JKSSB JE Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 127 Junior Engineer Posts

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released 127 Junior Engineer (Mechanical) posts in Public Works (R&B) Department. JKSSB Recruitment 2026 is inviting online applications from eligible domicile of Jammu and Kashmir having diploma/degree in Mechanical Engineering. The Application period will be open from November 16, 2026 to December 15, 2026. The JKSSB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 is an ideal chance for candidates who have technical knowledge to get a stable job in the government. The recruitment authority will be recruiting candidates on the basis of an objective written examination and document verification. You can check the category-wise vacancy, age limits, application fee and documents for each post here before applying for the job. The aforementioned engineering government job in India comes with a pay level of level-6 and a pay scale of Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 1,12,400/- per month.

Understanding the Selection Agency and Indenting Department

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has announced notification for JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026 for government department of Jammu and Kashmir. As per Union Territoryrules, JKSSB will take care of reservation, eligibility and document verification. JKSSB conducts written tests and direct recruitment along with the recruitment of Junior Engineers (JE) in Public Works (R&B) Department. Government Jobs for Engineers in India are open to all eligible candidates at JKSSB portal.

Upper Age Boundaries by Category for JKSSB JE Recruitment 2026

• Cut-off Date: January 1, 2026
• Open Merit: Up to 40 years, born between January 1, 1986 and January 1, 2008
• SC, ST-1, ST-2 and RBA: Up to 43 years, born not before January 1, 1983
• ALC/IB, EWS and OBC: Up to 43 years, born not before January 1, 1983
• PwBD: Up to 42 years, born not before January 1, 1984

Age Relaxation

• Reserved Categories: 3 years
• PwBD Candidates: 2 years
• Ex-Servicemen: Service period deducted; age may exceed the limit by up to 3 years.
• Birth Date: Candidates must be born on or before January 1, 2008.

Post and Vacancy Details for JKSSB JE Recruitment 2026

Academic and Domicile Conditions for Applicants

Schedule of Application and Examination

• Notice Dated: October 21, 2026
• Application Starts: November 16, 2026
• Last Date to Apply: December 15, 2026
• Application Mode: Online only

Pay Level and Service Terms

• Pay Level: Level 6
• Pay Scale: Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 1,12,400/-
• Cadre: Union Territory cadre

Fee Structure for Online Payment

• All Other Candidates: Rs. 600/-
• SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD: Rs. 500/-
• Payment Mode: Net banking, credit card or debit card
• Refund: Not refundable or adjustable against any other examination

Selection Phases for JKSSB JE Recruitment 2026

• The exam will be of objective type multiple choice questions in English only, conducted in the board.
• The date, place of examination and centres shall be notified in the official website of the board.
• Negative marking will be applied to every incorrect response, which will be a ¼ mark of the total marks allocated to the question.
• Final selection will only be based on the merit secured in written/OMR test.
• The candidates who have been shortlisted will be asked to appear with self-attested copies and originals for verification of documents and in case the candidates fail to appear the candidates will not be considered.
• Raising of Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates will be done as mentioned in the notification by the indenting department and merit and preference will be given for their allotment.
• Selected candidates will receive appointments under the Union Territory administration’s service rules for Government Jobs in Jammu and Kashmir.

Recommended Books for Mechanical Engineering Preparation

JKSSB JE Mechanical Exam Pattern 2026

Important Points

• Question Pattern: Objective type multiple choice questions will be asked in the exam.
• Testing Language: The test will be conducted in the English language.
• Deductions: A deduction of one-quarter mark will be made for each incorrect answer.
• Syllabus and Exam Pattern: The JKSSB will release the syllabus and scheme of examination in due course.
• Up-to-date: Please keep an eye on the official website to know the date of the exam, test centre and other details.

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Advantages of Practising Previous Question Papers

• Speed Building: Solving technical questions at speed improves the rate of answering technical questions.
• Negative Marking Control: Practice minimises guesswork and it’s worth noticing that one fourth mark is subtracted if you guess wrong.
• Poor topic detection: The topics that require more revision can be known from mistake analysis.
• Mock Test Pattern: JKSSB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 aspirants can combine their earlier papers along with practice mock tests.

Certificates and Papers to Arrange in Advance

• Domicile Certificate: Must be valid on or before December 15, 2026 and in the required format
• Matriculation Certificate: Proof of name, date of birth and parent’s names.
• Qualification Certificates: AMIE, diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Bonafide Certificate: For all degrees acquired from outside Jammu Kashmir universities (excluding Central universities).
• Category Certificate: Upload a valid certificate by the cut-off date with your application.
• Ex-Servicemen Papers: Form XIV certificate and an Affidavit before a First Class Judicial Magistrate
• Photographs and ID: Two recent colour photographs and an original photo ID
• Travel Cost: There is no TA or DA for written test or document verification.

Stepwise Guide to Submit Your Form for JKSSB JE Recruitment 2026

• Go to the official website of JKSSB at www.jkssb.nic.in
• Click on home page, “Advertisements” section.
• Click on the advertisement titled as “10 of 2026 — (21/10/2026)” for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) in the Public Works (R and B) Department.
• Carefully read the complete notification, domicile rules, qualification and age limit before applying.
• Fill out fresh enrollment with own valid mobile number and e-mail ID.
• Log in and click on Item Number 265, note that Applicants of JKSSB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 can only apply for the same item number.
• Fill in your name, date of birth, fathers name, mothers name as per your Matriculation certificate.
• Upload your photograph and signature, which will be displayed in your live event, within the 10KB to 20KB size limit.
• Upload self-certified category certificate and qualification certificates (not more than 200Kb each) in pdf format.
• Go through all the fields and pay the fee online using net banking, credit/ debit card.
• Complete the form and record the Application Number and keep one copy for verification of documents.

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