If you have been putting off your JKSSB Class IV application, today is the day to finish it. The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) closes online applications today, 3 November 2026, for 2,863 Class IV and Sanitation Worker posts advertised under Notification No. 09 of 2026. The window has been open since 5 October, and candidates who have not yet applied can still submit their forms on the board’s official website, jkssb.nic.in, before the day ends.
This is one of the largest Jammu and Kashmir-only recruitments of the year, and it is aimed squarely at matric-level candidates. Unlike graduate-level drives that draw lakhs of applicants from across the country, these posts are open only to domiciles of Jammu and Kashmir, which keeps the competition local and the eligibility bar realistic for school-pass candidates.
2,863 posts across UT, divisional and district cadres
The 2,863 vacancies cover Class IV (Multi Tasking Staff) and Sanitation Worker posts in various departments of the Union Territory. The cadre-wise breakup published with the notification is:
- UT Cadre: 105 posts
- Divisional Cadre, Jammu: 1,093 posts
- Divisional Cadre, Kashmir: 897 posts
- District Cadres: 768 posts
The Jammu division alone accounts for the single largest block of vacancies, followed by Kashmir division, which means candidates from both divisions have a genuine shot. District cadre posts, meanwhile, are tied to specific districts, so applicants should check the department and cadre they are applying for before submitting the form.
Who can apply
The eligibility rules are deliberately narrow, and that is good news for the candidates this drive is meant for. Applicants must be domiciles of Jammu and Kashmir and must hold a valid domicile certificate issued on or before 3 November 2026. For Class IV (MTS) posts, candidates must have passed matriculation, and the notification caps the qualification at 10+2, so higher qualifications do not help here.
Age limits, category-wise reservations and the exact qualification for Sanitation Worker posts are laid out in the official notification, and candidates should read that document on jkssb.nic.in rather than relying on summaries. Getting the cadre and category details wrong is the most common reason applications get rejected at the verification stage.
How to apply today
The application process is online only, through jkssb.nic.in. Candidates need to register, fill in personal and educational details, select their cadre and post preferences carefully, upload the required documents and pay the fee within the same window. Because today is the last date, it is worth completing the form early in the day rather than waiting for the evening, when portal traffic is usually at its heaviest.
Keep a copy of the submitted form and the fee receipt saved. The board has said the examination date and centres will be notified separately on its official website, so the application acknowledgement is the document candidates will need until the next stage is announced.
Why this drive matters
Class IV posts rarely make national headlines, but in Jammu and Kashmir they are among the most sought-after government jobs. They offer a regular government salary, postings close to home, and a selection process that does not demand a degree. For a matric-pass candidate in a district town, a post like this is often the most realistic route into government service, which is why the final day of applications always sees a rush.
The timing also matters. With the window closing today, there is no second chance in this cycle. Candidates who miss it will have to wait for the next Class IV notification, and there is no fixed calendar for when that will come.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for JKSSB Class IV MTS recruitment 2026?
Online applications close on 3 November 2026. Candidates should complete the form and fee payment on jkssb.nic.in before the day ends.
How many vacancies are there in JKSSB Class IV recruitment 2026?
There are 2,863 vacancies for Class IV (MTS) and Sanitation Worker posts under Advertisement No. 09 of 2026.
Who is eligible for JKSSB Class IV MTS posts?
Only domiciles of Jammu and Kashmir can apply. For MTS posts, candidates must have passed matriculation and must not hold a qualification above 10+2.
Where do I apply for JKSSB Class IV posts?
Applications are accepted online only, on the official JKSSB website, jkssb.nic.in. Candidates should verify all details in the official notification before applying.
When will the JKSSB Class IV exam be held?
The board has said the examination date and centres will be notified separately on its official website after the application window closes.
For thousands of young job seekers in Jammu and Kashmir, today is decision day. If you are eligible and have not applied yet, finish the form now, while the window is still open.
