The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released a major recruitment notification for job aspirants in the Union Territory. Via Advertisement Notification No. 10 of 2025, dated November 24, 2025, the Board has invited online applications for 600 UT Cadre posts of Accounts Assistant in the Finance Department.
Below, we break down the specifics of the notification, important dates, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
Key Highlights of Notification 10 of 2025
For quick reference, here are the official details extracted from the government notification.
| Detail | Information |
| Notification Number | 10 of 2025 |
| Date of Issue | November 24, 2025 |
| Department | Finance Department |
| Post Name | Accounts Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 600 (UT Cadre) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Selection Basis | Written Examination (MCQ) |
Important Dates & Schedule
Candidates must strictly adhere to the following timeline for the application process.
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Online Application Start Date: December 08, 2025
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Last Date for Submission: January 06, 2026
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Cut-off Date for Age/Qualification: January 01, 2025 (Age) / January 06, 2026 (Qualification)
Vacancy and Pay Scale
The notification advertises a total of 600 posts. These are UT Cadre posts, meaning the selected candidates can be posted anywhere within the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Pay Level: As per Annexure-A (typically Level-5 for Accounts Assistant).
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Qualification: Detailed in Annexure-A (Note: Historically, this post requires Graduation in any stream with 50% marks, but candidates must check the specific Annexure in the official PDF).
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2025)
The requirement of age for applying against these posts is as follows:
| Category | Max. Age | Not Born Before |
| Open Merit (OM) | 40 | 01.01.1985 |
| RBA, SC, ST, EWS, ALC/IB, PSP | 43 | 01.01.1982 |
| Physically Challenged | 42 | 01.01.1983 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 48 | 01.01.1977 |
Application Fee
The fee must be paid through online modes (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card) only.
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General Category: Rs. 600/-
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SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS, PwBD: Rs. 500/-
Official Quote: “Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances nor will it be adjusted against any other examination or selection.”
Scheme of Examination
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Exam Type: Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
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Language: English only.
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Negative Marking: Yes. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) for each wrong answer.
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Syllabus: The detailed syllabus will be notified separately on the official website.
Conclusion
As of November 24, 2025, the JKSSB has officially opened the door for 600 new government jobs in the Finance Department. Aspirants are advised to keep their documents (Domicile, Category Certificates, Marks Cards) ready before the application window opens on December 8th.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When can I apply for the JKSSB Accounts Assistant posts?
The online application link will be active from December 08, 2025 to January 06, 2026.
2. What is the application fee?
It is Rs. 600 for OM candidates and Rs. 500 for Reserved Categories (SC, ST, EWS, PwBD).
3. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
4. Where can I find the syllabus?
The syllabus has not been released in this notification. It will be notified separately by the Board.
5. Is a Domicile Certificate required?
Yes, candidates must possess a valid Domicile Certificate of UT of J&K issued by the Competent Authority on or before the cut-off date.