JKSSB Invites Applications for 239 Health Department Positions in Jammu and Kashmir
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially released Advertisement Notification No. 01 of 2026, marking a significant recruitment drive for the Union Territory. This notification invites online applications for 239 UT cadre posts specifically within the Health and Medical Education (HME) Department, addressing critical staffing needs across the region.
Notification Details and Vacancy Information
The recruitment notification has been issued following formal indents received from the HME Department for direct recruitment positions distributed throughout Jammu and Kashmir. While the current advertisement lists 239 vacancies, the JKSSB has clarified that final numbers may undergo revisions during the selection process. Furthermore, the board has indicated that these advertisements remain subject to outcomes from any pending writ petitions or original applications currently under consideration in competent courts.
Eligible candidates who satisfy the specified conditions regarding domicile status, age limitations, and necessary educational qualifications can submit their applications exclusively through the official JKSSB portal. All appointments will be conducted in strict conformity with existing rules and regulations established by the Government of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Important Dates and Application Timeline
Prospective applicants must adhere strictly to the published schedule, as applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered under any circumstances. The key dates for this recruitment cycle are:
- Notification issued: January 23, 2026
- Online application commencement: February 24, 2026
- Last date for online applications: March 25, 2026
- Cut-off date for age and eligibility determination: January 1, 2026
Eligibility Criteria and Requirements
Applicants must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and possess a valid domicile certificate issued by competent authorities before the application deadline. The maximum age limit for Open Merit category candidates is 40 years, while candidates belonging to reserved categories are eligible for age relaxations as detailed in the official notification. Age eligibility will be calculated as of January 1, 2026.
Educational qualifications for each specific post have been comprehensively detailed in Annexure-A of the notification. Candidates must possess the required qualifications on or before the established cut-off date. Those claiming equivalent qualifications will need to produce valid equivalence certificates during the document verification stage of the selection process.
Application Fee and Examination Structure
The application fee has been fixed at Rs 600 for general category candidates and Rs 500 for candidates belonging to SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD categories. Payment can be made exclusively through online modes including net banking, credit cards, or debit cards. The examination will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions set in English, with negative marking applicable for incorrect responses.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official JKSSB website
- Navigate to the recruitment section and locate Advertisement Notification No. 01 of 2026
- Download and thoroughly review the official notification before proceeding
- Complete the registration process and fill the online application form with accurate personal and educational details
- Pay the prescribed application fee and submit the completed form before the March 25, 2026 deadline
Candidates are strongly advised to verify all information directly from the official JKSSB notification and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before submitting their applications for these prestigious Health and Medical Education Department positions.
