JKPSC Assistant Professor (Computer Application) Recruitment – Appellate Authority Decision Released [29 July 2025]
Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has officially issued a notification regarding the filling up of Assistant Professor (Computer Application) posts in the Higher Education Department. The update, released on 29th July 2025, outlines the decision of the Appellate Authority concerning the eligibility of several candidates whose applications had previously been rejected.
📌 Key Details from the Notification
- Notification Date: 29.07.2025
- Post: Assistant Professor (Computer Application)
- Department: Higher Education Department
- Relevant Notification: No. 06-PSC (DR-P) of 2023, dated 01.03.2023
- Written Test Conducted On: 29.08.2024
- Written Test Result Declared On: 05.11.2024 (vide Notification No. PSC/Exam/S/2024/67)
🧾 Eligibility Criteria as per Official Notification
To be eligible for the post of Assistant Professor in Computer Application, candidates must have:
- A good academic record, with at least 55% marks at Master’s degree level in the relevant subject from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from a foreign university.
- The candidate must have cleared NET/SLET/SET conducted by UGC, CSIR, or similar bodies.
- Candidates with Ph.D. degrees in accordance with UGC regulations (2009) are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement.
- NET/SLET/SET is not required for candidates with Master’s degrees in disciplines where these tests are not conducted.
📄 Reason for Document Scrutiny and Rejection
Upon scrutiny of the documents, JKPSC rejected 8 candidates due to lack of required qualifications as prescribed in the advertisement notification. The candidates were notified through Notice dated 13.06.2025 with the option to submit appeals before the Appellate Authority.
👨⚖️ Final Decision by Appellate Authority
The appeals of the candidates were reviewed by the Appellate Authority of the Commission, and the decisions are as follows:
| S. No. | Name of Candidate | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mujib Dul Islam | ✅ Accepted |
| 2 | Waseem Ashraf | ✅ Accepted |
| 3 | Furqan Yaqoob Khan Gujjar | ✅ Accepted |
| 4 | Haneet Kour | ✅ Accepted |
| 5 | Kuljeet Singh | ✅ Accepted |
| 6 | Namrata Karpiala | ❌ Rejected – Qualified M.Tech in IT and Communication, not Computer Application |
| 7 | Nisar Ahmad | ❌ Rejected – Same reason as above |
| 8 | Preeti Devi | ❌ Rejected – Did not meet NET/SLET/SET criteria |
📝 Note: Candidates Namrata Karpiala and Nisar Ahmad, despite having M.Tech qualifications, were found to be lacking specific relevance to Computer Applications. Similarly, Preeti Devi’s claim on exemption from NET/SLET/SET was found invalid.
📤 Important Takeaways for Candidates
- Candidates must ensure strict compliance with eligibility criteria mentioned in the advertisement.
- Degrees must specifically relate to Computer Applications, not just Information Technology or Communication.
- Only those meeting NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. regulations under UGC guidelines will be considered eligible.
📚 Conclusion
JKPSC’s latest notification highlights the importance of matching qualifications to the advertised subject area. With only five out of eight appeals accepted, candidates are advised to carefully review eligibility requirements in future advertisements before applying. This step ensures transparency, fairness, and merit-based recruitment in the academic sector of Jammu & Kashmir.
For more official updates and recruitment news, keep visiting the JKPSC official website.