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JKSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 2863 MTS, Sanitation Worker Posts

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)

Latest Jobs Active Advt. No. 09 of 2026, dated 01.09.2026 Posted Updated
Last date to apply 26 days left 12 November 2026
Total Vacancies 2,863
Last Date 12 November 2026
Qualification 8th Pass / 10th Pass / 12th Pass / B.Ed
Salary ₹14,800 – ₹47,100,
Job Location Union Territory of Jammu & KashmirUT/Divisional/District cadres

Overview

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has published a recruitment notification for JKSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 2863 MTS, Sanitation Worker Posts (Advt. No. 09 of 2026, dated 01.09.2026). This recruitment covers 2,863 posts.

Applications run from 14 October 2026 to 12 November 2026.

Organisation
Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
Advertisement No.
09 of 2026, dated 01.09.2026
Total Vacancies
2,863
Job Location
Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir (UT/Divisional/District cadres)
Job Category
State Government Jobs

Important Dates

EventDateStatus
Notification Released01 September 2026✓ Done
Application Start Date14 October 2026✓ Done
Application Last Date12 November 2026Next
EventDate–

Vacancy Details

JKSSB has advertised a total of 2863 posts under this notification, comprising Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts distributed across UT Cadre, Divisional Cadre, and District Cadre. The official notification also lists the vacancies notified may increase or decrease before the selection process concludes.

CadreNo. of Posts
UT Cadre105
Divisional Cadre – Jammu1093
Divisional Cadre – Kashmir897
District Cadre (all 20 districts combined)768
Grand Total2863
S. No.DistrictNo. of Posts
1Anantnag59
2Bandipora20
3Baramulla75
4Budgam47
5Doda46
6Ganderbal46
7Jammu65
8Kathua50
9Kishtwar25
10Kulgam23
11Kupwara24
12Poonch49
13Pulwama45
14Rajouri28
15Ramban9
16Reasi34
17Samba14
18Shopian10
19Srinagar53
20Udhampur46
Total (District Cadre)768
CategoryNo. of Posts
Open Merit (OM)1178
Scheduled Castes (SC)246
Scheduled Tribes (ST-1)293
Scheduled Tribes (ST-2)286
Other Backward Classes (OBC)221
ALC/IB (Residents near Line of Actual Control/International Border)115
Residents of Backward Areas (RBA)271
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)253
Grand Total2863

Department-wise and item-number-wise post distribution (e.g. Public Works R&B, Animal/Sheep Husbandry, Agriculture Production and others) is given in Annexure-A of the official notification, which candidates should refer to for the exact item number relevant to their preferred cadre and department.

Candidates applying for JKSSB Class-IV (MTS) & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the domicile, qualification, and age conditions below, all assessed as on the cut-off date of 03.11.2026 (or 01.01.2026 for age).

  • Candidates must be Domicile holders of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir with a valid Domicile Certificate issued on or before the cut-off date.
  • Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification for the post/cadre applied for, verified at the Document Verification stage.
Post NameMinimum QualificationMaximum Qualification
Class-IV (MTS)Matriculation10+2
Sanitation Worker8th Pass10+2

Candidates possessing qualification other than what is prescribed will not be eligible, and their candidature is liable to be summarily rejected at any stage of the selection process.

Selected candidates for both Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts will be placed in Pay Level SL1, carrying a pay scale of ₹14,800 – ₹47,100, as per Annexure-D of the notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

  • The age of candidates is reckoned as on 01.01.2026.
  • 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 (PwBD) 42 01.01.1984 01.01.2008
  • Ex-Servicemen may deduct their period of Armed Forces service from actual age; if the resultant age doesn't exceed the post's maximum limit by more than 3 years, they are deemed to satisfy the age condition.
  • An additional 5-year relaxation in upper age limit is available to candidates claiming the casual-worker additional weightage benefit under the J&K Appointment to Class IV (Special Recruitment) Rules, 2020.
  • Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.

Application Fee

CategoryFee
CategoryFee
General/OM/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB₹600
SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD₹500

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates for both Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts will be placed in Pay Level SL1, carrying a pay scale of ₹14,800 – ₹47,100, as per Annexure-D of the notification.

Selection Process

  1. Written examination will consist of Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions set in English only
  2. Negative marking applies: one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer
  3. Total marks are distributed between the written test and additional weightage points, and the split differs by cadre as shown below
  4. Criteria UT Cadre Divisional Cadre District Cadre
  5. Written Test 85 80 75
  6. Candidate of Home Division/District (Domicile-based) – 5 10
  7. No family member in Government service 5 5 5
  8. Widows/divorced/judicially separated women/orphan girls 5 5 5
  9. Casual worker engaged for 5+ years 5 5 5
  10. Total 100 100 100

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official JKSSB website at www.jkssb.nic.in once the application window opens on 05.10.2026.
  2. Register/login on the online application portal as instructed on the website.
  3. Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully in the online application form.
  4. Upload live photograph and signature as per the prescribed size (10 KB to 20 KB).
  5. Pay the application fee online through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
  6. Review all entries carefully before final submission, as no corrections are allowed after submission.
  7. Submit the form and save/print the application for future reference and Document Verification.
  8. JKSSB Class-IV Apply Online link will be activated on the official website from 14.10.2026 to 12.11.2026.

Verify before applying. This website is an information portal and is not affiliated with any government organisation. In case of any difference, the official notification is final.

JKSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 2863 MTS, Sanitation Worker Posts: Eligibility, dates and application steps

JKSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 2863 MTS, Sanitation Worker Posts. Check the recruitment notification for post-wise vacancies, qualifications, age rules and selection stages. Compare the application deadline with fee-payment and correction dates. Use the official application portal and retain your submission acknowledgement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026?

A total of 2863 posts have been advertised, comprising 105 UT Cadre posts, 1990 Divisional Cadre posts (Jammu and Kashmir combined), and 768 District Cadre posts across 20 districts.

What is JKSSB Class-IV (MTS) & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?

It is a recruitment drive by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board, under Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 dated 01.09.2026, to fill 2863 Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts across UT, Divisional, and District cadres in J&K.

What is the last date to apply for JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application form is 03.11.2026, which is also the cut-off date for age, qualification, and category certificates.

What is the qualification required for JKSSB Class-IV posts?

For Class-IV (MTS) posts, the minimum qualification is Matriculation and the maximum is 10+2. For Sanitation Worker posts, the minimum qualification is 8th Pass and the maximum is 10+2.

What is the age limit for JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026?

As on 01.01.2026, the maximum age limit is 40 years for Open Merit candidates, 43 years for SC/ST-1/ST-2/RBA/ALC-IB/EWS/OBC candidates, and 42 years for PwBD candidates, with additional relaxations for Ex-Servicemen and casual-worker weightage claimants.

What is the application fee for JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is ₹600 for General category candidates and ₹500 for SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, and PwBD category candidates, payable only through online mode.

How can I apply online for JKSSB Class-IV (MTS) & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online through the official JKSSB website (www.jkssb.nic.in) between 05.10.2026 and 03.11.2026 by filling the application form, uploading photograph/signature, and paying the fee online.

What is the selection process for JKSSB Class-IV Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on an Objective Type Written Test (with negative marking) combined with additional weightage marks, followed by Document Verification for shortlisted candidates.

What is the salary for JKSSB Class-IV (MTS) posts?

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level SL1, carrying a pay scale of ₹14,800 – ₹47,100.

Is domicile of Jammu & Kashmir mandatory for this recruitment?

Yes, candidates must be Domicile holders of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate on or before the cut-off date of 03.11.2026.

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