JKSSB Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board. The recruitment drive is being conducted under Advertisement Notification No. 01 of 2026 for the Health and Medical Education Department. Eligible candidates from the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir can apply online within the notified timeline.
JKSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Overview
The recruitment includes a special drive for Junior Pharmacist Grade-II posts at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Soura. Key details related to the recruitment are provided below. The table below outlines the important highlights of JKSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Name | JKSSB Health and Medical Education Department Recruitment 2026 |
Conducting Body | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board |
Post Name | Junior Pharmacist G-II |
Vacancies | 7 |
Application Mode | Online |
Official Website | www.jkssb.nic.in |
Notification Release Date | 23 January 2026 |
Last Date to Apply | 25 March 2026 |
Exam Date | To be announced |
JKSSB Junior Pharmacist Important Dates 2026
Candidates must be aware of the key dates related to the application and examination process. The table below provides the official schedule for JKSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026.
Event | Date |
Notification Release | 23 January 2026 |
Application Start Date | 24 February 2026 |
Application End Date | 25 March 2026 |
Admit Card Release | Around 1 week before exam |
Exam Date | To be announced |
Result Date | To be announced |
JKSSB Junior Pharmacist Eligibility Criteria 2026
Applicants must meet all eligibility conditions before applying.
Nationality and Domicile:
The candidate must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. A valid domicile certificate issued on or before 25 March 2026 is mandatory.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026):
Category | Maximum Age | Not Born Before |
Open Merit | 40 Years | 01 January 1986 |
SC / ST / RBA / EWS / OBC | 43 Years | 01 January 1983 |
Physically Challenged | 42 Years | 01 January 1984 |
Ex-Servicemen | 48 Years | 01 January 1978 |
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must hold a B.Pharmacy degree from an institution recognised by the government. The qualification must be acquired on or before 25 March 2026.
JKSSB Application Process and Fee 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal www.jkssb.nic.in. Candidates need to complete registration, fill in personal and academic details, upload required documents, and submit the application fee. The application fee structure is given below.
Category | Application Fee |
Open Merit | INR 600 |
SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | INR 500 |
JKSSB Selection Process and Salary 2026
The selection process will include a written examination with objective-type questions in English. A negative marking of 0.25 marks will be applicable for each incorrect answer. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level-4 with a pay scale of INR 25,500 to INR 81,100.