If you are one of the Job aspirants who is waiting so long for the announcement of JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2025, then your wait is going to end soon, as JKSSB is all set to advertise the NT posts in next few weeks. There are many hurdles in the release of JKSSB NT Notification, but with maximum things resolved, finally we can expect the advertisement in coming days.
Why JKSSB Naib Tehsildars Posts were Delayed for so Long?
There are various things, that delayed the advertisement of NT posts, major ones are
- Inclusion / Exclusion of Urdu: There is long debate going on the Social Media, Whether Urdu is Required for Naib Tehsildar exam or Not. Some media reports of 2022 suggests that “Urdu removed from the NT Eligibility Criteria”, but then an RTI reply from Revenue Department revealed that “Graduate with knowledge of Urdu” is still the Basic Qualification Criteria for Naib Tehsildar posts.
- Dispensing Off with Interview: There is a growing concern from various quarters to abolish the Interview for Naib Tehsildar post, as is the case with other Non-Gazetted posts. In the recently held Cabinet meeting under the Honorable CM Omar Abdullah, it is decided to do way with the Interview for all Non-Gazetted Level-6 Posts including that of Naib Tehsildar.
- Confusion on Referred Vacancies: Earlier, Some media reports suggested that 86 Naib Tehsildar vacancies are going to be advertised. other reports say 58 posts referred. Finally the confusion is cleared after an Official reply received by an aspirant from J&K Grievance Portal, which clearly say “75 Posts have been referred to JKSSB” for Direct recruitment.
JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2025
JKSSB Naib Tehsildar is one of the most coveted jobs in J&K. Don’t be surprised, if you see more than 1.5 lakh candidates applying for the exam. In the 2015 NT Exam, more than 70 thoudands candidates have applied. Now, with rising unemployment levels, and sharp decrease in advertisement of Fresh vacancies, Naib Teshildar Exam may see record no. of applicants. Telling these facts at this time, only to remind you that, there will be cut throat compeition in the JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment.
So don’t wait for the release of the Official NT Notification, instead put all your efforts and start your preparation right now, because lakhs of candidates will be competing for a meager 75 posts. The first step is going through the Syllabus for JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Exam 2025 and starting with the basics.
TimeLine for JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Notification
- Identification of JKSSB Naib Tehisldar Vacancies : Already Done (75 Posts Identified)
- Referral of Vacancies to JKSSB : Yes (In Dec, 2024)
- Release of Official Notification by JKSSB: Feb-March, 2025
- Dates for submitting Online application: Feb-March, 2025
- Expected Date of Written Exam: June / July, 2025
JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Vacancies 2025
As per the information available and date coming from the RTI and grievance poratls, 75 vacancies are expected to be advertised by JKSSB in upcoming advertisement.
Here is the category wise break-up of Naib Tehsildar Vacancies
Total Vacancies: 75
- Open Merit: 30 Posts
- SC: 6 Posts
- ST-1: 8 Posts
- ST-2: 8 Posts
- OBC: 06 Posts
- EWS: 07 Posts
- ALC/IB: 03 Posts
- RBA: 07 Posts
JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Eligibility Criteria
Applicants aspiring to apply for the Naib Tehsildar posts in Revenue Department of Jammu and Kashmir must meet the following eligibility requirements: The criteria listed below ensure that the candidates are well-suited for the responsibilities associated with the position.
- Domicile
The applicant must be a domicile of Jammu and Kashmir. Proof of domicile must be submitted as per the official guidelines during the application process. Make sure you have soft copy of Domicile as it is needed at the time of form filling - Age Limit
The candidate’s age should fall within the range of 18 to 40 years. Age relaxations, if any, will be provided as per government rules for reserved categories. - Educational Qualification
The applicant must possess a degree in any discipline (Graduation) from a recognized university. Additionally, the candidate must have a proficient knowledge of Urdu, as it is essential for the role of Naib Tehsildar.
Knowledge of Urdu is Still Eligibility Criteria for Naib Tehsildar
On 29th November 2022, several newspapers and online portals, including trusted sources like Daily Excelsior and Greater Kashmir, reported that Urdu might be removed from the Naib Tehsildar examination eligibility requirements. However, No government order has been issued to substantiate these claims. For more details, you can refer to the Daily Excelsior article discussing the possible removal of Urdu from the Naib Tehsildar qualifications.
The eligibility criteria for Naib Tehsildar in Jammu and Kashmir have sparked controversy, as they appear to favor job aspirants from one specific region of the union territory. This is primarily because Urdu is taught as a subject up to the Matric level in the Kashmir region, whereas Hindi is the primary subject in the Jammu region. Consequently, candidates from the Kashmir region enjoy a distinct advantage, often leading to their dominance in the selection lists. and this is the reason that 90% of selections in previous NT Exam is from Kashmir region. So, if urdu is retained as eligibility in the current recruitment, there will be no surpises in the Merit List again.
JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Exam Pattern and Selection Process
In the recently held cabinet meeting in Jan, 2025, the government has decided to do away with the Interview for Level-6 Posts, which clearly means that there shall be no Interview for JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Posts-2025
The Selection process for JKSSB Naib Tehsildar positions in Jammu and Kashmir includes the following stages:
- Written Test
- The written examination consists of 120 questions, carrying a total of 120 marks.
- Working Knowledge of Urdu Test
- Candidates will be shortlisted for this test in a 1:5 ratio based on the number of vacancies.To qualify, candidates must score at least 40% marks in the Urdu test.
- Objective Paper: Carries 50 marks.
- Descriptive Paper: Carries 50 marks.
- Interview
- There shall be no Interview so Naib Tehsildar posts
Final Merit List
As there is No Interview for Naib Tehsildar Posts, The Final Merit lists comprises of Marks obtained in the Written test only. Only those candidates who Rank in the Top-75 will be selected for the Naib Tehsildar posts. So you have to put an all out effort to get yourself in the First 75 Ranks, to be sure of your selection in this highly competitive exam.
Syllabus for JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Exam 2025
There is fault with JKSSB, that it never announced the Exam Syllabus in advance. Candidates preparing for various competitive exams those conducted by UPSC and SSC clearly knows what their Syllabus comprised off, but JKSSB aspirants are not so lucky, that they can prepare in advance for Competitive Exams. There are 2 suggestions for JKSSB right now.
- Release an Exmination Calendar just like SSC, UPSC, RRB and IBPS
- Release the Exam Syllabus at the the time of Notification itself.
If JKSSB does these 2 things, half of the problems will solved and rest half need strong administration. We can definitely say, that JKSSB never had good administration, the only exception here is Shri Simrandeep Singhs’s Tenure as JKSSB Chairperson, when things went up so nicely.
At this stage we cannot share the Exact JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Syllabus, but we can provide your with the Syllabus of Previous NT Exam. You can prepare using the previous Syllabus, as there will be slight changes in the Syllabus.
- General English: 20 Marks
- General Studies: 30 Marks
- Constitution of India: 30 Marks
- General Knowledge about J&K: 25 Marks
- Mensuration: 15 Marks
This is the Composition of the Previous Syllabus. You can start with this Syllabus. In the meantine if we get any update we will update the same on this page.
What is the Minimum Score Needed to Qualify for the Naib Tehsildar Merit List?
For candidates preparing for the JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Exam 2025, understanding the previous exam pattern, question papers, and cut-off marks is crucial for effective preparation. Knowing this information can help you identify trends and set realistic goals for success.
The last JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Written Exam was conducted in 2018. Since it has been 6-7 years, this upcoming exam presents a rare opportunity. Many candidates from the previous exam are now either overaged or approaching the age limit. Therefore, it is essential to prepare diligently to ensure you make the most of this chance, as it might not come around again.
JKSSB NT Cut-Off Marks for 2018 (Out of 120 Marks)
Here are the cut-off scores for interviews from the 2018 NT Exam:
- Open Merit: 93.5
- SC: 80.25
- ST: 83.5
- ALC: 86.25
- OSC: 91
- ESM: 49.75
- PHC: 80.75
It is highly advisable that Don’t use this Cut off the Exam Preparation, as this was the Cut off for some 7/8 years ago. Now the times have changed. There is a Big crowd competing for this exam. Even those are already selected in various government Jobs will compete for this exam. So start preparing right now.
Candidate Statistics from 2018
- Total Candidates Appeared for the Written Exam: Over 70,000
- Candidates Shortlisted for Interviews: 860
These insights highlight the competitive nature of the exam. With thousands of aspirants competing for a few hundred posts, setting a target above the previous cut-off marks is advisable to increase your chances of being shortlisted for the next stage.
Important Tip
Utilize the time leading up to the exam wisely, and make sure to practice extensively using mock tests, previous year’s papers, and targeted preparation strategies.
JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Exam Date 2025
The Exam date for the JKSSB Naib Tehsildar recruitment will only be announced after JKSSB releases the official notification. There have been many rumors on social media about the recruitment starting soon, but no official announcement has been made yet.
Some sources say that the posts may have been sent to JKSSB for recruitment, and the advertisement could come out in a few days. Candidates have been waiting for this recruitment for almost nine years, and it is important for the government to announce it soon. Many candidates are close to becoming too old to apply after January 1, 2025, so the government should act quickly.
When Will the Notification and Exam Happen?
- If the recruitment notification comes by March 1, 2025, the exam might happen in April or May 2025.
- This will give candidates enough time to prepare, but the competition will be very high.
Number of Candidates and Vacancies
- Around 1 lakh and fifty thousand candidates are expected to apply for the exam.
- The number of vacancies are only 75.
What Should You Do?
Start preparing for the exam now. Use this time to study, practice old question papers, and focus on topics you find difficult. The competition will be tough, so make sure you are ready to do your best.
Once there is any update on the Release of JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment Notification, we will update the same on this page.
What is the Current Update on JKSSB Naib Tehsildar?
The latest update regarding the Naib Tehsildar vacancy is that the Revenue Department has officially referred the posts to JKSSB for recruitment. In a letter to the JKSSB Secretary, the Revenue Department has forwarded the indents for 75 Naib Tehsildar posts for direct recruitment. This confirms that the recruitment process for Naib Tehsildar positions is finally happening.
With this announcement, the 9-year-long wait for Naib Tehsildar recruitment is set to end. A record number of candidates are expected to apply for these posts. Although the number of vacancies is only 75, it still offers an opportunity for many aspiring candidates to compete for these positions.
Uncertainty Over Qualification
The suspense over the required qualification—whether Urdu proficiency will be included— seems resolved now. In an RTI reply, Revenue Department had cleared, that Urdu is still the eligibility criteria for JKSSB Naib Tehsildar Exam,
Updates
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