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JKSSB Class-IV & MTS Recruitment 2026: 2863 Vacancies Across UT, Divisional & District Cadres

Advt No: Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026

Executive Recruitment Quick Facts

Verified key recruitment data extracted directly from official notice

Verified Official
Recruitment Board

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)

Post / Designation

Class-IV / Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), Sanitation Worker / Safaiwala

Total Vacancies

2,863 Posts

Minimum Qualification

EIGHTH PASS

Age Limit

18 – 40 Years (as on 1 Jan 2026)

Pay Scale / Salary

J&K Pay Level SL1 (₹14,800 – ₹47,100) with Dearness Allowance (~50%), House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, and Hill / Hard Area Allowance where applicable (₹14,800–₹47,100)

Application Deadline

3 Nov 2026

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About this Recruitment

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially released Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 for 2,863 Class-IV (Multi-Tasking Staff) and Sanitation Worker vacancies across UT, Divisional, and District cadres of Jammu & Kashmir. Domiciled candidates of Jammu & Kashmir who have passed minimum Matriculation (10th) or 8th standard (for Sanitation Worker) and maximum 10+2 are eligible to apply. Inducted staff receive J&K Pay Level SL1 (₹14,800 - ₹47,100) with starting in-hand pay of approximately ₹23,660 per month. Online registration is accepted from 05 October 2026 to 03 November 2026 on jkssb.nic.in.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Mega recruitment drive notifying 2,863 Class-IV & MTS posts across government departments in Jammu & Kashmir.
  • Specifically reserved for bona fide Domicile Certificate holders of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
  • Qualification criteria: Minimum Matric (10th) and maximum 10+2; candidates possessing higher qualifications than 10+2 are not eligible.
  • Competitive salary in Pay Level SL1 (₹14,800 – ₹47,100) with initial monthly in-hand pay of ~₹23,662.
  • Online application window active from 05 October 2026 to 03 November 2026 on jkssb.nic.in.

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

1 September 2026

2

Application Start Date

5 October 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

3 November 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Class-IV / Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)2750 TENTH PASS
Sanitation Worker / Safaiwala113 EIGHTH PASS

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

40 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 January 2026

Age Relaxations:

SC / ST / RBA / ALC-IB / Social Caste (OSC) / EWS / PSP: +3 Years
Physically Challenged (PwBD): +2 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +8 Years

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

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

Educational Eligibility: EIGHTH PASS, TENTH PASS, TWELFTH PASS
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: J&K Pay Level SL1 (₹14,800 – ₹47,100) with Dearness Allowance (~50%), House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, and Hill / Hard Area Allowance where applicable

Official Pay Scale

₹14,800 – ₹47,100

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay₹14,800
Dearness Allowance (DA)₹7,400 (50% of Basic Pay)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹1,332 (9% for rural / small towns) to ₹2,664 (18% for Jammu/Srinagar)
Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,350
Other AllowancesMedical Allowance (₹1,000 / month)
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / Health₹2,220 (NPS 10%, SLI)
Gross Salary₹25,882 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹23,662 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Objective Written Examination

Exam Mode: Offline OMR / Computer Based Test

120 Minutes
Total Marks: 120
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax MarksDuration
General Awareness and Science505050 min
Basic English303030 min
Basic Mathematics202020 min
Basic Reasoning202020 min

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

General Awareness & Science

Current events of national importance, sports, awards, and national honorsIndian History, Freedom Movement, Indian Geography, climate, and agricultureHistory, Geography, Culture, Heritage, and tourist destinations of Jammu & KashmirBasic General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Nutrition, and Sanitation)

Basic English

Articles (a, an, the), prepositions, conjunctions, verbs, and tensesSynonyms, antonyms, spelling correction, and vocabularySentence arrangement, comprehension of simple passages, and idioms

Basic Mathematics

Percentages, averages, profit and loss, simple and compound interestRatio and proportion, time and work, time speed and distance, LCM and HCFProblems on ages, probability, and basic mensuration (perimeter and area)

Basic Reasoning

Analogies, number series, letter series, and coding-decodingDirection sense test, blood relations, and Venn diagramsFigure odd-one-out and non-verbal spatial reasoning
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official website of JKSSB at https://jkssb.nic.in/.

2

Click on 'Online Application Portal' and locate 'Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 (Class-IV / MTS Posts)'.

3

Click on 'New Candidate Registration' and enter your basic details (Full Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth, Active Email ID, and Mobile Number).

4

Authenticate with OTP received on SMS/Email and log in with the generated registration credentials.

5

Fill out personal profile, Domicile Certificate number and issuing authority, category details, and academic marks (8th/10th/12th).

6

Select your order of preference for Cadres (UT Cadre, Divisional Cadre Jammu/Kashmir, and District Cadres).

7

Upload scanned copies of recent passport photograph (20 KB to 50 KB JPG) and signature (10 KB to 20 KB JPG).

8

Pay the non-refundable fee (₹600 for OM/RBA/ALC, ₹500 for SC/ST/EWS/PwBD) using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

9

Submit the application, verify all entered facts, download the finalized application form, and retain a printed copy.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Passport Size Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG format, clear front-facing portrait

Scanned Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPEG format, on white paper with dark ink

Jammu & Kashmir Domicile Certificate

Issued by competent Tehsildar in prescribed format

Matriculation (10th) Diploma / Marksheet

Proof of minimum educational qualification and Date of Birth

10+2 (Higher Secondary) Marksheet

Proof of maximum educational qualification

Reserved Category Certificate (RBA/SC/ST/ALC-IB/EWS/PSP)

Issued by competent authority of J&K Government

Valid Photo Identity Document

Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, or Driving License

Need compliant 20KB–50KB photo & signature with Name/DOP?
Resize & Format in 1-Click

Application Fee

Open Merit (OM) / RBA / ALC-IB / Social Caste / PSP Candidates₹600
SC / ST / EWS / PwBD Candidates₹500

Payment Modes: Online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI on JKSSB e-Services Portal

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Single Stage Objective Type Written Examination (OMR Mode) - 120 Multiple Choice Questions (120 Marks, 120 Minutes duration) with 0.25 marks negative marking
2
Stage 2: Preparation of Provisional Shortlisting Merit List based strictly on Written Exam normalized marks across District, Divisional, and UT cadres
3
Stage 3: Original Document Verification (DV) & Biometric Identity Verification at JKSSB Offices (Jammu / Srinagar)
4
Stage 4: Final Selection List and Departmental Cadre Allocation based on candidate merit-cum-preference

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in JKSSB Advertisement No. 09 of 2026?

A total of 2,863 vacancies have been advertised, comprising 2,750 Class-IV (Multi-Tasking Staff) posts and 113 Sanitation Worker posts across Jammu & Kashmir.

What are the start and last dates to apply for JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026?

The online registration portal opens on 05 October 2026 and closes on 03 November 2026 (midnight) at jkssb.nic.in.

What is the educational qualification for JKSSB Class-IV / MTS posts?

For Class-IV (MTS), the minimum qualification is Matric (10th pass) and maximum is 10+2 (Higher Secondary). For Sanitation Worker posts, the minimum qualification is 8th pass and maximum 10+2. Candidates with qualifications higher than 10+2 (such as Graduate or Post Graduate) are strictly ineligible.

Is J&K Domicile Certificate mandatory for JKSSB Class-IV posts?

Yes, candidates must be bona fide residents of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent revenue authority on or before the application cutoff date.

What is the age limit for JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026?

The age limit as of 01 January 2026 is 18 to 40 years for Open Merit (OM). The upper age limit is relaxed to 43 years for SC, ST, RBA, ALC/IB, Social Caste, EWS, and PSP, 42 years for PwBD, and 48 years for Ex-Servicemen.

What is the salary for JKSSB Class-IV employees?

Class-IV posts are placed in J&K Pay Level SL1 (₹14,800 – ₹47,100). With 50% Dearness Allowance, HRA, and Medical Allowance, the starting in-hand monthly salary is approximately ₹23,662.

What is the application fee for JKSSB Advt 09 of 2026?

The fee is ₹600 for Open Merit (OM), RBA, ALC/IB, Social Caste, and PSP candidates, and ₹500 for SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD candidates, payable online.

What is the exam pattern for JKSSB Class-IV written test?

The written test comprises 120 objective questions (120 marks) of 2 hours duration, divided into General Awareness & Science (50 Marks), Basic English (30 Marks), Basic Mathematics (20 Marks), and Basic Reasoning (20 Marks), with 0.25 negative marking per incorrect response.

Is there any interview for JKSSB Class-IV posts?

No, as per J&K Government rules, there is no interview for Class-IV posts. Selection is based purely on merit obtained in the objective written examination followed by document verification.

How do I apply online for JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026?

Visit jkssb.nic.in, click on 'Apply for Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026', register with mobile number and email ID, fill personal and educational details, select post/cadre preference, upload photo and signature, pay the fee online, and submit the application.

Salary Range

₹14,800 - ₹47,100

Total Vacancies

2,863 Posts

Last Date to Apply

3 November 2026

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