The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board has announced a major recruitment drive for 2,863 vacancies under Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026, dated September 1, 2026. The vacancies include Class-IV (Multi-Tasking Staff/MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts across different departments of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Importantly, the application schedule mentioned in the original notification has subsequently been revised through a corrigendum. The JKSSB website currently lists both the corrigendum and instructions for submission of applications against the 2,863 advertised posts.
Under the revised schedule, eligible candidates can submit the JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026 online application from October 14 to November 12, 2026. Candidates should check their domicile, educational qualification, age and category eligibility carefully before applying.
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JKSSB Group 4 Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 09 of 2026 |
| Notification Date | September 1, 2026 |
| Posts | Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker |
| Total Vacancies | 2,863 |
| Job Location | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Revised Application Start Date | October 14, 2026 |
| Revised Last Date | November 12, 2026 |
| Pay Level | SL-1 |
| Pay Scale | Rs 14,800 – Rs 47,100 |
| Selection | Written Examination + applicable additional weightage |
| Official Authority | JKSSB |
JKSSB MTS Vacancy 2026
A total of 2,863 vacancies have been advertised. The recruitment covers posts distributed across UT, Divisional and District cadres and different government departments in Jammu and Kashmir.
The two principal post categories are:
- Class-IV (Multi-Tasking Staff/MTS)
- Sanitation Worker
Candidates should pay particular attention to the cadre against which they apply because the selection criteria and applicable additional weightage differ according to whether a vacancy belongs to the UT, Divisional or District cadre.
The detailed department-wise, category-wise and cadre-wise distribution is provided in the vacancy annexure of Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026.
JKSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The application dates were changed after publication of the original advertisement. Candidates should therefore follow the revised schedule rather than the dates printed in the initial notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Notification | September 1, 2026 |
| Revised Online Application Start | October 14, 2026 |
| Revised Last Date to Apply | November 12, 2026 |
Candidates should not rely on the original October 5 to November 3, 2026 application window, as JKSSB subsequently issued a corrigendum to Advertisement No. 09 of 2026. The corrigendum is currently listed on the Board’s official updates page.
Who Can Apply for JKSSB Group 4 Recruitment?
The recruitment is specifically for eligible candidates possessing the prescribed Jammu and Kashmir domicile and meeting the educational, age and other conditions applicable to the post and category.
Applicants should possess a valid domicile certificate issued by the competent authority by the prescribed stage of the recruitment process.
Merely satisfying the educational qualification does not make a candidate eligible if the domicile, age or other applicable conditions are not fulfilled.
JKSSB Class IV Educational Qualification
The qualification requirement differs between Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts.
Class-IV/MTS
Candidates applying for Class-IV/MTS posts should have:
- Minimum qualification: Matriculation/Class 10
- Maximum qualification: Class 12/10+2
The maximum-qualification condition is significant. Candidates should therefore not treat Class 10 as only a minimum qualification without checking the upper qualification restriction prescribed for these posts.
Sanitation Worker
For Sanitation Worker posts:
- Minimum qualification: Class 8
- Maximum qualification: Class 12/10+2
Candidates must possess the required qualification within the cut-off conditions prescribed by JKSSB.
JKSSB Class IV Age Limit 2026
Age eligibility is determined with reference to January 1, 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 |
| PwBD | 42 years |
Candidates belonging to other specially covered categories should check the relevant age provision in the notification rather than assuming that the general or reserved-category limit applies to them.
Application Fee
The application fee varies according to category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Open Merit | Rs 600 |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD | Rs 500 |
Candidates must pay the applicable fee through the prescribed online payment facility. An application without successful payment of the applicable fee may not be treated as complete.
JKSSB Group IV Selection Process
Selection for the advertised posts involves an objective-type written examination along with additional weightage applicable under the prescribed cadre-based selection criteria.
The weightage of the written test differs according to the cadre:
| Cadre | Written Test | Additional Weightage | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UT Cadre | 85 marks | 15 marks | 100 |
| Divisional Cadre | 80 marks | 20 marks | 100 |
| District Cadre | 75 marks | 25 marks | 100 |
This is an important feature of the 2026 recruitment. Candidates should not assume that selection will be determined exclusively by written examination marks.
The additional weightage is governed by the conditions applicable to the relevant cadre and may cover prescribed factors such as home district/division and specified socio-economic or other eligible categories. Candidates claiming such weightage will need to satisfy the relevant documentary requirements.
Salary for JKSSB Class IV Posts
The advertised posts carry Pay Level SL-1, with a pay scale of:
Rs 14,800 to Rs 47,100
Appointment, allowances and other service conditions will be governed by the applicable Jammu and Kashmir government rules and the conditions specified for the respective posts.
How to Apply for JKSSB Group IV Recruitment 2026
Applications have to be submitted online through the JKSSB recruitment system. The Board has also published separate instructions for submission of application forms for the 2,863 advertised posts, which candidates should read before completing their forms.
Candidates can broadly follow these steps:
- Visit the official JKSSB website and open the relevant online application portal.
- Complete registration/login using the required details.
- Select Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 and the relevant post/cadre.
- Enter personal, domicile, educational and category information carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents in the prescribed format.
- Review the application before final submission.
- Pay the applicable online application fee.
- Submit the form and retain a copy of the completed application and payment confirmation.
Candidates should ensure that the information entered in the online form matches their certificates.
Documents Candidates Should Keep Ready
Applicants should keep their J&K domicile certificate, educational qualification certificates, date-of-birth proof, category certificate where applicable, recent photograph and signature ready.
Candidates claiming any special or additional weightage should also retain the relevant supporting certificates. Original documents may be required during document verification, so information entered in the application should be supported by valid records.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available under JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026?
JKSSB has advertised 2,863 vacancies covering Class-IV/MTS and Sanitation Worker posts across various departments and cadres.
What is the last date for JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026?
Under the revised application schedule, the last date to submit the online application is November 12, 2026.
What qualification is required for JKSSB Class IV posts?
For Class-IV/MTS, the prescribed qualification range is Matric/Class 10 to Class 12/10+2. Sanitation Worker posts have a minimum qualification of Class 8 and a maximum qualification of Class 12/10+2.
What is the JKSSB Class IV salary?
The posts carry Pay Level SL-1, Rs 14,800–47,100.
Is there negative marking in the JKSSB Class IV examination?
Yes. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Is J&K domicile required?
Yes. Candidates must satisfy the prescribed Jammu and Kashmir domicile requirement for the recruitment.
