- Recruitment drive by JKPSC for 70 backlog vacancies of Assistant Professor in Government Colleges under Higher Education Department, J&K.
- Vacancies distributed across 24 disciplines including English Literature, Mathematics, Chemistry, Sociology, Political Science, and more.
- Open to domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir only.
- Selection based on written examination followed by document verification as per JKPSC rules.
- Pay scale: ₹15,600–39,100 + AGP ₹6,000 (Pre-revised) / ₹57,000 Level-10.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Ph.D.
Assistant Professor (Backlog Vacancies) across 24 Disciplines
Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission
Total Vacancies
70
Job Location
Government Colleges under Higher Education Department, Jammu & Kashmir
Apply Start
01 Aug 2026
Apply Deadline
31 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 70 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹15,600 - ₹39,100 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 18 to 43 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Not specified; however, experience certificates are considered for weightage as per JK Business & Procedure Rules. |
| Application Fee | - General Category: ₹1,200. - Reserved Categories (SC/ST/ALC/IB/PSP/EWS): ₹700. - Physically Handicapped Candidates (PHC): Nil. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
- Master's Degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Differently Abled/PhD holders pre-1991) in the relevant subject from an Indian University or equivalent foreign degree.
- Must have cleared NET conducted by UGC/CSIR or equivalent (SLET/SET) OR hold a PhD as per UGC regulations (with specific conditions).
- NET/SLET/SET not required for disciplines where UGC/CSIR does not conduct these exams.
- For Music discipline, alternative qualification includes traditional/professional artist status with 'A' grade Artist status of AIR/Doordarshan.
- Age limit as on 01 January 2026: 40 years for Open Merit and in-service candidates, 43 years for reserved categories, and 42 years for Physically Challenged candidates.
- Master's Degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Differently Abled/PhD holders pre-1991) in the relevant subject from an Indian University or equivalent foreign degree.
- Must have cleared NET conducted by UGC/CSIR or equivalent (SLET/SET) OR hold a PhD as per UGC regulations (with specific conditions).
- NET/SLET/SET not required for disciplines where UGC/CSIR does not conduct these exams.
- For Music discipline, alternative qualification includes traditional/professional artist status with 'A' grade Artist status of AIR/Doordarshan.
- Age limit as on 01 January 2026: 40 years for Open Merit and in-service candidates, 43 years for reserved categories, and 42 years for Physically Challenged candidates.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection based on Rule 45 of JKPSC (Business & Procedure) Rules, 2021.
- Written examination: Single paper of 3 hours duration with 120 multiple-choice questions.
- Syllabus available on official JKPSC website.
- Examination centers: Srinagar and Jammu (allotment at Commission's discretion).
- Document verification: Candidates must produce original certificates supporting educational qualification, age, category, and domicile.
- Written examination: Single paper of 3 hours duration with 120 multiple-choice questions.
- Syllabus available on official JKPSC website.
- Examination centers: Srinagar and Jammu (allotment at Commission's discretion).
- Document verification: Candidates must produce original certificates supporting educational qualification, age, category, and domicile.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
Open Merit (OM), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Actual Line of Control/International Border (ALC/IB), Persons Settled in Pakistan (PSP), Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
📂 Required Documents
- Date of Birth Certificate (Secondary School/Matric Certificate).
- Domicile Certificate of the UT of J&K.
- Graduation Degree.
- Postgraduate (PG) Degree.
- NET/SET/SLET/PhD certificate (any one).
- Category Certificate (if claiming reservation benefit).
- Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates).
- In-service certificate signed by HOD (for in-service candidates).
- M.Phil/PhD/JRF/NET/SET certificate (if claiming weightage).
- Experience certificates (up to 5 years).
- List of books/research papers published (if applicable).
- Gold Medal/Award certificates (if applicable).
- Domicile Certificate of the UT of J&K.
- Graduation Degree.
- Postgraduate (PG) Degree.
- NET/SET/SLET/PhD certificate (any one).
- Category Certificate (if claiming reservation benefit).
- Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates).
- In-service certificate signed by HOD (for in-service candidates).
- M.Phil/PhD/JRF/NET/SET certificate (if claiming weightage).
- Experience certificates (up to 5 years).
- List of books/research papers published (if applicable).
- Gold Medal/Award certificates (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
- General Category: ₹1,200.
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/ALC/IB/PSP/EWS): ₹700.
- Physically Handicapped Candidates (PHC): Nil.
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/ALC/IB/PSP/EWS): ₹700.
- Physically Handicapped Candidates (PHC): Nil.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment drive by the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) to fill 70 backlog vacancies for Assistant Professor positions across 24 disciplines in Government Colleges under the Higher Education Department of Jammu & Kashmir.
Q.
How many vacancies are available in the JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
A total of 70 backlog vacancies are available across 24 disciplines, with Political Science having the highest number at 23 posts.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
The last date to complete the online application, including fee payment and document upload, is 31 August 2026. The application form is available from 1 August 2026.
Q.
What are the educational qualifications required for the JKPSC Assistant Professor posts?
Candidates generally need a Master's Degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Differently Abled/pre-1991 PhD holders) in the relevant subject, along with NET/SLET/SET, or a PhD as per UGC regulations. Specific discipline-wise qualifications are detailed in the official notification.
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What is the age limit for the JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
As of 1 January 2026, the age limit is 40 years for Open Merit and in-service/government candidates, 43 years for reserved categories, and 42 years for Physically Challenged candidates.