The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially released Advertisement Notification No. 01 of 2026 dated 23 January 2026 for the recruitment of 239 UT Cadre posts in the Health and Medical Education Department, Jammu & Kashmir. Eligible domicile candidates of J&K can apply online through the official JKSSB website once the application window opens.
This recruitment drive covers multiple technical, paramedical, and support staff posts under SKIMS Soura and related departments.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Department | Health and Medical Education Department |
| Advertisement No. | 01 of 2026 |
| Notification Date | 23 January 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 239 Posts |
| Cadre | UT Cadre |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
Important Dates – JKSSB Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Applications | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 March 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 25 March 2026 |
JKSSB Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 239 posts are advertised under the Health and Medical Education Department. Major posts include:
- Staff Nurse G-II
- Technician G-II (Lab, Medical, Theatre, Radiation, Perfusionist)
- Nursing Aid G-III
- Attendant General Cadre
- Assistant Cook G-II
- Junior Pharmacist G-II
- Medical Record Assistant
- Library Assistant
- Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist
- Vocational Counsellor
- Barber G-III
Post-wise, category-wise breakup, qualifications, and pay levels are provided in Annexure-A of the official notification.
Educational Qualification
- Qualifications range from Matric / 10+2 to Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, and Master’s Degree, depending on the post.
- All qualifications must be recognized by the Government.
- Candidates must possess the required qualification on or before 25 March 2026.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 Years |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / RBA / OBC / ALC-IB / EWS | 43 Years |
| PwBD | 42 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 48 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per J&K Reservation Rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (OM) | ₹600 |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | ₹500 |
- Fee payment is online only.
- Application fee is non-refundable.
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Selection Process
- Selection will be based only on Written / OMR Examination.
- Questions will be objective type (MCQs).
- Negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer.
- Syllabus will be notified separately on the JKSSB website.
Domicile Requirement
- Candidates must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
- A valid domicile certificate is mandatory and must be valid as on the cut-off date.
How to Apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website jkssb.nic.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and download the application form for future reference.