Job LocationUnion Territory of Jammu & KashmirUT/Divisional/District cadres
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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
Event
Date
Status
Notification Released
01 September 2026
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Application Start Date
14 October 2026
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Application Last Date
12 November 2026
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Event
Date
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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.
Cadre
No. of Posts
UT Cadre
105
Divisional Cadre – Jammu
1093
Divisional Cadre – Kashmir
897
District Cadre (all 20 districts combined)
768
Grand Total
2863
S. No.
District
No. of Posts
1
Anantnag
59
2
Bandipora
20
3
Baramulla
75
4
Budgam
47
5
Doda
46
6
Ganderbal
46
7
Jammu
65
8
Kathua
50
9
Kishtwar
25
10
Kulgam
23
11
Kupwara
24
12
Poonch
49
13
Pulwama
45
14
Rajouri
28
15
Ramban
9
16
Reasi
34
17
Samba
14
18
Shopian
10
19
Srinagar
53
20
Udhampur
46
Total (District Cadre)
768
Category
No. 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 Total
2863
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 Name
Minimum Qualification
Maximum Qualification
Class-IV (MTS)
Matriculation
10+2
Sanitation Worker
8th Pass
10+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
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
Category
Fee
Category
Fee
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
Written examination will consist of Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions set in English only
Negative marking applies: one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer
Total marks are distributed between the written test and additional weightage points, and the split differs by cadre as shown below
Criteria UT Cadre Divisional Cadre District Cadre
Written Test 85 80 75
Candidate of Home Division/District (Domicile-based) – 5 10
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.
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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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