JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 is the next big opportunity for candidates who have successfully qualified for the Preliminary round. The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission has officially invited online applications from eligible candidates domiciled in the UT of J&K to fill 80 prestigious vacancies in Administrative, Police, and Accounts services. If you have cleared the Prelims, make sure to submit your detailed application form (DAF) online between February 16, 2026, and March 9, 2026. The tentative date for the Mains examination is set for April 25, 2026, so it is time to finalize your preparation and get your documents ready for upload.
JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 Overview
Criteria
Details
Exam Name
J&K Combined Competitive (Main) Examination 2025
Conducting Body
Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC)
Notification Number
03-PSC (DR-P) of 2026
Total Vacancies
80 Posts
Job Location
Jammu & Kashmir
Official Website
jkpsc.nic.in
JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
13-02-2026
Application Start Date
16-02-2026
Last Date For Registration
09-03-2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
09-03-2026
Exam Date (Mains)
25-04-2026 (Tentative)
Admit Card Release Date
One week before the exam (Approx. mid-April)
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General Category
Rs. 1200/-
Reserved Categories
Rs. 700/-
PHC Candidates
Nil (Free)
Payment Mode
Online Mode Only
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Cut-off Date for Age
01-01-2025
Open Merit (Max Age)
32 Years (Not born before 01-01-1993)
Reserved Category (Max Age)
34 Years (Not born before 01-01-1991)
In-Service Candidates (Max Age)
34 Years (Not born before 01-01-1991)
Physically Challenged (Max Age)
35 Years (Not born before 01-01-1990)
Minimum Age
Candidates must not be born after 01-01-2004
JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 Vacancy Details
Criteria
Details
Total Posts
80 Vacancies
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03-PSC (DR-P) of 2026
Post Name 1
Junior Scale of J&K Administrative Service (35 Posts)
Post Name 2
J&K Police (G) Service (15 Posts)
Post Name 3
J&K Accounts (G) Service (30 Posts)
JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 Eligibility Details
Criteria
Details
Exam Qualification
Must have qualified the J&K Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Exam 2025.
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University.
Domicile
Must be a Domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
Medical Requirement
MBBS candidates who have passed final exams but not completed internship can apply provisionally (must complete it by interview).
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Total Posts
Open Merit (OM)
32
RBA
07
SC
07
ST-1
09
ST-2
09
LAC/IB
02
OBC
07
EWS
07
Total
80
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Criteria
Details
Eligible Candidates
Only candidates who are Domicile of UT of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible.
Outside Candidates
Candidates from other states are NOT eligible.
Important Documents Required
Document Name
Remarks
Domicile Certificate
Mandatory proof of J&K residence.
Date of Birth Certificate
Matriculation certificate or equivalent.
Degree Certificate
Bachelor’s Degree or Consolidated Marks Sheet.
Character Certificate
From last institution attended or a Gazetted Officer.
Category Certificate
If applying under Reserved/EWS/PHC categories.
In-Service Certificate
Required for government employees claiming age relaxation.
Photograph & Signature
Recent color passport photo (taken after 01.01.2025).
JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 Syllabus Overview
Component
Details
Exam Type
Written Examination (Conventional Essay Type).
Total Papers
8 Papers (Paper I to Paper VII are counted for merit; one paper is qualifying).
Qualifying Paper
English (Qualifying nature).
Merit Papers
Essay, General Studies (I, II, III, IV), and Optional Subject Papers (I & II).
Interview
Candidates who clear the written exam will be called for a Personality Test.
Exam Pattern
Criteria
Details
Mode of Exam
Offline (Pen and Paper).
Question Type
Descriptive / Essay Type.
Centres
Srinagar and Jammu.
Scribe Facility
Available for Visually Impaired/Locomotor Disability (40% impairment).
Compensatory Time
20 minutes per hour for eligible PHC candidates.
Selection Process
Stage
Description
Stage 1
Mains Written Examination (8 Papers).
Stage 2
Personality Test / Interview (250 Marks).
Final Selection
Based on aggregate marks of Mains Written + Interview.
JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 Salary Details
Post Name
Pay Scale
Jr. Scale of J&K Administrative Service
Level 8 (Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100)
J&K Police (G) Service
Level 8 (Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100)
J&K Accounts (G) Service
Level 8 (Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100)
How to Apply
Step
Action
Step 1
Visit the official website: jkpsc.nic.in.
Step 2
Login to your JKPSC account (created during Prelims) using your User ID and Password.
Step 3
Update your One Time Registration (OTR) details if needed and upload a recent photo (taken after 01.01.2025) and signature.
Step 4
Click on “Show Examination” and select the active notification for Mains 2025.
Step 5
Click the “APPLY” button and review your pre-filled details carefully.
Step 6
Fill in the remaining fields (Service Preference, Optional Subject) and submit the form.
Step 7
Pay the requisite fee online via the “Submitted Applications” menu.
Step 8
Upload mandatory documents (Domicile, Degree, etc.) to complete the process and take a printout.
What is the last date to apply for JKPSC CCE Mains 2025?
Eligible candidates who qualified the Preliminary exam must submit their online application for the Mains examination between February 16, 2026, and March 9, 2026.
When will the JKPSC CCE Mains 2025 exam be conducted?
The tentative date for the JKPSC Combined Competitive (Main) Written Examination is April 25, 2026. Admit cards are usually released approximately one week before the exam date.
What is the application fee for different categories?
The application fee is Rs. 1200 for General category candidates and Rs. 700 for Reserved categories. Physically Challenged (PHC) candidates are exempt from paying any fee.
Who is eligible to apply for the JKPSC CCE Mains?
Only candidates who have successfully qualified for the J&K Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Exam 2025 and hold a valid Domicile of the UT of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply.
What are the total vacancies and services available?
There are a total of 80 vacancies available, including 35 posts in the J&K Administrative Service, 15 posts in the J&K Police (G) Service, and 30 posts in the J&K Accounts (G) Service.
What is the age limit for JKPSC CCE Mains 2025?
As of January 1, 2025, the maximum age is 32 years for Open Merit, 34 years for Reserved categories and In-Service candidates, and 35 years for Physically Challenged candidates.
What is the selection process for JKPSC CCE 2025?
The selection process consists of a Main Written Examination (8 conventional essay-type papers) followed by a Personality Test (Interview) valued at 250 marks. Final selection is based on the aggregate marks of both stages.
