The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released an important recruitment notification for the appointment of 205 Assistant Professors in Government Degree Colleges of Jammu & Kashmir. The recruitment has been advertised under the Higher Education Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, providing a major career opportunity for candidates having Post Graduation along with NET/SET qualification.

The JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest teaching recruitments in the Higher Education sector of J&K in recent years. The vacancies have been announced across 28 different subjects/disciplines, giving opportunities to eligible candidates from multiple academic backgrounds including Arts, Science, Commerce, Computer Applications, Languages, and Social Sciences.

Unlike many government recruitments where graduation is sufficient, the JKPSC Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026 is specifically designed for candidates who have completed their Master’s Degree and fulfilled the required eligibility conditions prescribed by UGC. This makes it a highly specialised recruitment opportunity for candidates aiming for an academic career in Government Degree Colleges.

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The JKPSC Assistant Professor Online Form 2026 will be available through the official JKPSC website. Eligible candidates belonging to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir who fulfil the educational qualification, age limit, and other conditions can submit their applications within the prescribed timeline

JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment Overview

The JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 has been announced for filling up 205 Assistant Professor posts across Government Degree Colleges of Jammu & Kashmir.

The vacancies are spread across 28 academic subjects, ensuring opportunities for candidates from diverse educational backgrounds. The recruitment is open to eligible J&K Domicile holders who satisfy the prescribed educational qualification and other eligibility conditions.

Recruitment Overview Table

Particular	Details
Recruiting Organisation	Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC)
Department	Higher Education Department, J&K
Post Name	Assistant Professor
Total Vacancies	205 Posts
Number of Subjects	28 Disciplines
Job Location	Government Degree Colleges across J&K
Qualification	Master’s Degree + NET/SET
Application Mode	Online
Recruitment Level	UT Level
Domicile Requirement	J&K UT Domicile
Selection Authority	JKPSC

Vacancy for Post Graduates: A Golden Opportunity for NET/SET Qualified Candidates

The biggest highlight of the JKPSC Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026 is that it opens the door for highly qualified postgraduate candidates who wish to build a long-term career in teaching and higher education.

For candidates who have invested years in completing their Master’s Degree and qualifying NET/SET, Assistant Professor recruitment provides one of the most respected career options. Government Degree Colleges offer a stable academic environment, attractive salary benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute towards higher education in Jammu & Kashmir.

As per the JKPSC notification, candidates applying for the post of Assistant Professor must possess a Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (with relaxation applicable for reserved categories) along with qualification in National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC/CSIR or an equivalent accredited examination.

Candidates who have completed their Ph.D. and fulfil the conditions prescribed under UGC regulations may also be eligible under the applicable provisions. The notification provides detailed eligibility routes for candidates with Ph.D. qualifications as per UGC norms.

JKPSC Assistant Professor Vacancy Breakdown across Various Subjects

One of the biggest attractions of the JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is the availability of 205 vacancies across 28 different academic subjects. This ensures that candidates from a wide range of educational backgrounds—including Arts, Science, Commerce, Languages, Social Sciences, Physical Education, Library Science, and Computer Applications—have an opportunity to compete for a Government teaching position.

Unlike recruitments limited to a few disciplines, this notification covers almost every major subject taught in Government Degree Colleges. Candidates should carefully check the subject-wise vacancy breakup before submitting the JKPSC Assistant Professor Online Form, as applications are invited separately for each discipline

Subject-wise Vacancy Distribution

The table below shows the subject-wise breakup of all 205 vacancies.

Name of the Discipline	Total Posts
Arabic	01
Bio chemistry	02
Botany	24
Chemistry	27
Clinical Bio chemistry	01
Commerce	07
Computer Application	02
Dogri	02
Economics	07
Education	10
Electronics	01
English	14
Functional English	01
Geography	10
Hindi	02
History	06
Home Science	06
Islamic Studies	01
Math	08
Music	02
Physics	22
Philosophy	01
Political Science	06
Psychology	02
Statistics	02
Urdu	04
Zoology	21
College Director of Physical Education & Sports	09
Librarian	04
Total	205

Subject-wise vacancies as notified by JKPSC in Advertisement No. 05-PSC (DR-P) of 2026

Category-Wise break of Assistant Professor vacancies.

Eligibility Criteria

Before submitting the JKPSC Assistant Professor Online Form 2026, candidates must ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility conditions prescribed by the Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission. These include educational qualification, NET/SET eligibility, Ph.D. exemption conditions, domicile, age limit, reservation, and application fee.

Candidates who fail to satisfy any of the prescribed conditions on the cut-off date may have their candidature cancelled during document verification. Therefore, applicants should carefully read the official notification before applying.

Master’s Degree Requirement

Applicants should possess a Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade wherever grading is followed) in the relevant subject from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from a recognized foreign university.

Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS and PwBD categories are entitled to the relaxation in minimum marks as provided under the applicable UGC Regulations.

Domicile Requirement

Only candidates who are Domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply.

Applicants must possess a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format before the last date of submission of the online application.

JKPSC Exam Pattern

The written examination for these posts will consist of one paper having the following pattern:

Particular	Details
Type of Exam	Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions)
Number of Papers	One
Total Questions	120 MCQs
Duration	3 Hours
Exam Centres	Jammu & Srinagar

The notification further states that admit cards (Roll Number Slips) will be made available on the official JKPSC website approximately two weeks before the examination

Application Fee

Candidates applying for the JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 are required to pay the prescribed application fee online.

Category	Application Fee
General Category	₹1200
Reserved Categories	₹700
PwBD Candidates	Nil

The application fee must be paid online through the payment gateway provided on the JKPSC recruitment portal. Applications without successful payment of the applicable fee will not be considered.

JKPSC Assistant Professor Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 is a prestigious faculty recruitment conducted for Government Degree Colleges of Jammu & Kashmir. Since these are teaching positions, the selection process aims to assess both the academic knowledge and overall suitability of candidates for higher education teaching.

Candidates should prepare thoroughly in their respective postgraduate discipline, along with keeping themselves updated on teaching aptitude, higher education developments, and subject-specific concepts.

Note: JKPSC will publish the detailed examination scheme and syllabus, if a written examination is conducted, on its official website. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the JKPSC portal for updates.

Salary of JKPSC Assistant Professor

One of the biggest attractions of the JKPSC Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026 is the excellent salary package offered under the 7th Pay Commission.

Assistant Professors are appointed in Academic Level-10, which offers a highly respectable salary along with several government allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Benefits, Leave Benefits, Pension benefits (as applicable), LTC and other admissible allowances.

How to Apply for JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official JKPSC recruitment portal by following these simple steps.

Step 1

Visit the official JKPSC website.

Step 2

Click on “Online Applications”.

Step 3

Register using your Email ID and Mobile Number.

Step 4

Complete the Online Registration.

Step 5

Fill all personal, educational and category details carefully.

Step 6

Upload:

• Photograph
• Signature
• Required Certificates

Step 7

Pay the prescribed application fee online.

Step 8

Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Official Website

Candidates are advised to submit the online application only through the official JKPSC website and regularly check it for corrigenda, examination notices, admit cards, interview schedules, and final results.

Official Website: https://jkpsc.nic.in

Conclusion

The JKPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 presents an excellent opportunity for Post Graduates with NET/SET or eligible Ph.D. qualifications to secure a prestigious teaching position in Government Degree Colleges across Jammu & Kashmir. With 205 vacancies spread across 28 subjects, attractive Level-10 salary, and excellent career progression, this recruitment is expected to witness strong competition.

Candidates should carefully verify their eligibility, complete the online application well before the last date, and begin subject-specific preparation early. Since Assistant Professor recruitment is conducted after a significant gap, aspirants should make the most of this opportunity.

For the latest updates regarding application dates, examination schedule, admit cards, answer keys, and results, keep visiting JKSSB Edge and the official JKPSC website.