JKSSB Recruitment 2026: 2,863 MTS Posts, Eligibility, Dates

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 2,863 Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts in Jammu & Kashmir. The notification was issued on September 1, 2026, while the online application process will begin on October 5 and continue until November 3, 2026.

The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 09 of 2026 for UT, Divisional and District Cadres. Applicants must have a valid Jammu & Kashmir domicile and meet the educational and age conditions prescribed for the respective post.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Highlights

The table below gives the main details of the JKSSB Class 4 Recruitment 2026, including vacancies, application dates, qualifications, and fee.

JKSSB Vacancy 2026: 2,863 Posts

The 2,863 vacancies are spread across UT Cadre, Divisional Cadres and District Cadres in different government departments of Jammu & Kashmir.

The cadre-wise distribution reported for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 is given below.

The category-wise vacancies include 1,178 posts under Open Merit, 246 under SC, 293 under ST-1, 286 under ST-2, 221 under OBC, 115 under ALC/IB, 271 under RBA and 253 under EWS.

JKSSB Eligibility Criteria 2026

The JKSSB MTS eligibility criteria 2026 differ slightly between Class-IV MTS and Sanitation Worker posts. A J&K domicile is mandatory for this recruitment.

The age limit is calculated as on January 1, 2026. The maximum age is 40 years for Open Merit applicants, while the limit is 43 years for several reserved categories. PwBD applicants have a maximum age limit of 42 years. Additional relaxation may apply under the recruitment rules.

JKSSB MTS Application Form 2026: Dates and Fee

The JKSSB MTS application form 2026 will not open immediately after the notification. The online registration window starts on October 5, 2026, giving applicants time to check their documents and eligibility before registration.

The application fee varies by category.

The fee is payable through the online payment options available on the JKSSB application portal.

JKSSB Class 4 Selection Process 2026

The JKSSB Class 4 selection process 2026 includes a written examination followed by document verification. The written test will consist of objective-type questions, with negative marking for incorrect responses.

The detailed syllabus for the recruitment is expected to be notified separately by JKSSB. The exam date and examination centre have also not been announced yet.

Applicants should keep the following ready before the registration window opens:

• J&K Domicile Certificate
• Educational qualification certificates
• Category certificate, wherever applicable
• Valid mobile number and email ID
• Recent photograph and signature
• Required identity and supporting documents

How to Apply Online JKSSB Recruitment 2026

The JKSSB Recruitment 2026 apply online application process will begin on October 5. Applicants should use the official JKSSB portal and carefully check the advertisement number before submitting the form.

1. Visit the official JKSSB website.
2. Open the recruitment/application section.
3. Select Advertisement No. 09 of 2026.
4. Complete the registration process.
5. Fill in personal, educational and domicile details.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Pay the application fee online.
8. Submit the application form.
9. Download and save the confirmation page.

The last date for submitting the online application is November 3, 2026. The qualification, age and relevant certificate conditions are also linked to the prescribed cut-off date.

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