JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026: The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has thrown open a fresh recruitment drive for candidates hoping to enter government service in the Union Territory. Through Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026, dated 01.09.2026, the Board has invited online applications for 2,863 posts of Class-IV (Multi-Tasking Staff) and Sanitation Worker, spread across UT cadre, Divisional cadre (Jammu and Kashmir), and District cadre positions in multiple departments. The online application process will commence from 05 October 2026, and the last date will benon 03 November 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from official website. In this article, we will cover all important details like eligibility criteria, application process, selection process and other key details.
JKSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Summary
| Organization | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Posts | 2863 |
| Post Name | Class IV |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Examination, Document Verification |
| Last date to apply | 03.11.2026 |
| Official Website | www.jkssb.nic.in |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Class-IV (MTS) posts: Minimum qualification — Matriculation (10th pass); Maximum qualification 10+2 (12th pass), as per S.O. 184 of 2020 read with SRO 99 of 2008.
- Sanitation Worker posts: Minimum qualification 8th Pass; Maximum qualification 10+2, as per S.O. 132 of 2022.
Candidates possessing a qualification higher than the prescribed maximum, or lower than the prescribed minimum, are not eligible and their candidature is liable to be summarily rejected at any stage.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 years |
| SC | 43 years |
| ST-1 | 43 years |
| ST-2 | 43 years |
| RBA | 43 years |
| ALC/IB | 43 years |
| EWS | 43 years |
| OBC | 43 years |
| Physically Challenged (PwBD) | 42 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OM/RBA/ALC-IB/OBC | Rs. 600/- |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | Rs. 500/- |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process for JKSSB 09 of 2026 comprises a written Objective Type Multiple Choice Question (MCQ)examination conducted in English language only. There is a negative marking of one-fourth (1/4th) of the marks assigned to each question for every wrong answer, so candidates should attempt questions with reasonable certainty rather than guessing indiscriminately.
The syllabus for the examination will be released separately on the official JKSSB website closer to the exam date.
Merit-cum-Preference & Additional Weightage
Beyond the written test score, the Board awards additional weightage points as per S.O. 184 of 2020, differing slightly by cadre:
UT Cadre (Total 100 marks)
- Written Test: 85 marks
- No Government-service family member: 5 marks
- Widow/divorced/judicially separated women/orphan girls: 5 marks
- Casual worker (5+ years service): 5 marks
Divisional Cadre (Total 100 marks)
- Written Test: 80 marks
- Home Division candidate: 5 marks
- No Government-service family member: 5 marks
- Widow/divorced/judicially separated women/orphan girls: 5 marks
- Casual worker (5+ years service): 5 marks
District Cadre (Total 100 marks)
- Written Test: 75 marks
- Home District candidate: 10 marks
- No Government-service family member: 5 marks
How To Apply Online For JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026
Follow below steps to complete application process:
- Visit the official website www.jkssb.nic.in once the application window opens on 05.10.2026.
- Register/Login to the JKSSB online recruitment portal using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully, matching your Matriculation certificate.
- Upload photograph and signature in the prescribed size (10 KB to 20 KB).
- Select the item number(s) and post preference(s) you wish to apply for, based on eligibility.
- Pay the application fee online (Rs. 600/- general; Rs. 500/- for SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD) via net banking, credit card, or debit card.
- Review the form thoroughly before final submission — no corrections are allowed later.
- Submit the form and save/print the application for future reference, including at the time of Document Verification.
Direct Link To check official notification
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 01.09.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 05.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (Cut-off Date) | 03.11.2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified separately |
FAQs
Q1. What is JKSSB Advertisement Notification 09 of 2026?
It is an official recruitment notice issued by the Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board on 01.09.2026 for filling 2,863 Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts across UT, Divisional, and District cadres.
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
A total of 2,863 posts have been advertised, comprising 105 UT cadre posts, 1,990 Divisional cadre posts (Jammu and Kashmir combined), and 768 District cadre posts.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification required?
For Class-IV (MTS) posts, the minimum qualification is Matriculation (10th pass), with a maximum qualification of 10+2. For Sanitation Worker posts, the minimum is 8th pass, with a maximum of 10+2.
Q4. When can candidates start applying online?
Online applications can be submitted from 05.10.2026 to 03.11.2026.
