The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has kept 2026 busy for aspirants across the Union Territory, and the momentum is only building further. As of now, JKSSB Advertisement No. 04 of 2026 for around 130 UT, Divisional and District Cadre posts is open for online application till 21 July 2026, while the much-awaited Junior Engineer, Accounts Assistant and Panchayat-linked cadre recruitments are lined up as the next big cycles. If you are an aspirant from Jammu, Srinagar or any district of J&K, this is the right time to complete your documentation and begin preparation.
Overview
| Recruiting Body | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical), Accounts Assistant, and allied UT/Divisional/District Cadre posts |
| Category | State Government Jobs (Union Territory of J&K) |
| Total Vacancies | 130 posts (Advt. 04/2026, live); JE & Accounts Assistant cycles expected (previous cycle: 800+ JE, 600 Accounts Assistant) |
| Job Location | Across Jammu & Kashmir (UT) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.jkssb.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Notification (Advt. 04/2026) | Released May 2026 |
| Application Start (live cycle) | 22 June 2026 |
| Last Date (live cycle) | 21 July 2026 |
| JE / Accounts Assistant Notification | Expected 2026 (as per annual calendar) |
| Exam Date | To be announced (Expected) |
| Admit Card | Expected 7–10 days before exam |
Vacancy Details
The currently live Advertisement No. 04 of 2026 covers roughly 130 vacancies spread across the Agriculture Production, ARI & Trainings, Industries & Commerce, Higher Education, Home, and Law, Justice & Parliamentary Affairs departments, including technical and support posts. Looking ahead, the tentative annual examination calendar signals dedicated cycles for Junior Engineer and Accounts Assistant. Based on the previous cycles, the Junior Engineer recruitment carried about 508 posts for Civil and 292 for Electrical, while the Accounts Assistant (Finance Department, with postings linked to Panchayati Raj institutions) cycle carried 600 vacancies. These figures are indicative of the likely scale of the upcoming notifications and will be confirmed department-wise and category-wise as per the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The qualification depends entirely on the post applied for. For Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical), candidates must hold a three-year Diploma or a Degree in the relevant Engineering branch from a recognised institute (AMIE Sections A & B is also generally accepted). For Accounts Assistant, a Bachelor’s Degree (Commerce, Business Administration, Science or Arts) is required as per the notification, with a minimum percentage where specified. A valid J&K UT domicile certificate is mandatory for all posts.
Age Limit
The general age band for JKSSB technical posts such as Junior Engineer is 18 to 40 years, calculated as on the cut-off date mentioned in the notification. Upper-age relaxation is provided as per J&K UT rules — typically extra years for SC/ST, RBA, ALC/IB, OSC, PwD, ex-servicemen and other reserved categories. Candidates are advised to confirm the exact cut-off date and relaxation table from the official notification.
Application Fee
As per recent JKSSB notifications, the application fee is Rs 600/- for General/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB category candidates and Rs 500/- for SC/ST/EWS/PwBD candidates. The fee is paid online through net banking, debit/credit card or UPI at the time of submitting the application form. Kindly note that the fee once paid is non-refundable, so aspirants should verify all entries carefully before making payment.
Salary / Pay Scale
Junior Engineer posts fall under Pay Level 6 of the pay matrix, with a pay scale of approximately Rs 35,400 – Rs 1,12,400 per month, plus admissible allowances such as DA and HRA. The Accounts Assistant post is placed at Pay Level 5 (Rs 29,200 – Rs 92,300 per month). These are attractive, stable UT-cadre salaries with regular increments and pension benefits, which is a major reason these posts remain highly sought after among J&K aspirants.
Selection Process
The JKSSB selection process is transparent and merit-based. For most posts, it involves:
- Written Examination (OMR/CBT, objective type)
- Document Verification
- Physical/Skill Test wherever applicable (for certain technical or field posts)
For Accounts Assistant, the selection is essentially through the written examination followed by document verification — there is no interview or viva-voce. Final selection is prepared strictly on the basis of merit and category-wise reservation.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Highlights
The written examination is objective in nature, generally carrying 120 questions over a duration of 120 minutes, with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. The syllabus commonly covers: General Knowledge with special reference to Jammu & Kashmir, General English, General Science, Mathematics/Statistics, General Economics, Computer Knowledge, and — for Accounts Assistant — Accountancy and Book-keeping. For Junior Engineer, the paper is dominated by the core technical/engineering discipline (Civil, Electrical or Mechanical). Candidates are advised to study the exact post-wise syllabus attached with each notification.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official JKSSB website and open the “Apply Online” / active advertisement link.
- Complete one-time registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Log in and fill the application form with personal, academic and category details.
- Upload the scanned photograph, signature and required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the form and download a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
- Apply directly through the official portal: https://www.jkssb.nic.in
Admit Card & Result
JKSSB releases the admit card (e-hall ticket) online, usually about a week before the examination date. Candidates must download it from the official website by logging in with their registration credentials — no physical copy is sent by post. After the exam, the answer key is published for objections, followed by the result and category-wise selection/merit list, which are all uploaded on jkssb.nic.in. Kindly keep checking the “What’s New” and “Results” sections regularly.
Preparation Tips & Document Checklist
Start with the previous years’ question papers to understand the weightage of J&K General Knowledge, which is highly scoring. Make short revision notes, practise mock tests within the 120-minute limit, and manage negative marking carefully by attempting only confident answers. Keep the following documents ready in advance:
- J&K UT Domicile Certificate
- Matriculation certificate (date-of-birth proof) and marks sheets
- Qualifying degree/diploma with marks sheets
- Category/Reservation certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (scanned)
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID)
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the notification come?
Advertisement No. 04 of 2026 is already live with the last date of 21 July 2026. The dedicated Junior Engineer and Accounts Assistant notifications are expected during 2026 as per the tentative annual calendar; the exact dates will be announced on jkssb.nic.in.
Is a J&K domicile compulsory to apply?
Yes. A valid Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir domicile certificate is mandatory for all JKSSB recruitments.
Is there any interview for these posts?
No. For posts like Accounts Assistant, selection is based on the written examination and document verification only; there is no interview or viva-voce.
What is the application fee?
The fee is generally Rs 600/- for General/OBC/RBA and Rs 500/- for SC/ST/EWS/PwBD candidates, paid online.
Where do I apply?
All applications are submitted online only, through the official JKSSB portal at jkssb.nic.in.
Important Links
Official Website / Apply Online
Disclaimer: The information provided above is for general guidance only and is compiled from official notifications and previous recruitment cycles. Vacancy numbers, dates, fees and eligibility marked as “Expected” are tentative and subject to change. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details on the official JKSSB website (www.jkssb.nic.in) before applying. IndianJobzz is not responsible for any inadvertent error.