JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical Recruitment 2026 — 127 Posts, Apply by 15 Dec
Job Summary:
• Who: Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
• What: Junior Engineer (Mechanical) — 127 vacancies
• When: 16 November — 15 December 2026
• Where: Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir
• Salary: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month (Level-6)
• Apply: Check your photo and signature size before you upload
JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical Recruitment 2026 — Quick Overview
JKSSB has released Advertisement Notification No. 10 of 2026, dated 21.10.2026. It fills 127 Junior Engineer (Mechanical) posts in the Public Works (R&B) Department. This is a direct recruitment drive on UT Cadre. The last date to apply online is 15 December 2026. Anyone with a J&K Domicile Certificate and a Mechanical Engineering diploma or degree can apply. Applications go through the official portal only at www.jkssb.nic.in.
| Recruiting Organization | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 10 of 2026, dated 21.10.2026 |
| Department | Public Works (R&B) Department, Jammu & Kashmir |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) |
| Item No. | 265 |
| Total Vacancies | 127 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Official Website | www.jkssb.nic.in |
Key Dates — JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical 2026
Mark these dates on your calendar. The apply online window opens on 16 November 2026. The cut-off date for your qualification, domicile and category certificate is the same as the last date of application.
| Notification Date | 21.10.2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 16.11.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15.12.2026 |
| Exam Date | Not specified; will be notified on www.jkssb.nic.in |
| Admit Card | Available about one week before the exam |
Application Fees — JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical 2026
The fee must be paid online. Net Banking, Credit Card and Debit Card are the only options. You cannot send cash or a demand draft. Note that the fee is non-refundable once paid.
| SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD | Rs. 500/- |
| All other candidates | Rs. 600/- |
Age Limit — JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical 2026
Your age is counted as on 01.01.2026. Open Merit candidates can be up to 40 years old. Reserved category candidates get up to 43 years. Ex-Servicemen can subtract their service period from their actual age.
| OM | 40 years | Born between 01.01.1986 and 01.01.2008 |
| SC, ST-1, ST-2, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS, OBC | 43 years | Born between 01.01.1983 and 01.01.2008 |
| Physically Challenged Person | 42 years | Born between 01.01.1984 and 01.01.2008 |
Vacancy Details & Eligibility — JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical 2026
There are 127 posts in total. The category-wise breakup is shown below. Keep in mind that the Board may increase or decrease the number of posts before or during selection.
| OM | 51 |
| SC | 10 |
| ST-1 | 13 |
| ST-2 | 13 |
| OBC | 10 |
| ALC/IB | 5 |
| RBA | 13 |
| EWS | 12 |
| Total | 127 |
What Education You Need
You must hold one of these three qualifications, earned on or before the cut-off date (15.12.2026): a 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a Government recognized institute, a Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an Indian University, or AMIE Section (A&B) India. If you claim an equivalent qualification, bring a valid Equivalence Certificate — the Board makes the final call.
Who Can Apply
You must be a Domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Your Domicile Certificate must be in the prescribed format and valid on or before 15 December 2026. If you are claiming reservation, you also need a valid category certificate in the prescribed format. Before you scan anything, use our document resizer to fit your files within the upload limits.
Salary
The post comes under Pay Level-6. Your pay scale will be ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month. Other allowances and benefits are not listed in the notification.
Selection Process — JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical 2026
Merit is decided purely by your score in the written/OMR exam. Those who clear the cut-off go on to Document Verification. Questions are objective type (MCQ) and set in English only. Watch out for negative marking — one-fourth of the question's marks are deducted for every wrong answer. The syllabus, exam date and centres will be announced separately on the official website. No centre change requests are accepted. There is no TA/DA for the written test or Document Verification.
How to Apply — JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical 2026
Applications are accepted online only. Here is the step-by-step process:
1. First, check that you meet the domicile, qualification and age conditions as on the cut-off dates.
2. Visit www.jkssb.nic.in and read the online application instructions for this notification.
3. Fill the form carefully. Type your name, date of birth, father's name and mother's name exactly as printed on your matriculation certificate.
4. Upload a live photograph and signature (10 KB to 20 KB), your category certificate (max 200 KB, PDF) and self-attested qualification certificates (max 200 KB, PDF). Get a clean scan with our signature resizer.
5. Pay the fee online through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card.
6. Review your form, submit it, note the application number and take a printout. Do not post the hard copy to the JKSSB office.
Documents to Keep Ready
• Domicile Certificate (prescribed format, valid up to cut-off date)
• Educational qualification certificates
• Category Certificate, if claiming reservation or age relaxation
• Matriculation certificate (name, DOB, parents' names)
• Bonafide Certificate for degrees from institutes outside J&K (other than Central Universities)
• Ex-Servicemen: Form-XIV certificate and affidavit as per S.O. 361 of 2021
• PwBD scribe users: Disability Certificate, Annexure-B, Annexure-C, scribe's qualification certificate and photo-ID
• Application printout, two recent colour passport photos (not older than 6 months) and one original photo-ID
• In-service candidates: certificate signed and stamped, forwarded through proper channel
Important Instructions
• Only one application per item number is allowed. If you submit more than one, the latest is taken. Appearing in the exam twice for the same item number can lead to cancellation and debarment.
• No corrections are allowed after submission, including cadre and department preferences.
• Blurred photos or signatures lead to rejection.
• Phones, smart watches, smart glasses, Bluetooth devices and AI-enabled gadgets are banned in the exam hall — even if switched off.
• Roll number slips are not posted. Carry two passport photos and an original photo-ID to the exam.
• Apply early. Websites get overloaded near the closing date.
JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical Recruitment 2026 — FAQs
What is JKSSB JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026?
It is a direct recruitment drive for 127 Junior Engineer (Mechanical) posts in the Public Works (R&B) Department of Jammu & Kashmir, advertised through Notification No. 10 of 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
There are 127 vacancies — OM 51, SC 10, ST-1 13, ST-2 13, OBC 10, ALC/IB 5, RBA 13 and EWS 12.
When can I apply online?
The online application window opens on 16 November 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The final date to submit your online form is 15 December 2026, unless it is extended.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 600 for general candidates and Rs. 500 for SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD candidates.
What qualification do I need?
A 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or a Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or AMIE Section (A&B) India.
Important Links — JKSSB Junior Engineer Mechanical 2026
• Apply Online: Link will be active soon
• Official Notification: Download PDF
• Official Website: Visit www.jkssb.nic.in