JKSSB Advt 07 of 2026: 72 DMRRR Posts for Kashmiri Migrants & Pandits

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 07 of 2026, inviting online applications for Divisional Cadre posts under the PM Package for Kashmiri Migrants and Non-Migrant Kashmiri Pandits. This recruitment covers 72 vacancies across seven post categories, requisitioned by the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction (DMRRR).

This is a special-category recruitment meant specifically for candidates covered under SRO 412 of 2009 (Migrants) or SRO 425 of 2017 (Non-Migrant Kashmiri Pandits). The posts span a wide range of qualifications, from Matriculation to Bachelor’s degree, spread across departments including Public Works (R&B), Finance, Planning Development & Monitoring, Transport, School Education, and Food Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs. This article explains every post, eligibility criteria, pay scale, and how to apply.

JKSSB Advertisement 07 of 2026 (DMRRR): Highlights

The table above gives a quick summary of this recruitment. Since this is a special-category advertisement under the PM Package, only Migrant and Non-Migrant Kashmiri Pandit candidates are eligible to apply, unlike general JKSSB recruitments. The sections below cover the full post-wise vacancy breakup, qualification, age limit, fee, and selection process.

Who Can Apply for JKSSB DMRRR Posts

Only two categories of candidates are eligible for this recruitment:

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• Migrants as defined under SRO 412 of 2009, whose migrant status is certified by the Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner, J&K.
• Kashmiri Pandits as defined under SRO 425 of 2017, whose status is certified by the Deputy Commissioner of the concerned district.

All candidates must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority on or before the cut-off date of 8 September 2026.

Post-wise Vacancy Details and Qualification

The 72 vacancies are spread across seven posts under different departments, as shown in the table below.

Sub-Inspector under the Finance Department carries the highest number of vacancies at 39, followed by Depot Assistant at 14 and Junior Librarian at 10. All posts are under Division Kashmir (Div. KMR).

Category-wise Break-up of Vacancies

Age Limit (As on 1 January 2026)

Ex-Servicemen who have served in the Armed Forces can deduct their period of service from their actual age; if the resultant age does not exceed the maximum age limit by more than 3 years, they are deemed to satisfy the age condition, though they should not be born after 1 January 2008.

Application Fee

The fee can be paid only through online mode (Net Banking, Credit or Debit Card). Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected, and the fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Selection Process

Selection for all posts under this notification is based purely on merit obtained in a written/OMR-based examination. The examination will consist of Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions, set in English language only. There is negative marking of one-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to each question for every wrong answer. The syllabus for the posts will be notified separately on the official JKSSB website.

The date and centre of examination will be notified separately by JKSSB on its official website. Candidates declared qualified for Document Verification (DV) must produce original certificates as proof of their qualification, strictly on or before the cut-off date for submitting online applications.

Important Dates

How to Apply for JKSSB DMRRR Posts

Follow these steps to apply for this recruitment:

1. Visit the official JKSSB website, www.jkssb.nic.in.
2. Locate Advertisement Notification No. 07 of 2026 and open the online application link.
3. Fill in your personal, educational, and category details carefully, and declare your status as a Migrant (SRO 412 of 2009) or Kashmiri Pandit (SRO 425 of 2017).
4. Upload your Domicile Certificate and category/reservation certificate (if applicable) strictly as valid on the cut-off date.
5. Pay the prescribed application fee online through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
6. Submit the application before the last date of 8 September 2026.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents while applying and for Document Verification:

• Domicile Certificate of Jammu & Kashmir UT, valid as on the cut-off date
• Migrant Certificate (SRO 412 of 2009) or Kashmiri Pandit Certificate (SRO 425 of 2017), as applicable
• Educational qualification certificates relevant to the applied post
• Category/Reservation certificate (SC/ST-1/ST-2/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB/EWS), in the prescribed format, if applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Ex-Servicemen certificate (Form-XIV), if applicable
• Two recent passport-size colour photographs and a valid original Photo ID proof

Why You Should Apply for This Post

This recruitment offers a stable Jammu & Kashmir Government job across a range of departments and qualification levels, from Matriculation to Bachelor’s degree, specifically reserved for Kashmiri Migrants and Non-Migrant Kashmiri Pandits under the PM Package. With 72 posts on offer and selection based purely on a written examination, this is a valuable opportunity for eligible candidates from this community.

Preparation Tips

Since selection is based purely on merit in a written/OMR-based objective examination with negative marking, candidates should focus on accuracy over guesswork. While the detailed syllabus will be notified separately, candidates should start revising general awareness, basic mathematics, reasoning, and subject-specific knowledge relevant to their chosen post, such as library science concepts for Librarian posts or statistics/economics fundamentals for the Junior Statistical Assistant post.

General Instructions

• The actual number of posts may increase or decrease before completion of the selection process; JKSSB is not legally liable for any such variation.
• Reserved category candidates must upload their certificate strictly in the prescribed format; certificates in any other format will not be entertained.
• Fraudulent or fake reservation claims will lead to debarment from JKSSB examinations, besides other penal action.
• PwBD candidates may avail the facility of a Scribe and/or compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination, subject to submitting the prescribed certificates.
• No request for change of examination date, time, or venue will be entertained.

Important Links

• Apply Online / JKSSB Official Website
• Download Official Notification PDF
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many total vacancies are there in this recruitment?

There are 72 vacancies in total, spread across 7 post categories under the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction.

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment?

Only Kashmiri Migrants (as defined under SRO 412 of 2009) and Non-Migrant Kashmiri Pandits (as defined under SRO 425 of 2017), who are domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir UT.

What is the last date to apply online?

The last date to submit the online application is 8 September 2026. Applications open on 10 August 2026.

Which post has the highest number of vacancies?

Sub-Inspector under the Finance Department has the highest number of vacancies, with 39 posts.

What is the application fee?

Rs.600 for general candidates and Rs.500 for SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, and PwBD candidates, payable online only.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

Maximum 40 years for Open Merit candidates, and up to 43 years for SC/ST/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB/EWS candidates, as on 1 January 2026.

How is selection done for these posts?

Selection is based purely on merit obtained in a written/OMR-based objective examination, with negative marking of one-fourth mark for each wrong answer.

What is the qualification for the Draftsman (Civil) post?

A 2-year Draftsman Training Course Certificate or Diploma from any Government recognized institute.

Is the exam conducted in regional languages?

No, the examination questions are set in English language only.

Where can I download the official notification?

The official notification PDF is linked in the Important Links section above, and it is also available on the official JKSSB website.