JKPSC CCE Mains 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online from February 16 for 80 Posts
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- February 19, 2026: JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 Notification released on February 13, 2026. Apply online from February 16 to March 9 for 80 vacancies. Exam on April 25, 2026. Download PDF
Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released JKPSC CCE Mains 2026 Notification on February 13, 2026, for 80 vacancies in J&K Administrative, Police, and Accounts Services. The online application process will begin on February 16, 2026, and candidates can apply till March 9, 2026. Only candidates who have qualified for JKPSC CCE Prelims 2025-26 are eligible to apply for the Mains exam. JKPSC CCE Mains 2026 exam is tentatively scheduled to be conducted from April 25, 2026, at centres in Jammu and Srinagar.
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What is JKPSC CCE?
Jammu and Kashmir Combined Competitive Examination (JKPSC CCE) is a state-level exam conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission to recruit candidates for administrative posts like JKAS, JKPPS, and other allied services. It follows a three-stage selection process: Prelims Exam, Mains Exam, and Personality Test (Interview). The exam tests candidates on general studies, aptitude, and optional subjects, aiming to select skilled individuals for key governance and administrative roles in Jammu and Kashmir.
JKPSC CCE Exam Highlights 2026
| Exam Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission |
| Exam Stages | Prelims Exam, Mains Exam, Personality Test (Interview) |
| Number of Attempts | 6 for General, 9 for Reserved and Physically Challenged candidates |
| JKPSC Website | jkpsc.nic.in |
JKPSC CCE 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JKPSC CCE 2025 Prelims Notification Released | August 22, 2025 |
| JKPSC CCE 2025 Prelims Application Start Date | August 25, 2025 |
| JKPSC CCE 2025 Prelims Application Last Date | September 24, 2025 |
| JKPSC CCE 2025 Application Edit Window | September 25 - 27, 2025 |
| JKPSC CCE 2025 Prelims Admit Card (Tentative) | November 16, 2025 |
| JKPSC CCE 2025 Prelims Exam Date | December 7, 2025 |
| JKPSC CCE 2026 Mains Application Start Date | February 16, 2026 |
| JKPSC CCE 2026 Mains Application Last Date | March 9, 2026 |
| JKPSC CCE 2026 Mains Exam Date | April 25, 2026 (Tentative) |
| JKPSC CCE 2026 Interview Date | TBA |
JKPSC CCE Notification 2026
JKPSC CCE 2026 Notification was released on 22 August 2025. A total of 80 vacancies have been announced for several posts. The notification provides complete details about eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and selection stages for JKPSC CEE 2025.
JKPSC CCE Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates have to meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for JKPSC CCE 2026. They are mentioned in detail below:
Nationality
- Candidate must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Candidates must meet the following maximum age limit to be eligible for JKPSC CCE 2026:
| Category | Upper Age Limit | Not Born After | Not Born Before |
|---|---|---|---|
| OM (Open Merit) | 32 years | 01-01-2004 | 01-01-1993 |
| Reserved & In-service Candidates* | 34 years | 01-01-2004 | 01-01-1991 |
| Physically Challenged Candidates | 35 years | 01-01-2004 | 01-01-1990 |
- In-service candidates must have completed 2 years of substantive service as of 01-01-2025 to claim the upper age benefit.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have the following educational qualifications:
- Candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from:
- A recognized University in India,
- OR a Foreign University declared by the Government in consultation with the Commission to be equivalent to a recognized Indian degree.
- Candidates appearing in the Bachelor’s degree examination:
- Must have appeared in the qualifying exam on or before 24-09-2025 (the last date for application submission).
- Must provide proof of qualifying for the exam before filling up the Mains Exam online form. Failure to do so will lead to disqualification for the Mains Exam.
- Medical (MBBS/Other Medical exam) candidates:
- If not completed internship by the time of Mains Exam application, must submit a certificate from the university/institution stating they have passed the final professional medical exam.
- Must produce original degree or certificate of internship completion at the time of the interview.
Physical Standards
JKPSC CCE Physical Standards 2026 for male and female candidates are specified in the table below:
| Parameter | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm | 150 cm |
| Chest girth (min) | 84 cm | 79 cm |
| Chest expansion | 5 cm | 5 cm |
Reservations
- Candidate must have a valid relevant category certificate as on or before September 24, 2025.
- EWS: Must submit the certificate in Form XIV-A of SRO-518 dated 02-09-2019. No other formats accepted.
- Candidature is provisional till verification of certificates by the Appointing Authority.
- False/fake certificates will lead to debarment and penal action.
- Horizontal Reservation: 1 Post reserved in the Administrative Service for "Deaf & Hard of Hearing" category as per government order.
JKPSC CCE Mains 2026 Application Process
JKPSC CCE Mains Application Process 2026 has begun from February 16, 2026 and will continue till March 9, 2026. Follow these steps to apply:
- Go to the official portal of JKPSC: jkpsc.nic.in
- Register or log in on the JKPSC website via Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill in personal, contact, educational, and service details in your OTR profile.
- Upload a recent passport-size color photograph and signature (taken after 01.01.2025).
- Check eligibility conditions before selecting the examination notification month.
- Click "APPLY" for the desired post and read the instructions carefully.
- Complete the application form, verify details, and submit online.
- Pay the requisite application fee through online mode in your account.
- Upload all mandatory documents as specified in the notification.
- Download and print the submitted application form after fee payment and document upload.
JKPSC CCE Application Fees 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | Rs. 1200 |
| Reserved Categories | Rs. 700 |
| Physically Handicapped (PHC) Candidates | Nil |
JKPSC CCE Admit Card 2026
JKPSC CCE Mains Admit Card 2026 will be released by April 18, 2026, on the official website of JKPSC. Follow these steps to download the admit card:
- Go to the official portal of JKPSC
- Look for the admit card download link for the Combined Competitive (Mains) Examination, 2026.
- Click on the admit card download link.
- Enter required details such as registration number, date of birth, or other credentials as requested.
- Submit the details to access your admit card.
- Download the admit card and take a printout.
- Carry the printed admit card along with a valid photo ID proof and recent passport-size photographs to the examination centre.
JKPSC CCE Exam Pattern 2026
JKPSC CCE 2026 Exam Pattern consists of three stages: Prelims exam with two objective papers for screening, Mains exam with written papers and an essay-based format, followed by a Personality Test (interview) for shortlisted candidates. Detailed JKPSC CCE Exam Pattern 2025 for Prelims and Mains is given below:
JKPSC CCE Prelims Exam Pattern 2026:
| Paper | Type | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies-1 | Objective MCQ | 200 | 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| General Studies-2 | Objective MCQ | 200 | 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Total | - | 400 | - |
Key Pointers:
- Candidates must appear in both papers.
- More than one answer per question will be treated as wrong.
- No penalty for unanswered questions.
- Shortlisting based on minimum qualifying marks & total candidates limit.
JKPSC CCE Mains Exam Pattern 2026:
| Paper / Component | Subject | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying Paper 1 | English | 300 |
| Paper 2 | Essay | 250 |
| Paper 3 | General Studies I (Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society) | 250 |
| Paper 4 | General Studies II (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations) | 250 |
| Paper 5 | General Studies III (Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Environment, Security, Disaster Management) | 250 |
| Paper 6 | General Studies IV (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude) | 250 |
| Paper 7 | Optional Subject Paper 1 | 250 |
| Paper 8 | Optional Subject Paper 2 | 250 |
| Sub-Total (Written Test) | - | 1750 |
| Personality Test (Interview) | - | 250 |
| Grand Total | - | 2000 |
Key Pointers:
- Each descriptive paper (except English) carries 250 marks.
- The English paper is 300 marks and is qualifying only.
JKPSC Personality Test 2026:
| Component | Marks | Description | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personality Test | 250 | Assessed through interview of shortlisted candidates based on merit in the mains exams | No minimum qualifying marks |
JKPSC CCE Syllabus 2026
JKPSC CCE 2025 Syllabus are mentioned in detail below:
JKPSC CCE Prelims Syllabus 2026
Paper 1 (2 Hours):
- Current affairs of national and international importance
- History of India and the freedom struggle
- Geography of India and the world (physical, social, economic)
- Indian Constitution, political system, governance, and rights issues
- Economic and social development, including poverty, inclusion, demographics, and government initiatives
- Environment, biodiversity, climate change, and ecology
- General science (basic, non-specialised knowledge)
- Region-specific topics relating to Jammu & Kashmir.
Paper 2 (2 Hours):
- Reading comprehension
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- Numerical aptitude (Class X level)
- Data interpretation (graphs, tables, charts, data sufficiency)
JKPSC CCE Mains Syllabus 2026
| Paper | Syllabus Topics |
|---|---|
| English |
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| Paper 1: Essay |
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| Paper 2: General Studies 1 |
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| Paper 3: General Studies 2 |
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| Paper 4: General Studies 3 |
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| Paper 5: General Studies 4 (Ethics) |
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| Papers 6 & 7: Optional Subject |
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JKPSC CCE List of Exam Centres 2026
JKPSC CCE 2026 Exam Centres have been specified in the official notification. JKPSC CCE Prelims 2026 Exam will be held in the following districts:
- Srinagar
- Anantnag
- Baramulla
- Jammu
- Doda
- Rajouri
Notes:
- Candidates are required to choose their preferred centre while applying.
- The Commission reserves the right to allot a different centre than the one chosen, and once allotted, no request for change will be entertained.
JKPSC CCE Vacancy 2025-26
JKPSC has announced a total of 80 vacancies in its official notification. JKPSC CCE Vacancy 2025-26 details are given in the table below:
| Service | OM | RBA | SC | ST-1 | ST-2 | LAC/IB | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Scale of KAS | 14 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 35 |
| J&K Accounts (G) | 6 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 15 |
| J&K Police (G) Service | 12 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 30 |
| Total | 32 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 80 |
JKPSC CCE Selection Process 2026
JKPSC CCE 2026 Selection Process consists of 3 stages. They are:
- Combined Competitive (Prelims) Exam:
- Objective type (MCQ) exam for shortlisting candidates for the Mains Exam.
- Combined Competitive (Main) Exam:
- Written examination consisting of eight conventional essay-type papers.
- Personality Test (Interview):
- Interview of candidates shortlisted based on Mains Exam results.
JKPSC CCE Answer Key 2026
JKPSC CCE 2026 Mains Answer Key will be released shortly after the conduction of the Mains Exam is held on April 25, 2026. Follow these steps to download the answer key:
- Visit the official JKPSC website.
- Look for the notification or link related to the “Answer Key” for JKPSC CCE 2026.
- Click on the relevant link to access the answer key PDF or document.
- Download the answer key file to your device.
- Review the answer key to compare your responses with the official answers.
JKPSC CCE Result 2026
JKPSC CCE 2026 Result will be released soon after the conduction of the Mains on April 25, 2026. Candidates can download their JKPSC CCE Result 2025 by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of JKPSC
- Go to the “Examination” or “Results” section.
- Click on the “JKPSC CCE Result 2025” link.
- Enter your roll number or registration details if required.
- Download the PDF result and save it for future use.
JKPSC CCE Cutoff 2026
JKPSC CCE 2026 Cutoff will be released along with the result. Candidates can refer to the expected prelims exam cutoff from the table below:
| Category | Expected Cutoff Marks |
|---|---|
| General (Open Merit) | 260 – 280 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 240 – 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 – 230 |
| Pahari Speaking People (PSP) | 220 – 240 |
| Resident of Backwards Area (RBA) | 220 – 240 |
JKPSC CCE Salary 2026
JKPSC CCE 2026 Salary details are mentioned post-wise in the table below:
| Post/Service | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Junior Scale of J&K Administrative Service | Level 8 (47600-151100) |
| J&K Police (Gazetted) Service | Level 8 (47600-151100) |
| J&K Accounts (Gazetted) Service | Level 8 (47600-151100) |
JKPSC CCE 2026 Notification has announced 80 vacancies for several public service posts in the state. Aspiring candidates have submitted their applications by September 24, 2025 and prepared accordingly for JKPSC CCE Prelims 2025, which was held on 30 November 2025. JKPSC will conduct JKPSC Mains exam 2026 on April 25, 2026.
JKPSC CCE 2026 FAQs
Ques: What is the marking scheme of JKPSC CCE 2026 Prelims?
Ans: In JKPSC CCE 2026 Prelims, each paper carries 200 marks. GS Paper 1 determines shortlisting, while GS Paper 2 (CSAT) requires candidates to score 33% qualifying marks.
Ques: What is the maximum number of attempts allowed in JKPSC CCE 2026?
Ans: JKPSC CCE 2026 allows limited attempts depending on the category. General candidates usually get six attempts, OBC candidates nine, while SC/ST candidates have unlimited attempts within age limits.
Ques: Can visually impaired candidates apply for JKPSC CCE 2026?
Ans: Yes, visually impaired candidates can apply for JKPSC CCE 2026 under the reserved category. Special provisions like scribe facility and extra time may be provided as per guidelines.
Ques: Can JKPSC CCE 2026 application form be edited after submission?
Ans: Yes, JKPSC CCE 2026 allows limited corrections during the application correction window. Candidates can edit certain details, but not all fields, so careful filling is advised.
Ques: Can candidates appear for JKPSC CCE 2026 in regional languages?
Ans: Certain descriptive answers in JKPSC CCE 2026 may be written in regional languages like Urdu or Hindi, but most papers, including English and GS, must be answered in English.
Ques: What happens after JKPSC CCE 2026 final result is declared?
Ans: After JKPSC CCE 2026 final result, successful candidates undergo training and are allotted posts in administrative, police, or allied services based on merit rank and preference order.
Ques: Are JKPSC CCE 2026 Prelims marks used for final merit?
Ans: No, JKPSC CCE 2026 Prelims is only a qualifying stage. Marks obtained are not included in the final merit calculation. Only the Mains and interview performance determine the final selection ranking.
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