JKSSB Horticulture Technician Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) under Advertisement No. 08 of 2026. The recruitment aims to fill 46 Horticulture Technician Grade-IV vacancies in the Agriculture Production Department.
Candidates who have completed 10+2 along with a One-Year Basic Horticulture Training Certificate can apply online through the official JKSSB website. The application window will remain open from 10 September 2026 to 9 October 2026.
JKSSB Horticulture technician Notification 2026 PDF
This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in Jammu and Kashmir's horticulture sector.
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Post Name | Horticulture Technician Grade-IV |
| Department | Agriculture Production Department |
| Advertisement No. | 08 of 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 46 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 October 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination, Document Verification |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
Candidates should complete the application process within the prescribed timeline.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 04 August 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 October 2026 |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| Written Exam | To Be Announced |
A total of 46 vacancies have been announced across different districts of Jammu and Kashmir.
District-wise Vacancy
| District | Vacancies |
| Srinagar | 3 |
| Budgam | 4 |
| Shopian | 3 |
| Kulgam | 5 |
| Ganderbal | 4 |
| Pulwama | 4 |
| Anantnag | 8 |
| Rajouri | 1 |
| Poonch | 3 |
| Bandipora | 2 |
| Baramulla | 6 |
| Kupwara | 2 |
| Total | 46 |
Before applying, candidates should ensure they meet the required educational qualifications and age criteria.
Candidates must possess:
10+2 (Higher Secondary)
One-Year Basic Horticulture Training Certificate
| Category | Maximum Age |
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 Years |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/RBA/ALC-IB/OBC/EWS | 43 Years |
| PwBD | 42 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
The online application process will start on 10 September 2026 and continue until 9 October 2026. Candidates should complete the registration well before the last date to avoid technical issues during the final days of submission.
Follow these simple steps:
Visit the official JKSSB website.
Open the Horticulture Technician Recruitment 2026 application link.
Complete the registration process.
Fill in the application form carefully.
Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
Pay the prescribed application fee.
Submit the application form.
Download and print the confirmation page.
The application fee varies according to category.
| Category | Fee |
| General | ₹600 |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD | ₹500 |
The JKSSB Horticulture Technician Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of two stages:
Written Examination
Document Verification
The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks secured in the written examination.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Language | English |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Mark for each wrong answer |
| Selection Basis | Merit in Written Examination |
The written examination will cover technical as well as general subjects.
| Subject | Important Topics |
| Soil Science | Soil formation, soil types, nutrients, fertilizers, soil reaction |
| Plant Protection | Pests, diseases, fungicides, pesticides, IPM |
| Nursery Management | Seed treatment, grafting, layering, budding, nursery maintenance |
| Fruit Production | Orchard management, irrigation, pruning, harvesting, fruit crops |
| Vegetable Science | Nursery raising, cultivation, irrigation, harvesting |
| Floriculture | Ornamental plants, commercial flowers, landscape gardening |
| Post-Harvest Management | Grading, packaging, storage, preservation, processing |
| General Agriculture | Cropping systems, irrigation, weeds, farm management |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | Agriculture, J&K horticulture, government schemes |
| General English | Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, sentence improvement |
Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level SL-2.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Horticulture Technician Grade-IV | ₹15,900 – ₹50,400 |
Apart from the basic salary, employees will also receive benefits such as:
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Medical Allowance
Leave Benefits
Other admissible government allowanc