JKSSB Driver Recruitment 2025

JKSSB Recruitment 2025, Apply for Driver Posts in J&K Forensic Science Laboratory

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The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has issued Advertisement Notification No. 01 of 2025, dated January 27, 2025, inviting applications for 23 Driver vacancies under the Home Department for the J&K Forensic Science Laboratory.

JKSSB Driver Recruitment 2025

DetailsInformation
Total Vacancies23
Application Start DateFebruary 5, 2025
Application DeadlineMarch 6, 2025
Application Fee₹600 (₹500 for SC/ST/EWS)
Selection ProcessWritten Test + Document Verification
Official Websitewww.jkssb.nic.in

JKSSB Driver Eligibility Criteria

1. Domicile Requirement

Applicants must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and possess a valid domicile certificate as of the last date of application submission, i.e., March 6, 2025.

2. Age Limit

The age criteria, as of January 1, 2025, are as follows:

CategoryMaximum AgeBorn On or AfterBorn On or Before
Open Merit (OM)40 yearsJanuary 1, 1985January 1, 2007
SC/ST/RBA/ALC/IB/EWS/OBC43 yearsJanuary 1, 1982January 1, 2007
Ex-Servicemen48 yearsJanuary 1, 1977January 1, 2007
Government Employees40 yearsJanuary 1, 1985January 1, 2007

3. Educational Qualifications

Candidates must meet the qualifications outlined in the official Annexure-A of the notification. All required documents must be submitted during the document verification stage.

JKSSB Driver Application Process

Steps to Apply:

  1. Visit the official website www.jkssb.nic.in.
  2. Click on the “Apply Online” link under Advertisement No. 01 of 2025.
  3. Register using valid credentials and complete the application form.
  4. Upload the required documents, including the domicile certificate and educational qualification certificates.
  5. Pay the application fee:
    • ₹600 for General Category
    • ₹500 for SC/ST/EWS categories
  6. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

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Reservation and Special Provisions

  1. Category-Wise Reservation: Vacancies are distributed as per the Jammu & Kashmir Reservation Act/Rules. Candidates must ensure their category certificates are valid as of the cut-off date.
  2. Horizontal Reservation: Ex-servicemen are eligible for horizontal reservation under specific rules, but those with benchmark disabilities are not eligible for these posts.
  3. Ex-Servicemen Rules: Candidates must submit an affidavit confirming they haven’t availed horizontal reservation benefits for previous employment.

Selection Process

  1. Written Examination:
    • The test will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions, conducted in English.
    • Negative marking of 0.25 marks will apply for each incorrect answer.
  2. Document Verification:
    Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents to confirm eligibility. Failure to provide the required documents will result in disqualification.

Important Points to Note

  1. The syllabus for the written exam will be notified separately on the official website.
  2. Applications with incorrect or incomplete information will be summarily rejected.
  3. The examination date and venue will be announced later.

Application Fee Refund Policy

  • The application fee is non-refundable. However, candidates can request refunds for excess payments (if any) by emailing ssbjk-grievance@jk.gov.in.

FAQs

1. What is the application fee for JKSSB Driver posts?

The fee is ₹600 for the General category and ₹500 for SC/ST/EWS candidates.

2. Can I modify my application after submission?

No, once the application is submitted, changes cannot be made.

3. Is the domicile certificate mandatory?

Yes, a valid domicile certificate is required as of the cut-off date.

4. Will there be negative marking in the exam?

Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.