
Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially announced Advertisement Notification No. 10 of 2026 for the recruitment of Junior Engineer (Mechanical) in the Public Works (R&B) Department. A total of 127 vacancies have been released under the UT Cadre. The application process will be conducted entirely through online mode. Eligible candidates can submit their online application forms starting from 16.11.2026 up to the closing date on 15.12.2026 through the official website.
Candidates can also explore other opportunities through the JKSSB Class IV Recruitment 2026 and JKSSB Recruitment 2026 for 518 Posts.
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board conducts the recruitment process to fill Junior Engineer (Mechanical) vacancies across the UT Cadre. Candidates must review the notification details carefully before submitting their application.
The key highlights of the recruitment drive are provided in the table below:
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Particulars |
Details |
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Exam Name |
JKSSB Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026 |
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Conducting Body |
Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
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Post Name |
Junior Engineer (Mechanical) |
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Vacancies |
127 |
|
Application Mode |
Online |
|
Official Website |
|
|
Notification Release Date |
21.10.2026 |
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Last Date to Apply |
15.12.2026 |
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Exam Date |
To be released |
Candidates can also follow the JKSSB Junior Assistant Result 2026 and JKSSB Junior Assistant Admit Card 2026 updates to stay informed about other examinations conducted by the board.
The official advertisement PDF contains comprehensive instructions regarding the category-wise vacancy distribution, reservation policies, educational qualification criteria, age relaxations, application procedure, and examination scheme. Candidates can read the complete notification document before filling out the online application form.
The official notification document can be accessed and downloaded directly through the link provided below:
Download Link
The board has announced the critical registration deadlines along with the notification release. Candidates can check the important dates in the table below to plan their application and examination preparation.
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Event |
Date |
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Notification Release |
21.10.2026 |
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Application Start Date |
16.11.2026 |
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Application End Date |
15.12.2026 |
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Admit Card Release Date |
To be released |
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Exam Date |
To be released |
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Result Date |
To be released |
Candidates can also refer to the SSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 schedule for information about another engineering recruitment examination. However, the JKSSB recruitment dates should be checked separately through the official JKSSB website.
The board has notified a total of 127 vacancies for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) under Item No. 265 in the Public Works (R&B) Department for the UT Cadre. Horizontal reservation is applicable for Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.
The detailed category-wise distribution of vacancies is given in the table below:
|
Post Name |
Vacancies |
|
Open Merit (OM) |
51 |
|
Scheduled Caste (SC) |
10 |
|
ST-1 |
13 |
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ST-2 |
13 |
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Other Backward Classes (OBC) |
10 |
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ALC/IB |
5 |
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Residents of Backward Areas (RBA) |
13 |
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Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) |
12 |
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Total |
127 |
Candidates interested in comparing engineering vacancies across recruitment examinations can also check the Junior Engineer Examination 2026 vacancy details and the Rajasthan JE Recruitment 2026 details.
Applicants must ensure that they satisfy all the prescribed eligibility parameters concerning domicile, age limitations, and educational qualifications before applying.
Candidates must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority on or before 15.12.2026, as specified in the recruitment details.
Candidates can refer to the official notification for the precise domicile requirements and certificate-related conditions.
The crucial date for age calculation is 01.01.2026. Category-wise upper age limits and cut-off birth dates are provided in the table below:
|
Category |
Age Limit |
Not Born Before |
Not Born After |
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OM |
40 Years |
01.01.1986 |
01.01.2008 |
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SC |
43 Years |
01.01.1983 |
01.01.2008 |
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ST-1 |
43 Years |
01.01.1983 |
01.01.2008 |
|
ST-2 |
43 Years |
01.01.1983 |
01.01.2008 |
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RBA |
43 Years |
01.01.1983 |
01.01.2008 |
|
ALC/IB |
43 Years |
01.01.1983 |
01.01.2008 |
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EWS |
43 Years |
01.01.1983 |
01.01.2008 |
|
OBC |
43 Years |
01.01.1983 |
01.01.2008 |
|
Physically Challenged Person |
42 Years |
01.01.1984 |
01.01.2008 |
|
Ex-Servicemen |
As prescribed in the notification |
— |
01.01.2008 |
For Ex-Servicemen, the period of service is deducted from the actual age, subject to the applicable age-limit conditions. Candidates should consult the official notification for the complete age-relaxation rules.
Candidates must hold any one of the following qualifications:
A three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a government-recognised institute.
A Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an Indian university.
AMIE Section A and B qualification from India.
Candidates can also review the SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 recruitment details to compare engineering recruitment requirements. The educational qualifications prescribed for JKSSB JE Mechanical must be verified separately against its official notification.
The online application process is scheduled to begin on 16 November 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official JKSSB website during the prescribed application window.
Visit the official website at jkssb.nic.in.
Click on the online application link for Advertisement Notification No. 10 of 2026.
Complete the registration process by entering the required personal and academic details.
Upload scanned copies of the live photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the prescribed format.
Pay the requisite application fee through the available online payment options.
Submit the application form and download a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
The supplied recruitment details specify a signature file size of 10 KB to 20 KB and certificates in PDF format up to 200 KB. Candidates should verify all upload specifications in the official application instructions before submitting their documents.
Candidates interested in other Junior Engineer recruitment opportunities can also check the PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 details for another recruitment drive covering Civil, Mechanical and Electrical engineering disciplines.
The application fee varies based on the candidate's category and must be paid through online mode only.
|
Category |
Fee |
|
General / OM |
₹600 |
|
SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, PwBD |
₹500 |
Candidates should confirm the applicable fee and payment instructions in the official notification before completing the application process.
The selection for the post of Junior Engineer (Mechanical) will be carried out through the following stages:
Written Examination: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in English medium, with one-fourth negative marking for each incorrect answer, as specified in the supplied recruitment details.
Merit List Generation: Preparation of the merit list based on marks scored in the written/OMR examination, subject to the applicable recruitment rules.
Document Verification: Verification of original academic records, domicile certificates, valid identity proofs and other required documents.
Candidates should check the official notification for the detailed examination scheme, marking rules and document-verification requirements.
For additional information about engineering examination preparation, candidates can explore RRB JE and SSC JE foundation batches and preparation updates.
Selected candidates appointed as Junior Engineer (Mechanical) in the Public Works (R&B) Department under the UT Cadre will be placed in Pay Level 6.
|
Particulars |
Details |
|
Post Name |
Junior Engineer (Mechanical) |
|
Department |
Public Works (R&B) Department |
|
Cadre |
UT Cadre |
|
Pay Level |
Level 6 |
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Pay Scale |
₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
In addition to the basic pay, the post carries applicable allowances and benefits admissible under the Government of Jammu and Kashmir service rules. Candidates should refer to the official notification and relevant service rules for the prescribed job responsibilities and employment conditions.
