JKSSB Recruitment 2026
Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026
👁️ 17 Vacancies for Junior Ophthalmic Technician
Overview
The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 08 of 2026 for recruitment to 518 government vacancies across various departments. Out of these, the Health & Medical Education Department has announced 421 vacancies, including 17 posts of Junior Ophthalmic Technician. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for Ophthalmic Assistant/Optometry diploma holders looking for a government job in Jammu & Kashmir.
| Organization | JKSSB |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 08 of 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Ophthalmic Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 17 |
| Department | Health & Medical Education Department |
| Pay Level | Level-4 (7th Pay Commission) |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Document Verification |
| Application Starts | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 09 October 2026 |
Why this recruitment is important?
✔ 17 Government vacancies for Junior Ophthalmic Technician.
✔ Level-4 Pay Matrix under 7th CPC.
✔ Permanent Government Job.
✔ Recruitment through JKSSB Written Examination.
✔ 17 Government vacancies for Junior Ophthalmic Technician.
✔ Level-4 Pay Matrix under 7th CPC.
✔ Permanent Government Job.
✔ Recruitment through JKSSB Written Examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 04 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 October 2026 |
Important Information for Candidates
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Domicile | Only candidates who possess a valid Jammu & Kashmir Domicile Certificate on or before the last date of application (09 October 2026) are eligible to apply. |
| Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026) |
Open Merit: 40 Years SC/ST/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB/EWS: 43 Years PwBD: 42 Years Ex-Servicemen: As per JKSSB Rules |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹600 SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS/PwBD: ₹500 |
| Mode of Application | Online Only |
| Selection Process |
Written Examination (OMR Based) Document Verification |
| Exam Pattern | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark (1/4th) will be deducted for every incorrect answer. |
| Language of Exam | English Only |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification for the Junior Ophthalmic Technician post on or before the closing date of application. |
| Documents Required |
• Domicile Certificate • Educational Qualification Certificates • Category Certificate (if applicable) • Recent Photograph & Signature • Valid Photo ID Proof |
| Admit Card | Will be released approximately one week before the examination on the official JKSSB website. |
Important: Carefully verify all details before submitting the application. Once submitted, correction of application details is generally not permitted. Candidates should keep all original documents ready for Document Verification. The written examination will be conducted in English and will include negative marking. 0
