JKSSB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online, Vacancy, Eligibility, Salary, Fee, Selection Process and Important Details

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 357 Draftsman and Works Supervisor Posts

The JKSSB Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) for 357 vacancies of Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor in the Public Works (R&B) Department. This recruitment is open for eligible candidates who are domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

The online application process will begin on 01 August 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is 30 August 2026. Candidates will be selected through an objective-type written examination followed by document verification. Before applying, applicants should carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, application fee, salary details, and other important instructions.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview

The JKSSB Recruitment 2026 offers a great opportunity for eligible candidates looking for government jobs in the Public Works (R&B) Department. Applications will be accepted through online mode only.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should remember all the important dates related to the JKSSB Recruitment 2026. Applications submitted after the last date will not be accepted.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Applicants must pay the prescribed application fee while submitting the online application form. The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Age Limit and Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for the JKSSB Recruitment 2026, candidates should make sure they meet the required age limit and eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.

Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)

• Open Merit (OM): Maximum 40 Years
• SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / RBA / OBC / EWS / ALC-IB: Maximum 43 Years
• PwBD Candidates: Maximum 42 Years
• Candidates should not be born after 01 January 2008.

Age Relaxation

• Reserved category candidates will receive age relaxation as per the official notification.
• Ex-Servicemen can deduct their period of military service from their actual age. If the remaining age does not exceed the prescribed age limit by more than three years, they will be considered eligible.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must be Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
• A valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority is mandatory.
• The required educational qualification must be completed on or before the prescribed cut-off date.
• All original documents must be produced during document verification.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

The JKSSB Recruitment 2026 notification has announced a total of 357 vacancies for Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor posts in the Public Works (R&B) Department.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Post-Wise Qualification

Candidates must have the required educational qualification before the closing date of the online application. Check the post-wise eligibility below.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Salary and Pay Scale

The selected candidates will receive salary according to the pay level prescribed by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir. Other service conditions will be applicable as per government rules.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process will be completed in different stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to move forward.

• Written Examination (Objective Type / OMR Based)
• Preparation of Merit List
• Document Verification (DV)
• Final Selection as per Government Rules

The written examination will be conducted in English language only. There will be a negative marking of one-fourth (1/4) mark for every incorrect answer.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The detailed syllabus for the JKSSB Recruitment 2026 will be published separately by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board.

• Examination Mode: OMR Based Written Examination
• Question Type: Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Exam Language: English Only
• Negative Marking: One-fourth (1/4) mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
• Total Questions: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification
• Total Marks: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification
• Exam Duration: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification
• Syllabus: Will be notified separately on the official JKSSB website.

How to Apply Online for JKSSB Recruitment 2026

Candidates can apply for the JKSSB Recruitment 2026 only through the online application process. Follow the steps below to complete your application successfully.

1. Visit the official JKSSB website.
2. Open the JKSSB Recruitment 2026 application link.
3. Complete the registration using the required details.
4. Fill in the online application form carefully.
5. Upload the required photograph, signature, and other necessary documents.
6. Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.
7. Review all the entered information before final submission.
8. Submit the application form and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.

Note: Online applications will be accepted from 01 August 2026 to 30 August 2026. No other mode of application will be accepted.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

Candidates should carefully read the important instructions before submitting the online application form.

• Only one online application is allowed for the same item number. Multiple applications may lead to cancellation of candidature.
• Enter your name, date of birth, father's name, and mother's name exactly as mentioned in your Matriculation Certificate.
• No correction or modification will be allowed after the application form is submitted.
• Upload clear and readable photographs and signatures. Blurred images may result in rejection of the application.
• Carry the original photo identity proof and two recent passport-size photographs to the examination centre.
• Mobile phones, smart watches, smart glasses, AI-enabled devices, and other electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.
• PwBD candidates can use the facility of a scribe and compensatory time as per the official notification.
• No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the written examination or document verification.

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Disclaimer: The information provided above is prepared from the official recruitment notification. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the online application form.