JKSSB Class 4 MTS Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 2,863 Posts, Apply Online from October 14

JKSSB Class-IV MTS Recruitment 2026: 2,863 Vacancies Announced Across J&K Departments

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially released the recruitment advertisement notification (Advt. No. 09 of 2026) for the appointment of Class-IV (Multi-Tasking Staff – MTS) and Sanitation Worker positions. This recruitment drive offers a total of 2,863 vacancies across UT Cadre, Divisional Cadres (Jammu & Kashmir), and District Cadres. Online applications are invited from eligible permanent residents and Domicile holders of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.

The recruitment is being conducted across key departments including Agriculture Production, Animal/Sheep Husbandry, Estates, Public Works (R&B), and ARI & Training. The pay level is SL1 (Rs. 14,800 – 47,100/-). The online application process will begin on 14 October 2026 and will remain open until 12 November 2026. This article provides comprehensive details regarding important dates, application fees, age limits, eligibility criteria, vacancy breakdown, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 14 October 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 12 November 2026
• Written Examination Date: Notified Later
• Admit Card Release: Before Exam

Application Fee

• OM / General / OBC / ALC-IB / RBA: Rs. 600/-
• SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD: Rs. 500/-
• Mode of Payment: Online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age for Open Merit (OM): 40 Years
• Maximum Age for SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / RBA / ALC-IB / OBC / EWS: 43 Years
• Maximum Age for Physically Challenged (PwBD): 42 Years
• Domicile Mandate: Candidate must be a Domicile of Jammu & Kashmir and possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued on or before the cutoff date.

Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification

Cadre-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Selection Process & Weightage Marks

1. Written Examination: Objective type multiple-choice questions (OMR/CBT). Negative marking of 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
2. UT Cadre Weightage (100 Marks Total): Written Examination carries 85 Marks. Additional weightage: 5 Marks for candidates with no family member in Govt Service; 5 Marks for Widows / Divorced Women / Orphan Girls; 5 Marks for Casual Workers engaged for 5 years or more.
3. Divisional Cadre Weightage (100 Marks Total): Written Examination carries 80 Marks + 5 Marks for Home Division + 5 Marks (No Govt job) + 5 Marks (Widows/Orphans) + 5 Marks (Casual Workers).
4. District Cadre Weightage (100 Marks Total): Written Examination carries 75 Marks + 10 Marks for Home District + 5 Marks (No Govt job) + 5 Marks (Widows/Orphans) + 5 Marks (Casual Workers).
5. Final Merit & Document Verification: Merit lists will be generated based on composite score (Written Score + Weightage), followed by Document Verification.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website of the Board at jkssb.nic.in.
2. Click on the recruitment link for "Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 (Class-IV / MTS and Sanitation Worker)".
3. Complete the candidate registration with your name, mobile number, and valid email address.
4. Fill in the application form with personal, educational, category, and J&K domicile certificate details.
5. Carefully choose your post, cadre, and department order of preference.
6. Upload your scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed dimensions and formats.
7. Pay the application fee online through Net Banking, Credit, or Debit card.
8. Submit the online application before 12 November 2026 and take a clear printout of the finalized application form for Document Verification. (No hard copy needs to be submitted to the Board).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When will online applications start for JKSSB Class-IV MTS Advt 09/2026?
Ans. Online applications will commence on 14 October 2026, and the closing date is 12 November 2026.

Q2. What is the maximum qualification limit for JKSSB Class 4 posts?
Ans. The maximum qualification is 10+2 (Higher Secondary / Intermediate). Candidates possessing qualifications higher than 10+2 (such as Graduation or Post Graduation) are strictly ineligible.

Q3. How many total vacancies are announced under Advt. No. 09 of 2026?
Ans. A total of 2,863 vacancies have been announced (2,736 for Class-IV MTS and 127 for Sanitation Worker).

Q4. Is there negative marking in the JKSSB Class 4 written test?
Ans. Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in the written examination.

Q5. Is J&K domicile mandatory to apply for these posts?
Ans. Yes, candidates must be Domiciles of Jammu and Kashmir and possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority on or before the cutoff date.

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. Ensure all details are filled correctly and documents are uploaded as per specifications. Keep visiting the official JKSSB website for regular updates on admit cards, exam dates, and results.