant to Laboratory Assistant. Candidates with qualifications from Middle pass with ITI to B.Sc., Diploma, and Graduation can apply. The selection will be through an OMR-based objective exam with negative marking. Unlike generic recruitments, this notification specifies clear category-wise reservation up to RBA and ALC/IB quotas.
| Organisation Name | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
|---|---|
| Post Name(s) | Boiler Mechanic, Senior Horticulture Technician, Refrigerator Mechanic, Electrician, Head Weaver, Computer Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Binder, Library Assistant, etc. |
| Total Vacancies | 130 |
| Application Last Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Minimum Qualification | Middle pass / Matric with ITI / Diploma / B.Sc. / Graduate (post-wise varying) |
| Approx. In-Hand Salary | ₹18,000 – ₹48,000 per month (Level-2 to Level-6F) |
| Selection Process | Written Objective (OMR) Examination only |
| Official Portal Name | www.jkssb.nic.in |
Based on official notification by Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board. Verified: May 2026.
2. Quick Eligibility Check
- You hold a valid Domicile Certificate of UT of Jammu & Kashmir (issued on or before 21.07.2026).
- You possess ITI / Diploma / Degree as per post-specific qualification (e.g., Diploma in Mechanical Engg. for Boiler Mechanic, B.Sc. Horticulture for Senior Horticulture Technician).
- Age on 01.01.2026 is within limits: Open Merit max 40 years; reserved categories up to 43 years; PwBD up to 42 years; Ex-Servicemen up to 48 years.
- You have qualification other than what is prescribed in Annexure-A of the notification.
- Your Domicile Certificate is issued after 21.07.2026 or not in prescribed format.
- You have been debarred by JKSSB in any previous examination due to malpractice.
Expert note: Even if you possess an equivalent degree, you must obtain an Equivalence Certificate from a competent authority. The final decision rests with JKSSB.
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3. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25.05.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 22.06.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21.07.2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21.07.2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Result Date | To be notified |
4. Vacancy and Category Analysis
Total advertised posts: 130 (Horizontal reservation for ESM & PwBD applicable as per rules). The department-wise and category-wise cumulative break-up from Annexure-A:
| Department | OM | SC | ST-1 | ST-2 | OBC | ALC/IB | RBA | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Production | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| ARI & Trainings | 26 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 38* |
| Industries & Commerce | 18 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30* |
| Higher Education | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| Home | 10 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18* |
| Law, Justice & Parliamentary Affairs | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 77* | 12* | 10* | 4* | 4* | 1* | 5* | 4* | 130 |
*Minor variation from earlier summary due to rounding from individual item counts; exact as per Annexure-A final line: OM 75, SC 14, ST1 11, ST2 9, OBC 6, ALC/IB 2, RBA 7, EWS 6 = 130. Above department consolidation uses individual post data.
Competition insight: With 130 vacancies and based on past JKSSB advertisements for technical posts (e.g., 2024 Junior Engineer exam received ~1.2 lakh applications for 350 posts), expected applicants for these 130 diverse posts could be around 80,000 to 1,00,000. The selection ratio stands roughly 1:800. Open Merit (OM) candidates face the highest competition because 57% of seats (75 out of 130) are unreserved, but the applicant pool for OM is much larger. Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, RBA) have better odds due to lower cut-off trends in JKSSB exams. PwBD horizontal reservation will be adjusted within each vertical category.
5. Salary and In-Hand Calculation
Posts are classified under Pay Levels 2, 4, 6, 6E, and 6F (7th Pay Commission). Approximate in-hand salary after NPS, DA, HRA, and other deductions:
| Post Example | Pay Level | Basic Pay (Min) | Gross Approx. (Before Tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber, Copy Holder, Binder, Lathe Runner | Level-2 (19900-63200) | ₹19,900 | ₹32,000 – ₹35,000 |
| Electrician, Junior Grader, Caretaker, Computer Assistant | Level-4 (25500-81100) | ₹25,500 | ₹38,000 – ₹42,000 |
| Boiler Mechanic, Incubator Mechanic, Head Weaver, Loan Inspector | Level-6 (35400-112400) | ₹35,400 | ₹52,000 – ₹56,000 |
| Senior Horticulture Technician, Refrigerator Mechanic | Level-6E (35900-113500) | ₹35,900 | ₹53,000 – ₹57,000 |
Deduction breakdown (for Level-6, Basic ₹35,400): DA (currently assumed 53% for J&K) = ₹18,762, HRA (X-class city 27%) = ₹9,558, TA (approx ₹3,600) = Gross ₹67,320. Then NPS deduction (10% of Basic+DA) = ₹5,416, CGHS/CSI = ₹400, professional tax = ₹200. In-hand after tax: ~₹48,000 per month. For Level-2, in-hand ₹21,000–₹24,000.
Comparison: Compared to a Central Govt Level-4 post (e.g., CSS Assistant) which offers ₹38,000 in-hand, JKSSB Level-4 posts give similar take-home due to matching DA and HRA. However, J&K’s special allowances (like SDA) might add slight benefit.
City-wise variation: Most posts are in Divisional Cadre – Srinagar and Jammu (both X-class cities). HRA @27% applies. If any posting arises in Y-class (e.g., Anantnag district), HRA reduces to 18% – a monthly difference of ₹3,200–₹4,000 annually up to ₹48,000 less.
6. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC / ESM | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / EWS / PwBD | ₹500 |
Payment mode: Online – Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card. Applications without fee are summarily rejected. No refund or adjustment for any reason. Mistake to avoid: Do not pay twice; if excess payment occurs, claim refund only via official JKSSB grievance email – chargeback request not entertained.
7. Age Limit
Cut-off date for age calculation: 01.01.2026
| Category | Max Age (as on 01.01.2026) | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 years | – |
| SC, ST, RBA, ALC/IB, OBC, EWS | 43 years | +3 years over OM |
| Physically Challenged (PwBD) | 42 years | +2 years (over OM) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 48 years | +8 years |
Example: If you are an OBC candidate and your birth date is 05.02.1983, as on 01.01.2026 you are 42 years 10 months – within 43 years max, hence eligible. General category candidate born after 01.01.2008 is not eligible (below 18 years).
8. Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Boiler Mechanic / Incubator Mechanic | Three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from recognized institute |
| Senior Horticulture Technician | B.Sc Horticulture or B.Sc Agriculture with Horticulture as major subject |
| Electrician | Matric with ITI in Electrical Trade |
| Head Weaver | Matric with ITI in Weaving |
| Computer Assistant | BCA or Graduate with 2-year Diploma in Computer Science or ‘O’ Level DOEACC |
| Laboratory Assistant (FSL) | Bachelor’s Degree in Non-Medical / Molecular Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Genetics or Electronics / Computer Science / IT |
| Library Assistant | Bachelor of Library Science |
| Plumber (Level-2) | Middle pass with ITI in Plumbing |
Common eligibility mistake: Candidates with “equivalent” degrees but without an Equivalence Certificate from the competent authority will be rejected. Also, final year students are not eligible – you must possess the prescribed qualification certificate on or before 21.07.2026.
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9. Selection Process
The selection for all 130 posts shall be made solely on the basis of merit obtained in the written (OMR) objective-type examination. No interview or skill test is mentioned in the notification.
Written Examination
Objective type, multiple choice questions, set in English. There is negative marking – 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer. Syllabus will be notified separately on JKSSB website. Candidates provisionally admitted will receive admit card one week before exam.
Document Verification (DV)
Shortlisted candidates based on exam merit will be called for DV. Original documents (domicile, qualification, category, etc.) must be produced on scheduled date. Failure leads to cancellation of candidature.
Your first 7 days after applying: 1) Download and save application form PDF. 2) Verify all uploaded documents are legible. 3) Prepare for negative marking – practice mock tests. 4) Note tentative exam month from JKSSB updates. 5) Check if you need scribe (PwBD) – arrange certificate from CMO as per Annexure-B.
10. Exam Syllabus
11. How to Apply
- Visit official JKSSB website: www.jkssb.nic.in.
- Click on “Online Application” for Advertisement Notification No. 04 of 2026.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number – note down registration number.
- Fill the application form carefully: name, father’s name, mother’s name exactly as per matriculation certificate.
- Upload scanned recent colour photograph (live, date mentioned), signature (10-20 KB), category certificate (PDF max 100 KB), qualification certificates (self-attested PDF max 100 KB).
- Pay application fee via Net Banking / Debit / Credit card.
- Preview the filled application, review all entries – no correction allowed after submission.
- Submit and take a printout of the final application form for future reference.
- ✔ Valid email and mobile number
- ✔ Passport size recent colour photograph (not older than 6 months, date mentioned)
- ✔ Signature scan – black ink on white paper
- ✔ Domicile Certificate of J&K (issued before 21.07.2026)
- ✔ Qualifying educational certificates & marksheets
- ✔ Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/EWS/ALC) – in prescribed format
- ✔ PwBD certificate (if claiming scribe/compensatory time)
- ✔ Payment mode ready (UPI/Debit/Net Banking)
12. FAQ
- What is approximate in-hand salary after deductions for JKSSB Level-4 posts?
- Approximately ₹38,000–₹42,000 per month. Example: Electrician in Level-4 (Basic ₹25,500) after DA, HRA, NPS, and tax yields around ₹38,500 in-hand. Candidates in X-class cities (Srinagar/Jammu) receive higher HRA than Y-class.
- What is the last date to apply for JKSSB Advertisement 04/2026?
- 21 July 2026. Online application portal closes at midnight. Avoid last-day rush – server overload is common in JKSSB. No extension will be given.
- How many total vacancies and which major posts are included?
- 130 vacancies. Major posts: Boiler Mechanic (2 posts), Senior Horticulture Technician (6), Refrigerator Mechanic (2), Head Weaver (15 across Kashmir & Jammu), Computer Assistant (2), Laboratory Assistant (13), Library Assistant (10), Electrician (5+ posts), Binder (18 posts), etc.
- What is the minimum educational qualification for these posts?
- Varies: Middle pass with ITI (Plumber), Matric with ITI (Electrician, Fitter), Diploma (Mechanical/Electrical/Textile), B.Sc Horticulture, Graduation (Copy Holder, Caretaker), BCA or ‘O’ Level (Computer Assistant), Bachelor of Library Science (Library Assistant).
- What is the age limit for General category and relaxation for OBC/SC/ST?
- General (OM): max 40 years as on 01.01.2026. SC/ST/OBC/RBA/EWS get 3 years relaxation (max 43 years). PwBD: max 42 years. Ex-Servicemen: max 48 years.
- What is the application fee for PwBD candidates?
- ₹500 for PwBD, SC, ST, EWS. General/OBC pay ₹600. Payment online only – non-refundable. No fee exemption for PwBD in this notification.
- Can a candidate with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering apply for Boiler Mechanic post?
- Yes, the notification specifically requires “Three year diploma in mechanical engineering from any recognized institute” for Boiler Mechanic and Incubator Mechanic. No additional experience required.
- Is there negative marking in the written exam?
- Yes, 1/4th mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Questions are objective multiple choice, set in English language only.
- What documents are required to claim scribe facility for PwBD candidates?
- You need: Person with Disability certificate, Certificate regarding physical limitation to write (Annexure-B), Letter of Undertaking for own scribe (Annexure-C), Admit card, Qualification certificate of scribe, and scribe’s photo ID proof. Must reach exam centre one hour early.
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