JKSSB FAA Recruitment 2025: In a major development for job seekers across Jammu and Kashmir, the Finance Department has officially referred 600 Finance/Accounts Assistant (FAA) vacancies to the Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) for recruitment. This marks one of the largest government hiring drives in recent years for graduates aiming to secure a stable position in the state’s financial administration.
Vacancy Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Posts (Referred) | 600 |
| Post Name | Finance / Accounts Assistant (FAA) |
| Recruiting Authority | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Department | Finance Department, J&K Government |
| Mode of Recruitment | Direct recruitment through written objective examination (JKSSB pattern) |
| Interview Stage | Not expected — selection purely on written merit and document verification |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: As per Government Order No. 148-F of 2025, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks (Open Merit) or 45% marks (Reserved Categories).
Applicants holding Postgraduate (PG) degrees with at least 50% marks or PhD qualifications are also eligible.
Age Limit:
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 40 years (with applicable relaxations for reserved categories as per J&K Government norms)
Domicile Requirement: Only candidates who are domiciled in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply, in accordance with the domicile rules specified in the forthcoming JKSSB advertisement.
Vacancy Distribution (Expected)
| Category | Estimated Seats (of 600) |
|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 240 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribe – I (ST-I) | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribe – II (ST-II) | 60 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 48 |
| LAC / IB (Line of Actual Control / International Border) | 24 |
| Resident of Backward Area (RBA) | 60 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 60 |
| Total | 600 (Provisional) |
Recruitment Timeline
The Finance Department has confirmed via RTI reply that the posts have been formally referred to JKSSB. The official advertisement is expected to be published soon on jkssb.nic.in. Candidates are advised to keep their documents ready and begin exam preparation immediately to stay ahead.
Once the advertisement is released, it will detail the category-wise seat matrix, reservation rules, exam dates, and syllabus structure.
Pay-scale & Salary (What to expect)
| Salary Component | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | 29,200 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA @ 53%) | 15,476 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA @ 18%) | 5,256 |
| Gross Monthly Salary | 49,932 |
| Deductions (PF, Tax, etc.) – Approx. | 3,500 |
| Net In-hand Salary (Approx.) | ₹46,400 – ₹47,000 |
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a written objective-type examination, conducted under the standard JKSSB pattern.
There is no interview stage, and the final merit list will be determined solely based on written test performance and subsequent document verification.
Why This Matters
After a long pause in major government recruitments, the upcoming JKSSB FAA 2025 notification represents a significant opportunity for thousands of graduates seeking secure government employment. With a decent pay scale, job stability, and long-term benefits, this recruitment drive is expected to attract a large number of applicants across all districts of Jammu and Kashmir.
Preparation Advisory
Aspiring candidates should begin structured preparation right away. The previous FAA recruitment syllabus (2020) included sections on General Knowledge with Special Reference to J&K, Accountancy and Book Keeping, Economics, General English, Statistics, and Mathematics. A similar pattern is likely to be followed this year.
Early preparation can make a decisive difference once the official notification is released.
Key Takeaways
- 600 FAA posts referred to JKSSB for recruitment
- Eligibility: Graduation (any stream) with required marks
- Mode: Written exam only, no interview
- Advertisement: Coming soon on jkssb.nic.in
- Domicile: Mandatory J&K UT domicile certificate
Final Word
The JKSSB Finance Accounts Assistant Recruitment 2025 could be the breakthrough many J&K graduates have been waiting for. With no changes to the core eligibility criteria and 600 vacancies confirmed, now is the time to gather your documents, strengthen your fundamentals, and get exam-ready.
