The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially released a revised examination schedule for several OMR-Based Written Examinations to be conducted for various posts in the Health & Medical Education Department, Agriculture Production Department, Finance Department, and other departments. The notification was issued on 31 July 2026, superseding previous examination notices issued on the subject.
The revised calendar provides fresh examination dates for multiple recruitment posts, ensuring candidates have a clear roadmap for the upcoming recruitment examinations. Along with the revised dates, JKSSB has also informed candidates that admit cards will be issued seven days before the respective examination dates.
If you are preparing for any of the listed JKSSB recruitment examinations, it is important to carefully check the revised schedule and continue monitoring the official website for further updates.
JKSSB Revises OMR-Based Examination Schedule
According to the official notification, JKSSB has rescheduled the OMR-based written examinations for several advertised posts. The revised examination calendar replaces earlier notifications related to these examinations.
The Board has clarified that all concerned candidates should treat the dates mentioned in Annexure “A” of the latest notification as the updated examination schedule.
The notification has been issued under the signature of Reyaz Ahmed Malik (JKAS), Controller of Examinations, JKSSB, dated 31 July 2026.
JKSSB Admit Card 2026
Candidates appearing for these examinations should note the following important instruction:
- Admit Cards will be released seven (07) days before the respective examination date.
- Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official JKSSB website for admit cards, notices, and other important announcements.
JKSSB Revised Exam Schedule 2026
Below is the revised examination calendar released by JKSSB.
| S. No. | Post | Department | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CSSD Attendant/Nursing Aid Grade-III | Health & Medical Education Department | 06 September 2026 (Sunday) |
| 2 | BCG Technician | Health & Medical Education Department | 10 September 2026 (Thursday) |
| 3 | Para Medical Assistant | Health & Medical Education Department | 10 September 2026 (Thursday) |
| 4 | Barber/Dhobi/Junior Dhobi | Health & Medical Education Department | 15 September 2026 (Tuesday) |
| 5 | Junior X-Ray Technician | Health & Medical Education Department | 16 September 2026 (Wednesday) |
| 6 | Female MPHW/Male Multipurpose Health Worker | Health & Medical Education Department | 20 September 2026 (Sunday) |
| 7 | Junior Theatre Technician | Health & Medical Education Department | 24 September 2026 (Thursday) |
| 8 | Health Educator | Health & Medical Education Department | 27 September 2026 (Sunday) |
| 9 | Junior Health Inspector (FW) | Health & Medical Education Department | 06 October 2026 (Tuesday) |
| 10 | Technician Grade-III (Lab Group)/Technician Grade-II (Medical Group) | Health & Medical Education Department | 07 October 2026 (Wednesday) |
| 11 | Dresser/Junior Pharmacist | Health & Medical Education Department | 11 October 2026 (Sunday) |
| 12 | Junior Laboratory Technician | Health & Medical Education Department | 14 October 2026 (Wednesday) |
| 13 | Driver | Agriculture Production Department & Other Departments | 18 October 2026 (Sunday) |
| 14 | Attendant General Cadre (AGC) Grade-II/Barber Grade-III | Health & Medical Education Department | 21 October 2026 (Wednesday) |
| 15 | Accounts Assistant | Finance Department | 15 November 2026 (Sunday) |
Posts Covered Under the Revised Schedule
The revised examination calendar includes recruitment for several important posts such as:
- CSSD Attendant/Nursing Aid Grade-III
- BCG Technician
- Para Medical Assistant
- Barber/Junior Dhobi
- Junior X-Ray Technician
- Female MPHW
- Male Multipurpose Health Worker
- Junior Theatre Technician
- Health Educator
- Junior Health Inspector
- Technician Grade-II
- Technician Grade-III
- Junior Pharmacist
- Junior Laboratory Technician
- Driver
- AGC Grade-II
- Accounts Assistant
These examinations are being conducted for recruitments advertised under different JKSSB notifications.
Why This Revised Schedule Matters
Recruitment examinations conducted by JKSSB attract thousands of applicants across Jammu and Kashmir. A revised examination calendar allows candidates to:
- Reorganize their study plans.
- Avoid confusion regarding examination dates.
- Prepare according to the latest schedule.
- Download admit cards on time.
- Plan travel arrangements if examination centres are located outside their districts.
Since the examinations are spread across September, October and November 2026, candidates now have sufficient time to prepare according to their respective examination dates.
Preparation Tips for JKSSB Candidates
With the revised calendar now available, candidates should use the available time effectively.
1. Prepare According to Your Exam Date
Candidates whose examinations are scheduled earlier in September should prioritize completing the syllabus quickly, while those appearing in October or November can divide their preparation into multiple revision cycles.
2. Practice OMR-Based Tests
As these are OMR-based examinations, practicing offline mock tests can improve speed and reduce marking mistakes.
3. Revise Previous Topics
Instead of continuously studying new material, allocate enough time for revision of previously covered topics.
4. Solve Previous Papers
Previous years’ question papers help understand the pattern, difficulty level and frequently asked topics.
5. Stay Updated
Candidates should regularly check official JKSSB notifications regarding:
- Admit Cards
- Examination Centres
- Reporting Time
- Instructions for Candidates
- Any further rescheduling
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should remember the following:
- Admit cards will be issued 7 days before the examination.
- Carry a printed admit card to the examination centre.
- Reach the examination venue before the reporting time.
- Read all instructions mentioned on the admit card carefully.
- Keep checking the official JKSSB website for any updates.
Examination Timeline at a Glance
The revised calendar is spread over nearly two months:
- September 2026: Multiple Health & Medical Education Department examinations.
- October 2026: Technician, Pharmacist, Driver and AGC examinations.
- November 2026: Accounts Assistant examination.
This staggered schedule is expected to help candidates preparing for different recruitment posts.
What Candidates Should Do Next
Now that the revised examination schedule has been announced, candidates should:
- Verify their advertised post.
- Note the revised examination date.
- Continue preparing according to the updated schedule.
- Keep all required documents ready.
- Download the admit card immediately after its release.
- Follow only official notifications for authentic information.
The release of the JKSSB Exam Calendar 2026 Revised brings much-needed clarity for thousands of candidates waiting for the OMR-based written examinations. The updated schedule covers important recruitment examinations across the Health & Medical Education Department, Agriculture Production Department, Finance Department and other departments.
Candidates should make the best use of the remaining preparation time and stay updated through official notifications. Since admit cards will be released seven days before each examination, regular monitoring of the JKSSB website remains essential.
A well-planned preparation strategy, consistent revision, and timely awareness of official announcements can significantly improve a candidate’s readiness for these competitive examinations.
Official PDF Notification
Download PDF: https://jkssb.nic.in/Pdf/notice1_31072026.pdf
