The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) released Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 on 1st September 2026, announcing 2,863 Class-IV (MTS) & Sanitation Worker vacancies across UT, Divisional, and District cadres in departments throughout Jammu & Kashmir.
This guide breaks the recruitment down into distinct sections — important dates, eligibility, the exact exam pattern, the complete subject-wise syllabus, pay scale, and a realistic preparation strategy — so you know exactly what to study and how the exam is scored.
JKSSB Class 4 Recruitment 2026 — Quick Overview
Before the syllabus and pattern, here’s the recruitment’s basic shape in one place — useful for orientation, not preparation detail (that comes further below).
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 09 of 2026 (dated 1 September 2026) |
| Posts | Class-IV (Multi-Tasking Staff) & Sanitation Worker |
| Total Vacancies | 2,863 |
| Cadres Covered | UT Cadre, Divisional Cadre, District Cadre |
| Application Window | 5 October 2026 – 3 November 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination → Document Verification |
| Exam Mode | Objective Type (OMR/CBT) |
| Pay Scale | SL-1 (₹14,800 – ₹47,100) |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
Note: The written exam date has not yet been announced in the official notification — JKSSB will notify the schedule separately in due course. Do not rely on unofficial exam dates circulating on social media; always confirm through jkssb.nic.in.
JKSSB Class 4 Eligibility Criteria 2026
This section is distinct from the syllabus below — it covers who can apply, not what’s tested. Note that the two posts under this notification carry slightly different qualification requirements.
| Post | Minimum Qualification | Maximum Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Class-IV (MTS) | Matriculation (10th Pass) | 10+2 (12th Pass) |
| Sanitation Worker | 8th Pass | 10+2 (12th Pass) |
Note the “maximum qualification” cap of 10+2 for both posts — candidates holding a qualification higher than 12th pass are generally not eligible to apply for these specific Class-IV level posts, unlike many recruitments where higher qualifications are simply not preferred but still allowed.
Age Limit & Domicile
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age (Open Merit) | 40 Years |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2026 |
| Reserved Category Relaxation | Higher upper age limit applicable for reserved categories, up to 43 years for certain categories |
| Casual Workers | 5-year relaxation for candidates claiming additional weightage as Casual Workers under J&K rules |
| Domicile | Must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, with a valid Domicile Certificate |
JKSSB Class 4 Selection Process 2026
This section is different from the exam pattern below — it shows the full end-to-end journey from application to appointment.
- Online Application — submitted through jkssb.nic.in within the 5 October – 3 November 2026 window.
- Written Examination — 100 objective questions, 100 marks, 2 hours, across 4 subjects.
- Document Verification — shortlisted candidates must produce original educational certificates and other prescribed documents as proof of eligibility as of the cut-off date.
Notably, this is a comparatively short 2-stage selection process — no separate physical test or interview is involved for this Class-IV recruitment, making the written exam the single decisive factor in your selection.
JKSSB Class 4 Exam Pattern 2026
The exam pattern tells you how the 100 total marks are split across four subjects, while the detailed syllabus further below tells you what is asked within each. This structure has stayed consistent across recent JKSSB Class 4 cycles.
| S.No. | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| 2 | Basic Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| 3 | Basic English | 20 | 20 |
| 4 | General Awareness & Science | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Marking scheme: Each question carries 1 mark, with 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer. The exam runs for 2 hours (120 minutes), giving roughly 72 seconds per question on average across the full paper.
Notice that General Awareness & Science alone carries 40% of the total marks — double the weight of any other individual subject. This single section deserves the largest share of your preparation time, not an equal quarter-split across all four subjects.
JKSSB Class 4 Syllabus 2026 — Basic Mathematics (20 Marks)
- Mensuration
- Probability
- LCM, HCF
- Ratio and Proportions
- Percentage
- Average
- Problem of Ages
- Time, Work and Distance
JKSSB Class 4 Syllabus 2026 — Basic Reasoning (20 Marks)
- Relationship Concepts
- Figure Odd One Out
- Direction Sense
- Number Series
- Figure Series Completion
- Venn Diagram
- Analogies
- Coding/Decoding
JKSSB Class 4 Syllabus 2026 — Basic English (20 Marks)
- Determiners
- Reading Comprehension
- Articles
- Synonyms
- Verbs
- Prepositions
- Sentences
- Antonyms
- Spellings
JKSSB Class 4 Syllabus 2026 — General Awareness & Science (40 Marks)
This is the exam’s largest single section, and it splits clearly into two halves — national/general content and Jammu & Kashmir-specific content.
National & General Topics
- General Current Events (National Level)
- Sports
- Indian Culture
- Indian History
- Indian Geography
- Capitals/States
- General Science
- Health, Hygiene and Sanitation
Jammu & Kashmir-Specific Topics
- Geography of Jammu and Kashmir
- Culture of Jammu and Kashmir
- History of Jammu and Kashmir
Don’t treat the three J&K-specific topics as a minor add-on to national GK — since JKSSB is a state-level recruiting body, region-specific questions recur consistently across its various exams, and this is exactly the content most likely to differentiate candidates who prepared with generic all-India GK material from those who specifically studied J&K.
JKSSB Class 4 Vacancy & Fee Structure 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR, General, OBC, ALC/IB, RBA | ₹600 |
| SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, PwBD | ₹500 |
The 2,863 vacancies are distributed across the UT Cadre, Divisional Cadre, and District Cadre, with the exact post-wise, cadre-wise, and category-wise breakup provided in Annexure-A of the official notification.
How to Apply for JKSSB Class 4 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: jkssb.nic.in
- Go to the Recruitment/Apply Online section on the homepage
- Find and click the link for JKSSB Class-IV (MTS)/Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026
- Register using your name, mobile number, and email ID
- Fill in educational qualification, age, category, and other required particulars
- Upload required documents as per the specified format
- Pay the applicable category-wise application fee online
- Review all entered details carefully and submit the form
Candidates should avoid waiting until the final day (3 November 2026) to submit their forms — portal congestion near deadlines is a common, avoidable cause of failed submissions.
How to Prepare for JKSSB Class 4 2026 — Section-Wise Strategy
General Awareness & Science (40 marks — the largest section)
Given this section alone equals the combined weight of Mathematics and Reasoning together, build a dedicated study plan here first. Maintain two separate revision tracks — a general/national GK log and a specific Jammu & Kashmir GK notes file — rather than mixing them, since J&K-specific content needs targeted sourcing (state government publications, regional history references) that generic all-India GK guides won’t cover.
Basic Mathematics & Basic Reasoning (20 marks each)
Both are foundational, school-level topics with a compact, well-defined scope — daily short timed practice sets are more effective here than long study sessions, since the goal is calculation speed and pattern recognition rather than deep conceptual learning.
Basic English (20 marks)
Focus on grammar fundamentals (articles, determiners, prepositions, verbs) and vocabulary (synonyms/antonyms/spellings) as the most efficiently learnable sub-topics, since these follow fixed rules that respond well to rule-based revision rather than open-ended reading practice.
Across all sections
Practice under negative-marking conditions from day one of mock tests, since the 0.25 penalty means low-confidence guessing can quietly erode an otherwise strong score. With around 72 seconds per question on average, build both speed and accuracy through regular full-length timed mocks rather than relying solely on topic-wise practice.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Splitting preparation time equally across all four subjects — since General Awareness & Science alone carries 40% of total marks, an even split under-invests in the highest-weightage section.
- Relying only on generic all-India GK material, missing the Jammu & Kashmir-specific geography, culture, and history content explicitly listed in the syllabus.
- Ignoring negative marking during mock practice, leading to over-attempting risky questions in the actual exam and a lower net score than the raw attempt count suggests.
- Assuming the maximum qualification cap doesn’t apply to you — candidates with qualifications above 10+2 should carefully verify their eligibility before investing preparation time, since this recruitment specifically caps qualification at 12th pass.
- Waiting for an official exam date before starting preparation — since the schedule is still pending, starting early gives a meaningful head start once the date is eventually announced.
JKSSB Class 4 Syllabus 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How many questions and marks does the JKSSB Class 4 exam carry?
100 questions for 100 marks, to be completed within 2 hours.
Q2: Is there negative marking in the JKSSB Class 4 exam?
Yes. 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
Q3: How many total vacancies are there in this 2026 notification?
2,863 vacancies for Class-IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts, under Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026.
Q4: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Matriculation (10th Pass) for Class-IV (MTS) posts, and 8th Pass for Sanitation Worker posts — both capped at a maximum of 12th pass.
Q5: What is the age limit for JKSSB Class 4 Recruitment 2026?
18 to 40 years for Open Merit candidates (calculated as of 1 January 2026), with a higher upper limit for reserved categories.
Q6: Which subject carries the highest weightage in the exam?
General Awareness & Science, carrying 40 out of 100 total marks — double the weight of any other individual subject.
Q7: Is there an interview or physical test for this post?
No. The selection process consists of only a Written Examination followed by Document Verification.
Q8: What is the pay scale for selected candidates?
Selected candidates are placed on Pay Scale SL-1 (₹14,800 – ₹47,100).
Q9: When is the JKSSB Class 4 written exam scheduled?
The exam date has not yet been announced in the official notification — JKSSB will notify the schedule separately in due course.
Q10: Where can I download the official JKSSB Class 4 syllabus and notification PDF?
From the official JKSSB website, jkssb.nic.in, under the Recruitment section — look for Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026.
This article is based on JKSSB’s official Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026, released 1 September 2026. Candidates should cross-verify exact vacancy figures, dates, and any syllabus updates against the latest official notification on jkssb.nic.in before finalising their preparation plan.