JKSSB Fresh Recruitment 2026 :- The Jammu and Kashmir Service Selection Board (JKSSB) has issued another announcement for hiring people for positions in the Health and Medical Education Department under the union territory government of Jammu and Kashmir. According to the official announcement, there are 239 positions available at SKIMS Soura for students who have a background in medicine. So, the JKSSB is asking eligible people to apply online for the selection process related to these positions.
People who qualify can apply online between February 24, 2026, and March 25, 2026, by visiting the official website at jkssb.nic.in. All candidates should look at the official notice and the requirements for eligibility before they apply online. The link to download the notification and all important information is given in this article. You should also bookmark this page to stay updated with any future changes or announcements about the recruitment. For more details, read the complete article.
JKSSB Fresh Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Category | JOBS |
| Advertisement No. | 01 of 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 239 Posts |
| Cadre | UT Cadre |
| Department | Health & Medical Education Department |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Objective Type Written Examination |
JKSSB Fresh Recruitment 2026 Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
The age required to apply for these positions, as of January 1, 2026, for Open Merit and various Reserved Category candidates is as follows:
- Open Merit (OM): The maximum age allowed is 40 years. The person applying should have a birth date between January 1st, 1986, and January 1st, 2008.
- Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates can apply only if they are under the age of 43.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) The maximum age limit is 43 years.
| Category | Maximum Age Limit (Years) |
|---|---|
| Residents of Backward Area (RBA) | 43 |
| ALC / IB | 43 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 43 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 43 |
| Physically Challenged Person | 42 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 48 |
Education Qualification For JKSSB Fresh Recruitment 2026
- The education required depends on the job position.
- Candidates should check the official notification for the exact qualification requirements related to the position they are applying for.
JKSSB Fresh Vacancy 2026
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement No. 01 of 2026 (JKSSB New Vacancy 2026) for hiring 239 positions under the UT cadre in the Health and Medical Education Department. Online application forms will be available from February 24 to March 25, 2026. The selection process will involve an objective test that includes negative marking, and the age limits will vary depending on the category, as mentioned in the official notice.
JKSSB Fresh Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Name of Post | Category-wise Breakup (Total) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Cook G-II (Dietetics & Therapeutics) | 16 |
| Chest Physiotherapist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) | 1 |
| Junior Basic Physiotherapist G-II | 3 |
| Junior Occupational Therapist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) | 1 |
| Junior Pharmacist G-II (Drug & Pharmacy) | 7 |
| Junior Store Clerk (Materials Management) | 8 |
| Library Assistant G-II (Library Service) | 1 |
| Medical Record Assistant (Medical Records Department) | 7 |
| Speech Therapist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) | 2 |
| Staff Nurse G-II (Nursing Administration) | 20 |
| Technician G-II (Lab Group) | 32 |
| Technician G-II (Medical Group) | 21 |
| Technician G-II (Perfusionist) | 1 |
| Technician G-II (Radiation Group) | 15 |
| Technician G-II (Theatre Group) | 17 |
| Vocational Counsellor (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) | 1 |
| Attendant General Cadre (AGC) G-II | 25 |
| Barber G-III (Nursing Administration) | 2 |
| Nursing Aid G-III (Nursing Administration) | 59 |
| Total Vacancies | 239 |
Application Fee
- Open Merit (OM): Rupees Six Hundred only.
- SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD: ₹500 only (Rupees Five Hundred only)
Important Dates
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of commencement for submission of Online Applications | 24.02.2026 |
| Cut-off / Last date for submission of Online Application Forms | 25.03.2026 |
| Name of the Post, Cadre, Pay Level, Category-wise break-up, Qualification and Criteria of Selection for the advertised posts | Available below |
| Last Date to submit fee | 25 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Date | To be notified |
JKSSB Fresh Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
- The test will include multiple-choice questions where you have to choose the correct answer from given options.
- The questions will be in English only.
- If you answer a question incorrectly, you will lose one-fourth (¼) of the marks that were given for that question.
Steps to Apply Online for JKSSB Fresh Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website jkssb.nic.in
- Click on Advertisement Number 01 out of 2026 – Apply Online.
- Read the official notification carefully
- Register yourself or login with existing credentials
- Fill in personal, educational and category details
- Upload required documents, photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee online as applicable
- Review the application form carefully
- Submit the application
- Download/print the confirmation page for future reference
Important Links
| Apply Link | Apply Now |
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