Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released a major recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 09 of 2026, dated 01 September 2026) for 2,863 Class IV (Multitasking Staff / MTS) and Sanitation Worker positions across the Union Territory. Online applications are now open and will close on 27 November 2026.
Overview
This is a significant employment opportunity for aspirants in Jammu & Kashmir seeking Class IV government positions. The recruitment covers UT cadre, Divisional cadre (Jammu and Kashmir), and District cadre positions spanning all 20 districts. Candidates must be domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir to be eligible.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 01 September 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 14 October 2026 |
| Online Application Closes | 27 November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OM / OBC / RBA / ALC-IB | ₹600 |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | ₹500 |
Fee payment must be completed online during the application process. No offline mode of fee payment is available.
Vacancy Details
| Cadre Type | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| UT Cadre | 105 |
| Divisional Cadre – Jammu | 1,093 |
| Divisional Cadre – Kashmir | 897 |
| District Cadre (20 districts combined) | 768 |
| Total | 2,863 |
Vacancies are further distributed among reserved categories including Open Merit (1,178), Scheduled Castes (246), Scheduled Tribes ST-1 (293), Scheduled Tribes ST-2 (286), Other Backward Classes (221), ALC/IB (115), Residents of Backward Areas (271), and Economically Weaker Sections (253).
Eligibility
Educational Qualification:
- Class IV (MTS): Matriculation (10th) to 10+2 pass
- Sanitation Worker: 8th pass to 10+2 pass
Age Limit (as of application date):
- Open Merit (OM): Maximum 40 years; born between 01 January 1986 and 01 January 2008
- Reserved Categories (SC, ST-1, ST-2, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS, OBC): Maximum 43 years; born between 01 January 1983 and 01 January 2008
- Physically Challenged (PwBD): Maximum 42 years; born between 01 January 1984 and 01 January 2008
Domicile Requirement: Mandatory – applicants must be domicile of Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
How to Apply
- Visit the official JKSSB website at www.jkssb.nic.in
- Locate the recruitment notification for Advertisement No. 09 of 2026
- Click on the online application link
- Create a new account or log in using existing credentials
- Fill in all required personal information, educational details, and address
- Upload scanned copies of passport-sized photograph, signature, and required certificates
- Select your preferred cadre and district (if applicable)
- Pay the applicable application fee online
- Submit the completed application form
- Download and save the confirmation receipt for future correspondence
Only online applications will be accepted. The application process is available on the official website from 14 October 2026 to 27 November 2026.
Selection Process
The selection comprises written examination, additional weightage (based on domicile, family status, and experience criteria), and document verification. Scoring is as follows:
- UT Cadre: Written Test (85 marks) + No family member in government service (5 marks) + Widow/divorced/orphan/casual worker criteria (5 marks) = 100 marks
- Divisional Cadre: Written Test (80 marks) + Domicile weightage (5 marks) + Eligible category criteria (5 marks) + No family member in government service (5 marks) + Widow/divorced/orphan/casual worker criteria (5 marks) = 100 marks
- District Cadre: Written Test (75 marks) + District domicile weightage (10 marks) + Eligible category criteria (5 marks) + No family member in government service (5 marks) + Widow/divorced/orphan/casual worker criteria (5 marks) = 100 marks
Important Links
- Official JKSSB Website – View full notification and apply online
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will the online application window close?
The last date to submit online applications is 27 November 2026. Late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Q: What fees must I pay?
General, OBC, RBA, and ALC-IB candidates pay ₹600. SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, and PwBD candidates pay ₹500. Fee payment is mandatory and must be done online.
Q: What are the minimum and maximum educational qualifications?
For Class IV (MTS), the minimum is Matriculation and maximum is 10+2. For Sanitation Worker, minimum is 8th pass and maximum is 10+2.
Q: What is the maximum age for Open Merit applicants?
Maximum age for Open Merit candidates is 40 years. Reserved category applicants can be up to 43 years (except PwBD at 42 years).
Q: How many total posts are being recruited?
A total of 2,863 Class IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker positions are available across UT, Divisional, and District cadres.
Q: Is Jammu & Kashmir domicile required?
Yes, domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir is mandatory for all applicants.
Candidates are advised to verify all details, dates, eligibility criteria, and instructions on the official JKSSB website (www.jkssb.nic.in) before submitting their application.