The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 06 of 2026 dated 06 July 2026 inviting online applications for 357 Divisional Cadre posts of Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor under the Public Works (R&B) Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir. The vacancies are split across both divisions – 97 Draftsman (Civil) posts (48 Jammu Division + 49 Kashmir Division) and 260 Works Supervisor posts (194 Jammu Division + 66 Kashmir Division). Only Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir holding a valid Domicile Certificate are eligible to apply. Draftsman (Civil) posts require a Two-Year Draftsman Training Course Certificate or Diploma from a Government-recognised institute; Works Supervisor posts require Matriculation pass plus an ITI Certificate in Building Construction or Carpentry Trade from JKBOTE or the Directorate General of Training, Government of India. The online application window is open from 1 August 2026 to 30 August 2026 at jkssb.nic.in. Age is reckoned as on 01 January 2026. The pay scale is Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) for Draftsman (Civil) and SL-2 (Rs. 15,900 – 50,400) for Works Supervisor. Selection is based purely on merit in a written/OMR objective-type examination conducted in English only, with negative marking of one-fourth mark per wrong answer.
Important Note: Five points from the official notification that directly affect your eligibility or exam outcome. First, J&K Domicile is a hard requirement – only candidates holding a valid Domicile Certificate of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format on or before the cut-off date of 30 August 2026, are eligible; no other candidates can apply regardless of qualification. Second, age is reckoned as on 01 January 2026 – not the application last date – this is an important distinction; calculate your age as on 1 January 2026 when checking eligibility. Third, the Works Supervisor post may require a Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET) – candidates applying for Works Supervisor must check the detailed notification at jkssb.nic.in for the prescribed physical standards before applying. Fourth, the ITI Certificate for Works Supervisor must be specifically in Building Construction or Carpentry Trade – ITI certificates in other trades are not accepted. Fifth, no correction or change is permitted in the application once submitted – candidates must double-check all entries including name, date of birth, father’s name, and mother’s name (must match Matriculation Certificate exactly) before final submission.
Overview – JKSSB Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 06 of 2026)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 06 of 2026, dated 06.07.2026 |
| Post Names | Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor |
| Department | Public Works (R&B) Department, Govt. of J&K |
| Post Type | Divisional Cadre |
| Total Vacancies | 357 |
| Domicile Requirement | Domicile of UT of Jammu and Kashmir (mandatory) |
| Application Mode | Online only at jkssb.nic.in |
| Application Start Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 30 August 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Written/OMR – Objective type (MCQ) in English |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks per wrong answer |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 06 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 30 August 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified separately on jkssb.nic.in |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified separately on jkssb.nic.in |
| Result Date | To be notified on jkssb.nic.in |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) / OBC / ALC-IB / RBA | Rs. 600/- |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | Rs. 500/- |
Payment mode: Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card – online only. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be adjusted against any other examination or selection.
Vacancy Details – Post-wise and Division-wise
| Item No. | Post Name | Division | Pay Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93 | Draftsman (Civil) | Jammu | Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) | 48 |
| 94 | Draftsman (Civil) | Kashmir | Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) | 49 |
| 95 | Works Supervisor | Jammu | SL-2 (Rs. 15,900 – 50,400) | 194 |
| 96 | Works Supervisor | Kashmir | SL-2 (Rs. 15,900 – 50,400) | 66 |
| Total | 357 |
Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Item No. | Post – Division | 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 |
Key: OM – Open Merit; SC – Scheduled Caste; ST-1/ST-2 – Scheduled Tribes; OBC – Other Backward Classes; ALC/IB – Residents of Areas Adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border; RBA – Residents of Backward Areas; EWS – Economically Weaker Sections.
Note: The actual number of posts may increase or decrease during the selection process. The notification is subject to the outcome of any pending court proceedings.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Draftsman (Civil) | Level-4 | Rs. 25,500 – 81,100 |
| Works Supervisor | SL-2 | Rs. 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 Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age | Not Born Before | Not Born After |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 years | 01.01.1986 | 01.01.2008 |
| SC | 43 years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ST-1 | 43 years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ST-2 | 43 years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| RBA | 43 years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ALC/IB | 43 years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| EWS | 43 years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| OBC | 43 years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| PwBD | 42 years | 01.01.1984 | 01.01.2008 |
No candidate under any category should be born after 01.01.2008.
Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen: The period of service in the Armed Forces is deducted from the actual age. If the resultant age does not exceed the prescribed maximum age limit by more than 3 years, the candidate is deemed to satisfy the age condition.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Draftsman (Civil) | Two-Year Draftsman Training Course Certificate or Diploma from any Government-recognised institute |
| Works Supervisor | (i) Matriculation Examination pass or equivalent AND (ii) ITI Certificate in Building Construction or Carpentry Trade issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Technical Education (JKBOTE) or the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Government of India |
Critical note for Works Supervisor: The ITI certificate must be specifically in Building Construction trade or Carpentry trade only – ITI certificates in other trades do not qualify. The issuing authority must be JKBOTE or DGT, 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.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 – Written/OMR Examination | Objective type (MCQ) in English only; selection based purely on merit in this examination |
| Stage 2 – Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates verified with original certificates |
| Physical Standards (Works Supervisor) | PST and PET may apply – refer to official notification at jkssb.nic.in for prescribed physical standards |
Exam pattern:
- Question type: Objective type MCQ in English only
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks (one-fourth) deducted for every wrong answer
- Syllabus: To be notified separately on the official JKSSB website at jkssb.nic.in
- Candidature at the examination stage is provisional – ineligible candidates identified later will not proceed to Document Verification
Important: 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.
Required Documents for Document Verification
- Printout of the online application form
- Original valid Domicile Certificate of UT of Jammu and Kashmir (issued on or before 30.08.2026)
- Original educational/technical qualification certificates (Draftsman Training Certificate/Diploma or Matriculation + ITI certificate as applicable)
- Category/Reservation Certificate in the prescribed format (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB/EWS/PwBD)
- Birth Certificate or equivalent (10th Matriculation Certificate)
- Bonafide Certificate (for candidates who obtained degrees/certificates from institutions outside J&K, other than Central Universities)
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate in Form-XIV (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size colour photographs (not older than six months)
- Valid original Photo ID proof – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN Card, or Passport
How to Apply for JKSSB Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 06 of 2026)
- Visit the official JKSSB website: jkssb.nic.in
- Click the online application portal link active on the homepage for Advertisement No. 06 of 2026.
- Complete profile registration if applying for the first time to get your login credentials.
- Log in and select Advertisement Notification No. 06 of 2026 from the dashboard.
- Fill in your full name, date of birth, father’s name, and mother’s name exactly as recorded in your Matriculation Certificate – any mismatch may lead to rejection.
- Fill in your educational and technical qualification details – Draftsman Training Certificate/Diploma or Matriculation + ITI certificate as applicable.
- Upload your scanned photograph and signature within the prescribed size guidelines.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 600 (OM/OBC/ALC-IB/RBA) or Rs. 500 (SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD) through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
- Verify all details in the preview carefully before final submission. No correction is permitted after submission.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form and retain it safely.
Important Instructions
- Only one online application is allowed per candidate per item number. Duplicate applications will lead to cancellation and debarment.
- Name, date of birth, father’s name, and mother’s name must match the Matriculation Certificate exactly.
- No request for change or correction will be entertained after application submission.
- Applications with blurred or illegible photographs or signatures will be summarily rejected.
- Carry two recent passport-size colour photographs and an original photo ID proof to the examination venue.
- Mobile phones, smart watches, smart glasses, AI-enabled devices, and any electronic/communication device are 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 prescribed certificates (Annexure-B and Annexure-C as per the official notification).
- No TA/DA will be paid for participation in the written test or Document Verification.
- The exam date, venue, admit card, and syllabus details will all be published separately on jkssb.nic.in – candidates must check the website regularly.
- The total number of vacancies (357) may increase or decrease and is subject to the outcome of any pending court proceedings.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Advt No. 06 of 2026) | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| JKSSB Official Website | Click Here |
JKSSB Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 06 of 2026) – FAQs
Q1. What is JKSSB Advertisement No. 06 of 2026?
✅ It is a recruitment notification dated 06 July 2026 by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) for 357 Divisional Cadre posts of Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor under the Public Works (R&B) Department, Government of J&K, across the Jammu and Kashmir Divisions.
Q2. How many vacancies are available and how are they split?
✅ 357 total vacancies – 97 Draftsman (Civil) posts (48 Jammu + 49 Kashmir) and 260 Works Supervisor posts (194 Jammu + 66 Kashmir). The post-wise and division-wise breakdown is given in Item Nos. 93, 94, 95, and 96 of the official notification.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 30 August 2026. Online applications are open from 1 August 2026 through the JKSSB online portal at jkssb.nic.in.
Q4. Is J&K Domicile mandatory for this recruitment?
✅ Yes, absolutely mandatory. Only candidates who are Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and hold a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority on or before 30 August 2026 can apply. No other candidates are eligible.
Q5. As on which date is the age calculated?
✅ Age is reckoned as on 01 January 2026 – not the application closing date. Maximum age is 40 years for Open Merit candidates and 43 years for most reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB/EWS). PwBD candidates get a maximum of 42 years. No candidate should be born after 01.01.2008.
Q6. What ITI trade is required for Works Supervisor?
✅ The ITI Certificate must be specifically in Building Construction trade or Carpentry trade only, issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Technical Education (JKBOTE) or the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Government of India. ITI certificates in other trades are not accepted.
Q7. What is the application fee?
✅ Rs. 600 for Open Merit, OBC, ALC-IB, and RBA candidates. Rs. 500 for SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, and PwBD candidates. Payment is online only through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card. Fee is non-refundable.
Q8. What is the salary for Draftsman (Civil) and Works Supervisor?
✅ Draftsman (Civil): Level-4, Rs. 25,500 – 81,100. Works Supervisor: SL-2, Rs. 15,900 – 50,400. Service conditions are as per J&K UT Government rules.
Q9. What is the selection process?
✅ Selection is based purely on merit in a written/OMR objective-type examination conducted in English only, with negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Shortlisted candidates then undergo Document Verification with original certificates. The exam date will be announced separately on jkssb.nic.in. Works Supervisor candidates may also be subject to PST/PET.
Q10. Can I edit my application after submission?
✅ No. Once submitted, no correction or change is permitted in the application form under any circumstances. Verify all entries including name, date of birth, and parent names (must match Matriculation Certificate) before final submission.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from JKSSB Advertisement Notification No. 06 of 2026 (dated 06.07.2026) published by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board at jkssb.nic.in, and verified from multiple independent sources consistent with the official notification as of 2 August 2026. All details – vacancy figures (357 posts; Item Nos. 93-96), category-wise breakdown, pay scales (Level-4: Rs. 25,500-81,100 for Draftsman Civil; SL-2: Rs. 15,900-50,400 for Works Supervisor), application fee (Rs. 600/Rs. 500), age limit (as on 01.01.2026), qualification requirements (Two-Year Draftsman Training Course/Diploma; Matriculation + ITI in Building Construction or Carpentry from JKBOTE/DGT), domicile requirement (J&K UT only), and examination mode (OMR/objective, English only, 0.25 negative marking) – are as stated in the official notification. Exam dates, syllabus, and admit card details are yet to be announced by JKSSB. Candidates are advised to download the official notification PDF from jkssb.nic.in before applying, and to monitor the website regularly for all subsequent updates.
