JKSSB Disaster Management Cadre Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 72 Sub Inspector, Junior Librarian & Depot Assistant Posts

i Updated on August 2, 2026 by Monty Singh

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The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released a fresh notification for 72 Divisional Cadre posts requisitioned by the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction. The recruitment covers seven different posts — Sub-Inspector, Junior Librarian, Depot Assistant, Draftsman (Civil), Junior Statistical Assistant, Library Assistant and Motor Vehicle Traffic Assistant. Pay runs from ₹14,800 at the entry level up to ₹92,300, so there is something here for 10th pass candidates as well as graduates looking for government jobs in Jammu and Kashmir.

Important Note: Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying online. Please ensure you fulfill all eligibility criteria regarding age, educational qualification, and other requirements to avoid application rejection.

Key Highlights — JKSSB Disaster Management Cadre

The JKSSB is the main recruiting body for non-gazetted posts in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. This particular advertisement fills vacancies across several departments but all of them come through the indent of the Disaster Management Department under the PM Package.

Total Vacancies: 72 posts
Salary / Pay Level: ₹14,800 – ₹92,300 (SL-1 to Level-5)
Job Location: Kashmir Division, Jammu and Kashmir
Application Start Date: 10 August 2026
Last Date to Apply: 8 September 2026

Vacancy Breakdown — Post-Wise

Here is the complete post-wise vacancy position. Note that Sub-Inspector carries the largest share with 39 posts, followed by Depot Assistant with 14 posts.

Post Name	Pay Level	Vacancies
Sub-Inspector	Level-4	39
Depot Assistant	SL-1	14
Junior Librarian	Level-4	10
Library Assistant	Level-2	5
Jr Statistical Assistant	Level-5	2
Draftsman (Civil)	Level-4	1
Motor Vehicle Assistant	Level-2	1
Total		72

What is the Salary for JKSSB Disaster Management Cadre Posts 2026?

The pay for these posts follows the Jammu and Kashmir pay matrix, and it varies by post. The notification states the pay level for each post clearly.

Junior Statistical Assistant: Level-5, ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Sub-Inspector / Junior Librarian / Draftsman (Civil): Level-4, ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Library Assistant / Motor Vehicle Traffic Assistant: Level-2, ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Depot Assistant: SL-1, ₹14,800 – ₹47,100

The starting basic pay ranges from ₹14,800 for Depot Assistant up to ₹29,200 for Junior Statistical Assistant.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

The qualification is different for every post, so read your own post’s row carefully:

Sub-Inspector: Graduation from any recognised university
Junior Librarian: Bachelor’s degree in Library Science from a recognised university
Library Assistant: Graduate degree from any recognised university, with a degree or diploma in Library Science
Draftsman (Civil): Two-year Draftsman Training Course certificate or diploma
Motor Vehicle Traffic Assistant: 10th pass with a two-year ITI in Motor Mechanic Vehicle, plus a driving licence.
Depot Assistant: Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised board or university

Age Limit

Age is counted as on 1 January 2026. Candidates must not be born after 1 January 2008.

Age eligibility check karein

Apni janm tithi daaliye — 1 January 2026 ke hisaab se turant pata chal jayega.

Date of Birth

Age relaxation: SC, ST-1, ST-2, RBA, ALC-IB, EWS, aur OBC ko 3 saal, aur Physically Challenged ko 2 saal ki chhoot milti hai.

Category	Maximum Age
Open Merit (OM)	40 years
Reserved Categories	43 years
Physically Challenged	42 years

Selection Process

The selection is straightforward — there is no interview. Your entire merit depends on one written exam.

Stage 1: Written / OMR Objective Exam

The Board conducts an objective-type multiple choice examination in OMR mode. The question paper is set in English only. There is negative marking of one-fourth (¼) mark for every wrong answer, so avoid blind guessing. The final merit list is prepared only from this written exam.

Stage 2: Document Verification

Candidates who qualify from the written exam are called for document verification with original certificates proving qualification, category, domicile and DOB.

How to Apply Online

Before you begin, keep these ready: matriculation certificate, qualification certificates, domicile, category certificate, a scanned photograph, signature, and payment method.

Visit the official website (direct link given in the Important Links section below).
Register yourself using a valid email address and mobile number to generate your login details.
Log in and select the item number of the post you want to apply for.
Fill in your personal, qualification and category details exactly as they appear on your certificates.
Upload your scanned photograph, signature and the required documents in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online through net banking, credit card or debit card.
Submit the form and download the printout of your completed application.

JKSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee — Category-Wise Details

Category	Fee
Open Merit, OBC, RBA and ALC-IB	₹600
SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD	₹500

The fee is payable online only, through net banking, credit card or debit card. No category is exempted from the fee, and the amount is non-refundable, so fill your form carefully before paying.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	8 July 2026
Application Start Date	10 August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	8 September 2026
Written Exam Date	To be announced

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies announced?▾

The total number of vacancies is 72, which includes posts like Sub-Inspector, Depot Assistant, Junior Librarian, and others.

Who is eligible to apply for these specific posts?▾

For this specific notification under the PM’s Special Employment Package, only eligible candidates as defined in the official advertisement (like Kashmiri Migrants and Non-Migrant Kashmiri Pandits) can apply. Always verify your eligibility in the official PDF.

What is the last date to submit the application form?▾

The online application portal closes on 8 September 2026 (23:59 hrs). Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid server issues.

What is the application fee for the exam?▾

The application fee is ₹600 for General (OM), OBC, RBA, and ALC-IB categories, and ₹500 for SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD categories.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?▾

Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026, with additional age relaxation available for reserved categories as per government rules.

Is there any interview in the selection process?▾

No, there is no interview. Selection is based purely on a written OMR-based objective exam followed by document verification for qualifying candidates.

Is there negative marking in the written exam?▾

Yes, there is negative marking of one-fourth (¼) mark for every wrong answer, so candidates should attempt questions carefully.

Which department has issued this recruitment notification?▾

This recruitment has been issued by JKSSB against the requisition of the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction under the PM Package.