JKSSB Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 127 Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Posts (UT Cadre)

Vacancies: 127 · Posts: 1 designation · Type: State Govt Department (UT of J&K) · Direct Recruitment (status not stated) · Mode: Online · Fee: ₹600 (General etc.) / ₹500 (SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, PwBD) · Apply: 16 November–15 December 2026 · Salary: Level-6 (₹35,400–1,12,400) · Selection: Written/OMR Exam only · Location: UT of Jammu & Kashmir (UT Cadre)

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has advertised 127 posts of Junior Engineer (Mechanical) in the Public Works (R&B) Department under direct recruitment. Selection is on the basis of merit obtained in the written/OMR examination only.

JKSSB, the recruiting body for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, has received an indent for these UT Cadre posts. Candidates must be domiciles of the UT of Jammu & Kashmir.

Online applications open on 16 November 2026 and close on 15 December 2026 at www.jkssb.nic.in. The cut-off for domicile, qualification and category certificates is the last date of submission of online applications.

⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.

• Qualification other than the prescribed Diploma/Degree/AMIE leads to summary rejection at any stage (see rejection rules).
• Reserved category certificate must be valid on the cut-off date and in the prescribed format, or the application is summarily rejected.
• No change or correction is allowed after the application is submitted and the application number is generated.
• Applications without the prescribed fee are summarily rejected; the fee once paid is not refunded.

📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.

• Official notice: Advertisement Notification No. 10 of 2026, dated 21 October 2026 — Download PDF
• Official application route: Online at www.jkssb.nic.in (portal instructions to be made available separately; fee online only)
• Official updates page: JKSSB Official Website
• Last checked: 21 October 2026, 10:46 PM IST

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Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)

• 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a Government-recognised institute, or Indian University Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or AMIE Section (A&B) India → Junior Engineer (Mechanical) – 127 posts
• Must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir with a valid Domicile Certificate issued on or before the cut-off date (last date of online application, 15 December 2026 unless extended).
• Age as on 1 January 2026: maximum 40 years for Open Merit; higher limits for reserved categories as printed (see age section).

Important Dates

Quick Overview – JKSSB Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026

• Organisation: Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
• Sector: State Government
• Recruitment / Exam Name: Junior Engineer (Mechanical) in Public Works (R&B) Department
• Notification / Advertisement No.: 10 of 2026
• Post(s): Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
• Total Vacancies: 127
• Job Location: UT Cadre, Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir
• Job Type / Nature: State Govt Department (UT of J&K) · Direct Recruitment (status not stated)
• Salary: Level-6 (₹35,400–1,12,400)
• Apply Between: 16 November 2026 to 15 December 2026
• Apply Online: JKSSB Official Portal (opens 16 November 2026)
• Notification PDF: Advertisement Notification No. 10 of 2026
• Official Portal: JKSSB Official Website

What Posts Are Available? – Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility

All 127 posts are for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) in the Public Works (R&B) Department, UT Cadre. Category-wise breakup is printed in Annexure-A. The actual number of posts may increase or decrease; the advertisement is also subject to the outcome of any pending court matter.

Category-wise Vacancies

Horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) shall apply to the extent as communicated by the Indenting Department or in accordance with the extant rules/regulations.

Who Is Eligible for JKSSB Junior Engineer (Mechanical) 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile

Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements

• Nationality: The notice does not state a nationality condition.
• Domicile / local condition: Candidates seeking to apply shall be the Domicile(s) of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority on the prescribed format on or before the cut-off date (last date of submission of online application forms, which unless otherwise extended shall be 15 December 2026).

Educational Qualification

As per the indent and clarifications from the Indenting Department, the prescribed qualification (shown in Annexure-A) is: 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a Government-recognised institute / Indian University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or AMIE Section (A&B) India.

Candidates declared qualified/shortlisted for Document Verification must produce relevant Certificates in original as proof of having acquired the prescribed educational qualification strictly on or before the cut-off date fixed for filling online application forms, failing which the candidature shall be cancelled. Any candidate having qualification other than as prescribed shall not be eligible and the candidature will be summarily rejected at any stage.

In case of candidates claiming equivalent educational qualification (where applicable/required), it shall be mandatory to produce relevant Equivalence Certificate or seek equivalence from the concerned competent authorities as and when required by the Board. Final decision regarding selection of such candidates will be taken by the Board in light of relevant rules.

• Qualification must be held by: on or before the cut-off date (last date of online application forms, 15 December 2026 unless extended).

What Is the Age Limit? (as on 01.01.2026)

Every Ex-Serviceman having served in the Armed Forces shall be allowed to deduct the period of such Service from his Actual Age and if the Resultant Age does not exceed the maximum age limit prescribed for the post by more than 3 years, he shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding Age Limit. The candidate should not be born after 01.01.2008.

Examples:

• ✅ A 39-year-old OM candidate born on 1 January 1987 — eligible (as on 01.01.2026).
• ❌ A 41-year-old OM candidate born on 1 January 1985 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).

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Reservation & PwBD Suitability

• Reservation: The Reservation for the posts under this Advertisement Notification shall be applicable as per the Category-wise break-up of vacancies as conveyed by the Indenting Department and/or in accordance with the provisions of the Jammu & Kashmir Reservation Act/Rules, as amended from time to time. A candidate seeking consideration under Reserved Categories must ensure that they possess a valid Category Certificate strictly as on the Cut Off Date and the same is required to be uploaded while submitting the online application. Applicants belonging to the reserved categories applying in formats other than the prescribed format shall in no case be entertained, and the application shall be summarily rejected. In case a claim for reservation is made based on Invalid/false/fake/fraudulent/forged certificate, they shall be debarred from the examination(s) conducted by the Board, besides penal action as deemed appropriate.
• PwBD: Horizontal Reservation for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) shall apply to the extent as communicated by the Indenting Department(s)/or, in accordance with the extant rules/regulations. The suitability/type of Disabilities/eligibility of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities for these posts under Horizontal Reservation shall be governed by the extant regulations or as conveyed by the Indenting Department(s). Horizontal Reservation for Ex-Servicemen candidates is applicable as per extant rules, for the posts which carry Pay of and up to the Level-6E (35900-113500). In terms of S.O. 361 of 2021 dated 20.10.2021, an Ex-Servicemen on joining any post after having availed Horizontal Reservation, cannot avail the benefit of Horizontal Reservation as Ex-Servicemen for any subsequent Employment. A candidate seeking to apply under ESM category shall be required to submit an affidavit duly sworn before a 1st Class Judicial Magistrate in this regard at the time of scrutiny of the documents. ESM candidates shall be required to produce a Certificate in form-XIV duly signed by the competent authority as provided in Rule 18 of Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Rules, 2005. In case a sufficient number of candidates belonging to the Ex-Servicemen are not available based on the general standard to fill all the vacancies reserved for them, candidates belonging to the category of Ex-Servicemen may be selected under the relaxed standard of selection to make up the deficiency in the reserved quota, subject to the condition that such relaxation will not affect the level of performance by such candidates.
• State-specific categories: OM, SC, ST-1, ST-2, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS, OBC, PwBD, ESM as printed in the notice and Annexure-A.

What Is the Salary? – Pay Scale & Benefits

The post is in Level-6 (35400-112400) as printed in Annexure-A. No further details on allowances, DA, HRA or in-hand pay are printed in the notification. Appointment and other service conditions shall be governed as per extant rules/regulations of the Government of UT of J&K.

No indicative estimate is provided because the notice does not print a fixed consolidated amount or full 7th CPC calculation details beyond the Level.

What Is the Application Fee?

Payment mode: Fee can be paid only through online mode, viz. Net Banking, Credit or Debit cards.

Refund: Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances, nor will it be adjusted against any other examination or selection. Applications received without the prescribed fee shall not be considered and summarily rejected. No representation against such rejection will be entertained. All the disputes related to refund of excess payment, if any, are subject to the relevant bank and J&K Services Selection Board. Candidates are advised to apply for refund of excess payment, if any, through official e-mail ssbjk-grievance.jk.gov.in only. No chargeback request shall be entertained.

How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)

1. Open the JKSSB Official Portal (opens 16 November 2026).
2. The necessary instructions regarding filling out online applications, including the details of the Online Portal in this regard, shall be made available on the Board’s Website separately. Candidates will be required to fill the application form in online mode only, and no other means/mode of application will be accepted.
3. Fill the online application form carefully and diligently. Review the application form carefully before submitting.
4. Upload a live photograph, signature (Size: 10 KB to 20 KB), category certificate (Max size: 200 KB in PDF format), qualifications/experience (if any) certificates (self-attested) (Max size: 200 KB in PDF format) as required for the respective post(s).
5. Pay the prescribed fee online (Net Banking, Credit or Debit cards).
6. Submit the application. Once submitted and an application number is generated, no claims for making changes in any entry/field shall be entertained at any later stage. Keep a copy of the submitted form and application number.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Submitting the application after the last date or waiting until the closing days when the website may face heavy load.
• Uploading a blurred or illegible photograph or signature (applications with such will be rejected summarily).
• Not ensuring the category or domicile certificate is valid strictly as on the cut-off date and in the prescribed format.
• Entering name, date of birth, father’s name or mother’s name differently from the Matriculation Certificate.
• Applying without the prescribed fee or expecting a refund of the fee.

What Can Get Your Application Rejected?

JKSSB भर्ती 2026 – 127 जूनियर इंजीनियर (मैकेनिकल) पदों के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें (UT कैडर)

जम्मू और कश्मीर सेवा चयन बोर्ड (JKSSB) ने पब्लिक वर्क्स (R&B) विभाग में जूनियर इंजीनियर (मैकेनिकल) के 127 पदों के लिए विज्ञापन जारी किया है। चयन केवल लिखित/OMR परीक्षा में प्राप्त मेरिट के आधार पर होगा।

आवेदक जम्मू और कश्मीर केंद्र शासित प्रदेश के अधिवासी होने चाहिए और वैध अधिवास प्रमाणपत्र रखना अनिवार्य है। ऑनलाइन आवेदन 16 नवंबर 2026 से 15 दिसंबर 2026 तक www.jkssb.nic.in पर स्वीकार किए जाएंगे।

आयु सीमा क्या है?
1 जनवरी 2026 की स्थिति में ओपन मेरिट के लिए अधिकतम 40 वर्ष। अन्य आरक्षित श्रेणियों के लिए छपी हुई उच्च सीमा लागू है।

योग्यता क्या है?
मैकेनिकल इंजीनियरिंग में 3 वर्षीय डिप्लोमा (सरकारी मान्यता प्राप्त संस्थान से) या भारतीय विश्वविद्यालय से डिग्री या AMIE सेक्शन (A&B) भारत।

आवेदन कैसे करें?
केवल ऑनलाइन मोड में। विस्तृत निर्देश बोर्ड की वेबसाइट पर अलग से उपलब्ध कराए जाएंगे।

आधिकारिक वेबसाइट: www.jkssb.nic.in

How Are Candidates Selected?

1. Written/OMR examination (objective type, multiple-choice questions set in English language only).
2. Document Verification for shortlisted candidates.

The selection for the post shall be made on the basis of merit obtained in the written/OMR examination only. No interview stage is mentioned in this notice.

There will be Negative Marking for each wrong answer to the extent of one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question.

The J&K Services Selection Board shall notify the date for examination and the Venue/Centre(s) of examination separately. The details shall be made available on the website of the Board, i.e. www.jkssb.nic.in. No representation/request for change in this regard shall be entertained, whatsoever be the reason.

The Syllabus for the posts shall be notified separately and shall be made available on the official website of JKSSB.

What Is the Exam Pattern?

The Examination will consist of objective-type, multiple-choice questions. The questions will be set in English Language only. Detailed pattern (number of questions, marks, duration) is not printed in the notice; the syllabus will be notified separately.

Negative marking: one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question for each wrong answer.

Where Is the Exam Held?

Exam date and centres will be notified separately on www.jkssb.nic.in. No centre list is printed in the notice.

The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?

This is a direct recruitment for 127 Junior Engineer (Mechanical) posts in the Public Works (R&B) Department on UT Cadre, with selection solely on the basis of written/OMR examination merit. The post carries Level-6 pay and requires J&K domicile.

Best fit: candidates holding the prescribed Mechanical Engineering Diploma, Degree or AMIE who are domiciles of the UT of Jammu & Kashmir and can clear the written examination.

Who should skip: candidates without J&K domicile, or those whose qualification does not match the exact prescribed wording, or those seeking an interview-based selection.

Practical tip: Ensure your domicile and category certificates are valid strictly as on the cut-off date and in the prescribed format before the application window opens on 16 November 2026, and upload them correctly, as no further opportunity to upload will be provided.

What makes this recruitment different: selection is on written/OMR merit only, with no interview stage, and horizontal reservation provisions for ESM and PwBD as per the rules cited.

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What Documents Are Required?

At Application

• Live photograph and signature (Size 10 KB to 20 KB)
• Category certificate (Max size 200 KB in PDF format), if applicable
• Qualifications/experience (if any) certificates (self-attested) (Max size 200 KB in PDF format)
• Valid Domicile Certificate of UT of Jammu & Kashmir (on or before cut-off date)
• Valid Reserved Category Certificate (strictly as on the cut-off date), if claiming reservation

At Document Verification / Joining

Relevant Certificates in original as proof of having acquired the prescribed educational qualification strictly on or before the cut-off date. Equivalence Certificate if claiming equivalent qualification. For ESM: affidavit duly sworn before 1st Class Judicial Magistrate and Certificate in form-XIV. For PwBD using scribe: Certificate regarding Physical Limitation to write (Annexure-B) and Letter of Undertaking for using Own Scribe (Annexure-C). Two recent passport-size (not older than 06 months, with date mentioned) colour photographs and latest photo-bearing identification proof at the examination venue.

⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment

• Domicile Certificate and Reserved Category Certificate must be valid strictly as on the cut-off date (last date of online application) and in the prescribed format; otherwise, the application is summarily rejected.
• Name, date of birth, father’s name and mother’s name must match the Matriculation Certificate exactly.
• Photograph and signature must not be blurred or illegible.

What Are the Service Conditions?

The Appointment and other service conditions in respect of the candidates selected through this recruitment/selection process shall be governed as per extant rules/regulations of the Government of UT of J&K. No further details on probation, confirmation, bond, posting liability or pension scheme are printed in the notification.

What Happens After Selection?

1. Merit list prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the written/OMR examination.
2. Document Verification of shortlisted candidates (original certificates to be produced; candidature cancelled if qualification not acquired on or before cut-off date).
3. Appointment as per the indent and extant rules/regulations of the Government of UT of J&K.

✅ Confirmed: selection on written/OMR merit only; document verification of originals.
❓ Not specified: exact timeline for result, joining process, or any training.

How Do Answer Keys & Objections Work?

The notice does not print any rules on answer keys, objections or normalisation. Future instructions will appear on the official website of JKSSB.

General Instructions & Important Rules

Candidates are advised to go through the instructions given in the notice of examination very carefully. Before applying, satisfy themselves regarding educational qualification, age and reserved category particularly w.r.t. “cut off date”. Submission of application forms implies that the candidate is willing and is in agreement to undergo screening for all the security and scrutiny mechanisms as have been put in place by the Board, which among other things includes physical frisking, door frame metal detectors (DFMDs) scanning, biometric capturing, facial recognition screening, Aadhaar authentication, etc.

The Board will not undertake detailed scrutiny of applications for eligibility and other aspects at the time of written/OMR examination and, therefore, candidature will be accepted only provisionally. However, ineligible candidate(s), as and when comes into the notice of the Board will not be allowed to participate in the subsequent stage(s) of the recruitment process.

The decision of the Board in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of the applications, penalty for false information, mode of selection, conduct of tests/examination(s), allotment of examination centre, debarment for indulging in malpractices, preparation of result/merit list, etc. will be final and binding on the candidates, and no enquiry/correspondence in this regard will be entertained.

Candidates are advised in their own interest to submit online applications much before the closing date and not to wait till the last date to avoid the possibility of disconnection/inability or failure to log in to the online application portal on account of heavy load on the website during the closing days.

Contact & Helpline

The 21 October 2026 advertisement does not print a recruitment helpline or email. Check the JKSSB Official Website for updates. For fee-related excess payment issues only, the notice mentions the official e-mail ssbjk-grievance.jk.gov.in.

⚠️ Contact details are from the official notification/website. Verify before contacting. Never pay money to anyone offering job assistance. Report fraud at cybercrime.gov.in.

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FAQs – JKSSB Junior Engineer (Mechanical) 2026

What is the last date to apply for JKSSB Junior Engineer (Mechanical) 2026?

15 December 2026. Applications commence on 16 November 2026. No extension has been announced as of 21 October 2026.

What is the age limit for JKSSB Junior Engineer (Mechanical)?

Maximum 40 years for Open Merit as on 1 January 2026 (not born before 01.01.1986 or after 01.01.2008). Higher printed limits apply to reserved categories (43 years for SC/ST-1/ST-2/RBA/ALC/IB/EWS/OBC; 42 years for Physically Challenged Person). Age is calculated as on 01.01.2026.

Is there an exam for JKSSB Junior Engineer (Mechanical), or is it interview-based?

Written/OMR examination only. Selection is on the basis of merit obtained in the written/OMR examination. No interview stage is mentioned. Negative marking of one-fourth of the marks for each wrong answer. Syllabus and exam date/centres to be notified separately.

What is the salary for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) posts in this recruitment?

Level-6 (₹35,400–1,12,400) as printed. No further allowance or in-hand details are printed in the notification.

Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?

No — the prescribed educational qualification must be acquired strictly on or before the cut-off date fixed for filling online application forms (15 December 2026 unless extended). Candidates must produce original certificates to that effect at Document Verification, failing which candidature shall be cancelled.

Is this Junior Engineer (Mechanical) post a permanent government job?

The notice advertises the posts under direct recruitment. Appointment and other service conditions shall be governed as per extant rules/regulations of the Government of UT of J&K. No further statement on permanent status, probation or confirmation is printed.

Can candidates from outside Jammu & Kashmir apply?

No — candidates seeking to apply shall be the Domicile(s) of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued on or before the cut-off date.

Where will selected candidates be posted?

UT Cadre posts in the Public Works (R&B) Department of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. No further posting choice or specific location details are printed.

What is the application fee for this recruitment?

₹600 for General and others; ₹500 for SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD. Payable only online. Fee once paid is not refunded.

Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check

• You meet the age and qualification conditions as on 01.01.2026.
• You accept the nature of this job: State Govt Department (UT of J&K) · Direct Recruitment (status not stated).
• You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires at verification.
• You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: Written/OMR examination only.
• You accept the posting terms: UT Cadre in Public Works (R&B) Department, J&K.

📄 Primary source: Advertisement Notification No. 10 of 2026, Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board, dated 21 October 2026 (Download PDF). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.