JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026; The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 dated 01 September 2026 for recruitment to 2,863 Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts in various departments of Jammu & Kashmir. The vacancies are distributed among UT Cadre, Divisional Cadres and District Cadres.
Eligible candidates who are domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir can apply online for these posts. The online application process will begin on 05 October 2026, while the last date for submission of the online application form is 03 November 2026.
The recruitment includes Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker vacancies in departments such as Agriculture Production, Horticulture, Animal/Sheep Husbandry, ARI & Trainings, Culture, Estates, Higher Education, Public Works, Transport and others. The final cadre/department allocation will be made through the merit-cum-preference system.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board |
| Recruitment | JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 09 of 2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2863 |
| Posts | Class-IV (MTS) / Sanitation Worker |
| Job Location | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Eligibility | J&K Domicile |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Cadres | UT / Divisional / District |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 05 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 November 2026 |
| Cut-off Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
The examination date and examination centres will be announced separately by JKSSB through its official website.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| OM / General | ₹600/- |
| SC | ₹500/- |
| ST-1 | ₹500/- |
| ST-2 | ₹500/- |
| EWS | ₹500/- |
| PwBD | ₹500/- |
The application fee can be paid only through online mode, using Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card. The fee is non-refundable.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Vacancies
The total 2,863 posts are distributed as follows:
| Cadre | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UT Cadre | 105 |
| Divisional Cadre – Jammu | 1,093 |
| Divisional Cadre – Kashmir | 897 |
| District Cadre | 768 |
| Grand Total | 2863 |
The official category-wise grand total is OM 1178, SC 246, ST-1 293, ST-2 286, OBC 221, ALC/IB 115, RBA 271 and EWS 253, making a total of 2,863 posts.
Major Department-Wise Vacancies
The recruitment covers posts under several departments. Some of the major vacancies include:
| Department / Post | Cadre | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Estates Department – Sanitation Worker | UT | 73 |
| Transport Department – Class-IV (MTS) | UT | 28 |
| Public Works (R&B) – Class-IV (MTS) | Jammu Division | 939 |
| Estates Department – Sanitation Worker | Jammu Division | 48 |
| Culture Department – Libraries & Research | Jammu Division | 11 |
| Animal/Sheep Husbandry Department | Jammu Division | 11 |
| Public Works (R&B) – Class-IV (MTS) | Kashmir Division | 481 |
| Department of Floriculture, Gardens & Parks | Kashmir Division | 199 |
The detailed district-wise and department-wise vacancy breakup is given in Annexure-A of the notification.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Qualification
Class-IV (MTS)
Candidates applying for Class-IV (MTS) posts must have:
- Minimum Qualification: Matriculation
- Maximum Qualification: 10+2
Thus, candidates must be at least 10th pass, while candidates possessing qualification higher than 10+2 are not eligible for Class-IV posts under the prescribed rules.
Sanitation Worker
For Sanitation Worker posts:
- Minimum Qualification: 8th Pass
- Maximum Qualification: 10+2
Candidates possessing qualification above the prescribed maximum qualification are not eligible for these posts.
Pay Scale
The prescribed pay scale for Class-IV (MTS) / Sanitation Worker posts is:
SL-1: ₹14,800 – ₹47,100/-.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age will be calculated as on 01 January 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 | 42 Years |
For OM candidates, the candidate should not have been born before 01 January 1986 and after 01 January 2008. For SC/ST/RBA/ALC-IB/EWS/OBC candidates, the upper age is 43 years, subject to the dates prescribed in the notification.
Eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates can receive the age benefit specified under the applicable rules. A five-year upper-age relaxation is also provided to eligible casual workers claiming additional weightage under the J&K Class-IV Special Recruitment Rules.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Domicile
Candidates applying for the advertised posts must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority on or before the closing date of the application, i.e. 03 November 2026.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection will be based on a Written Test plus applicable additional weightage marks prescribed under the J&K Class-IV Special Recruitment Rules.
The final merit is prepared by combining written-test marks with applicable additional points. Cadre and department allocation is then made through the merit-cum-preference method.
Selection Stages
- Written Examination
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Cadre/Department Allocation
- Final Selection
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must appear with their original certificates and self-attested copies. Failure to produce the required originals can result in cancellation of candidature.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The written examination will consist of:
- Objective Type / Multiple Choice Questions
- Question paper in English Language
- Negative marking of 1/4 mark for every wrong answer
- Examination date and centre will be announced separately
- Detailed syllabus will be notified on the JKSSB website
Selection Marks
| Cadre | Written Test | Additional Marks | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UT Cadre | 85 | 15 | 100 |
| Divisional Cadre | 80 | 20 | 100 |
| District Cadre | 75 | 25 | 100 |
For Divisional Cadre, 5 marks are available for being a candidate of the Home Division. For District Cadre, 10 marks are available for being a candidate of the Home District. Additional marks can also be awarded for eligible candidates whose family members have not been in Government service, eligible widows/divorced/judicially separated women/orphan girls, and eligible casual workers with five or more years of service.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Merit-Cum-Preference
The Board will determine overall merit using the written examination marks and applicable additional points. Successful candidates will be asked to provide preferences for cadres and departments. Allocation will be made according to merit and the preferences submitted by candidates. Once allocation is notified, it will be final and binding.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Domicile Certificate
- Matriculation Certificate
- 10+2 Certificate, if applicable
- Date of Birth proof
- Category Certificate, wherever applicable
- EWS Certificate, if applicable
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate, if applicable
- Additional Weightage Certificates, wherever applicable
- Casual Worker Experience/Wage Proof, wherever applicable
- Recent Passport Size Photographs
- Valid Photo ID Proof
- Other documents required for the specific claim/post
At Document Verification, candidates must produce original documents along with self-attested copies.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Scribe & Compensatory Time
Eligible Persons with Benchmark Disabilities may avail the facility of a scribe and/or compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination, subject to the conditions specified in the notification. Candidates opting for a scribe have to arrange their own eligible scribe and submit the prescribed certificates and undertaking.
How to Apply for JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026
Candidates should visit the official JKSSB website and complete the online application process within the prescribed dates. Before applying, candidates should confirm their eligibility, domicile, qualification, age and category requirements.
Fill in the personal and educational details carefully, upload the required documents and submit the application form. Pay the applicable application fee through the prescribed online payment method and save/print the submitted application form for future reference.
The application must be submitted online only. Candidates should ensure that all information entered in the application is correct because incorrect or unsupported information may lead to cancellation of candidature.
JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Notification |
| JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026 Online Application | Apply Online |
| JKSSB Official Website | JKSSB |