JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online For 2863 Vacancies
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 dated 01 September 2026 for the recruitment of candidates against 2,863 Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts in various departments of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
The recruitment includes UT Cadre, Divisional Cadre and District Cadre vacancies. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the JKSSB application portal from 05 October 2026, while the last date for submission of the online application form is 03 November 2026.
JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 09 of 2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,863 |
| Posts | Class-IV (MTS) & Sanitation Worker |
| Cadres | UT, Divisional & District |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Starts | 05 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Pay Scale | SL-1: ₹14,800–₹47,100 |
| Written Exam | Objective Type / MCQ |
| Negative Marking | 1/4 mark for each wrong answer |
| Official Website | JKSSB |
JKSSB Class IV Recruitment vacancy 2026
| Cadre | Total Posts |
|---|
| UT Cadre | 105 |
| Divisional Cadre – Jammu | 1,093 |
| Divisional Cadre – Kashmir | 897 |
| District Cadre | 768 |
| Grand Total | 2,863 |
The official vacancy statement shows 1,990 posts under both Divisional Cadres combined and 768 posts under District Cadre, taking the overall total to 2,863 posts.
JKSSB District-Wise Vacancies 2026
| District | Total Posts |
|---|
| Anantnag | 59 |
| Bandipora | 20 |
| Baramulla | 75 |
| Budgam | 47 |
| Doda | 46 |
| Ganderbal | 46 |
| Jammu | 65 |
| Kathua | 50 |
| Kishtwar | 25 |
| Kulgam | 23 |
| Kupwara | 24 |
| Poonch | 49 |
| Pulwama | 45 |
| Rajouri | 28 |
| Ramban | 9 |
| Reasi | 34 |
| Samba | 14 |
| Shopian | 10 |
| Srinagar | 53 |
| Udhampur | 46 |
| Total District Cadre | 768 |
The official vacancy statement shows 1,990 posts under both Divisional Cadres combined and 768 posts under District Cadre, taking the overall total to 2,863 posts.
Districts With Higher Number of Vacancies
- Baramulla – 75
- Jammu – 65
- Anantnag – 59
- Srinagar – 53
- Kathua – 50
- Poonch – 49
- Budgam – 47
- Doda – 46
- Ganderbal – 46
- Udhampur – 46
The official vacancy statement shows 1,990 posts under both Divisional Cadres combined and 768 posts under District Cadre, taking the overall total to 2,863 posts.
Departments Included in JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026
- Agriculture Production Department
- Agriculture Production Department (Horticulture)
- Agriculture Production Department (Sericulture)
- Animal/Sheep Husbandry Department
- ARI & Trainings Department
- Culture Department
- Estates Department
- Higher Education Department
- Public Works (R&B) Department
- Department of Floriculture, Gardens and Parks
- Home Department
- Transport Department
JKSSB Class-IV & Sanitation Worker Eligibility 2026
Domicile
Candidates applying for the advertised posts must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
A valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format must be available on or before the cut-off date, which is 03 November 2026, unless the closing date is extended.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification differs for Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts.
Class-IV (MTS)
As specified in the notification:
Minimum Qualification: Matriculation
Maximum Qualification: 10+2
Sanitation Worker
Minimum Qualification: 8th Pass
Maximum Qualification: 10+2
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification on or before the cut-off date. Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification will have to produce the original qualification certificates.
JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age requirement is calculated as on 01 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum Age | Date of Birth – Not Before |
|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 years | 01.01.1986 |
| SC | 43 years | 01.01.1983 |
| ST-1 | 43 years | 01.01.1983 |
| ST-2 | 43 years | 01.01.1983 |
| RBA | 43 years | 01.01.1983 |
| ALC/IB | 43 years | 01.01.1983 |
| EWS | 43 years | 01.01.1983 |
| OBC | 43 years | 01.01.1983 |
| Physically Challenged Person | 42 years | 01.01.1984 |
JKSSB Class-IV Salary 2026
The pay scale mentioned in Annexure-D for the Class-IV (MTS)/Sanitation Worker posts is:
Pay Level: SL-1 — ₹14,800 to ₹47,100
The applicable service conditions and appointment rules will be governed by the prevailing rules and regulations of the Government of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
JKSSB Selection Process 2026
The selection criteria vary according to the cadre.
UT Cadre Selection Criteria
For UT Cadre posts, the total marks are 100:
| Selection Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Test | 85 |
| Eligible additional weightage – applicable category | 5 |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women/Orphan Girls | 5 |
| Eligible Casual Worker with 5+ years service | 5 |
| Total | 100 |
Divisional Cadre Selection Criteria
For Divisional Cadre posts:
| Selection Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Test | 80 |
| Home Division | 5 |
| Eligible candidates whose family member has never been in Government service | 5 |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women/Orphan Girls | 5 |
| Eligible Casual Worker with 5+ years service | 5 |
| Total | 100 |
District Cadre Selection Criteria
For District Cadre posts:
| Selection Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Test | 75 |
| Home District | 10 |
| Eligible candidates whose family member has never been in Government service | 5 |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women/Orphan Girls | 5 |
| Eligible Casual Worker with 5+ years service | 5 |
| Total | 100 |
These criteria are specified in Annexure-D of the advertisement notification.
What Does Merit-Cum-Preference Mean?
The notification states that the overall merit will be determined on the basis of the written examination marks along with applicable additional points under the relevant rules.
For successful candidates, allocation of cadre and department will be made on the basis of merit-cum-preference. Candidates may be asked to indicate their preferences in the online application form or at a later stage.
Once cadre and department allocation is notified by JKSSB, it will be final and binding.
JKSSB Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination will consist of:
- Objective Type Questions
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Questions will be set in English language only
- Negative marking of one-fourth (1/4) of the marks assigned to the question for every wrong answer
The detailed syllabus will be notified separately by JKSSB and made available on its official website.
JKSSB Exam Date 2026
The examination date and examination centres have not been specified in this advertisement notification.
JKSSB will notify the examination date and venue/centre separately through its official website. Candidates are advised to regularly check the Board’s website for examination updates and admit card information.
JKSSB Admit Card 2026
Admit cards/Roll Number Slips will be made available through the JKSSB website.
The Board states that admit cards are expected to be available approximately one week before the examination date, as may be notified.
Candidates will have to bring a printout of their Admit Card/Roll Number Card/Slip to the examination centre.
Candidates must also carry:
- Two recent passport-size colour photographs, not older than six months and bearing the date
- Original valid photo ID proof
Accepted photo IDs include Aadhaar Card/e-Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN Card, Passport, School/College/University ID Card and Employer ID Card, among others.
JKSSB Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must appear before the DV Committee with original documents and self-attested photocopies.
Important documents may include:
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Birth Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate, wherever applicable
- Bonafide Certificate, wherever applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate, wherever applicable
- Documents supporting additional weightage claims
- Other certificates required for a particular post
Candidates failing to appear for Document Verification or failing to produce the required original documents may not be considered for selection.
Important Instructions for JKSSB Applicants
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Your name, date of birth, father’s name and mother’s name should be entered exactly as mentioned in the Matriculation Certificate.
- Once the application is submitted and the application number is generated, changes in the application form will not be entertained.
- Candidates should avoid waiting until the last date to submit their applications.
- A live photograph and signature are required; the notification specifies a 10 KB to 20 KB size for the signature.
- Only one online application for the same Item Number is allowed.
- Applications with blurred or illegible photographs/signatures may be rejected.
- Candidates should keep a printout of the submitted online application for future use.
- Hard copies of the online application should not be submitted to the JKSSB office unless specifically required at a later stage.
- Candidates claiming reservation benefits must possess the required valid certificates in the prescribed format by the cut-off date.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Notification | 01 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 05 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 November 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be notified separately |
| Admit Card | To be notified by JKSSB |
The official notification specifies 05 October 2026 as the commencement date and 03 November 2026 as the cut-off/last date for online applications.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee through online mode.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other eligible categories | ₹600 |
| SC | ₹500 |
| ST-1 | ₹500 |
| ST-2 | ₹500 |
| EWS | ₹500 |
| PwBD | ₹500 |
The fee can be paid through online modes such as Net Banking and Credit/Debit Cards. The notification states that the fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted against another examination or selection.
How to Apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates will have to apply online only. No other mode of application will be accepted.
The detailed instructions regarding the online application portal and the process for filling the form will be made available separately on the JKSSB website.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official JKSSB website.
- Open the recruitment/application section.
- Find Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026.
- Read the notification and Annexure-A carefully.
- Check the relevant Item Number, cadre, department, district and category.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Pay the prescribed application fee online.
- Review all details carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save/print the submitted application form and application number for future reference.
Official JKSSB Website: JKSSB Official Website
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 for In-Service Candidates
The notification also contains specific instructions for in-service candidates.
An in-service candidate must submit the printout of the filled online application form along with the duly filled, signed and stamped certificate given at the end of the application form through the proper channel, i.e. the concerned Head of Department/Designated Authority.
The concerned Head of Department will forward the application to the Secretary, J&K Services Selection Board, by the prescribed stage. In-service candidates are also required to indicate their status while submitting the online application.
JKSSB PwBD Scribe and Compensatory Time Facility
Eligible Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) who have a valid disability certificate may avail the facility of a scribe and/or 20 minutes compensatory time per hour of examination, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
Candidates opting for the facility have to submit the prescribed disability-related certificate and undertaking. The candidate is required to arrange his/her own scribe, and the scribe must satisfy the qualification and other conditions specified by JKSSB.
Documents to Keep Ready
Candidates should ensure that their relevant documents are valid before applying. Depending upon their category and claim, documents may include:
- Domicile Certificate
- Matriculation Certificate
- 10+2 Certificate, wherever applicable
- Category Certificate
- EWS/RBA/SC/ST/OBC/ALC-IB certificate, wherever applicable
- PwBD Certificate, wherever applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate, wherever applicable
- Casual Worker-related documents, wherever applicable
- Home District/Home Division proof through Domicile Certificate
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Valid Photo ID
Candidates claiming additional weightage must produce the prescribed supporting certificates during Document Verification or whenever required by the Board.
Disclaimer
This article has been prepared from the official JKSSB Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 dated 01 September 2026. Candidates should refer to the official JKSSB notification and website for the latest updates, amendments, syllabus, examination schedule and application instructions.
Final Words
The JKSSB Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 provides 2,863 vacancies for Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts across UT, Divisional and District Cadres in Jammu & Kashmir.
Candidates who meet the domicile, age and educational qualification requirements should start preparing their documents and examination preparation in advance. The online application window will open on 05 October 2026 and close on 03 November 2026.
Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification, particularly Annexure-A and Annexure-D, before submitting the application.
Official Notification: Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 dated 01.09.2026.
Official JKSSB Website: jkssb.nic.in
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