📋 Complete Notification Details
Assistant Professor and Librarian (Backlog Vacancies)
The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of 6 backlog vacancies for Assistant Professor and Librarian posts in the Higher Education Department. Eligible domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir can apply online.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) |
| Post Names | Assistant Professor (Bio Medical Engg., Electrical & Electronics, ECE), Librarian |
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Notification No. | 07-PSC (DR-P) OF 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Government (Gazetted) |
| Official Website | www.jkpsc.nic.in |
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:6
Discipline-wise Vacancy Details
| Item No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale (Pre-revised ₹) | Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) | Reservation Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Professor (Bio Medical Engineering) | 2 | ₹15,600 - ₹39,100 + AGP ₹6,000 | 40 years (43 for reserved, 42 for PwBD) | 1 OM, 1 RBA |
| 2 | Assistant Professor (Electrical & Electronics) | 2 | 1 OM, 1 RBA | ||
| 3 | Assistant Professor (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | 1 | 1 OM | ||
| 4 | Librarian | 1 | 1 OM | ||
| Total | 6 | ||||
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (All Engineering Disciplines) | B.E./B.Tech and Master's degree in the relevant branch with First Class or equivalent in either degree. | As per AICTE/UGC norms. |
| Librarian | Master's degree in Library Science/Information Science/Documentation Science with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD/Ph.D. holders pre-1991). | Must have cleared NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009 (exempts from NET/SLET/SET). Good academic record and knowledge of computerization of library are required. |
Educational Qualification & Experience:For Assistant Professors: B.E./B.Tech and Master's with First Class. For Librarian: Master's in Library Science with 55% marks and NET/Ph.D. as specified.
Skills:Teaching, research, library management (for Librarian), computerization of library, subject matter expertise.
Age Limit:As on 1st January 2026: Maximum 40 years for Open Merit, 43 years for Reserved Categories, 42 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and 40 years for In-service/Government candidates.
Salary (per month): Pre-revised Pay Scale: ₹15,600 - ₹39,100 + AGP ₹6,000 per month.
Selection Procedure:
- Written Examination: A single paper of 3 hours with 120 Multiple Choice Questions. Syllabus is available on the JKPSC website.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents.
Application Fee: ₹1,200 for General/OBC, ₹700 for SC/ST, and Nil for PwBD candidates. Fee must be paid online.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates who wish to apply for the JKPSC recruitment must follow the online application process below.
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.jkpsc.nic.in.
- One Time Registration (OTR): Ensure your OTR profile is updated. New users must create an OTR profile.
- Find Recruitment Link: Click on the application link for Notification No. 07-PSC (DR-P) OF 2026.
- 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).
- Submit & Pay Fee: Submit the form and pay the applicable fee online.
- 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): Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official Website: https://www.jkpsc.nic.in
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Eligibility: This recruitment is for Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Check the specific qualification, NET/Ph.D. requirements, and age limits for the post.
- 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.
- Backlog Vacancies: This notification is for backlog vacancies (1st Special Drive) from an earlier notification.
- Official Notification: Read the full official notification for detailed instructions, syllabus, and other important terms and conditions.