The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially issued a notification regarding the rescheduling of several OMR-based examinations. Released on 1st July 2025, the notice is a partial modification of the earlier schedule (JKSSB-COEOEXAM/UT/10/2023-04, dated 16.05.2025).
This rescheduling affects key government posts across departments such as Home, Power Development, Public Works (R&B and Jal Shakti), and the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat.
Contents
- 1 Important Highlights of JKSSB Rescheduled Exams 2025
- 2 Revised JKSSB Exam Schedule 2025
- 3 Why Were the JKSSB Exams Rescheduled?
- 4 How Does This Affect Aspirants?
- 5 JKSSB Exam Pattern Overview (OMR-Based)
- 6 Preparation Tips for JKSSB Rescheduled Exams
- 7 Official Instructions from the JKSSB
- 8 What to Do Next?
Important Highlights of JKSSB Rescheduled Exams 2025
- Revised dates affect Assistant Superintendent Jails, Dhobi, JE Electrical, and JE Civil posts.
- New exam dates are from 13th July to 31st August 2025.
- Exams are OMR-based and follow the JKSSB standard format.
Revised JKSSB Exam Schedule 2025
| S. No. | Department | Post Name | Notification No. | Item No. | Previous Exam Date | New Exam Date |
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| 1 | Home Department | Assistant Superintendent Jails | 02 of 2022 | 41 | 06.07.2025 | 13.07.2025 |
| 2 | LG Secretariat J&K | Dhobi | 04 of 2025 | 15 | 06.07.2025 | 13.07.2025 |
| 3 | Power Development Dept. | JE (Electrical) | 02 of 2025 | 02, 03, 04, 05 | 27.07.2025 | 24.08.2025 |
| 4 | Public Works (R&B) and Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) | 03 of 2025 | 06 & 07 | 10.08.2025 | 31.08.2025 |
Controller of Examinations: Reyaz Ahmad Malik (JKAS)
Dated: 01-07-2025
Why Were the JKSSB Exams Rescheduled?
While the reason wasn’t explicitly mentioned, exams are typically rescheduled due to administrative adjustments, date clashes, or logistical challenges.
How Does This Affect Aspirants?
- Extra preparation time before the new dates.
- Chance to focus on weak areas and mock practice.
- Realign your study plan for better time management.
JKSSB Exam Pattern Overview (OMR-Based)
- Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Subjects: General Awareness, Reasoning, English, Basic Math, Technical Subject (for JE)
Preparation Tips for JKSSB Rescheduled Exams
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Now that you have more time, here’s how to optimize your preparation:
1. Create a Fresh Study Plan
Revise your calendar according to the new dates. Break your syllabus into weekly modules and assign days for revision, mock tests, and current affairs.
2. Focus on Previous Year Papers
JKSSB often repeats question patterns. Solve the last 5 years’ papers for JE, Jail Superintendent, and Dhobi posts.
3. Revise Technical Topics (for Engineers)
JE Electrical and Civil aspirants should double down on core subjects like:
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For Electrical: Circuits, Machines, Measurements, Power Systems.
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For Civil: Building Materials, RCC, Soil Mechanics, Surveying.
4. Join Test Series
Mock tests simulate the exam environment. Join a trusted test series for JKSSB OMR-based exams.
5. Stay Updated
General Awareness remains a scoring section. Focus on:
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Current events (J&K specific and national)
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Government schemes
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Recent appointments
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Static GK (Rivers, Dams, Culture of J&K)
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Official Instructions from the JKSSB
he notice was shared with multiple departments to ensure wide coverage and awareness, including:
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Commissioner/Secretary to Government (GAD)
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Director, Information & Public Relations (J&K)
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Deputy Commissioner (Jammu/Srinagar)
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Secretary, JKSSB
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Additional and Assistant Secretaries, JKSSB
The JKSSB website (www.jkssb.nic.in) will continue to be the primary source for further announcements, admit cards, and result updates.
What to Do Next?
- Download the official notification
- Revisit your admit card before the new exam date
- Subscribe to JKSSB email/SMS updates
The JKSSB rescheduling may be unexpected, but it presents a great opportunity for serious aspirants. Use the additional time wisely, revise your plan, and continue preparing diligently. Best of luck for your JKSSB journey in 2025!