The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has rescheduled the Junior Assistant Type Test (Skill Test) 2026 due to inclement weather conditions. The revised examination dates have been announced for candidates whose Type Test was originally scheduled at NIELIT Jammu and NIELIT Srinagar.
According to the official JKSSB notice dated 25 July 2026, candidates should carefully note their revised examination date. The admit cards already issued to candidates will remain valid, and candidates must appear at the same examination centre and at the same reporting time mentioned on their existing admit cards.
Important Update
The JKSSB Junior Assistant Type Test 2026 has been rescheduled due to inclement weather conditions.
The original Type Test was scheduled for 27 July, 28 July and 29 July 2026 at NIELIT Jammu, while the test at NIELIT Srinagar was scheduled for 27 July and 28 July 2026.
Candidates should check the revised schedule below and make a note of their new examination date.
JKSSB Junior Assistant Type Test 2026 Rescheduled
The rescheduling applies to the Type Test (Skill Test) for the post of Junior Assistant. The revised dates have been provided separately for NIELIT Jammu and NIELIT Srinagar.
Candidates should not confuse the original examination dates with the revised dates. The revised schedule given in the official notice is as follows.
JKSSB Junior Assistant Type Test Revised Schedule 2026
| Examination Centre | Original Examination Date | Revised Examination Date |
|---|---|---|
| NIELIT Jammu | 27 July 2026 | 25 August 2026 |
| NIELIT Jammu | 28 July 2026 | 27 August 2026 |
| NIELIT Jammu | 29 July 2026 | 31 August 2026 |
| NIELIT Srinagar | 27 July 2026 | 30 July 2026 |
| NIELIT Srinagar | 28 July 2026 | 31 July 2026 |
Therefore, candidates searching for the JKSSB Revised Exam Date 2026 should refer to the revised schedule above according to their examination centre and original test date.
Important Instructions for JKSSB Junior Assistant Candidates
Candidates appearing for the JKSSB Junior Assistant Skill Test 2026 should follow these important instructions:
- The admit cards already issued to candidates will remain valid for the rescheduled examination dates.
- Candidates should keep their existing admit card safely.
- Candidates must appear at the same examination centre mentioned on their admit card.
- Candidates must follow the same reporting time mentioned on their existing admit card.
- Candidates should carry their valid admit card when appearing for the Type Test on the revised date.
- Candidates should continue their preparation for the Type Test according to their revised schedule.
- Candidates should follow the latest official JKSSB updates in case any further notice or change is issued.
The official notice does not state that candidates will receive new admit cards. Therefore, candidates should retain and use their already-issued admit cards for the rescheduled examination.
Do Candidates Need a New Admit Card?
No new admit card is indicated in the official notice. The JKSSB has specifically stated that the admit cards already issued to candidates shall remain valid for the rescheduled examination dates.
Candidates should therefore keep their existing admit cards safe and appear for the test on the revised date applicable to them. They must report to the same examination centre and at the same reporting time mentioned on their admit cards.
JKSSB Junior Assistant Type Test 2026 – What Candidates Should Do Now?
Candidates whose examination has been rescheduled should take the following steps:
1. Note Your Revised Examination Date
Check the table above and identify the revised date corresponding to your original examination date and centre.
2. Keep Your Existing Admit Card Safe
The admit cards already issued by JKSSB remain valid for the rescheduled examination.
3. Appear at the Same Examination Centre
Candidates must report to the same centre mentioned on their existing admit card, whether their test is scheduled at NIELIT Jammu or NIELIT Srinagar.
4. Follow the Reporting Time on Your Admit Card
The official notice instructs candidates to appear at the same reporting time mentioned on their admit cards.
5. Continue Your Preparation
Candidates should use the additional time, where applicable, to continue preparing for the Junior Assistant Type Test.
6. Check Official JKSSB Updates
Candidates should regularly follow the latest official updates from JKSSB for any further changes or instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why was the JKSSB Junior Assistant Type Test rescheduled?
The JKSSB Junior Assistant Type Test 2026 was rescheduled due to inclement weather conditions, according to the official JKSSB notice dated 25 July 2026.
2. What is the revised JKSSB Junior Assistant Type Test date for NIELIT Jammu?
For NIELIT Jammu, the test originally scheduled for 27 July 2026 will now be held on 25 August 2026. The 28 July test has been moved to 27 August 2026, while the 29 July test will be held on 31 August 2026.
3. What is the revised Type Test date for NIELIT Srinagar?
For NIELIT Srinagar, the test originally scheduled for 27 July 2026 has been rescheduled to 30 July 2026, while the 28 July 2026 test will now be held on 31 July 2026.
4. Are existing JKSSB Junior Assistant admit cards still valid?
Yes. The official notice states that the admit cards already issued to candidates will remain valid for the rescheduled examination dates.
5. Do candidates need to appear at a different examination centre?
No. Candidates are required to appear at the same examination centre mentioned in their existing admit cards.
6. Should candidates follow a different reporting time?
No. Candidates must follow the same reporting time mentioned on their existing admit cards, as stated in the official notice.
Conclusion
The JKSSB Junior Assistant Type Test Rescheduled 2026 update is important for all candidates who were scheduled to appear for the Type Test at NIELIT Jammu or NIELIT Srinagar. The examination has been rescheduled due to inclement weather conditions, with revised dates ranging from 30 July to 31 August 2026, depending on the centre and original examination date.
Candidates should carefully note their revised date, retain their existing admit card, and appear at the same examination centre and reporting time mentioned on the admit card. Candidates should also follow the latest official JKSSB updates for any further changes.
Official Notice Details / Disclaimer
This article is based on the official JKSSB notice dated 25 July 2026, issued by the Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board. The notice was issued by Reyaz Ahmad Malik (JKAS), Controller of Examinations, JKSSB.
The notice refers to Office Notice No. JKSSB-COEOEXAM/UT/01/2026-03 (7827645) dated 23 July 2026. The official notice number is JKSSB-COEOEXAM/UT/01/2026-03(7827645), dated 25 July 2026.
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