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A big government engineering opportunity has opened up in Jammu and Kashmir. The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has advertised 458 posts of Junior Engineer (Civil), carrying Level-6 pay of Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400. Online applications will open on 30 November 2026 and close on 29 December 2026.
There is one condition every applicant must note before applying — this recruitment is open only to domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
JKSSB JE Civil Recruitment 2026 — At a Glance
| Recruiting Board | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement | Notification No. 11 of 2026, dated 27 October 2026 |
| Post | Junior Engineer (Civil) |
| Total Vacancies | 458 |
| Pay Scale | Level-6: Rs 35,400–Rs 1,12,400 |
| Applications Open | 30 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 December 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs 600 (SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD: Rs 500) |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years (43 years for reserved categories) |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
How Many Posts in Each Department?
The recruitment covers two departments. The Jal Shakti Department has the larger share with 282 posts, while the Public Works (Roads and Buildings) Department has 176 posts.
| Jal Shakti Department | 282 |
| Public Works (R&B) Department | 176 |
| Total | 458 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Jal Shakti (282) | PWD (176) | Total (458) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 113 | 71 | 184 |
| SC | 23 | 14 | 37 |
| ST-1 | 28 | 18 | 46 |
| ST-2 | 28 | 18 | 46 |
| OBC | 22 | 14 | 36 |
| ALC/IB | 11 | 7 | 18 |
| RBA | 28 | 17 | 45 |
| EWS | 29 | 17 | 46 |
Note: As per the notification, the number of vacancies may increase or decrease during the selection process.
Who Can Apply?
Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a Government-recognised institute or Indian University, or a Degree in Civil Engineering, or AMIE Section (A & B), India. The qualification must have been acquired on or before 29 December 2026, failing which the candidature will be cancelled.
Domicile: Only domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir are eligible. A valid Domicile Certificate must have been issued on or before 29 December 2026.
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 01.01.2026)
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 years |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / RBA / ALC-IB / EWS / OBC | 43 years |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 42 years |
The minimum age is 18 years — candidates must not have been born after 01.01.2008. Ex-Servicemen can deduct their period of service from their actual age.
How Much Is the Application Fee?
| General and other categories | Rs 600 |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | Rs 500 |
The fee must be paid online only (Net Banking / Credit / Debit card). The fee once paid is non-refundable, and applications received without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
What Is the Selection Process?
Selection will be made only on the basis of merit in a written/OMR examination, followed by Document Verification. The examination will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions, set in English only, with negative marking of one-fourth mark for each wrong answer.
Please note: The examination date, examination centres and syllabus have not been announced yet — JKSSB will notify them separately on its official website, jkssb.nic.in.
Important Documents
- Valid Domicile Certificate of the UT of Jammu and Kashmir
- Diploma/Degree certificate in Civil Engineering
- Category certificate (if claiming reservation)
- Photograph, signature and ID proof — detailed instructions for filling the online form will be issued separately on the JKSSB portal
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official JKSSB website jkssb.nic.in from 30 November 2026.
- Open the link for Advertisement Notification No. 11 of 2026.
- Read the notification carefully and check your eligibility.
- Fill the online form, upload the documents and pay the fee online.
- Submit the form and keep a printout for future reference.
Important: The application link will not open before 30 November. Apply only through the official website and do not trust any other link or agent.
Other JKSSB Recruitments
Applications are also open for 2,863 JKSSB Class-IV posts — MTS and Sanitation Worker posts, with the last date extended to 27 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many posts are there in JKSSB JE Civil Recruitment 2026?
A: There are 458 posts in total — 282 in the Jal Shakti Department and 176 in the Public Works (R&B) Department.
Q2. When can I apply for JKSSB JE Civil 2026?
A: Online applications can be submitted from 30 November 2026 to 29 December 2026.
Q3. What is the salary of JKSSB Junior Engineer (Civil)?
A: The post carries Level-6 pay of Rs 35,400–Rs 1,12,400.
Q4. Can candidates from Haryana or other states apply?
A: No. This recruitment is open only to domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the JKSSB JE Civil exam?
A: Yes, one-fourth mark will be deducted for each wrong answer. The exam will be in English, and the syllabus and exam date will be notified separately.
Important Links
- Official Website: jkssb.nic.in
- Official Notification (PDF): Advertisement_11OF2026_27102026.pdf
Source: Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), Advertisement Notification No. 11 of 2026, dated 27 October 2026.
