🚚 QUICK UPDATE: JKSSB Driver Recruitment 2025 (ADVT-09/2025)
JKSSB has published Advertisement No. 09 of 2025 (27.09.2025) inviting applications for 107 Driver posts across Agriculture, R&B and Transport Departments. This guide breaks eligibility, stage-wise selection, key dates and how to apply.
Action now: Check your HGV/PSV license, prepare for driving test and gather documents. Apply online between 13 Oct 2025 and 11 Nov 2025.
If you work as a driver and hold a valid HGV/PSV licence, this is a great chance — JKSSB’s advertisement is calling experienced drivers for 107 posts across several departments. Below you’ll find the key facts in plain language: a clear department-wise breakup, simple eligibility rules, the two-stage selection process (driving test followed by a written exam), step-by-step application instructions, and practical tips to help you prepare. This is a straightforward opportunity — don’t miss the deadline and make sure your licence and documents are ready.
JKSSB Driver Recruitment could be the next stable job you’ve been looking for.
Advt: 09 of 2025 | Total Posts: 107 | Apply: 13 Oct – 11 Nov 2025 | Location: Jammu & Kashmir (Various Govt departments) | Permanent Posts
Important Dates (Quick)
Event | Date |
---|---|
Online Application Start | 13 October 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2025 |
Driving Test | Will be scheduled by JKSSB (after shortlisting) |
Written Exam (OMR) | To be notified on JKSSB website |
JKSSB Driver Recruitment 2025 (Current Updates)
On 27th September, JKSSB has announced the much awaited Government Driver Jobs in J&K. Last time the driver Jobs were announced in J&K Home Department. It is a must apply oppotunity for all those who have missed the previous JKSSB Driver Recrutiment. Though the competition is high, but you must focus at the very start so that you have an edge over your competitiors in the both driving as well as written exam
What is the Salary of a Government Driver in J&K?
A JKSSB Driver appointed in Jammu & Kashmir under Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) of the 7th Pay Commission gets the following:
✅ Good News! Salary of JKSSB Drivers in 2025
Selected candidates through JKSSB Driver Recruitment will get a stable government salary under the 7th Pay Commission (Level-2, ₹19,900 – ₹63,200).
- Basic Pay (Starting): ₹19,900
- Dearness Allowance (55%): ₹10,945
- House Rent Allowance (HRA @ 8%): ₹1,592
- Medical Allowance: ₹300
- Transport Allowance: ₹1,350
👉 Gross Salary: ₹34,087 / month
👉 In-Hand (after deductions): Around ₹31,000 / month
🌟 Apart from salary, drivers enjoy job security, pension, annual increments and other benefits.
JKSSB Driver Vacancy Breakup — Department Wise
Department | Vacancies |
---|---|
Transport Department | 62 |
Public Works (R&B) | 27 |
Agriculture Production | 18 |
Total | 107 |
JKSSB Driver Eligibility — Who Can Apply?
- Educational Qualification: Minimum Matric (10th pass). Some posts may accept 10+2 — check the advertisement’s department notes.
- Driving Licence: Valid HGV/PSV Licence required (as specified in ADVT).
- Domicile: Candidate must be a domicile of J&K UT.
- Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025): General: up to 40 years. Reserve category relaxations (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/RBA/ALC/IB) apply as per rules. Ex-servicemen: upper age limits as per ADVT.
- Medical Fitness: Fit to drive heavy motor vehicles — medical certificate may be required at document verification.
JKSSB Driver Selection Process — Clear & Simple
If you full fill the eligibility conditions given above, then you should definately for JKSSB Driver Recrutiment 2025. The Selection Process is Quite clear. A Mandatory Driving test , followed by a Written test
- Driving Test: Skill test to check practical driving ability. Candidates must clear the driving test to appear in the written exam. Practice HGV maneuvers, parking, reverse, hill-driving if possible. Look Driving test carrier no wighatge. It is a must pass exam, those who fail in the driving test cannot procced to the written test stage.
- Written Exam (OMR, Objective): Candidates who pass driving test will be called for written test. Keep an eye on JKSSB for date/location. The Syllabus for Written test is already released by JKSSB and it available on the Offiical wbsite.
- Document Verification: Final merit list based on written exam subject to verification of original documents.
Written Exam Pattern (What to Expect)
JKSSB usually sets an objective OMR paper for driver posts. While the exact pattern will be confirmed by JKSSB, prepare based on this likely scheme:
Total Marks: 120 , Duration: 02 hours
Section | Topics (what to study) | Approx. Marks |
---|---|---|
Traffic Rules & Road Safety | Motor Vehicles Act (driver-relevant provisions), traffic signs & signals, road markings, right of way, lane discipline, speed limits, penalties & offences, safety regulations. | 30 |
Vehicle Mechanics & Maintenance | Vehicle parts (engine, clutch, gearbox, brakes, steering, suspension), routine checks (oil, coolant, tyres, battery), basic troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, tools & workshop safety. | 30 |
Safe Driving Practices & Emergency Handling | Defensive driving, night/hill/adverse weather driving, load securing, accident prevention, emergency procedures, breakdown handling, basic first aid. | 30 |
Documents, Permits & Practical Knowledge | Driving licence categories, registration, permits, insurance, PUC, logbook/records, route awareness, hands-on/practical driving assessment (if part of selection). | 30 |
Tip: Focus on road safety rules, vehicle maintenance basics and practical calculations (speed, time, fuel consumption) — these help both driving test and written exam.
Application Fee & Payment
- General Category: ₹600
- SC / ST / EWS / OBC (category wise as per ADVT): ₹500 / (confirm exact concession in notification)
- Payment: Online only (Netbanking / Debit / Credit / UPI).
How to Apply — Step-by-Step
- Go to JKSSB official portal.
- Register or Login with mobile and email (one time).
- Fill the online application form for ADVT-09/2025 — enter your personal, educational and driving licence details carefully.
- Upload scanned documents: Photo, Signature, Matric / 10+2 certificate, Driving Licence, Domicile, Experience (if any).
- Pay application fee online and submit. Download/print application receipt for records.
Preparation Tips — Practical & Mobile-Friendly
- Driving Test Practice: Practice HGV controls, reversing, parallel parking, hill starts, and emergency braking under supervision.
- Road Safety Rules: Memorize Motor Vehicle Act basics and traffic signs.
- Basic Numericals: Practice time-speed-distance and fuel calculation questions (20 mins/day).
- Mock Tests: Take sectional mocks for GK and reasoning — 2 mocks per week.
- Document Pack: Create a single PDF folder of all scanned docs to upload quickly.
FAQs — Quick Answers
A: Valid HGV/PSV licence as per the ADVT. Make sure your endorsement covers the category of vehicle specified.
Q: Is driving test mandatory?A: Yes. Candidates must clear the practical driving test to be eligible for the written exam.
Q: Can candidates from Leh/Ladakh apply?A: Yes, if they are domiciles of J&K UT and meet other eligibility criteria.
Q: Where will the driving test be conducted?A: JKSSB will notify test centres — usually regional exam centres in Jammu/Kashmir divisions.
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Source: JKSSB Advertisement No. 09 of 2025 (Dated 27.09.2025). Always cross-check the official notification on jkssb.nic.in before applying.