JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 205 Vacancies (Notification No. 05-PSC(DR-P) OF 2026)

The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has officially released the comprehensive notification (Notification No. 05-PSC(DR-P) OF 2026) for the recruitment of Assistant Professors, College Directors of Physical Education & Sports, and Librarians across various Government Degree Colleges in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir under the Higher Education Department.

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The online application gateway went live on 1st August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal until 31st August 2026.

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Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Conducting Body	Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC)
Department	Higher Education Department, Government of J&K
Advertisement Number	Notification No. 05-PSC(DR-P) OF 2026
Post Names	Assistant Professor, College Director of Physical Education & Sports, Librarian
Total Vacancies	205 Posts
Job Location	Government Degree Colleges across Jammu & Kashmir
Application Mode	Online Only
Online Registration Starts	1st August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	31st August 2026
Official Website	www.jkpsc.nic.in

Important Schedule Dates

Event	Dates
Notification Release Date	31st July 2026
Online Application Start Date	1st August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online & Fee Payment	31st August 2026
Application Form Correction Window	1st September to 3rd September 2026
Written Examination Date	To Be Announced

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Out of the total 205 vacancies, allocation across reservation brackets is designated as follows:

Category	Vacancy Allocation
Open Merit (OM)	91
Scheduled Caste (SC)	26
Scheduled Tribe – 1 (ST-1)	23
Scheduled Tribe – 2 (ST-2)	19
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	13
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	12
Backward Area (ALC/IB)	16 (Backward Area) + 5 (LAC/IB)
Total	205 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

1. Domicile Requirement

• Applicants must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and produce valid domicile certificates at documentation stages. Rojgar Mandi

2. Educational Qualifications

• Assistant Professor: Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale wherever the grading system is followed) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university. Adda247
• Relaxation: A relaxation of 5% (from 55% to 50%) is provided to SC/ST/Differently-abled categories or Ph.D. degree holders who obtained their Master’s degree prior to 19th September 1991.
• Qualifying Test: Candidates must have cleared the NET / SLET / SET or hold a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with UGC Regulations. Rojgar Mandi

3. Age Limit (As on 1st January 2026)

• Open Merit (OM): Maximum 40 Years Rojgar Mandi
• Reserved Categories: Maximum 43 Years Rojgar Mandi
• In-Service / Government Candidates: Maximum 40 Years Rojgar Mandi
• Physically Challenged Candidates: Maximum 42 Years Rojgar Mandi

Salary Scale & Pay Band

• Selected candidates will be appointed in the prestigious gazetted faculty structure under Pay Level-10.
• Salary Range: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400/- per month, coupled with standard Dearness Allowances (DA), House Rent Allowances (HRA), and annual increments as per UT government regulations.

Selection Process

The selection procedure for JKPSC Assistant Professor comprises:

1. Written Examination: A single-paper offline objective written test consisting of 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) carrying a time duration of 3 hours. Rojgar Mandi
2. Document Verification: Verification of original academic degrees, category certificates, identity documents, and OTR records.

Application Fee

• General / Unreserved Category: ₹1,200/- Rojgar Mandi
• Reserved Categories (SC / ST / OBC / EWS / ALC): ₹700/- Rojgar Mandi
• PHC (Physically Handicapped) Candidates: Nil (Exempted) Rojgar Mandi
• Payment Gateway: Online payment modes (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI). Rojgar Mandi

How to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Website: Access the official portal of the commission at www.jkpsc.nic.in. Rojgar Mandi
2. One Time Registration (OTR): If applying for the first time, complete the OTR module with basic identity credentials, mobile number, and email ID. Adda247
3. Navigate to Notifications: Go to the “Recruitment / Active Examinations” dashboard and look for Notification No. 05-PSC(DR-P) OF 2026. Adda247
4. Fill Application Form: Select the desired discipline/post, fill in academic qualifications, and upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature. Rojgar Mandi
5. Fee Submission: Pay the applicable examination fee through the online portal. Rojgar Mandi
6. Final Submission: Download and print a hard copy of the final application confirmation page for future reference. Adda247

🔗 JKPSC Official Portal & Online Application Link

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📄 Download JKPSC Assistant Professor Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How many total vacancies are advertised under JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

A: A total of 205 vacancies have been notified across Assistant Professor disciplines, Librarians, and College Directors of Physical Education & Sports.

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Q2: What is the last date to submit the online application form?

A: The online application submission deadline is 31st August 2026.

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Q3: Is a J&K Domicile Certificate mandatory to apply?

A: Yes, only permanent residents / domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply.

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Q4: What is the age limit for Open Merit candidates?

A: The maximum age limit for Open Merit (OM) candidates is 40 years as of 1st January 2026