JKSSB Driver Vacancy 2025 – Complete Details on Eligibility, Selection & Salary

An important announcement has been made by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) for the JKSSB Driver Recruitment 2025. This is an opportunity for 107 candidates with driving skills and other required qualifications to get a government job. The number of vacancies announced is 107 by JKSSB.  All the information about the recruitment is mentioned in the notification that is available on the website of JKSSB. If you have driving skills and other qualifications required for this job, apply before the last date and start your preperation now.

Important Dates

It is very important to keep track of the key dates so you do not miss out on this golden chance. The entire application process will happen online through the official JKSSB website.

Eligibility

Before you decide to apply for the recruitment, it is necessary to check the eligibility criteria and required qualifications, and then start applying online.

Educational Qualification

• The minimum qualification set is 10th pass, and the maximum qualification is 10+2 from any recognised university.
• A valid Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) or Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Driving Licence issued by the Competent Authority is necessary to get this job.

Age Limit

• Open Merit (OM): 40 years
• SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / RBA / ALC/IB / EWS: 43 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 48 years is for ex-servicemen.

Domicile Requirement

• The domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir is important for the candidate to apply. This is a mandatory requirement for this recruitment.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Driver posts aims to test both theoretical knowledge and practical driving skills. It generally involves three stages:

1. Written Examination: The written exam will be an Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions – MCQs) exam.
2. Driving Test (Skill Test): This is a qualifying test, meaning you only need to pass it to proceed. Your hand on the driving wheel will be checked in this test.
3. Document Verification (DV): Candidates who pass the first two stages will have their original documents checked by the authorities to confirm their eligibility claims.

Application Fee Structure

• For the General Category: ₹600/- is for general category.
• For SC, ST-1, ST-2, and EWS categories: ₹500/- for others

Simple Steps to Apply Online for JKSSB Driver Posts

Applying online is a straightforward process. Just follow these steps carefully to submit your application successfully:

• Step 1: Visit the Official Website: Always try to search the official website of the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board, i.e, (jkssb.nic.in). Avoid any 3rd party website.
• Step 2: Registration: Now you need to enter the ‘Online Application’ or ‘Apply Online’ section. If you are new to the website, you need to generate a registration ID and passwords for yourself by providing the required details.
• Step 3: Log In and Fill the Form: Now you need to log in to see the ‘JKSSB Driver Recruitment 2025’ link by entering your credentials. Now fill your application form with your personal details and driving license information.
• Step 4: Upload Documents: Recent passport-size photograph and signature in the correct format and size. Submit these documents.
• Step 5: Pay the Application Fee: The Application fee is already fixed as per the category you need to pay the fee online.
• Step 6: Final Submission: All the details you enter in your application must be checked properly after being assured that all the details are correctly noted. Submit your application form

FAQs

Q1 What are the key dates for applying online for the JKSSB Driver 2025 recruitment, and where can I find the official notification?

The online application for the JKSSB Driver Recruitment 2025 begins on October 13, 2025, and the last date to apply and pay the fee is November 11, 2025. You can find the detailed official notification and the application link on the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board’s official website, which is jkssb.nic.in.

Q2 What are the main eligibility requirements for the JKSSB Driver post, especially regarding education and a driving license?

To be eligible, candidates must have passed at least Matriculation (10th pass) up to 10+2 (12th pass) and must compulsorily possess a valid Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) or Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Driving Licence issued by a competent authority. The upper age limit for General category candidates is 40 years, with relaxations for reserved categories.

Q3 What is the selection procedure for JKSSB Driver posts, and how important is the driving test?

The selection process includes three main stages: a Written Examination (Objective Type), which is used for the merit list, a practical Driving Test (Skill Test), which is mandatory to qualify, and a final Document Verification stage. Yes, the driving test is crucial as candidates must qualify for it to be considered for the post.

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