JKSSB Junior Assistant Cutoff Marks: The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board conducted the Junior Assistant examination on 19 April 2026 across multiple centers. Candidates who appeared in the exam are now eagerly waiting for the expected cutoff marks and result updates.
Based on student feedback and exam analysis, the paper was considered difficult, especially in sections like General Knowledge, General Studies, and Computer Awareness where many statement-based questions were asked. Mathematics and reasoning sections were moderate, while English was also slightly tough compared to previous exams.
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| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JKSSB Junior Assistant Exam 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board |
| Exam Date | 19 April 2026 |
| Total Marks | 80 Marks |
| Exam Mode | Written Examination |
| Cutoff Release | Along with Result |
| Article Category | JKSSB |
| Official Website | https://jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Junior Assistant Answer Key 2026
Candidates who appeared in the exam can downloaded of provisional answer key before which is released amd available on official we site of JKASB. The answer key helps candidates estimate their scores and raise objections if required. After reviewing objections, the final answer key will be published, which will be used to prepare the merit list and cutoff marks.
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JKSSB Junior Assistant Cutoff Marks Category Wise (Expected)
| Category | Expected Cutoff (Out of 80) |
|---|---|
| OM (General) | 48 – 52 |
| RBA | 44 – 58 |
| EWS | 43 – 47 |
| OBC / OSC | 43 – 47 |
| SC | 40 – 44 |
| ST-1 / ST-2 | 38 – 42 |
| ALC / IB | 39 – 43 |
The expected cutoff marks are prepared based on exam difficulty, number of candidates, and previous year trends. These ranges may vary slightly once the official result is declared.
Section Wise Exam Difficulty Analysis
| Section | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge & General Studies | Tough |
| Computer Awareness | Tough |
| Mathematics | Moderate |
| Reasoning Ability | Moderate |
| English Language | Tough |
Factors Affecting Cutoff Marks
Several factors influence the final cutoff for the Junior Assistant exam:
- Difficulty level of the question paper
- Total number of vacancies released
- Number of candidates appearing in the exam
- Category-wise reservation rules
- Overall performance of candidates.
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How Cutoff Marks Are Calculated
The board prepares cutoff marks based on normalized scores and candidate performance. Key points include:
- Each correct answer adds marks to the score
- Negative marking reduces marks for wrong answers
- Final scores are normalized if multiple shifts are conducted
- Merit list is prepared category-wise
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