Welcome to Sarkari Naukri. The official notification for JKSSB Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 357 Draftsman & Works Supervisor Posts (PWD) has been announced. Below you will find comprehensive coverage of the eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy details, and direct official application channels.
What is JKSSB Recruitment 2026 about?
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 is a direct recruitment drive for 357 Divisional Cadre posts of Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor in the Public Works (R&B) Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government. Online applications open on 01.08.2026 and close on 30.08.2026. Selection is through a written/OMR objective-type examination, open only to domiciles of Jammu and Kashmir.
Quick Highlights
- Organization: Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
- Post Name: Draftsman (Civil), Works Supervisor
- Total Vacancies: 357
- Apply Mode: Online
- Start Date: 01.08.2026
- Last Date: 30.08.2026
- Qualification: Draftsman Training Certificate/Diploma (Draftsman Civil); Matriculation with ITI Certificate (Works Supervisor)
- Age Limit: Maximum 40 years (OM), up to 43 years for reserved categories, as on 01.01.2026
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF and Official Website
The direct notification PDF link was not confirmed in the source material provided. Candidates should check the official JKSSB website below for the notification and updates.
- Official Notification PDF: Download Here
- Official Website: Check Here
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement/Notification Number | 06 of 2026, dated 06.07.2026 |
| Post Name | Draftsman (Civil), Works Supervisor |
| Total Vacancies | 357 |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 01.08.2026 |
| Last Date | 30.08.2026 |
| Official Website | www.jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 06.07.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 01.08.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 30.08.2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | Not Announced Yet |
| Correction Window | Not Announced Yet |
| Exam Date | Not Announced Yet |
| Admit Card Release Date | Not Announced Yet |
| Result Date | Not Announced Yet |
JKSSB has stated that the date and venue of the examination will be notified separately on the official website. Candidates are advised to check www.jkssb.nic.in regularly for updates.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The 357 vacancies are distributed across four items covering two posts in the Jammu and Kashmir Divisions, under the Public Works (R&B) Department.
| Item No. | Post Name | Division | Pay Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93 | Draftsman (Civil) | Jammu | Level-4 (25500-81100) | 48 |
| 94 | Draftsman (Civil) | Kashmir | Level-4 (25500-81100) | 49 |
| 95 | Works Supervisor | Jammu | SL-2 (15900-50400) | 194 |
| 96 | Works Supervisor | Kashmir | SL-2 (15900-50400) | 66 |
| Total | – | – | – | 357 |
Category-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Item No. | OM | SC | ST-1 | ST-2 | OBC | ALC/IB | RBA | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93 (Draftsman – Jammu) | 19 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 48 |
| 94 (Draftsman – Kashmir) | 19 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 49 |
| 95 (Works Supervisor – Jammu) | 78 | 16 | 20 | 19 | 16 | 7 | 19 | 19 | 194 |
| 96 (Works Supervisor – Kashmir) | 27 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 66 |
| Total | 143 | 29 | 37 | 36 | 29 | 14 | 35 | 34 | 357 |
OM refers to Open Merit, SC to Scheduled Castes, ST-1/ST-2 to Scheduled Tribes, RBA to Residents of Backward Areas, EWS to Economically Weaker Sections, OBC to Other Backward Classes, and ALC/IB to Residents of areas adjoining the Line of Actual Control/International Border. The actual number of posts may increase or decrease during the selection process, and the notification is subject to the outcome of any pending court proceedings.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Domicile
Candidates must be Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format, valid on or before the cut-off date of 30.08.2026.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Draftsman (Civil) | Two-Year Draftsman Training Course Certificate/Diploma from any Government recognized institute |
| Works Supervisor | Matriculation Examination pass or its equivalent, along with an ITI Certificate in Building Construction or Carpentry Trade issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Technical Education (JKBOTE) or the Director General of Training, Government of India |
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must produce original certificates proving their qualification was obtained strictly on or before the cut-off date.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on 01.01.2026 for all categories.
| Category | Maximum Age (Years) | Not Born Before | Not Born After |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 | 01.01.1986 | 01.01.2008 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ST-1 | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ST-2 | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| RBA | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ALC/IB | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| EWS | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| OBC | 43 | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| Physically Challenged (PwBD) | 42 | 01.01.1984 | 01.01.2008 |
Age Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen
Every Ex-Servicemen who has served in the Armed Forces is allowed to deduct the period of such service from their actual age. If the resultant age does not exceed the maximum age limit prescribed for the post by more than 3 years, the candidate is deemed to satisfy the age condition. No candidate under any category should be born after 01.01.2008.
JKSSB Draftsman and Works Supervisor Salary / Pay Scale
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Draftsman (Civil) | Level-4 | 25,500 – 81,100 |
| Works Supervisor | SL-2 | 15,900 – 50,400 |
Appointment and other service conditions of selected candidates will be governed as per the extant rules and regulations of the Government of the UT of Jammu and Kashmir.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| OM / OBC / ALC-IB / RBA | Rs. 600 |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | Rs. 500 |
Fee can be paid only through online mode, that is, Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances, nor adjusted against any other examination or selection.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection for both Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor posts will be made purely on the basis of merit obtained in a written/OMR examination.
- The examination will consist of Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions set in English language only.
- There will be negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to each wrong answer.
- The syllabus for the posts will be notified separately on the official JKSSB website.
- Candidature at the examination stage is provisional; ineligible candidates identified later will not proceed to subsequent stages.
- Shortlisted candidates will then undergo Document Verification (DV) with original certificates.
Documents Required for JKSSB Document Verification
- Printout of the online application form
- Original Domicile Certificate valid as on the cut-off date
- Original educational/technical qualification certificates
- Category/Reservation Certificate in the prescribed format, wherever applicable
- Birth Certificate or equivalent proof of date of birth
- Bonafide Certificate (for candidates who obtained degrees from universities outside J&K, other than Central Universities)
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate in Form-XIV, where applicable
- Two recent passport-size colour photographs (not older than six months)
- Valid original Photo ID proof such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN Card, or Passport
How to Apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 in online mode only, between 01.08.2026 and 30.08.2026. The detailed instructions and the online application portal link will be made available separately on the official JKSSB website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
- In-service candidates must submit a printout of the filled online application, along with the certificate at the end of the application form, duly signed and forwarded through their Head of Department, to the Office of the Secretary, JKSSB, before the last date of Document Verification.
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Only one online application is allowed per candidate for the same item number; duplicate applications will lead to cancellation and debarment.
- Candidates must write their name, date of birth, father’s name, and mother’s name exactly as recorded in the Matriculation Certificate.
- No request for change or correction in the application form will be entertained once submitted.
- Candidates should submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
- Applications with blurred or illegible photographs/signatures will be rejected summarily.
- Candidates must carry two recent passport-size colour photographs and an original photo ID proof to the examination venue.
- Use of mobile phones, smart watches, smart glasses, AI-enabled devices, or any electronic/communication device is strictly prohibited in the examination hall.
- PwBD candidates may avail the facility of a scribe and/or compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour, subject to submission of the prescribed certificates (Annexure-B and Annexure-C).
- No TA/DA will be paid for participation in the written test or document verification.
JKSSB Draftsman, Works Supervisor Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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