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Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) Invites Application for 205 Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

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Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 205 Posts
Last Date
⏰ 31 August 2026
📄 Download Official Notification (PDF) 🏛️ Official Website (www.jkpsc.nic.in) 📝 How to Apply ↓ ⚡ Quick Highlights ↓

Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
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Total Vacancies
205 Posts
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Salary / Pay Scale
The pay scale is Level-10: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82...
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Application Mode
Online
Last Date to Apply
31 August 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission 📑 Advt / Notification No. 05-PSC(DR-P) OF 2026
💼 Post Name Assistant Professor, College Director of Physical Education & Sports, and Librarian 📍 Job Location Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
🎓 Qualification Varies by post. Requires Master's degree with specified marks, NET/SLET/SET qualification (or Ph.D. exemption), and specific subject requirements. Detailed qualifications are available in the official notification. 🎂 Age Criteria As on 1st January 2026: 40 years for Open Merit, 43 years for Reserved Categories, and 42 years for Physical Challenged.
💵 Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (No Fee / Free) 🎯 Selection Method Selection is through a Written Examination (120 MCQs, 3 hours) followed by Document Verification.
🌐 Official Website www.jkpsc.nic.in ↗ 📄 Notification Document Download Official PDF ↓

📋 Complete Notification Details

Assistant Professor, College Director of Physical Education & Sports, and Librarian

Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC)

The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of 205 Assistant Professors, College Directors of Physical Education & Sports, and Librarians in Government Degree Colleges. Eligible domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir can apply online.

Quick Overview
Particular Details
OrganizationJammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC)
Post NamesAssistant Professor, College Director of Physical Education & Sports, Librarian
Total Vacancies205
Notification No.05-PSC(DR-P) OF 2026
Application ModeOnline
Job TypeGovernment (Gazetted)
Official Websitewww.jkpsc.nic.in
Various Locations, Jammu & Kashmir, IN

Employment Type:FULL_TIME

Number of Vacancies:205

Discipline-wise & Category-wise Vacancy Details

Discipline/Post OM Backward Area SC ST-1 ST-2 EWS LAC/IB OBC Total
Arabic100000001
Biochemistry101000002
Botany10223221224
Chemistry11323321227
Clinical Biochemistry100000001
Commerce311110007
Computer Application101000002
Dogri101000002
Economics311110007
Education4111110110
Electronics100000001
English6112111114
Functional English100000001
Geography4111110110
Hindi101000002
History301110006
Home Science301110006
Islamic Studies100000001
Mathematics310110018
Music101000002
Physics9222221222
Philosophy100000001
Political Science301110006
Psychology101000002
Statistics101000002
Urdu201100004
Zoology9212221221
College Director of Physical Education & Sports311111019
Librarian201100004
Total911626231912513205

Eligibility Criteria

Post Educational Qualification Additional Criteria
Assistant ProfessorMaster's degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Differently Abled/Ph.D. holders pre-1991) + NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. with UGC regulations exemption (with conditions) OR Ph.D. from a Top 500 foreign university (QS/THE/ARWU).For Music: Alternative qualification for traditional/professional artists with "A" grade AIR/Doordarshan. For Computer Application: Requires 60% marks (55% for reserved categories).
College Director of Physical Education & SportsMaster's degree in Physical Education & Sports/Sports Science (55% marks) + NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. with UGC regulations exemption (with conditions) OR Asian/Commonwealth Games Medal winner with Post Graduation.Must have represented University/College at inter-university/collegiate competitions. Must pass physical fitness test as per UGC Regulations 2018.
LibrarianMaster's degree in Library Science/Information Science (55% marks) + NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. with UGC regulations exemption (with conditions).Knowledge of computerization of a library, consistently good academic record.

Educational Qualification & Experience:Varies by post. Requires Master's degree with specified marks, NET/SLET/SET qualification (or Ph.D. exemption), and specific subject requirements. Detailed qualifications are available in the official notification.

Skills:Teaching, research, library management, physical education and sports expertise (for Director), subject matter expertise.

Age Limit:As on 1st January 2026: Open Merit (40 years), Reserved Categories (43 years), In-service/Government (40 years), Physical Challenged (42 years). Relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.

Salary (per month): Level-10 Pay Matrix: ₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400 per month for all posts.

Selection Procedure:

  1. Written Examination: A single paper of 3 hours with 120 Multiple Choice Questions. Syllabus is available on the JKPSC website.
  2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents.

Application Fee: ₹1,200 for General, ₹700 for Reserved Categories, Nil for PHC candidates. Fee must be paid online after successful submission of the application.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

Candidates who wish to apply for the JKPSC recruitment must follow the online application process below.

  1. Visit Official Website: Go to www.jkpsc.nic.in.
  2. One Time Registration (OTR): Ensure your OTR profile is updated. New users must create an OTR profile.
  3. Find Recruitment Link: Click on the application link for Notification No. 05-PSC(DR-P) OF 2026.
  4. Fill Application: Fill the online application form accurately. Upload the required documents (photograph and signature in the specified format and size: 10kB to 20kB, *.jpeg or *.jpg).
  5. Submit & Pay Fee: Submit the form and pay the applicable fee online.
  6. Download Confirmation: After successful payment, download and print the final application form for future reference.

Important: The application window is open from 1st August 2026 to 31st August 2026. An editing window for some fields will be available from 1st to 3rd September 2026. No hard copy of the application is required to be sent to the Commission.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Release Date: 31st July 2026
Online Application Start Date: 1st August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 31st August 2026
Application Editing Window: 1st to 3rd September 2026

Official Notification (PDF):

Official Website:

Key Instructions for Candidates

  • Eligibility: This recruitment is exclusively for Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Check the specific qualification, NET/Ph.D. requirements, and age limits for the post/discipline you are applying for.
  • Application Mode: Applications are accepted only online through the JKPSC website.
  • One Time Registration: Update your OTR profile before starting the application.
  • Document Upload: Upload all mandatory documents (DOB, Domicile, Degree, NET/PhD, Category certificates, etc.) in the prescribed format. No further opportunity for uploading documents will be provided after the cut-off date.
  • Examination Centre: The written examination will be held at Srinagar and Jammu centres. Candidates must choose their preferred centre during application.
  • Admit Card: Admit cards will be available for download on the JKPSC website about two weeks before the examination date.
  • Official Notification: Read the full official notification for detailed instructions, syllabus, and other important terms and conditions.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are announced?
A total of 205 vacancies have been announced across 27 disciplines and 2 other posts.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 31st August 2026. The editing window is from 1st to 3rd September 2026.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹1,200 for General, ₹700 for Reserved Categories, and Nil for PHC candidates.
What is the pay scale?
The pay scale is Level-10: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 per month.
What is the selection process?
Selection is through a Written Examination (120 MCQs, 3 hours) followed by Document Verification.
Where will the examination be held?
The examination will be held at Srinagar and Jammu centres.
What is the age limit?
As on 1st January 2026: 40 years for Open Merit, 43 years for Reserved Categories, and 42 years for Physical Challenged.
How can I apply?
You can apply online through the official JKPSC website: www.jkpsc.nic.in.
Is this the backlog notification?
No. This is a fresh vacancy notification (05-PSC(DR-P) of 2026) and is separate from the backlog vacancy notification.
Where can I find the syllabus?
The syllabus for the written examination is available on the official JKPSC website.