Jammu & Kashmir Combined Competitive (JKAS) – Simple guide for candidates
Who can apply? (Eligibility)
- Domicile: Must be a domicile of the UT of Jammu & Kashmir.
- Education: Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized university in India or an equivalent foreign university recognized by the Government.
- Final year / appeared candidates: Allowed, but you must have qualified by the last date for filling the JKAS Preliminary application i.e. 24-09-2025.
- MBBS/Medical candidates: Those who passed the final professional exam but are yet to complete internship may apply provisionally, by uploading a certificate from the concerned University/Institution. All requirements (including internship) must be completed before the Main Exam interview.
Age limit (as on 01-01-2025)
| Category | Maximum Age | Not Born After | Not Born Before |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 32 years | 01-01-2004 | 01-01-1993 |
| Reserved Category & In-service | 34 years | 01-01-2004 | 01-01-1991 |
| Physically Challenged Candidates | 35 years | 01-01-2004 | 01-01-1990 |
Notes: In-service candidates must have completed 2 years of substantive service on 01-01-2025 to claim age relaxation. Candidates already holding a civil post in J&K must upload the required documents to claim upper age benefits.
Quick summary
- Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
- Domicile: UT of J&K
- Max Age: 32 (OM) / 34 (Reserved & In-service) / 35 (PwD)
- Last date to be qualified (for appeared candidates): 24-09-2025
