The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has issued two separate official notices dated 25.07.2026, rescheduling upcoming skill tests. The Skill Test (Shorthand) for the posts of Junior Stenographer/Junior Scale Stenographer has been Rescheduled, and the Type Test (Skill Test) for the post of Junior Assistant has also been rescheduled due to inclement weather conditions. This article explains both notices in detail, including revised dates, admit card validity, and official notice numbers.
JKSSB Skill Test 2026 Reschedule - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Notices Issued | Two separate notices, both dated 25.07.2026 |
| Posts Affected | Junior Stenographer / Junior Scale Stenographer, and Junior Assistant |
| Type of Test | Skill Test (Shorthand) for Stenographer posts; Type Test (Skill Test) for Junior Assistant post |
| Reason for Rescheduling | Shorthand test: reason not stated in the official notice. Type test: inclement weather conditions |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Skill Test 2026 Reschedule - Important Dates
1. Junior Stenographer / Junior Scale Stenographer - Skill Test (Shorthand)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Originally Scheduled From | 27.07.2026 onwards |
| Original Notice Reference | JKSSB-COE0EXAM(UT)/10/2022-04 (7055504) dated 26.05.2026 |
| Revised Schedule | First fortnight of September 2026 |
2. Junior Assistant - Type Test (Skill Test)
| S.No. | Examination Centre | Original Date | Revised Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NIELIT, Jammu | 27th July, 2026 | 25th August, 2026 |
| 28th July, 2026 | 27th August, 2026 | ||
| 29th July, 2026 | 31st August, 2026 | ||
| 2 | NIELIT, Srinagar | 27th July, 2026 | 30th July, 2026 |
| 28th July, 2026 | 31st July, 2026 |
This rescheduling is in continuation of an earlier Office Notice No. JKSSB-COEOEXAM/UT/01/2026-03 (7827645) dated 23.07.2026.
JKSSB Skill Test 2026 - Download Link
The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has issued official notices Rescheduled the Skill Test (Shorthand) for Junior Stenographer posts and rescheduling the Type Test for Junior Assistant posts due to bad weather. The Junior Assistant Type Test will now take place on revised dates in August 2026 across NIELIT centres in Jammu and Srinagar, while the Stenographer Shorthand test is slated for the first fortnight of September 2026. Candidates can review the revised schedule, admit card validity rules, and essential instructions to prepare for their upcoming examination.
Reason for Postponement
- Junior Assistant Type Test: Rescheduled due to inclement weather conditions, as stated in the official JKSSB notice.
- Stenographer Skill Test (Shorthand): The specific reason for rescheduling is not mentioned in the official notice.
Required Documents
Specific document requirements are not listed in these notices. However, based on standard practice mentioned in the notice, candidates are required to carry their Admit Card, which remains valid for the rescheduled Junior Assistant Type Test dates.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- The Admit Cards already issued for the Junior Assistant Type Test shall remain valid for the rescheduled examination dates.
- Candidates shall appear at the same examination centre and at the same reporting time as mentioned in their original Admit Cards.
- Candidates appearing for the Stenographer Shorthand Skill Test should regularly visit the official JKSSB website for the exact date within the first fortnight of September 2026.
- No new admit card is required for the Junior Assistant Type Test as per the current notice.