JKSSB Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) vide Advertisement Notification No. 02 of 2026 dated 27 March 2026. A total of 76 vacancies for the post of Draftsman (Civil) under the Jal Shakti Department, J&K have been advertised for Divisional Cadre — Jammu and Kashmir. Eligible candidates can apply online from 15 April 2026 to 14 May 2026 through the official JKSSB website jkssb.nic.in. This is a golden opportunity for candidates holding a Draftsman Training Certificate or Diploma to secure a stable government job in J&K.
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JKSSB Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026 Overview – Apply Online for 76 Draftsman (Civil) Vacancies
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 02 of 2026, Dated: 27.03.2026 |
| Indenting Department | Jal Shakti Department, J&K |
| Post Name | Draftsman (Civil) |
| Cadre | Divisional Cadre – Jammu & Kashmir |
| Total Vacancies | 76 |
| Pay Level | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) |
| Application Mode | Online (jkssb.nic.in) |
| Job Type | J&K Government Job (Direct Recruitment) |
| Application Start Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 May 2026 |
| Domicile Required | J&K Domicile Certificate (valid up to 14.05.2026) |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman Recruitment 2026 is one of the most awaited Sarkari Naukri notifications for J&K candidates in the technical stream. The selection will be made purely on the basis of merit obtained in the Written/OMR Examination. There is no interview. Candidates with a Draftsman Training Certificate or Diploma from a recognized government institute must not miss this opportunity.
JKSSB Draftsman Civil 2026 – Division Wise and Category Wise Vacancy Breakup
The total 76 vacancies for Draftsman (Civil) under Jal Shakti Department are divided between two divisional cadres — Jammu Division and Kashmir Division. Below is the complete category-wise and division-wise vacancy breakup:
| Item No. | Cadre | OM | SC | ST-1 | ST-2 | OBC | ALC/IB | RBA | EWS | Total |
| 20 | Draftsman (Civil) – Div. Jammu | 14 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 33 |
| 21 | Draftsman (Civil) – Div. Kashmir | 18 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 43 |
| Grand Total | 32 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 76 | |
Note: The actual number of posts may undergo an increase or decrease during or before the completion of the selection process. The final selection list will be issued as per the actual number of posts. Candidates applying for Jammu Division and Kashmir Division must select the correct cadre while filling the online application form.
JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Qualification and Domicile
Educational Qualification:
Candidates applying for the post of Draftsman (Civil) under JKSSB Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026 must possess the following minimum educational qualification:
| Post Name | Required Qualification |
| Draftsman (Civil) | Two years Draftsman Training Course Certificate / Diploma from any Government recognized Institute |
Candidates must have obtained the qualification on or before the cut-off date, i.e., 14 May 2026. Candidates claiming possession of an equivalent educational qualification must produce a valid Equivalence Certificate from the concerned competent authority as and when required by the Board. Candidates with any qualification other than as prescribed will be summarily rejected at any stage of the selection process.
Domicile Requirement:
Candidates must be Domicile(s) of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format. The Domicile Certificate must be valid on or before the cut-off date of 14 May 2026.
JKSSB Draftsman Civil 2026 Age Limit – Category Wise Age Details as on 01.01.2026
The age limit for JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on 01 January 2026. Below is the complete category-wise age limit:
| Category | Max. Age Limit | Not Born Before | Not Born After |
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 Years | 01.01.1986 | 01.01.2008 |
| SC | 43 Years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ST-1 | 43 Years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ST-2 | 43 Years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| RBA | 43 Years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| ALC/IB | 43 Years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 43 Years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 43 Years | 01.01.1983 | 01.01.2008 |
| Physically Challenged Person (PwBD) | 42 Years | 01.01.1984 | 01.01.2008 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 48 Years | 01.01.1978 | 01.01.2008 |
Date of birth will be verified from the Matriculation Certificate only. Candidates must ensure their date of birth is correctly entered in the application form as per their Matriculation Certificate, as no change will be permitted once the form is submitted.
JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman 2026 Salary – Pay Level and In-Hand Pay Details
The post of Draftsman (Civil) under JKSSB Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026 falls under Pay Level-4 of the J&K Pay Matrix. Below are the pay details:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Basic Pay Range |
| Draftsman (Civil) | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month |
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), Travel Allowance (TA), and other admissible government benefits as per the extant rules of the Government of UT of J&K, making the overall compensation package quite attractive for a government job seeker in Jammu & Kashmir.
JKSSB Draftsman Civil 2026 Application Fee – How Much to Pay and Who is Exempt
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OM / OBC / RBA / ALC/IB / ESM | ₹600/- (Rupees Six Hundred Only) |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | ₹500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only) |
Fee can be paid through online mode only — via Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card. No offline mode of fee payment is available. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected, and no representation against such rejection will be entertained. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman 2026 Selection Process – Written Exam and Document Verification
The selection for the post of Draftsman (Civil) under JKSSB Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026 will be made through the following stages:
- Stage 1 – Written/OMR Examination: Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions. Questions will be set in English language only. There will be negative marking of one-fourth (1/4) marks for each wrong answer. The final merit list will be prepared purely on the basis of marks obtained in this written examination.
- Stage 2 – Document Verification (DV): Candidates shortlisted on the basis of merit in the written exam will be called for Document Verification. Candidates must appear with all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
Important: There is no interview for this post. Selection is purely merit-based on the written/OMR examination. The date, time, and venue of the examination will be notified separately on the official JKSSB website jkssb.nic.in. No TA/DA will be paid for participating in the written test or document verification.
JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 14 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified separately on jkssb.nic.in |
| Admit Card | Available approximately one week before exam date on jkssb.nic.in |
| Syllabus | To be notified separately on jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Draftsman Civil 2026 – Reservation Details for ESM and PwBD Candidates
Horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates is applicable as per extant rules for posts carrying pay up to Level-6E (₹35,900–₹1,13,500). Since Draftsman (Civil) falls under Level-4, ESM candidates are eligible to avail Horizontal Reservation benefits. However, as per S.O. 361 of 2021 dated 20.10.2021, an Ex-Serviceman who has already availed the benefit of Horizontal Reservation in any previous employment cannot avail the same benefit again for any subsequent employment. ESM candidates must submit a duly sworn affidavit before a 1st Class Judicial Magistrate at the time of Document Verification.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates who are otherwise eligible for the post may avail the facility of a Scribe and/or compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination, subject to production of the required medical certificate from the competent authority. PwBD candidates must arrange their own scribe as per the conditions specified in the notification.
How to Apply for JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman Recruitment 2026 – Step by Step Online Application Guide
- Visit the official JKSSB website at jkssb.nic.in
- Click on the link for “Advertisement Notification No. 02 of 2026 – Jal Shakti Department”
- Read the complete notification carefully before proceeding
- Register yourself on the JKSSB online application portal using your active mobile number and email ID
- Log in with your credentials and fill in the online application form carefully — enter your name, date of birth, father’s name, and mother’s name exactly as mentioned in your Matriculation Certificate
- Upload a live photograph, signature (10 KB to 20 KB), Category Certificate (max 100 KB in PDF format), and Qualification/Experience Certificates (self-attested, max 100 KB in PDF format) as required
- Select the correct Item Number — Item 20 for Jammu Division or Item 21 for Kashmir Division — as per your cadre preference
- Pay the application fee of ₹600 (General) or ₹500 (SC/ST/EWS/PwBD) through online mode
- Submit the final application form and note down your Application Number
- Take a printout of the submitted application form and keep it safely for future reference at the time of Document Verification
Important: Only one online application per Item Number is allowed. If more than one application is detected for the same Item Number, the Board will consider only the latest application. Candidates must not submit hard copies of the application form to the JKSSB office either in person or by post.
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JKSSB Draftsman Civil 2026 – Documents Required at the Time of Document Verification
- Printout of the submitted Online Application Form
- Matriculation Certificate (as proof of date of birth)
- Two years Draftsman Training Course Certificate / Diploma from a recognized institute
- Valid Domicile Certificate of J&K (issued on or before 14.05.2026)
- Category Certificate in prescribed format (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/EWS/ALC/IB as applicable), valid up to cut-off date
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate in Form-XIV duly signed by competent authority (for ESM candidates)
- Disability Certificate from competent Medical Board (for PwBD candidates)
- Bonafide Certificate from the University Controller/Registrar (for candidates with degrees from outside J&K, other than Central Universities)
- Two recent passport-size colour photographs (not older than 6 months, with date mentioned)
- Valid Photo-ID Proof in original (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Driving License / PAN Card / Passport, etc.)
JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman 2026 Important Links – Apply Online & Official Notification PDF
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| JKSSB Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
FAQs – JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman (Civil) Recruitment 2026
JKSSB Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026 is an official government job notification released by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) vide Advertisement Notification No. 02 of 2026 dated 27 March 2026. Through this notification, JKSSB has advertised a total of 76 vacancies for the post of Draftsman (Civil) under the Jal Shakti Department of the Government of Jammu and Kashmir. These 76 vacancies are split into two divisional cadres — 33 posts for Jammu Division (Item No. 20) and 43 posts for Kashmir Division (Item No. 21). The selection will be made purely on the basis of merit obtained in the Written/OMR Examination. This is a direct recruitment under the J&K government, making it a very stable and sought-after government job for candidates in the technical stream across both Jammu and Kashmir divisions.
The last date for submission of the Online Application Form for JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman (Civil) Recruitment 2026 is 14 May 2026. The application window opened on 15 April 2026. All candidates must ensure that their online application is submitted with the required fee payment completed on or before the closing date and time. Candidates are strongly advised by the Board itself to submit their online applications well before the closing date and not to wait till the last day, as there is a possibility of server overload, disconnection, or login failures on the portal during the final days due to heavy traffic. Applications received after the last date will not be accepted under any circumstances.
To be eligible for the post of Draftsman (Civil) under JKSSB Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026, a candidate must hold a Two Years Draftsman Training Course Certificate or Diploma from any Government recognized Institute. This qualification must have been obtained on or before the cut-off date of 14 May 2026. Candidates who claim possession of an equivalent qualification will be required to produce a valid Equivalence Certificate from the concerned competent authority as and when called upon by the Board. Any candidate with a qualification other than what is prescribed in the notification will not be considered eligible and their candidature will be summarily rejected at any stage of the recruitment process, including at the time of Document Verification.
The post of Draftsman (Civil) under JKSSB Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026 is placed at Pay Level-4 of the J&K Pay Matrix, which carries a basic pay range of ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month. Apart from the basic pay, selected candidates will also receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), and other admissible government benefits as per the extant rules of the Government of UT of Jammu and Kashmir. The appointment and all other service conditions for selected candidates will be governed as per the rules and regulations of the Government of UT of J&K. This makes the post a very attractive and financially rewarding government job for candidates in the Draftsman category across both Jammu and Kashmir divisions.
The age limit for JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman (Civil) Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on 01 January 2026. For Open Merit (OM) category candidates, the maximum age limit is 40 years, meaning the candidate must have been born between 01.01.1986 and 01.01.2008. For most reserved category candidates including SC, ST-1, ST-2, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS, and OBC, the maximum age limit is 43 years (born on or after 01.01.1983). For Physically Challenged Persons (PwBD), the maximum age limit is 42 years. For Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates, the highest relaxation is available with a maximum age limit of 48 years (born on or after 01.01.1978). Date of birth will be verified from the Matriculation Certificate only, and no change will be permitted once the application is submitted.
The application fee for JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman (Civil) Recruitment 2026 is ₹600/- (Rupees Six Hundred Only) for General, OM, OBC, RBA, ALC/IB, and ESM category candidates. For candidates belonging to SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, and PwBD categories, the fee is ₹500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only). Fee can only be paid through online mode using Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card. No offline payment or cash payment mode is available. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected. The fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances, nor will it be adjusted against any other examination or selection conducted by JKSSB. For any refund of excess payment issues, candidates must write to the official JKSSB email only.
The selection process for JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman (Civil) Recruitment 2026 consists of two stages. The first stage is the Written/OMR Examination, which will consist of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions set in English language only. There is a negative marking of one-fourth (0.25) marks for each wrong answer. Final merit will be determined solely on the basis of marks scored in this written examination. There is no interview at any stage. The second stage is Document Verification (DV), where candidates shortlisted on the basis of written exam merit will be required to appear with all original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies. The exam date and venue will be notified separately on the official JKSSB website. No TA/DA will be paid for either the written examination or document verification.
Yes, possessing a valid J&K Domicile Certificate is absolutely mandatory for applying to JKSSB Jal Shakti Draftsman (Civil) Recruitment 2026. Only candidates who are Domicile(s) of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir are eligible to apply for this post. The Domicile Certificate must be issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format and must be valid on or before the cut-off date of 14 May 2026. Candidates must upload their valid Domicile Certificate while filling the online application form. Candidates who fail to produce the original Domicile Certificate during Document Verification will not be considered for selection. Candidates from outside J&K or those who do not hold a valid J&K Domicile Certificate as on the cut-off date are not eligible to apply for posts advertised under this notification.