JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria for Staff Nurse & Pharmacist

The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has outlined eligibility criteria for its Recruitment 2026 notification covering several vacancies in the Health and Medical Education Department, including Staff Nurse (G-II) and Junior Pharmacist (G-II) posts. Interested aspirants must ensure they meet the prescribed educational qualifications, age limits and other conditions before applying online through the official portal jkssb.nic.in.

Overview of JKSSB Recruitment 2026

The 2026 recruitment drive by JKSSB offers a total of 239 vacancies across various health-related positions, including posts for Staff Nurse and Junior Pharmacist. Candidates can submit their application forms from 24 February 2026 to 25 March 2026, subject to eligibility.

Educational Qualification Requirements

Staff Nurse (G-II)

Aspiring candidates for the Staff Nurse (G-II) post must have:

• A B.Sc Nursing or equivalent diploma in Nursing from a recognised nursing council/institution; and
• Registration as a Registered Nurse and Midwife (RN & RM) with the Jammu & Kashmir Nursing Council or relevant authority.

Junior Pharmacist (G-II)

For the Junior Pharmacist (G-II) post, the eligibility criteria typically include:

• A D.Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy) or B.Pharm degree from a recognised institute; and
• Registration with the appropriate pharmacy council if prescribed by notification.

Candidates should refer to the official PDF notification for exact qualification details as per category and post specifications.

JKSSB Age Limits and Domicile Requirements

Candidates applying for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the age criteria and domicile rules applicable to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.

Domicile: Applicants must be domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir as per government norms.

• Age: Minimum and maximum age limits vary by post and category. Exact age criteria are detailed in the official notification available on the JKSSB website.

Age relaxations for reserved categories are applicable as per government provisions.

JKSSB Selection Process

Selection for JKSSB health department posts generally involves:

1. Written (OMR-based) Examination – Objective type questions
2. Document Verification – To confirm eligibility post written test

Successful candidates will be called for subsequent stages based on written exam performance and merit.

JKSSB How to Apply

Eligible candidates must apply online through the official JKSSB portal (jkssb.nic.in) within the application window. Applicants should carefully review the notification to ensure they meet all eligibility conditions and submit the correct documents.