JKSSB Junior Assistant Exam Rescheduled: New Date is April 19, 2026
JKSSB has postponed the OMR Based Written Examination for the post of Junior Assistant. The exam previously scheduled for April 5, 2026 will now be held on April 19, 2026. Admit cards will be issued from April 13, 2026.
JKSSB Junior Assistant Exam Rescheduled: New Date is April 19, 2026
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially postponed the OMR Based Written Examination for the post of Junior Assistant. The exam, which was earlier scheduled for April 5, 2026, has been rescheduled to April 19, 2026.
This update was issued vide Notice No. JKSSB-COEOEXAM/01/2026-03 dated March 24, 2026, signed by Reyaz Ahmed Malik (JKAS), Controller of Examinations, J&K Services Selection Board.
Key Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Original Exam Date | |
| Revised Exam Date | April 19, 2026 |
| Admit Card Available From | April 13, 2026 |
| Notice Issued On | March 24, 2026 |
Official Notification Details
- Post: Junior Assistant
- Advertised vide: Notification No. 08 of 2025 dated 27.09.2025
- Exam Type: OMR Based Written Examination
- Issuing Authority: J&K Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
- Notice Number: JKSSB-COEOEXAM/01/2026-03 (7827645)
- Official Website: www.jkssb.nic.in
The notice has been directed to be published in at least two leading local newspapers of Jammu and Srinagar, along with the official JKSSB website.
Admit Card: When and Where
Admit cards for the Junior Assistant Written Exam will be issued seven days prior to the new exam date, meaning they will be available from April 13, 2026 onwards.
Candidates should download their admit cards from the official JKSSB website: www.jkssb.nic.in
Important: Do not wait for the last day. Download your admit card as soon as it is available and verify all details — name, roll number, exam centre, and date — immediately after downloading.
What Should Candidates Do Now?
With nearly a month remaining before the new exam date, here is how to make the most of the extra time:
- Stay calm — this is a bonus window. An extra two weeks means more time to revise and practice.
- Keep checking jkssb.nic.in for admit card availability from April 13 onwards.
- Revise the syllabus systematically — focus on weak areas, especially General Knowledge, Reasoning, and English.
- Take full-length mock tests to build exam temperament and improve time management.
- Do not rely on unofficial sources — always verify exam dates, admit cards, and any other updates from the official JKSSB website only.
About the Junior Assistant Post
The Junior Assistant is a Group C post under the J&K government. It is one of the most sought-after posts among graduates in the Union Territory. The written exam is OMR-based (objective type), and competition is high given the number of applicants.
Candidates who applied under Notification No. 08 of 2025 are eligible to appear in this rescheduled examination.
Practice for Junior Assistant Exam on JkssbPrep.in
JkssbPrep offers a dedicated Junior Assistant Test Series with full-length mock tests, subject-wise practice, and previous year questions — all aligned with the latest JKSSB exam pattern.
Use the extra time wisely. Start practicing today.
Source: Official JKSSB Notice No. JKSSB-COEOEXAM/01/2026-03 dated 24.03.2026
