descriptionOverview & Important Gazette Circular Highlights
Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), Jammu & Kashmir has officially published the recruitment notification for 450 vacancies under advertisement reference Advt No. 04/2026 (JKSSB). Candidates can submit their application form from 2026-08-15 to 2026-10-31. Read below for eligibility conditions, category-wise fee details, step-by-step application instructions, and 100% verified direct official links.
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Important Dates / महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
Notice Released
Online Apply Start
Last Date to Apply
Last Date for Fee
Exam Date
Expected November/December 2026 (Skill Test followed by CBT)
Admit Card Available
Expected 7 Days Before Type Test at jkssb.nic.in
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Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क
General / OBC / EWS
Rs. 500/- (For Open Merit OM & general candidates applying through online portal)
SC / ST Candidates
Rs. 400/- (For SC, ST, PwD, and EWS candidates)
Female (All Categories)
As per category (Rs. 500/- for OM / Rs. 400/- for reserved)
Payment Mode
Online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI on JKSSB payment gateway
⚠️ Note: Application fee is non-refundable once submitted. Please verify eligibility before payment.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits / पात्रता एवं आयु सीमा
🎓 Educational Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University in India along with minimum 35 words per minute typewriting speed on computer keyboard and 6 months Computer Application diploma.
18 to 40 Years for Open Merit (OM); 18 to 43 Years for SC/ST/RBA/ALC/IB/EWS as on 01 January 2026.
Category Relaxation: Upper age limit of 43 years for SC, ST, RBA, ALC/IB, Social Caste, and EWS; 42 years for PwD; 48 years for Ex-Servicemen as per Jammu & Kashmir civil service reservation rules.
💰 Pay Scale & Salary
Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500/- to Rs. 81,100/-) for Junior Assistant; Pay Level-6B (Rs. 35,600/- to Rs. 1,12,800/-) for Junior Scale Stenographer plus Dearness & House Rent allowances.
📝 Selection Process
Stage I: Computer-Based Typewriting Speed Test (Minimum 35 WPM with 90% accuracy - Qualifying 20 Marks weightage as per rules)
Stage II: Written Objective Examination (80 Marks - General English, GK with special reference to UT of J&K, Reasoning & Computers)
Stage III: Document Verification (Original Domicile Certificate of J&K, Degree Certificate & Typing Test Certificate)
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Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown / पद विवरण
Total: 450 Posts
Post Name / पद का नाम
Total Posts
Eligibility Qualification
Age Limit
Junior Assistant (Various Departments / UT, Divisional & District Cadres)
320
Graduation from any recognized University with minimum 35 WPM typing speed on computer and 6 months computer certificate
18-40 Years (OM)
Junior Scale Stenographer
65
Graduation with 65 WPM shorthand speed and 35 WPM typewriting speed on computer keyboard
18-40 Years (OM)
Steno Typist & Record Keeper Cadres
65
Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University with certificate course in computer software
18-40 Years (OM)
📝 How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide / आवेदन कैसे करें
Step 1: Visit the official JKSSB application portal at jkssb.nic.in.
Step 2: Click on 'Candidate Registration' and register your Mobile Number and Email ID to create user credentials.
Step 3: Log in and select 'Advt No. 04/2026 - Recruitment for Junior Assistant & Stenographer Posts'.
Step 4: Fill in personal bio-data, academic qualifications (10th, 12th, Graduation), and computer certificate details.
Step 5: Upload your recent passport-size photograph and clear scanned signature in prescribed dimensions.
Step 6: Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway and download the final submitted application form.
⚠️ Candidate Advisory: Do NOT share your login credentials, OTP, or registration password with any third-party cyber cafes or unverified agents. Always submit the form directly from the official portal.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — JKSSB Junior Assistant 2026 (अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल)
What is the typing speed requirement for JKSSB Junior Assistant?
Candidates must possess a minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute (WPM) on a computer keyboard with at least 90% accuracy. The type test is conducted on computer systems at designated IT centers.
Is Jammu and Kashmir domicile mandatory for JKSSB recruitment?
Yes. As per the Jammu and Kashmir Civil Services Decentralization and Recruitment Rules, the candidate must be a Domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent revenue authority.
What is the syllabus structure for the JKSSB Junior Assistant written test?
The written test comprises 80 marks distributed across: General English (20 Marks), General Awareness with special reference to UT of J&K (20 Marks), Numerical and Reasoning Ability (20 Marks), and Basic Concepts of Computers (20 Marks).
What is the age limit for Open Merit candidates in JKSSB 2026?
The age limit for Open Merit (OM) candidates is 18 to 40 years as on 01 January 2026. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/RBA/EWS) receive relaxation up to 43 years.
Where can candidates download the JKSSB type test admit card 2026?
Admit cards for the type test and CBT are released directly on the official JKSSB website (jkssb.nic.in) under the 'Download Admit Card' tab using your Application Number and Date of Birth.