About Post
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has invited online applications for 458 Junior Engineer (Civil) posts in the Jal Shakti Department and the Public Works (R&B) Department of Jammu and Kashmir. The notification, Advertisement No. 11 of 2026, was released on 27 October 2026. Online applications open on 30 November 2026 and close on 29 December 2026. Candidates with a three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering, a Degree in Civil Engineering, or AMIE (Sections A and B) can apply, provided they hold a valid Jammu and Kashmir domicile certificate. Selected candidates will get Pay Level-6, Rs 35,400–1,12,400.
Short Information & Overview
| Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Total Post | 458 |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil) |
| Advertisement Number | 11 of 2026 dated 27 October 2026 |
| Education Qualification | 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering OR Degree in Civil Engineering OR AMIE Sections A and B |
| Age Limit | Maximum 40 years as on 01 January 2026 (relaxation below) |
| Salary Pay Level | Level-6 Rs 35,400–1,12,400 |
| Start Date | 30 November 2026 |
| End Date | 29 December 2026 |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
| Application Mode | Online |
Application Fee & Important Dates
Important Dates
| Notification | 27 October 2026 |
| Apply online start | 30 November 2026 |
| Last date | 29 December 2026 |
| Exam date | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Others / Open Merit | Rs 600 |
| SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD | Rs 500 |
| Payment mode | Online via Net Banking / Credit / Debit card |
Post Name & Qualification
| Junior Engineer (Civil) — Jal Shakti Department | 3-year Diploma in Civil / Degree in Civil / AMIE (A&B) |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) — Public Works (R&B) Department | 3-year Diploma in Civil / Degree in Civil / AMIE (A&B) |
Total Post
| Jal Shakti Department | 282 |
| Public Works (R&B) Department | 176 |
| Total | 458 |
The detailed category-wise vacancy distribution is given in the official notification (Advertisement No. 11 of 2026). Candidates must check their category-wise posts in the notification before applying — no category-wise figures are added here beyond the official department-wise total above.
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years as on 01 January 2026. Relaxed upper age limits as per the notification: SC, ST-1, ST-2, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS and OBC up to 43 years; Physically Challenged Person up to 42 years. J&K domicile certificate is mandatory.
Salary Details
Pay Level-6, Rs 35,400–1,12,400 per month. UT Cadre posts in Jammu and Kashmir.
Selection Process
Written/OMR examination only, followed by Document Verification. Objective-type multiple-choice questions in English only, with negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to each wrong answer.
How to Apply
- Read the official notification (Advertisement No. 11 of 2026) carefully before applying.
- Apply online at jkssb.nic.in from 30 November 2026.
- Upload a live photograph, signature, category certificate and qualification certificates.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application on or before 29 December 2026.
- Note: only one online application for the same item number is allowed.
Candidates interested in similar jobs can also check the BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026, the ISRO SDSC SHAR Technical Assistant & Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 and the Diploma/Engineering Jobs category.
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FAQs
How many posts are available in JKSSB Junior Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026?
There are 458 posts in total.
What is the last date to apply for JKSSB JE Civil Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 29 December 2026.
What is the application fee for JKSSB JE Civil Recruitment 2026?
The fee is Rs 600 for Others / Open Merit and Rs 500 for SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD candidates.
What qualification is required for JKSSB Junior Engineer (Civil)?
A 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering, a Degree in Civil Engineering, or AMIE (Sections A and B), along with a valid Jammu and Kashmir domicile certificate.
What is the selection process for JKSSB JE Civil Recruitment 2026?
Selection is through a written/OMR examination, followed by Document Verification.