JKPSC Fresh Recruitment for 69 Posts
JKPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 69 Assistant Professor (Backlog Vacancies) Posts in Higher Education Department
The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has invited online applications from eligible domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir for the recruitment of Assistant Professor (Backlog Vacancies) in various disciplines in the Higher Education Department.
Organization
Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC)
Department
Higher Education Department, Jammu & Kashmir
Post Name
Assistant Professor (Backlog Vacancies)
Total Vacancies
69 Posts
Notification No.
06-PSC (DR-P) of 2026
Notification Date
31-07-2026
Job Location
Jammu & Kashmir
Pay Scale
Level-10
Pre-revised Pay Band: Rs. 15,600 – 39,100 + AGP Rs. 6,000 (Pre-revised Rs. 57,000)
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 01-08-2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 31-08-2026
Application Edit Window: 01-09-2026 to 03-09-2026
Application Fee
General Category: Rs. 1,200
Reserved Categories: Rs. 700
PHC Candidates: Nil
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
OM: 40 Years
Reserved Categories: 43 Years
In-service/Government Candidates: 40 Years
Physically Challenged Candidates: 42 Years
Educational Qualification
Assistant Professor
Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Differently Abled candidates) in the relevant subject from a recognized University.
Candidates should have qualified NET/SET/SLET or possess a Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations, wherever applicable.
For disciplines where NET/SLET/SET is not conducted, the requirement is exempted as per UGC norms.
Music Discipline
Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with prescribed qualifications or a traditional/professional artist having highly commendable professional achievements as specified in the notification.
Vacancy Details
English Literature: 01
Mathematics: 01
Chemistry: 02
Sociology: 01
Political Science: 23
Geology: 01
Persian: 01
Arabic: 01
Punjabi: 06
Anthropology: 03
Clinical Biochemistry: 01
Nutrition: 01
Water Management: 02
Kashmiri: 03
Agriculture Technology: 02
Functional English: 02
Industrial Chemistry: 01
Islamic Studies: 01
Music & Instrument Vocal: 02
Information Technology: 02
Horticulture Technology: 01
Music: 02
Statistics: 07
Veterinary Technology: 03
Domicile
Applicant must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and possess a valid Domicile Certificate.
Mandatory Documents
Date of Birth Certificate (Matric Certificate)
Domicile Certificate
Graduation Degree
Post Graduation Degree
NET/SET/SLET/Ph.D. Certificate (where applicable)
Additional Documents (If Applicable)
Category Certificate
Disability Certificate
In-service Certificate
M.Phil/Ph.D./JRF/NET/SET/SLET Certificates
Experience Certificates
Research Publications
Gold Medal Certificate
National/State/Institution Awards
Post Doctorate Certificate
Selection Process
Selection shall be made as per Rule 45 of the J&K Public Service Commission (Business & Procedure) Rules, 2021.
Written Examination Pattern
Single paper examination
Duration: 3 Hours
120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Examination Centres
Srinagar
Jammu
How to Apply
Candidates are required to apply online through the JKPSC website after completing One Time Registration (OTR). Upload the required documents, pay the application fee online, and submit the application before the last date.
Notification – Filling up of the posts of Assistant Professor (Backlog vacancies ) in HED JK 01_08