📋 Complete Notification Details
The Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of Medical Officers. This is a significant opportunity for MBBS graduates seeking government employment in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Interested candidates can apply online via the official JKPSC website.
JKPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) |
| Post Name | Medical Officer (Allopathic) |
| Total Vacancies | 480 |
| Apply Start Date | 05.01.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 04.02.2026 |
| Official Website | www.jkpsc.nic.in |
Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (Allopathic) | 480 | Level-9 (52700-166700) |
Eligibility for Medical Officer (Allopathic)
- Essential: MBBS or Possession of recognized Graduate Medical Qualification included in the first or second schedule or part-II of the 3rd Scheduled (other than licentiate qualifications) to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. Holders of education qualifications included in part-II of the 3rd Scheduled should fulfill the conditions stipulated in sub-section (3) of section (13) of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
- Experience: Refer to official notification.
- Desirable: Refer to official notification.
Age Limit
- Open Merit (OM): 40 years (Not born after 01.01.2007, Not born before 01.01.1985)
- PHC: 42 years (Not born after 01.01.2007, Not born before 01.01.1983)
- SC/ST-1, ST-2, Backward areas, OBC, EWS, ALC/IB: 43 years (Not born after 01.01.2007, Not born before 01.01.1982)
- In Service Candidate/Government: 40 years (Not born after 01.01.2007, Not born before 01.01.1985)
Application Fee
- General Category: Rs. 1200.00
- Reserved Category: Rs. 700.00
- Physically Challenged Candidates: Nil
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a written test comprising Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The standard of questions will be similar to the National Entrance Eligible Test (NEET) for admission to PG courses. The exam will be 2 hours duration with 100 questions. There will be negative marking (deduction of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer).
Important Links:
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for JKPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date is 04 February 2026.
Q2: What is the qualification required for JKPSC Medical Officer?
A: Candidates must possess an MBBS degree or a recognized Graduate Medical Qualification.
Q3: How many vacancies are available?
A: There are 480 vacancies for Medical Officer (Allopathic).