JKSET Notification 2026: Exam Date, Eligibility, and Online Application Guide

The University of Kashmir has issued the comprehensive notification for the JK State Eligibility Test (JKSET/LASET-2026), covering 41 diverse subjects. The online application portal opens on 24th July 2026. To qualify for the exam, candidates must first complete the registration process. Eligible applicants can submit their applications online via the official websites: www.kashmiruniversity.net or www.set.uok.edu.in.

JKSET Exam 2026

The JK State Eligibility Test (JKSET/LASET-2026) is a prestigious state-level, offline examination that provides a vital pathway for aspiring Assistant Professors in the government sector. Qualifying this exam is essential for those seeking faculty positions and serves as an entry requirement for Ph.D. admissions across the region.

JKSET Notification 2026 Out

The official JKSET Notification 2026 was published on 20th July 2026 by the University of Kashmir for recruitment to Assistant Professor roles in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Candidates intending to apply should carefully review the notification to understand the eligibility criteria, the registration workflow, and the established exam pattern.

Download Official JKSET Notification 2026 PDF

JKSET Exam 2026- Summary

Before beginning your application, please verify your eligibility against the criteria outlined in the official JKSET Notification 2026 PDF. Note that applications must be submitted exclusively through the official portals at www.kashmiruniversity.net or www.set.uok.edu.in, as no other submission methods are valid.

Jammu & Kashmir SET 2026- Important Dates

The detailed JKSET Notification 2026, which was released on 20th July 2026, provides a complete roadmap and schedule for the upcoming JKSET 2026 examination cycle.

JKSET Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates eager to sit for the JKSET 2026 exam must thoroughly confirm their compliance with the specified eligibility requirements. It is crucial to enter accurate educational and personal data during the registration process to avoid potential application rejection.

1. To be eligible for JKSET/LASET, you need a Master’s degree or equivalent with at least 55% marks (or 50% for SC/ST/PwD) from a UGC-recognized university. The same relaxation in fees and age (if applicable) applies to transgender candidates as for SC/ST.
2. Final-year Master’s students can apply for JKSET/LASET even if their results aren’t declared yet. However, they’ll be considered eligible for Assistant Professor only if they pass their Master’s degree with the required minimum marks (55% for general, 50% for SC/ST/PwD) within two years of the SET result. Otherwise, their application will be disqualified.
3. The Ph.D. degree holders whose Master’s level examination had been completed by 19th September 1991 (irrespective of the date of declaration of result) shall be eligible for a relaxation of 5% in aggregate marks(i.e., from 55% to 50%) for appearing in JKSET/LASET.
4. Candidates are required to appear in the subject of their Post-Graduation only. The candidates whose post-graduation subject is not covered in the list of subjects may appear in the UGC-NET/ UGC-CSIR Test held regularly.
5. Candidates having a post-graduate diploma/certificate awarded by an institution falling outside the Indian University system or having a foreign degree/diploma awarded by a foreign university/ institution should in their interest, ascertain the equivalence* of their course(s) with a Master’s degree of recognized Indian universities from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi.

JKSET Application Fee 2026

The examination fee must be paid exclusively via online transaction modes. After a successful payment, candidates are strongly encouraged to save the transaction receipt and securely retain the reference number for future verification purposes.

JKSET Exam Pattern 2026

Familiarizing yourself with the exam structure is vital for success. The exam evaluates candidates through two distinct papers. The Jammu & Kashmir State Eligibility Test consists of Paper 1 and Paper 2, with each paper allotted a duration of 3 hours (180 minutes).

• Number of Papers:- 2 (Paper 1 and Paper 2)
• Type of Questions:- Multiple choice questions (MCQs)
• No. of Questions:- Paper 1 (50 MCQs), Paper 2 (100 MCQs)
• Total Marks:- Paper 1 (100 marks), Paper 2 (200 marks)
• Marks for Correct Answers:- +2
• Negative Marking:- No
• Exam Duration:- 3 hours each

JKSET Exam Centre 2026

To improve accessibility, the authorities have designated three primary exam centers: Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. By offering multiple strategic locations, the university aims to reduce travel burdens for applicants. Candidates are encouraged to select the examination center closest to their location to ensure a seamless test-taking experience.

Lists for Subjects for JKSET 2026

The JKSET 2026 curriculum spans a broad spectrum of 41 academic subjects. This wide range of disciplines ensures that scholars from various educational backgrounds can compete for Assistant Professor positions across the colleges and universities within Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

1. General Paper(Paper-I)
2. Chemical Sciences
3. Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences
4. Life Sciences
5. Mathematical Sciences
6. Physical Sciences
7. Arab Culture & Islamic Studies
8. Arabic
9. Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian, & Peace Studies
10. Commerce
11. Computer Science & Applications
12. Dogri
13. Economics
14. Education
15. Electronic Science
16. English
17. Environmental Sciences
18. Geography
19. Hindi
20. History
21. Kashmiri
22. Law
23. Library & Information Science
24. Linguistics
25. Management
26. Mass Communication & Journalism
27. Music
28. Persian
29. Philosophy
30. Physical Education
31. Political Science
32. Psychology
33. Public Administration
34. Punjabi
35. Sanskrit
36. Social Work
37. Sociology
38. Urdu
39. Tourism Administration and Management
40. Home Science
41. Women Studies