Overview
The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) is recruiting 29 Professor positions across diverse medical and health science disciplines. This is an excellent opportunity for highly qualified medical professionals with strong teaching experience and research publications to secure prestigious academic positions in medical institutions. Whether you’re a specialist in cardiology, surgery, medicine, or other medical disciplines, JKPSC has positions for you!
🏢 Organization Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) |
| Department | Medical Education, Jammu & Kashmir |
| Official Website | jkpsc.nic.in |
| Location | Jammu and Kashmir |
📊 Total Vacancies
29 Total Professor Positions across various medical specialties:
All positions are under Open Merit category, distributed across clinical, surgical, diagnostic, and non-clinical disciplines in medical institutions.
📌 Post Type & Job Type
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Professor (Medical Specialties) |
| Job Type | Full-time Government Position |
| Nature of Work | Teaching, research, and patient care in medical institutions |
| Career Level | Senior/Senior Most academic position |
💻 Application Mode
Online Only – All applications must be submitted through the official JKPSC website at jkpsc.nic.in. No offline or manual applications will be accepted.
📅 Important Dates – Mark Your Calendar!
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Form Available | 5th January 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 5th January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 4th February 2026 |
| Application Editing Window | 5th February – 7th February 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 4th February 2026 |
| Age Reckoned As On | 1st January 2025 |
Note: You have exactly 1 month to apply. Submit well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
📍 Vacancy Details – Medical Specialties Available
29 Professor positions available across the following medical and surgical specialties:
Clinical & Medical Specialties (13 posts):
- General Medicine
- Cardiology
- Respiratory Medicine
- Gastroenterology
- Neurology
- Community Medicine
- Hospital Administration
- Emergency Medicine
- Critical Care
- Neonatology
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Clinical Biochemistry
Surgical Specialties (10 posts):
- Cardio-Vascular Thoracic Surgery
- Urology
- Neurosurgery
- Surgical Gastroenterology
- Surgical Oncology
- Plastic Surgery (Burn Unit)
- Liver Transplantation Unit
Specialties & Super-Specialties (6 posts):
- Anesthesiology
- Medical Oncology
- Paediatric Oncology Unit
- Pathology
- Nuclear Medicine
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PMR)
- Radio-diagnosis & Imaging
- Radiotherapy
- Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology
All posts are Open Merit positions.
🎓 Educational Qualifications Required
For Professor Positions, candidates must possess:
Mandatory Qualifications (As per Teachers Eligibility Qualifications in Medical Institutions Regulations, 2022):
- For Super-Specialties: M.Ch or DNB in the respective super-specialty field from recognized institution
- For Broad Specialties: MD or MS in the respective specialty from recognized institution (or DNB as alternative)
- For Non-Clinical Specialties: M.Sc or PG degree as per discipline requirement
Essential Requirements:
Teaching and Research Experience:
- Minimum 11-14 years of teaching and research experience as per AIIMS norms (exact duration depends on degree type)
- Experience must include teaching responsibilities in recognized medical institutions
Publications:
- Minimum 10 publications in indexed journals (Medline, PubMed, Scopus, etc.)
- Publications should demonstrate research aptitude and contribution to medical science
Professional Development:
- Completion of NMC (National Medical Commission) recognized basic course in Medical Education Technology
- Completion of basic course in Biomedical Research
Important Notes:
- All qualifications must be from recognized institutions
- Age calculated as on 1st January 2025
💰 Salary & Monthly Remuneration
Excellent salary package for senior academic positions:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | 14 |
| Pay Range | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 per month |
| Grade Pay | As per 7th CPC |
Additional Benefits Include:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical facilities
- Pension after retirement
- Other allowances as per government norms
- Annual increments as per service rules
⏳ Age Limit – Check Your Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age Limit | 50 years (as on 1st January 2025) |
| Minimum Age | No minimum specified |
| Age Calculation Date | 1st January 2025 |
| Relaxation | Applicable for in-service permanent employees of JKPSC as per Government Order |
Important: Age is calculated as on 1st January 2025 based on Government Order No.109-IMS of 1988 dated 8th August 1988.
💳 Application Fee – Budget Required
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General Category | ₹1,200 |
| Reserved Category (SC/ST/OBC) | ₹700 |
| Physically Challenged Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
Payment Details:
- Payment mode: Online only
- No other payment method accepted
- Fee is non-refundable
- Payment must be made at the time of application submission
🎯 Selection Process – How You Get Selected
Selection is based on merit and qualifications as per laid-down criteria:
Selection Methodology:
- Merit-based selection following Rule 44(iv)(a) of the J&K Public Service Commission (Business & Procedure) Rules, 2021 (as amended)
- Evaluation based on qualifications, experience, publications, and research contributions
- Document verification for shortlisted candidates
Evaluation Criteria:
- Educational qualifications and academic achievements
- Teaching and research experience in medical institutions
- Published research work and publications in indexed journals
- Research contributions to medical science
- Academic service record
Final Selection:
- Final merit list prepared based on overall evaluation
- Selected candidates called for document verification
- Appointment subject to successful document verification and medical fitness test
📑 How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these 8 simple steps to apply:
Step 1: Visit Official Website
- Go to jkpsc.nic.in
- Look for “JKPSC Professor Recruitment 2026” notification
Step 2: Update One Time Registration (OTR)
- If you don’t have an OTR account, create one first
- Provide your basic details and document
Step 3: Login to Application Portal
- Use your OTR credentials to login
- Click on “Professor Recruitment 2026” notification
Step 4: Fill Personal Details
- Full name (as per certificates)
- Father’s name
- Date of Birth (must be on or before 1st January 2025)
- Gender
- Category (General/SC/ST/OBC)
- Email address (keep active)
- Mobile number (very important)
Step 5: Fill Professional Details
- Specialty/Discipline you’re applying for
- Current employment status
- Years of teaching experience
- Years of research experience
- Number of publications
Step 6: Upload Documents (Very Important)
- MD/MS/M.Ch/DNB certificate
- Teaching experience certificates
- Research experience certificates
- List of publications with indexing details
- Medical Education Technology course certificate
- Biomedical Research course certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Any other relevant certificates
Step 7: Review & Submit
- Carefully review all entered information
- Verify all uploaded documents are clear and legible
- Check that all mandatory fields are filled
- Click “Final Submit”
- Application number will be generated
Step 8: Pay Application Fee
- Choose payment method (debit card/credit card/net banking)
- Pay ₹1,200 (General) or ₹700 (Reserved)
- Keep payment confirmation
- Your application is now complete
Pro Tips:
- Ensure all documents are clear and legible
- Upload documents in proper format
- Double-check publication details and indexing
- Save your application number for future reference
- Check email regularly for updates
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Have these documents ready before starting your application:
Educational & Professional Certificates:
- MD/MS/M.Ch/DNB degree certificate from recognized institution
- All qualification mark sheets and transcripts
- Medical registration certificate (NMC/MCI)
- Teaching experience certificates (from medical institutions where you worked)
- Research experience certificates
- Publications list with journal details and indexing information
Research & Academic Documents:
- NMC recognized Medical Education Technology course certificate
- NMC recognized Biomedical Research course certificate
- Proof of 10 publications (journal names, indexing details)
- Evidence of research contributions
Category Documents (if applicable):
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates) from competent authority
- Income certificate (if applicable)
- Any other relevant certificates
Personal Documents:
- Date of Birth proof (10th certificate/passport)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
Important Notes:
- All documents must be clear and legible
- Photocopies should be self-attested
- Documents must be from recognized institutions only
- Medical Education Technology and Biomedical Research courses must be NMC recognized
- Publications must be from indexed journals (Medline, PubMed, Scopus, etc.)
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | JKPSC Portal |
| Official Notification | Full Notification PDF |
| Official Website | jkpsc.nic.in |
| Check Results | Sarkari Result |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I apply if my age is exactly 50 years on 1st January 2025? Yes. Age limit is up to 50 years as on 1st January 2025, so exactly 50 is eligible.
Q2: What if I don’t have all 10 publications? 10 publications is mandatory. Without them, you’re not eligible. Ensure you have sufficient publications before applying.
Q3: Are publications from non-indexed journals acceptable? No. Publications must be from indexed journals like Medline, PubMed, or Scopus. Non-indexed publications won’t count.
Q4: Can I submit documents after applying? No. All documents must be uploaded during application. No documents accepted after submission.
Q5: What if I don’t have NMC course certificates yet? You must have completed both Medical Education Technology and Biomedical Research courses before applying.
Q6: Is there age relaxation for reserved categories? Age relaxation only applies to in-service permanent employees of JKPSC as per specific government order. General reserved candidates don’t get age relaxation.
Q7: Can I apply for multiple specialties? You should apply for your primary specialty. Check notification for clarity on multiple applications.
Q8: When will the result be announced? Result dates are not specified in the notification. Check jkpsc.nic.in regularly for updates.
Q9: What if my qualification is slightly different? Only qualifications matching the specified criteria are acceptable. Equivalent qualifications may be considered with government order recognition.
Q10: Will traveling allowance be provided for document verification? This is not mentioned in the notification. It’s advised to make your own travel arrangements.
🎁 Why Apply for JKPSC Professor Position?
✨ Prestigious Academic Role – Senior faculty position in government medical institutions
✨ Excellent Salary – ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200 monthly with benefits
✨ Pension Security – Lifelong retirement and financial security
✨ Career Growth – Senior-most academic position with leadership opportunities
✨ Research Opportunity – Work in well-equipped medical institutions
✨ Job Stability – Permanent government employment
✨ Teaching Excellence – Shape medical education in J&K
⚠️ Important Reminders
- ✅ Only online applications through jkpsc.nic.in accepted
- ✅ Last date: 4th February 2026 – No extensions
- ✅ Age limit strictly 50 years as on 1st January 2025
- ✅ Minimum 10 publications in indexed journals mandatory
- ✅ Teaching experience of 11-14 years required
- ✅ NMC courses mandatory – Medical Education Technology and Biomedical Research
- ✅ Application fee online only – ₹1,200 (General) or ₹700 (Reserved)
- ✅ No documents accepted after final submission
- ✅ All qualifications from recognized institutions only
- ✅ Original documents required during verification
Your academic leadership journey begins here! Don’t miss this opportunity to join prestigious medical institutions as a Professor. Apply now before 4th February 2026! 🎓
For more information, visit jkpsc.nic.in or download the official notification



