The online application process for JKSSB recruitment commences on October 05, 2026, and the last date for submission of online application forms is November 03, 2026.

The posts advertised by JKSSB carry a Pay Scale of SL1, which ranges from Rs. 14,800 to Rs. 47,100.

For Class-IV (MTS) posts, the minimum qualification is Matric and maximum is 10+2. For Sanitation Worker posts, the minimum qualification is 8th Pass and maximum is 10+2. Candidates must also be Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.

The application fee is Rs. 600/- for General category candidates. For candidates belonging to SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, and PwBD categories, the fee payable is Rs. 500/-.

The selection process involves a Written Test, which carries 85 marks for UT Cadre posts and 80 marks for Divisional Cadre posts. Additional points (15 for UT Cadre, 20 for Divisional Cadre) are awarded based on specific criteria, followed by Document Verification.

Yes, there will be negative marking in the written test. For each wrong answer, one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.

The detailed syllabus for the posts shall be notified separately and will be made available on the official website of JKSSB.

As on January 01, 2026, the maximum age limit is 40 years for Open Merit candidates. Reserved categories (SC, ST, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS, OBC) have a maximum age limit of 43 years, and Physically Challenged Persons have a maximum age limit of 42 years.

The questions in the examination will be set exclusively in the English Language.