JKSSBActive Now5 days left

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 (Advt 08/2026) — Apply Online for 518 Paramedical & Technical Posts

Advt No: Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026•Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board

15-Second Executive Decision Summary

Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification

⏳ 5 Days Left to Apply

100% Official

Total Vacancies

JKSSB

518

Junior Pharmacist / Medical Assistant, Junior Staff Nurse, Junior Laboratory Assistant / Technician

Min Qualification

B PHARMA M PHARMA

Verify My Eligibility

Age Limit & Cut-off

18 – 40 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹25,500–₹1,12,400

View In-Hand Simulator

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (Advt No: Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026)

Am I Eligible?Syllabus Tracker Official Portal

About this Recruitment

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026 inviting online applications for 518 District, Divisional, and UT Cadre vacancies across Health & Medical Education, Agriculture Production, Higher Education, and Labour departments. The vacancies feature prominent roles including Junior Pharmacist (211 posts), Junior Staff Nurse (48 posts), Junior Lab Assistant (48 posts), and FMPHW (46 posts). Domiciled candidates of Jammu & Kashmir can register online between 10 September 2026 and 09 October 2026 on jkssb.nic.in.

✨ Copilot Highlights

JKSSB Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026 officially published for 518 vacancies.
Major openings in Health & Medical Education including 211 Junior Pharmacist posts.
Open for candidates with 10th, 12th, GNM, Pharmacy Diploma, and Graduate qualifications.
Pay Matrix from Level 4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) to Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) plus allowances.
Online registration window opens on 10 September 2026 and closes on 09 October 2026.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

40 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SC / ST / RBA / ALC / IB / EWS / PSP / OSC: +3 Years

Physically Challenged (PwD): +2 Years

Ex-Servicemen: +8 Years

Government Service / In-Service Candidates: +0 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 January 2026)

Your Date of Birth (DOB)

Your Category / Reservation

Save to my candidate profile for 1-click verification across all jobs

Educational Eligibility: TENTH PASS, TWELFTH PASS, DIPLOMA, B PHARMA M PHARMA, B SC, ANY GRADUATE

Important Dates & Timeline

+ Google Calendar

Notification Released

4 August 2026

Application Start Date

10 September 2026

Last Date to Apply

9 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Junior Pharmacist / Medical Assistant	211	B PHARMA M PHARMA
Junior Staff Nurse	48	DIPLOMA
Junior Laboratory Assistant / Technician	88	DIPLOMA
Female Multi-Purpose Health Worker (FMPHW)	46	TWELFTH PASS
Horticulture Technician Grade-IV	43	TENTH PASS
Other Technical / Cadre Posts (MMPHW, Ophthalmic Tech, Supervisor, etc.)	82	TWELFTH PASS

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) to Pay Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) under Jammu & Kashmir 7th Pay Commission rules plus DA, HRA, Border/Hill Allowance, and State Medical Benefits.

Official Pay Scale

₹25,500 - ₹1,12,400

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹25,500

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹12,750

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹4,590

Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700

Gross Monthly Salary₹45,540

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹3,825

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹450

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹4,335

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹41,205

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹5.46 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25
General Awareness & Current Affairs	25	25
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability	25	25
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject	25	25

Interactive Syllabus & Topic Study Tracker

Check off topics as you study — progress automatically saves to your browser.

Your Preparation Progress: 0 of 19 Topics Mastered0%

General Awareness & Static GK

0 / 5 done

General Intelligence & Reasoning

0 / 7 done

Quantitative Aptitude

0 / 7 done

Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://jkssb.nic.in

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

Need official 20KB–50KB Photo & Signature for this form?

Over 15% forms are rejected due to invalid dimensions. Crop, compress & stamp Name/DOP in 100% private 1-click studio.

Open 1-Click Photo Resizer

Physical Standards & Efficiency

Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Mandatory physical measurements and endurance criteria as prescribed in the official notification.

Category & Gender	Height (Min)	Chest (Min / Exp)	Running / Race	Other Events
Male (General / OBC / SC)	168 cm (Relaxation applicable for reserved categories)	81 cm - 86 cm (Minimum 5 cm expansion)	5 km in 24 minutes / 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes	Long Jump: 12 Feet, High Jump: 3.5 Feet (if applicable)
Male (ST Category)	160 cm	77 cm - 82 cm (5 cm expansion)	5 km in 24 minutes / 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes	Long Jump: 12 Feet, High Jump: 3.5 Feet (if applicable)
Female (All Categories)	152 cm - 157 cm	Not Applicable	1.6 km in 8.5 minutes / 800 meters in 4 minutes	Long Jump: 9 Feet, High Jump: 3 Feet (if applicable)

Application Fee Details

General / Unreserved Candidates₹500

SC / ST / PwD / EWS Candidates₹400

Payment Modes: Online Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI Gateway on JKSSB e-Service Portal

Selection Process

Stage 1: Objective Type Multiple Choice Written Examination (OMR / Computer Based Test) with Negative Marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer

Stage 2: Trade / Practical Proficiency Test (for specific technical posts wherever prescribed in service rules)

Stage 3: Document Verification (Scrutiny of Domicile Certificate, Category, Educational and Technical Diplomas)

Stage 4: Medical Examination by Designated Medical Board & Final Cadre Allocation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total vacancy count in JKSSB Advertisement No. 08 of 2026?

A total of 518 UT, Divisional, and District cadre posts are advertised under Advt No. 08 of 2026 across four key government departments of Jammu & Kashmir.

When does online application start and end for JKSSB Advt 08/2026?

The online application link opens on 10 September 2026 and the final deadline to submit the online form and pay the fee is 09 October 2026 (11:59 PM).

What are the key posts advertised in JKSSB 08/2026?

Major posts include Junior Pharmacist (211), Junior Staff Nurse (48), Junior Lab Assistant (48), Female Multi-Purpose Health Worker / FMPHW (46), Horticulture Technician Gr-IV (43), and Male Health Worker / MMPHW (19).

What is the eligibility and educational qualification for JKSSB Pharmacist and Nurse posts?

Junior Pharmacist requires 10+2 with Diploma/Degree in Pharmacy registered with J&K Pharmacy Council. Junior Staff Nurse requires B.Sc Nursing or GNM with Nursing Council registration. Other posts range from 10th pass to Graduate.

What is the age limit for JKSSB Recruitment 2026?

As of 01 January 2026, Open Merit (OM) candidates must be between 18 and 40 years. SC, ST, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS, and PSP candidates have an upper age limit of 43 years, while PwD candidates have 42 years and Ex-Servicemen 48 years.

What is the application fee for JKSSB Advt 08 of 2026?

The application fee is ₹500 for General / Unreserved category candidates and ₹400 for SC, ST, PwD, and EWS category candidates payable online.

What is the selection process for JKSSB Advt 08/2026?

Selection will be based on an Objective Type Written Test (OMR/CBT) carrying 100-120 marks with negative marking of 0.25 marks, followed by trade/skill tests where prescribed and Document Verification.

Who is eligible to apply for JKSSB recruitments?

Candidates must be Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and possess the prescribed educational/technical qualifications on or before the cut-off date of 09 October 2026.

Application StatusActive

Last Date to Apply

9 October 2026

⏳ 5 Days Remaining

Direct official recruitment portal link — zero third-party intermediaries.

Share with Study Groups

Forward verified notification stats & eligibility checker to your peer groups.

WhatsApp Telegram

Photo & Signature Tool

Auto-format 20KB–50KB photo and 10KB–20KB signature for this exam.

Open 1-Click Resizer

Official Verified Sources

JKSSB Official Portal Notifications Section

https://jkssb.nic.in

J&K Services Selection Board e-Application Portal

https://jkssb.nic.in/Pages/Applicant/OnlineApplication.aspx

Apply Online Now

Explore More Updates

Stay updated with the latest government job notifications, admit cards, and results

Latest Jobs

631+

View All

Assam Animal Husbandry Field Assistant Recruitment 2026: 72 Class-III Vacancies Announced

DRDO RCI Hyderabad Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 195 Graduate, Diploma & Trade Slots Announced

IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 58 Trade & Technician Slots Announced

GPSC Class 1 & 2 Technical Officers Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 26 Posts, Eligibility & Exam Pattern