JKSSB Finance Accounts Assistant (FAA) Recruitment 2025 : 600 Posts

If you’ve been waiting for a real break from the long dry spell of government hiring in J&K, this could be it. The much-awaited JKSSB Finance Accounts Assistant Recruitment will be a reality soon and the bigger news is that there is No Change in the Educational Qualifications ie. “Any Person with a Bachelor’s Degree is eligible to apply for this post”

An RTI reply from the Finance Department shows that 600 Accounts / Finance Assistant posts have been sent to JKSSB for advertisement and that is big news. For many graduates who have been JKSSB Advertisements for months with little to show, this is a real shot at a steady government job with good pay, benefits and long-term security. Don’t let the chance pass by because you waited.

This article gives you the facts simple, clear and without any fluff. You’ll find who can apply, what the likely exam will ask, the exact syllabus to study, how much you might get paid, and a step-by-step plan to get ready fast. Read the whole guide, follow the checklist and start preparing today acting now will lift your chances a lot when the official advertisement drops.

Vacancy Snapshot: How many Posts ?

Eligibility — Education & other essentials

• Minimum Qualification: Graduation in any stream from a recognized University with at least 50% marks (Open Merit) and 45% marks (reserved categories). Candidates with a Postgraduate degree (50% marks) or PhD are also eligible. (Per Govt. order No.148-F/2025.)
• Age: 18–40 years (relaxation for reserved categories as per rules).
• Domicile: Must satisfy J&K UT domicile rules as per advertisement.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern (Likely)

Based on the official JKSSB syllabus PDF for Accounts/Finance posts and earlier recruitments, selection is likely to be a single-stage written objective test (120 marks, 2 hours), followed by document verification. The written test usually covers GK (with J&K emphasis), Accounting & Bookkeeping, Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, and Computer knowledge.

Detailed Syllabus (based on JKSSB Accounts/Finance syllabus)

(Syllabus taken from JKSSB Accounts/Finance syllabus and past exams — update will be made when ADVT is published.)

Category-wise Breakup (Estimated for 600 posts)

The RTI confirms 600 posts will be advertised. Below is a provisional category-wise split, calculated by scaling the 2020/earlier ADVT proportions to 600 posts (used only for aspirant planning). Final numbers will be in the ADVT. Source: 2020 JKSSB Accounts Assistant category ratios.

How many will apply for JKSSB FAA Recruitment 2025?

The upcoming JKSSB Finance Accounts Assistant Recruitment 2025 is expected to attract a huge number of applicants. As per estimates, more than 2 lakh candidates are likely to apply this year,even higher than the 1. 95 lakh applications received during the previous recruitment. This shows how popular and competitive the FAA post has become among graduates across Jammu and Kashmir.

In the last exam, the cutoff marks touched 88 out of 120 for Open Merit candidates, while reserved categories saw only a slight drop. This clearly means that the level of competition will be tough again, and only well-prepared candidates will make it to the final list. So, start your preparation early because even a difference of 5–6 marks can decide whether you make it or miss it this time.

Here is the Cut off the JKSSB FAA Exam (Held in 2024)

Pay-scale & Salary (What to expect)

Earlier JKSSB Accounts Assistant roles were offered at pay bands equivalent to Level-5 / Level-6 in 7th CPC (starting basic often shown around ₹29,200 in some past ads). A realistic range for Accounts Assistant is roughly ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (basic pay band shown in previous recruitments).

Expected Timeline

• RTI update (Finance Dept.): 600 posts referred to JKSSB — this is the trigger for an upcoming ADVT (you provided this RTI).
• JKSSB ADVT: Likely within weeks–months, depending on board schedule. Historically, administrative processing can take 1–3 months from referral to advertisement. (Estimate)
• Exam & selection: Admit card & exam date are announced after application window closes — expect a few months gap between ADVT and written exam.

How to Prepare — Quick Plan (30 days)

• Week 1: Cover UT-specific GK + recent 6 months national news (30 mins/day).
• Week 2: Revise basic accounting/bookkeeping topics, financial statements (1 hour/day).
• Week 3: Practice Maths (percentages, ratio, averages) + statistics basics (45 mins/day).
• Week 4: Computer basics (Excel, Word), full-length mock tests and revision.

FAQs — Quick Answers

Q: Are these 600 posts confirmed?

Yes RTI copy indicates 600 Accounts Assistant posts were referred to JKSSB by Finance Dept. The ADVT is awaited for formal confirmation and exact distribution.

Q: What is the minimum qualification?

Graduation in any stream with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) as per Govt. Order No.148-F/2025. Postgraduates with 50% or PhD holders are also eligible.

Q: Where will the ADVT be published?

On the official JKSSB website: jkssb.nic.in. Bookmark and check regularly.

Sources: JKSSB Accounts/Finance syllabus (official PDF), Govt. Order No.148-F/2025 regarding qualification, and earlier JKSSB vacancy data used for estimates. Specific ADVT details will override the provisional data here.