J&K Bank Recruitment 2026: Jammu & Kashmir Bank Ltd., Srinagar, has officially released four detailed notifications for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) and Banking Associates for the domiciles of UT of Jammu & Kashmir and UT of Ladakh. A total of 1,397 vacancies have been announced, including 343 posts of Probationary Officer and 1,054 posts of Banking Associate, and the online exams will be conducted by IBPS.
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The J&K Bank PO & Banking Associate Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 06 November 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online on the official J&K Bank website, jkb.bank.in. Online applications start on 07 November 2026, and the last date to apply online and pay the fee is 26 November 2026. Any graduate aged 20 to 30 years who is a domicile of J&K or Ladakh can apply, and candidates of each UT can apply only against the vacancies of their own UT.
J&K Bank PO & Banking Associate Recruitment 2026: Overview
Candidates can check the important details of the J&K Bank PO & Banking Associate Recruitment 2026 in the table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Jammu & Kashmir Bank Ltd. (J&K Bank) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer & Banking Associate |
| Total Vacancy | 1,397 (J&K: 1,356, Ladakh: 41) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 24,050/- (Banking Associate) & Rs. 48,480/- (PO) Starting Basic Pay |
| Exam Conducting Body | IBPS |
| Qualification | Graduate in Any Discipline + Domicile of the Respective UT |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 years as on 01.01.2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal | jkb.bank.in |
| Application Start Date | 07.11.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 26.11.2026 |
| Selection Process | Online Exam + Interview (PO) / Document Verification (BA) |
| Official Website | jkb.bank.in |
J&K Bank Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates can download the J&K Bank notification 2026 PDF to check the detailed eligibility criteria, vacancies, exam pattern, syllabus, dates, guidelines, and other important instructions. The official PDFs are attached below. Candidates can click on the links below to download the notification PDFs.
J&K Bank Notification 2026 PDF
JK Bank Recruitment Out PO and Clerk Notifiction Out for 1397 Vacancy
LADAKH – https://jkb.bank.in/sites/default/files/2026-11/Ladakh%20Detailed%20Notification%20Probationary%20Officer.pdf
Clerk-LADAKH https://jkb.bank.in/sites/default/files/2026-11/Ladakh%20Detailed%20Notification%20Probationary%20Officer.pdf
Clerk – JK – https://jkb.bank.in/sites/default/files/2026-11/J%26K%20Detailed%20Notification%20Banking%20Associate.pdf
PO JK https://jkb.bank.in/sites/default/files/2026-11/J%26K%20Detailed%20Notification%20Probationary%20Officer.pdf
J&K Bank Apply Online 2026
The J&K Bank Apply Online 2026 process starts on 07 November 2026 for 1,397 vacancies. Eligible candidates can submit their application forms through the official J&K Bank website at jkb.bank.in (Careers tab) until 26 November 2026. Candidates must choose the correct link for their post (PO or Banking Associate) and their UT (J&K or Ladakh). They must register with basic details, fill in personal, category and graduation details (percentage up to two decimals), upload the photo, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration, and pay the application fee online. Registration is complete only after successful fee payment.
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J&K Bank Vacancy 2026
J&K Bank has announced 1,397 vacancies for 2026 across four categories — Probationary Officer and Banking Associate for the UTs of J&K and Ladakh. The post-wise and UT-wise vacancy distribution is provided below.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (UT of J&K) | 323 | Graduate in Any Discipline + Domicile of the Respective UT |
| Probationary Officer (UT of Ladakh) | 20 | Graduate in Any Discipline + Domicile of the Respective UT |
| Banking Associate (UT of J&K) | 1,033 | Graduate in Any Discipline + Domicile of the Respective UT |
| Banking Associate (UT of Ladakh) | 21 | Graduate in Any Discipline + Domicile of the Respective UT |
| Total | 1,397 | – |
Note: Apprentices who have completed Apprenticeship Training with J&K Bank get 1 year of extra age relaxation and additional marks equal to 2.5% of the maximum marks in the Banking Associate exam. Selected POs must sign a bond of Rs. 2 lakh for 2 years, and Banking Associates must sign a bond of Rs. 1 lakh for 6 months.
J&K Bank Recruitment Important Dates 2026
The important dates for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026 are listed in the table below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 06.11.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07.11.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26.11.2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26.11.2026 |
| Online Exam Date | Notify Soon |
J&K Bank Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026 must check educational qualifications, age limit and other eligibility details before applying. Check the complete eligibility criteria here.
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university. Candidates must be a domicile of the respective UT (J&K or Ladakh). |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 years as on 01.01.2026. |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years; ALC/IB: 3 years; PwBD: 10 years, as per UT reservation rules. |
| Nationality | Indian citizen with a valid domicile of J&K or Ladakh. |
| Other Conditions | Candidates of each UT can apply only against the vacancies of their own UT. Selected candidates must serve in their allotted zone for at least 5 years. |
How to Apply for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026?
- Visit jkb.bank.in and open the “Careers” tab.
- Choose the correct link for your post (PO or Banking Associate) and your UT (J&K or Ladakh).
- Register with your basic details, then fill in your personal, category and graduation details (percentage up to two decimals).
- Upload your photo, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration as instructed.
- Pay the application fee online. Registration is complete only after successful fee payment.
- Submit the form before 26.11.2026 and take a printout for future reference.
J&K Bank Application Fee 2026
Candidates must pay the applicable application fee online. The fee details are given below.
| Category | Probationary Officer | Banking Associate |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / Others | Rs. 1,200/- + GST | Rs. 800/- + GST |
| SC / ST / SEBC / PwBD | Rs. 1,000/- + GST | Rs. 600/- + GST (also ESM) |
| Mode of Payment | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Wallets) | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Wallets) |
J&K Bank Selection Process 2026
The selection process for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
Banking Associate
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Exam | 100 Marks, 60 Minutes — English, Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning. |
| Document Verification | Verification of original documents for shortlisted candidates. |
Probationary Officer (PO)
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam | 100 Marks, 60 Minutes, Qualifying. 10 times the vacancies shortlisted. |
| Mains Exam | 200 Marks Objective + 25 Marks Descriptive. 3 times the vacancies shortlisted. |
| Interview, Document Verification & Final Merit List | Conducted for candidates who qualify the Mains exam. |
J&K Bank Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive the starting basic pay as specified below.
| Post | Starting Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) | Rs. 48,480/- |
| Banking Associate | Rs. 24,050/- |
Note: Selected candidates must serve in their allotted zone for at least 5 years. Selected POs must sign a bond of Rs. 2 lakh for 2 years, and Banking Associates a bond of Rs. 1 lakh for 6 months.
FAQs
Ques: How many vacancies are announced under J&K Bank Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 1,397 vacancies — 343 Probationary Officer posts (323 for J&K and 20 for Ladakh) and 1,054 Banking Associate posts (1,033 for J&K and 21 for Ladakh).
Ques: What is the last date to apply for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 26 November 2026. The application process starts on 07 November 2026.
Ques: What is the educational qualification required for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates must be graduates in any discipline from a recognized university and must be domiciles of the respective UT (J&K or Ladakh). Apprentices who completed training with J&K Bank get extra age relaxation and additional marks.
Ques: What is the age limit for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The age limit is 20 to 30 years as on 01.01.2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years), ALC/IB (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) candidates as per UT reservation rules.
Ques: What is the application fee for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026?
Ans: For PO: Rs. 1,200 + GST (General/EWS/Others) and Rs. 1,000 + GST (SC/ST/SEBC/PwBD). For Banking Associate: Rs. 800 + GST (General/EWS/Others) and Rs. 600 + GST (SC/ST/SEBC/PwBD/ESM). The fee is payable online.
Ques: What is the selection process for J&K Bank Recruitment 2026?
Ans: For Banking Associate: an Online Exam (100 marks, 60 minutes) followed by Document Verification. For PO: Preliminary Exam (qualifying), Mains Exam (200 objective + 25 descriptive marks), Interview, Document Verification, and Final Merit List.
