JKSSB PWD Recruitment 2026 : The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 06 of 2026 for Divisional Cadre posts belonging to the Public Works (R&B) Department, Jammu & Kashmir. A total of 357 vacancies have been announced for the posts of Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website jkssb.nic.in from 1st August to 30th August 2026.
JKSSB PWD (R&B) Notification 2026: Overview
The JKSSB PWD (R&B) Divisional Cadre Notification 2026 is out for 357 vacancies. All the important details related to the notification are mentioned below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Indenting Department | Public Works (R&B) Department |
| Advertisement Notification No. | 06 of 2026 |
| Notification Date | 6 July 2026 |
| Posts | Draftsman (Civil), Works Supervisor |
| Cadre | Divisional Cadre (Jammu & Kashmir) |
| Total Vacancies | 357 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 August 2026 |
| Domicile Requirement | Jammu & Kashmir Domicile Certificate mandatory |
| Selection Process | Written/OMR Examination & Document Verification |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
Download JKSSB PWD (R&B) Recruitment Notification 2026 PDF
JKSSB PWD (R&B) Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
The important dates related to the JKSSB PWD (R&B) Divisional Cadre Recruitment 2026 are as follows. Candidates can check all the important dates so that they do not miss any of them before the examination.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 6 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be Announced |
| Written/OMR Exam Date | To be Announced |
JKSSB PWD (R&B) Vacancy 2026
The Indenting Department (Public Works R&B Department) has requisitioned a total of 357 posts across two designations — Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor — spread over the Jammu and Kashmir Divisions. The category-wise and division-wise vacancy details are as follows:
| Post | Cadre | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Draftsman (Civil) | Div. Jammu | 48 |
| Draftsman (Civil) | Div. Kashmir | 49 |
| Works Supervisor | Div. Jammu | 194 |
| Works Supervisor | Div. Kashmir | 66 |
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JKSSB PWD (R&B) Pay Scale 2026
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Draftsman (Civil) | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) |
| Works Supervisor | SL-2 (₹15,900 – ₹50,400) |
JKSSB PWD (R&B) Eligibility Criteria 2026
The JKSSB PWD Eligibility Criteria includes all the details of domicile, age limit and educational qualifications. Candidates applying for the vacancy must ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria before applying, otherwise their application forms will be rejected.
Domicile Requirement
Candidates applying for the advertised posts must be Domicile(s) of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format on or before the cut-off date, i.e., 30 August 2026.
Age Limit
| Category | Max. Age Limit (Years) | Not Born Before | Not Born After |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 | 01.01.1986 | 01.01.2008 |
| 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 Person | 42 | 01.01.1984 | 01.01.2008 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period deductible; relaxed age not to exceed prescribed max. age limit by more than 3 years | — | Not born after 01.01.2008 |
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Draftsman (Civil) | Two years Draftsman Training Course Certificate/Diploma from any Government-recognized Institute |
| Works Supervisor | Matriculation Examination Pass or its equivalent from any recognized institute/university, along with an ITI Certificate in Building Construction or Carpentry Trade (issued by JKBOTE or Director General Trainings, Government of India) |
JKSSB PWD Selection Process 2026
The JKSSB PWD (R&B) Selection Process is based purely on merit obtained in the Written/OMR Examination, followed by Document Verification.
| Step | Stage | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Written/OMR Examination | Merit-based |
| Step 2 | Document Verification (DV) | Verification of qualification, domicile, category & age |
JKSSB PWD (R&B) Exam Pattern 2026
The JKSSB PWD Exam Pattern is important for candidates to understand the exam structure and marking scheme. The details of the scheme of examination are given below.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Type of Questions | Objective, Multiple Choice Questions |
| Language | English only |
| Negative Marking | One-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to each wrong answer |
| Syllabus | To be notified separately on the official website |
JKSSB PWD (R&B) Application Fee
To submit the application form, candidates need to pay the application fee. The application fee can be paid online through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card only.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB | ₹600 |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD | ₹500 |
Note: Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances, nor will it be adjusted against any other examination or selection.
How To Apply?
The application form is to be filled in online mode only. No other means or mode of application will be accepted. Candidates can follow the step-by-step process below.
- Go to the official website of JKSSB — jkssb.nic.in
- Complete the registration process on the Online Application Portal.
- Fill out the online application form carefully, indicating the specific item number(s)/post(s) for which you wish to apply.
- Upload live photograph, signature (10 KB – 20 KB), category certificate (max. 100 KB PDF), and qualification/experience certificates (self-attested, max. 100 KB PDF).
- Pay the application fee online through Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card.
- Review all details carefully before final submission, as no correction requests will be entertained after submission.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form to be produced at the time of Document Verification.
Note: Only one online application is allowed per item number. In-service candidates must submit a printout of the filled application along with a duly signed and stamped certificate through proper channel via their Head of Department.
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JKSSB PWD (R&B) Document Verification (DV)
- Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must appear with original documents along with self-attested photocopies of each document/certificate, including Birth Certificate, Domicile Certificate, Category Certificate, and Qualification Certificate — all valid on or before the cut-off date.
- No TA/DA will be paid for participation in the written test or Document Verification.
- Candidates must carry two recent passport-size colour photographs (not older than 6 months) and a valid original Photo-ID proof at the time of DV.
- Reserved category certificates must be submitted in the prescribed format; otherwise, the candidature will be considered under the Open Merit category.
JKSSB PWD (R&B) Facility for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
Candidates with Benchmark Disabilities who are otherwise eligible may avail the facility of a Scribe and/or compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination, subject to:
- Producing a Certificate from a competent Medical Board/Authority (Annexure-B) and an Undertaking (Annexure-C).
- Arranging their own Scribe, who must not be a candidate for the same examination, must be of a lower educational grade than the candidate, and must not be a relative or a student of the same institution/centre.
- Submitting all requisite documents to the Observer on the day of examination.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies have been released for the JKSSB PWD (R&B) Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 357 vacancies have been released for Divisional Cadre posts in the Public Works (R&B) Department.
Q2. What are the posts advertised under this JKSSB notification?
Ans: The posts advertised are Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor, across Jammu and Kashmir Divisions.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for the vacancy?
Ans: The last date to apply online is 30th August 2026.
Q4. When does the online application process start?
Ans: The online application process starts from 1st August 2026.
Q5. What is the educational qualification required for JKSSB PWD (R&B) posts?
Ans: Draftsman (Civil) requires a Two-year Draftsman Training Course Certificate/Diploma, while Works Supervisor requires Matriculation along with an ITI Certificate in Building Construction or Carpentry Trade.
Q6. Is domicile mandatory for JKSSB PWD (R&B) Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Yes, candidates must be Domicile(s) of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate on or before the cut-off date.
Q7. What is the selection process for JKSSB PWD (R&B) Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Selection is based on merit obtained in the Written/OMR Examination, followed by Document Verification.
Q8. What is the application fee for JKSSB PWD (R&B) Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The application fee is ₹600 for General/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD candidates.