Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council–Kargil Subordinate Services Recruitment Board has announced a major 181-post district cadre recruitment under Advertisement Notice No. 02 of 2026, dated 21 October 2026. The recruitment covers 20 post items across School Education, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Handicraft, Ladakh Power Development, PHE/I&FC and Animal Husbandry departments. The largest vacancy blocks are 70 Class-IV posts, 45 Technician-III posts and 31 Laboratory Assistant posts, followed by smaller openings for Library Assistant, Gram Sevika, Junior Assistant, Veterinary Pharmacist, Attendant and other roles. Online applications will open on 27 October 2026 and close on 27 November 2026, with the application fee also due by the closing date. At a basic level, qualifications range from Matric and 10+2 to graduate, diploma or trade-certificate routes, depending on the post. This recruitment is specifically for the Kargil district cadre, and candidates must satisfy the notified Kargil domicile condition. Selection will be through a Computer/OMR-based objective examination followed by document verification, with post-specific skill requirements applied where prescribed. Candidates should read Annexure XVI carefully, choose the correct post category and keep domicile, education, category and identity records ready before registration opens.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | LAHDC–Kargil Subordinate Services Recruitment Board |
| Advertisement | Notice No. 02 of 2026 |
| Reference | KSSRB/Advert-Posts/2026-27/293-302 |
| Advertisement date | 21 October 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 181 |
| Cadre | District Cadre, Kargil |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start | 27 October 2026 |
| Last date | 27 November 2026 |
| Fee payment deadline | 27 November 2026 |
| Selection | Computer/OMR-based examination + document verification |
| Official application portal | LAHDC-KSSRB Kargil |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Laboratory Assistant | 31 |
| Library Assistant | 5 |
| Driver Grade-II | 1 |
| Class-IV | 70 |
| VLW | 1 |
| Mirab | 1 |
| Driver-II | 1 |
| Gram Sevika | 4 |
| Junior Assistant – Rural Development | 1 |
| Junior Instructor / Assistant Craftsman SOD / Craft Assistant / Craft Teacher | 1 |
| Junior Assistant – Ladakh Power Development | 2 |
| Technician-III | 45 |
| Receptionist | 1 |
| Mechanic / Electrician / Fitter | 1 |
| Painter | 1 |
| Bearer | 1 |
| Store Khalasi | 1 |
| Junior Assistant – Animal Husbandry | 2 |
| Veterinary Pharmacist | 2 |
| Attendant | 9 |
| Total | 181 |
Basic Qualification
The basic educational requirement varies by post. Depending on the vacancy, candidates need Matric, 10+2, a relevant graduate qualification, diploma, computer qualification or recognised trade certificate.
Candidates should use Annexure XVI of the official advertisement to confirm the exact essential qualification for their chosen post. The required qualification must be acquired by 27 November 2026.
Kargil Domicile Requirement
Applicants must be residents of Kargil District, read as the erstwhile District Kargil under the notification, and must possess the prescribed domicile certificate issued by the competent authority.
Candidates who do not satisfy the Kargil district domicile condition should not apply for these district cadre posts.
Age Limit
The base age limit is 18 to 40 years as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum age / relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 years |
| SC / ST / ALC | 45 years |
| PwBD | 50 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST/ALC | 55 years |
| Ex-servicemen | As per the notified service-deduction rule |
| Eligible government employees | As notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹250 |
| Other categories | ₹200 |
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. Candidates applying for more than one category of post must submit separate applications and pay the applicable fee for each category.
Selection Process
Recruitment will be made through a Computer/OMR-based objective examination followed by document verification.
The written examination has four sections—General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Language—with 25 questions in each section. The notice provides 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer and sets 20% as the minimum qualifying mark. Post-specific qualifying skill tests may also apply where prescribed.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 21 October 2026 |
| Online application opens | 27 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 27 November 2026 |
| Last date for online fee payment | 27 November 2026 |
| Written examination | To be announced by LAHDC-KSSRB |
How to Apply for LAHDC-KSSRB Kargil Recruitment 2026
- Read the official LAHDC-KSSRB Advertisement Notice No. 02 of 2026, especially Annexure XVI for the post you want to apply for.
- Confirm that you satisfy the Kargil district domicile requirement before starting the application.
- Use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator to calculate your age as on 1 January 2026 and compare it with the notified category rule.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check only as a preparation aid; final eligibility must match the official advertisement.
- Prepare your domicile, education, category and identity records with the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Read How to Apply for Government Jobs in India for a general form-review workflow.
- From 27 October 2026, open the official LAHDC-KSSRB application portal, complete one-time registration and select the correct post category.
- Upload the required photograph and signature, complete the application and pay the applicable fee online.
- Submit the form by 27 November 2026 and save/print the completed application for later document verification.
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document / record | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Matriculation certificate | Date-of-birth proof |
| Kargil domicile certificate | District-cadre eligibility |
| Educational / trade certificates | Essential qualification |
| Category certificate, if applicable | Reservation / relaxation |
| PwBD / ESM / OSP documents, if applicable | Horizontal reservation claim |
| Photograph and signature | Online application |
| Submitted application printout | Document verification |
Important Candidate Notes
- This recruitment is restricted to eligible Kargil district domicile candidates.
- The crucial date for essential qualification and most eligibility benefits is 27 November 2026.
- Candidates whose qualifying examination result is still awaited on the crucial date are not eligible.
- Separate application and fee payment are required for each category of post applied for.
- The Board may alter vacancies if the indenting departments change their requirements.
- Recheck the official Kargil recruitment page and LAHDC-KSSRB portal for examination dates, admit cards and corrigenda.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Official Kargil Recruitment Notice Page | Official notice listing |
| Advertisement Notice No. 02 of 2026 PDF | Detailed 39-page notification |
| LAHDC-KSSRB Application Portal | Online application and updates |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available?
LAHDC-KSSRB has advertised 181 district cadre vacancies.
Which posts have the most vacancies?
The largest groups are Class-IV with 70 posts, Technician-III with 45 posts and Laboratory Assistant with 31 posts.
When will online applications start?
Applications open on 27 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The closing date is 27 November 2026.
What is the basic qualification?
Qualification varies by post and ranges from Matric/10+2 to graduate, diploma or recognised trade qualification.
Is Kargil domicile mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must satisfy the notified Kargil district domicile requirement.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹250 for Unreserved candidates and ₹200 for other categories.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is through a Computer/OMR-based objective examination followed by document verification, with qualifying skill tests where prescribed.