Short Detail:
Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the official notification for Class-IV MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026 for total 2,863 posts. Interested J&K domicile candidates can submit the online form for MTS and Sanitation Worker between 14/10/2026 and 12/11/2026. This recruitment covers UT, divisional and district posts in the General Administration Department. Read the education requirements, maximum qualification, category-wise age limits and selection weightage before filling the form.
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Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
JKSSB Class-IV MTS & Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: 09 of 2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 14/10/2026 (12:00 AM)
- Form Last Date: 12/11/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 12/11/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Not Available
- Exam Date: Not Available
Application Fees
- OM / OBC / RBA / ALC/IB: ₹600/-
- SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD: ₹500/-
- Online payment only: Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card.
JKSSB MTS & Sanitation Worker 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/01/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years for OM
- Upper-age concessions apply to the eligible categories and casual workers as stated in the notification.
Max Age With Relaxation
| Category | Max Age With Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OM | 40 Years |
| SC | 43 Years |
| ST-1 | 43 Years |
| ST-2 | 43 Years |
| RBA | 43 Years |
| ALC/IB | 43 Years |
| EWS | 43 Years |
| OBC | 43 Years |
| PwBD | 42 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Deduct service period from actual age. Remaining age may exceed the applicable maximum by up to 3 years. |
- An additional 5-year upper-age concession is available to casual workers eligible for weightage under S.O. 184 of 2020. At least 5 years of engagement is required.
JKSSB MTS & Sanitation Worker 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 2863
| Post Name | UT Cadre | Division Jammu | Division Kashmir | All District Cadres | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class-IV (MTS) | 12 | 1,042 | 858 | 768 | 2,680 |
| Sanitation Worker | 93 | 51 | 39 | 0 | 183 |
| Total | 105 | 1,093 | 897 | 768 | 2,863 |
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Required Education | Highest Allowed Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Class-IV (MTS) | 10th pass | 12th pass (10+2) |
| Sanitation Worker | 8th pass | 12th pass (10+2) |
- Applicants need a Jammu & Kashmir Domicile Certificate issued by the cut-off date.
- Both posts have a maximum educational qualification of 12th pass.
Region & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Cadre / Region | OM | SC | ST-1 | ST-2 | OBC | ALC/IB | RBA | EWS | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UT Cadre | 44 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 10 | 9 | 105 |
| Divisional Cadre Jammu | 439 | 92 | 110 | 109 | 86 | 43 | 109 | 105 | 1093 |
| Divisional Cadre Kashmir | 362 | 73 | 91 | 90 | 71 | 36 | 88 | 86 | 897 |
| Total (Divisional Cadres) | 801 | 165 | 201 | 199 | 157 | 79 | 197 | 191 | 1990 |
| District Cadre Anantnag | 25 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 59 |
| District Cadre Bandipora | 9 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 20 |
| District Cadre Baramulla | 31 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 75 |
| District Cadre Budgam | 22 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 47 |
| District Cadre Doda | 19 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 46 |
| District Cadre Ganderbal | 20 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 46 |
| District Cadre Jammu | 28 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 65 |
| District Cadre Kathua | 21 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 50 |
| District Cadre Kishtwar | 10 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 25 |
| District Cadre Kulgam | 10 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 23 |
| District Cadre Kupwara | 10 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 24 |
| District Cadre Poonch | 23 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 49 |
| District Cadre Pulwama | 19 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 45 |
| District Cadre Rajouri | 11 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 28 |
| District Cadre Ramban | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| District Cadre Reasi | 15 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 34 |
| District Cadre Samba | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| District Cadre Shopian | 6 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| District Cadre Srinagar | 24 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 53 |
| District Cadre Udhampur | 19 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 46 |
| Total (District Cadres) | 333 | 72 | 82 | 77 | 56 | 31 | 64 | 53 | 768 |
| Grand Total | 1178 | 246 | 293 | 286 | 221 | 115 | 271 | 253 | 2863 |
JKSSB Class-IV MTS & Sanitation Worker: Salary Details
| Post | Scale | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Class-IV (MTS) | SL1 | ₹14,800–47,100 |
| Sanitation Worker | SL1 | ₹14,800–47,100 |
Important Links
| Online Application | Link Active: 14/10/2026 |
| Download Date Corrigendum | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | JKSSB Official Website |
| Join Youtube Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Facebook Group | Click Here |
| Instagram Join | Click Here |
MTS & Sanitation Worker 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Exam Scheme
| Exam Detail | Rule |
|---|---|
| Question Format | Objective multiple-choice questions |
| Language | English |
| Wrong Answer Penalty | One-fourth mark (0.25) |
| Test Duration | Not Available |
| Question Count | Not Available |
| Syllabus | JKSSB will issue it separately |
Final Merit Calculation
| Marks Component | UT Posts | Division Posts | District Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 85 | 80 | 75 |
| Belonging to Home Division | — | 5 | — |
| Belonging to Home District | — | — | 10 |
| No Government Employment in Family | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Widow / Divorced or Judicially Separated Woman / Orphan Girl | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Casual Worker: 5+ Years | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Maximum Total | 100 | 100 | 100 |
- Local-cadre points: The division or district shown on the Domicile Certificate decides home-cadre weightage.
- Family-service points: A candidate may claim 5 marks if no family member is or was in government service, PSUs, Boards or similar bodies.
- Casual-worker points: The 5 marks are for eligible workers with at least 5 years of engagement.
- Merit list: Written scores are combined with the weightage allowed under the relevant cadre. No PST or PET is included.
JKSSB MTS & Sanitation Worker 2026: FAQS
When will JKSSB MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026 forms open?
The revised starting date is 14/10/2026, with the portal scheduled to open at 12:00 AM. Candidates should use this date instead of the earlier 05/10/2026 schedule. The change was made through the corrigendum issued on 01/10/2026.
What is the last date for JKSSB MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?
Both the application and fee payment must be completed by 12/11/2026 at 11:59 PM. The earlier deadline of 03/11/2026 has been replaced. Check the form and finish the online payment before the revised closing time.
What qualification is needed for JKSSB MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?
For MTS, candidates must have passed Class 10. For Sanitation Worker, Class 8 is the minimum requirement. The highest permitted qualification is 10+2 for both posts. A valid Jammu & Kashmir Domicile Certificate is also necessary by the cut-off date.
How many posts are available in JKSSB MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?
The advertised total is 2,863 posts. These include 105 UT cadre posts, 1,093 Jammu division posts, 897 Kashmir division posts and 768 district cadre posts. Applicants can check the cadre and reservation details in the category-wise table above.
How much is the fee for JKSSB MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?
OM, OBC, RBA and ALC/IB applicants need to pay ₹600. The amount is ₹500 for SC, ST-1, ST-2, EWS and PwBD applicants. Only online payments through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card are accepted.
What are the age rules for JKSSB MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?
Applicants must meet the age conditions on 01/01/2026. OM candidates can be up to 40 years old. The notified reserved categories have a limit of 43 years, and PwBD candidates have a limit of 42 years. Separate provisions apply to ex-servicemen and eligible casual workers.
What is the exam pattern for JKSSB MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?
The written test will contain objective multiple-choice questions in English. Each incorrect answer attracts a deduction of 0.25 mark. JKSSB will announce the syllabus separately. The final score also includes the additional points allowed for the relevant UT, division or district cadre.
Is PET required for JKSSB MTS and Sanitation Worker Recruitment 2026?
Candidates do not have to undergo a prescribed Physical Efficiency Test or Physical Standard Test for these posts. Selection depends on the written test and eligible weightage points. No running, height or chest test has been specified in the supplied notification details.