The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has unveiled a major recruitment drive for 508 Junior Engineer (Civil) positions in the Public Works (R&B) and Jal Shakti Departments. This exclusive opportunity is open only to domiciled candidates of Jammu & Kashmir, offering a pathway to secure a government job in the Union Territory’s infrastructure sector. With a streamlined selection process based solely on a written examination (no interview), aspiring engineers can apply online from 5 May to 3 June 2025. Below is a detailed guide to help candidates navigate eligibility, exam patterns, and application procedures.
JKSSB JE (Civil) Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil) |
| Departments | Public Works (R&B) and Jal Shakti |
| Total Vacancies | 508 |
| Eligibility | J&K Domicile Required |
| Selection Process | Written Exam Only (No Interview) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Diploma in Civil Engineering from a government-recognized institute/university.
- Candidates must possess a valid J&K Domicile Certificate.
Age Limit (as of 1 January 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age relaxation applies for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) as per J&K government norms.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 24 April 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 5 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 3 June 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be Announced |
| Written Exam Date | To be Notified |
Vacancy Distribution
All 508 vacancies are for Civil Engineering roles, distributed across two key departments:
- Public Works (R&B) Department
- Jal Shakti Department
Note: Category-wise and department-wise vacancy splits will be specified in the official notification.
How to Apply Online for JKSSB JE (Civil) 2025
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to jkssb.nic.in.
- Register: Click “New Registration” and generate login credentials.
- Fill Application Form: Log in, enter personal, educational, and contact details. Select your preferred department (PWD or Jal Shakti).
- Upload Documents:
- Scanned photograph (JPEG, 50–100 KB).
- Signature (JPEG, 20–50 KB).
- Domicile and educational certificates (PDF, under 1 MB).
- Pay Application Fee:
- General/OBC: ₹500
- SC/ST/PWD: ₹250
- Submit & Save: Review details and download the confirmation page.
Selection Process
The recruitment process involves only a written exam (no interview):
- Written Exam Format:
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Sections:
- General Awareness & Reasoning: 40 marks
- Civil Engineering (Technical): 60 marks
- Total Marks: 100
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
Final Merit List: Based on written exam scores.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Check Here |
| Apply Link | Check Here |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available for Junior Engineer (Civil)?
- 508 vacancies across the Public Works (R&B) and Jal Shakti Departments.
Q2. Is an interview part of the selection process?
- No. Recruitment is based only on written exam performance.
Q3. Can non-domiciled candidates apply?
- No. Only J&K domicile holders are eligible.
Q4. What is the exam pattern?
- 100-mark CBT with General Awareness, Reasoning, and Technical Civil Engineering sections.
Q5. When will admit cards be released?
- Tentatively 2–3 weeks before the exam. Check jkssb.nic.in for updates.
