Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC)
โ Higher Education Department, Jammu & Kashmir
| Post Name | Assistant Professor, Librarian, and College Director of Physical Education & Sports |
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| Total Vacancies | 205 |
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| Qualification | Master's Degree with 55% marks plus NET/SLET/SET or PhD as per UGC regulations. |
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| Age Limit | 40 years for Open Merit (upper age relaxations apply for reserved categories). |
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| Salary | Pay Band Level-10 (Rs. 57,700 โ 1,82,400) |
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| Application Fee | Rs. 1,200 for General; Rs. 700 for Reserved; Nil for PHC. |
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| Selection Process | Written examination of 3 hours duration consisting of 120 MCQs. |
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Overview of JKPSC Assistant Professor, Librarian & Director (Physical Education) Recruitment 2026
The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has issued Notification No. 05-PSC(DR-P) of 2026 for the recruitment of 205 vacancies in Government Degree Colleges under the Higher Education Department. This recruitment drive covers positions for Assistant Professor across 29 disciplines, College Director of Physical Education & Sports, and Librarian.
Recruitment Schedule
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Date | 2026-07-31 |
| Online Application Start | 2026-08-01 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-08-31 |
| Application Editing Window | 2026-09-01 to 2026-09-03 |
Eligibility and Qualifications
Applicants must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The general academic requirement for Assistant Professor posts is a Masterโs degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) along with a clear NET/SLET/SET score or a PhD awarded under UGC 2009/2016 regulations. Specific requirements apply for Computer Application, Music, Librarian, and Physical Education roles.
Age Limit as of 2026-01-01
- Open Merit (OM): 40 Years
- Reserved Categories: 43 Years
- In-Service Candidates: 40 Years
- Physically Challenged: 42 Years
Application Fee
- General Category: Rs. 1,200
- Reserved Categories: Rs. 700
- PHC Candidates: Nil
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a single written examination of 3 hours involving 120 multiple-choice questions. Centres are restricted to Srinagar and Jammu. Candidates should ensure they have a valid Domicile Certificate issued before the closing date to avoid rejection.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official portal at jkpsc.nic.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Upload required documents including a dated photograph (taken after 2025-01-01).
- Submit the application form and pay the fee online.
- Download the final printout for future reference.
Apply online at jkpsc.nic.in after completing One Time Registration (OTR).
