JK SET 2024: Exam Date (Postponed), Admit Card, Exam Centre

Abhishek Joshi
Abhishek Joshi

Updated on - Nov 14, 2024

The authorities have postponed the JK SET 2024 exam until further notice. It was earlier scheduled to take place on October 20, 2024, at three centres: Jammu, Srinagar, and Leh. The test was cancelled because the events 'Kashmir Marathon—2024' and the festival of 'Karva Chauth' fell on the same date. 

The test will be administered to 41 subjects. Eligible candidates could fill out the application forms from July 11 to 26, 2024, and application corrections took place from July 29 to 31, 2024. The JKSET/LASET notification was out on June 5, 2024. 

JKSET cutoff to qualify for the exam for unreserved/EWS-general category is 40% aggregate marks in both papers. All candidates from the other reserved categories must have at least 35% aggregate marks in both examinations taken together.

JK SET 2024 covers 39 subjects for Paper I, a general paper, whereas Paper II was a subject-specific paper. If you wish to work as a professor and assistant professor at Jammu Kashmir Colleges, then read below for more information on the JK SET 2024 Exam.

JK SET 2024 Exam Dates

The JK SET #exam has been postponed until further notice by the official authorities, which was earlier scheduled for Oct 20, 2024. JK SET exam dates 2024 are updated below as per the schedule.

JK SET 2024 Exam Dates
Events Dates
Upcoming Events
JK SET 2024 Admit Card Availability November 2024 (Tentative)
JK SET 2024 Exam Date To be announced (Postponed)
JK SET 2024 Answer Key November, 2024 (Tentative)
JK SET 2024 Answer Key Objections November, 2024 (Tentative
JK SET 2024 Cut Off December, 2024 (Tentative)
JK SET 2024 Results December, 2024 (Tentative)
JK SET Scorecard 2024 December, 2024 (Tentative)
Past Event
JKSET Application Form 2024 Start Date June 11, 2024
JK SET 2024 Application Form End Date (Without late fee) July 20, 2024
JK SET 2024 Application Form End Date (With late fee) July 25, 2024
JK SET 2024 Application Form End Date July 16, 2024
JK SET 2024 Application Form Correction July 29-31, 2024

JK SET 2024 Exam Centres

The JK SET 2024 exam was conducted by the University of Kashmir in 39 subjects at three centres: Jammu, Srinagar, and Leh. Candidates may choose their centre of choice while applying.

Centre Code Centre Name Sub-Centre Names
01 Jammu
  • Jammu
  • Kathua
  • Udhampur
  • Rajouri
  • Bhaderwah
02 Kashmir
  • Srinagar
  • Anantnag
  • Baramulla
03 Leh
  • Leh
  • Kargil

JK SET 2024 Exam Pattern

Candidates need to be thorough with the JK SET 2024 exam pattern and syllabus. They are required to go through the website to gain a clear understanding.

  • JK SET 2024 will be conducted Offline, and the questions will be multiple choice-based questions.
  • JK SET 2024 will be conducted in 3 papers. Paper I, Paper II, and Paper III.
    • Paper I will have 60 questions, 50 of which are to be attempted. The exam will be conducted for 1 hour, and Paper I is for 100 marks.
    • Paper II will have 50 questions and all the questions are compulsory, the exam will be conducted for 1 hour, and Paper II is for 100 marks.
    • Paper III will have 75 questions and all the questions are mandatory to attempt, the exam will be conducted for 2 hours 30 mins, and Paper III is for 150 marks.

To understand the JKSET 2024 exam pattern more simply, candidates can refer to the table.

JK SET 2024 Exam Pattern
Type of Exam Offline
Type of Questions Multiple Choice Question
Medium English
Duration Paper I: 1 hour, Paper II: 1 hour, and Paper III: 2 hours
Total Marks 350
Marking Scheme 2 marks for each correct answer and no negative marking

JK SET 2024 Admit Card

The tentative date for the release of the JK SET 2024 Admit Card for the JK SET/LASET 2024 examination is November 2024. Candidates can download K SET 2024 admit cards from the official website by entering their login credentials. 

The JK SET 2024 admit card is a significant piece of paperwork that must be brought to the testing location on the day of the test. The candidates' admit cards will contain information regarding the JK SET exam location and time.

See the detailed instructions for downloading the JK SET admit card 2024 below.

  • Step 1: Candidates need to check out the exam's official webpage- admin.jammuuniversity.ac.in/JKSET.
  • Step 2: Candidates then need to select 'Download admission card' from the tabs.
  • Step 3: Candidates then need to click on the link for the admissions form.
  • Step 4: Candidates need to select any of the following options:
    application ID or Reference number for the payment transaction
  • Step 5: Name, mobile number, and application number or payment transaction reference number should be entered.
  • Step 6: Candidates can then save the JK SET admissions document and Print out the page.

JK SET 2024 Results

JK SET result 2024 will be available on the University's official website. Candidates can download JKSET result 2024 from the official website, jujkset.in. JK SET 2024 result will be available in a PDF format with roll numbers of qualified candidates. By entering their login information, candidates can download their JKSET scorecard. JK SET 2024 result contains the selected candidates' roll numbers.  

JKSET Cutoff 2024

The JK SET 2024 cutoff will be announced on the official website after it is completed. Candidates can visit the official website to check for JK SET cutoffs.

  • Download the Marks sheet and take the printout of the same for future reference.
  • The minimum Passing criteria per the previous year's cutoff details are as follows:
JK SET 2024 Result Links
Events Links
JK SET 2024 Cut Off TBU
JK SET 2023 Cut Off Click Here
JK SET 2022 Cut Off Click here

Minimum Qualifying Marks for JKSET 2024

The minimum marks required in the JKSET exam to be considered for the Assistant Professor position are as follows:

  • Unreserved/EWS-General category applicants must have at least 40% aggregate marks in both papers taken together.
  • All candidates from the other reserved categories must have at least 35% aggregate marks in both examinations.
JK SET 2024 Result
Category/ Paper Paper I Paper-II Paper III
General Candidates 40% 40% 40%
ST/OBC/SC/PWD Candidates 35% 35% 35%

Read More: JK SET results 2024

JK SET 2024 Answer Key

The provisional JKSET answer key 2024 will made available on the official website, www.jujkset.in. Objections to the JK SET answer key 2024 can also be lodged. JK SET answer key 2024 will be released in PDF format on the JKSET official website. JKSET 2024 answer key will be released for Paper 1 & Paper 2 of all subjects.

JK SET 2024 Answer Key Schedule

Check the schedule for the display of provisional answer keys for the JKSET 2024 below.

JK SET 2024 Answer Key
Event  Date
Date for display and challenge of Provisional
Answer Key through the JKSET website
TBA
Last date of successful transaction of fee through
Credit/Debit Card/Net-Banking
TBA

Steps to Download JK SET Answer key 2024

Candidates can download the JKSET 2024 answer key by following the below-mentioned steps:

  • Step 1: First, candidates need to visit the Official website of JK SET.
  • Step 2: Candidates then need to click on the 'Display/Challenge Answer key ' tab
  • Step 3: Then, candidates need to submit their agreement for the given pointers and conditions 
  • Step 4: Candidates can then enter their roll no. and mobile number on their admit card
  • Step 5: Finally, candidates can download the Answer Key 2024 

Steps to Challenge JK SET Answer Key 2024

Candidates can challenge the JK SET 2024 Answer key  by following the below-mentioned steps:

  •  Step 1: Candidates need to download the JK SET Answer key 2024.
  •  Step 2: Candidates need to click 'Yes' if they want to challenge the answer key.
  •  Step 3: Candidates then need to enter the total number of answers they want to challenge in both Part 1 and 2.
  •  Step 4: Candidates need to pay the non-refundable processing fee of INR 200 per answer.
  •  Step 5: Candidates need to mention the question number they want to challenge, the correct option as per their claim and write the remarks in favour of their answer.
  •  Step 6: Candidates then need to upload the documentary proof supporting their claim as a single PDF file. 
  •  Step 7: Finally, candidates need to submit the JKSET 2024 answer key challenges.

JK SET 2024 Recruitment

Recruitment is done based on the candidate's scores on the JK SET exam. JK SET 2024 exam consists of three papers. The candidate has to pass all three stages of the exam to get selected. Upon selection, candidates will get to work as Assistant professors in different colleges and universities across the state of Jammu and Kashmir.

JK SET 2024 Notification

The organizing authorities announced the JK SET 2024 exam notification on the JK SET 2024 official website on June 5, 2024. The University of Kashmir conducts an entrance exam for recruiting Professors in various colleges and universities of Jammu Kashmir, which is called the JK SET 2024 Exam, i.e., the Jammu Kashmir State Eligibility Test.

The University of Kashmir issues a notification every year before the exam. The JK SET 2024 notification has important information about the exam, such as eligibility, age criteria, application form details, and dates. Candidates can visit the official website of the conducting authority to check the JK SET 2024 notification.

JK SET 2024 Application Form

The JK SET application form 2024 was released online on June 11, 2024. The last date to apply without a late fee is July 26, 2024, and with a late fee is July 25, 2024. The JK SET application process 2024 will completely close on July 16, 2024. Follow the steps given below to apply.

Steps to Fill the Application Form

  • Step 1: Candidates need to visit the official website and check for the JK SET 2024 application form link.
  • Step 2: Candidates need to click on the application form link and fill in all the required details.
  • Step 3: Candidates then need to upload the scanned copy of their recent photo and their signature.
  • Step 4: Candidates can then fill in all the details correctly and make the application fee payment.
  • Step 5: JK SET 2024 application form fees can be paid online through Net banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
  • Step 6: Candidates then need to take the printout of the application form after the successful submission for future reference.

The  Application Fee varies for candidates belonging to different categories, as designed by the examination conducting authority. JK SET 2024 application fee is tabulated below.

JK SET 2024 Application Form Fee
Mode of Application Online
Application Fee General: INR 1000RBA/ALC: INR 800WUP: INR 700SC/ST/PWD/CGB: INR 600

JK SET 2024 Syllabus

JK SET syllabus will be available to download on the official website. Candidates can find the JK SET 2024 syllabus for their preferred optional subject and general paper on the same site.

  • The syllabus varies from subject to subject. You are advised to visit the official website to learn about the syllabus for each subject.
  • There are 38 different subjects and 1 general paper, and the selection of the subject depends upon the subject studied in post-graduation.

The list of subjects for the JKSET 2024 syllabus is tabulated below. Applicants are highly advised to review it to prepare for the examination.

JK SET Syllabus
General Paper Chemical Sciences
Mathematical Science Physical Science
Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian Commerce
Computer Science & Application Dogri
Economics Education
Electronic Science English
Environmental Sciences Geography
Hindi History
Home Science Kashmiri
Earth, Ocean, & Planetary Sciences Life Science
Sociology Urdu
Psychology Punjabi
Law Library & Information
Linguistics Management
Mass Communication & Journalism Music
Persian Philosophy
Arab Culture & Islamic Studies Arabic
Physical Education Political Science
Sanskrit Social Work

JK SET 2024 Eligibility Criteria

JK SET 2024 Eligibility Criteria is structured by the University of Kashmir. Candidates must make sure to fulfill all the eligibility criteria before proceeding to the Application form. Applicants must go through the Eligibility Criteria listed below to appear in the entrance exam as issued by the University of Kashmir–

  • Candidates must have a UGC-recognized Master’s degree with at least 55% marks, 50% for the reserved category. If candidates are appearing in the final year, they can take the exam.
  • Candidates who have a PhD degree and completed a Master’s degree before September 19, 1991, will be eligible for a 5% relaxation in qualifying exam marks.
  • Candidates are advised to apply for the subject of their Master’s degree only.
  • Candidates don't need to be permanent residents of the Jammu and Kashmir state.
  • There is no minimum upper age limit for applying for JKSET 2024.

The table below can be noted down by the candidates to know about JKSET 2024 Eligibility Criteria.

JK SET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit No Upper age limit
Education Qualification Passed Postgraduate with 55% marks (General Category) and 50% Marks (Reserved Category)

About JK SET

Jammu and Kashmir State Eligibility Test (JKSET) is a State Eligibility Test conducted by the University of Kashmir. Candidates willing to work as Assistant professors in various colleges and universities in the state of Jammu and Kashmir can apply for JKSET. Before 2012 Jammu University was the Nodal Agency to conduct the JK-SET but, after 2012 it is the University of Kashmir which is the conducting authority of JKSET.

JKSET is a state-level examination conducted for candidates who are willing to opt for their career as Assistant professors in the colleges and universities of Jammu and Kashmir. JK SET is conducted once a year under the supervision of the University of Kashmir.

Exam Paper: JKSET will be conducted in 3 papers, Paper I, Paper II, and Paper III.

  • Paper I will have 60 questions, 50 of which are to be attempted. The exam will be conducted for 1 hour, and Paper I is for 100 marks.
  • Paper II will have 50 questions and all the questions are compulsory, the exam will be conducted for 1 hour, and Paper II is for 100 marks.
  • Paper III will have 75 questions, and all the questions are mandatory to attempt; the exam will be conducted for 2 hours 30 mins; Paper III is for 150 marks

Counselling Process: Based on the candidates' qualifying marks, the counselling process will be carried out.

The following table shows the important highlights of the JKSET 2024 Exam.

JKSET 2024 Highlights
Exam Name JKSET
Full Form Jammu Kashmir State Eligibility Test
Conducting Body
University of Kashmir
Level State
Category Assistant Professor
Frequency Once in Year
Duration Paper I: 1 hour, Paper II: 1 hour, and Paper III: 2 hours 30 mins
Question Type Multiple Choice Question
Official Website http://set.uok.edu.in/
Helpline Number 0194-2272170, 2420405, 2420570, 2420078

JK SET Contact Information

Address: J&K SET Agency, University of Kashmir,
Hazratbal, Srinagar-190006

Email ID: jkset@uok.edu.in

Phone Number: 0194-2272170,2420405,2420570,2420078

FAQs on JK SET

Q: What is the exam pattern of JK-SET?

A: JKSET was conducted in 3 papers, Paper I, Paper-II and Paper III. Paper-I will have 60 questions and 50 questions are to be attempted, the exam will be conducted for 1 hour, Paper I is for 100 marks. Paper-II will have 50 questions and all the questions are compulsory, the exam will be conducted for 1 hour, Paper-II is for 100 marks. Paper III will have 75 questions and all the questions are mandatory to attempt, the exam will be conducted for 2 hours 30 mins, Paper III is for 150 marks

Q: What is the age limit for JK SET?

A: The conducting body does not specify any upper age limit for candidates applying for the examination.

Q: What is the application fee of JK SET?

A: The application fee for various categories is as mentioned below General: INR 1000 RBA/ALC: INR 800 WUP: INR 700 SC/ST/PWD/CGB: INR 600

Q: What is the marking scheme of JK SET?

A: The marking scheme followed in JK SET is as mentioned: 2 marks for each correct answer and no negative marking

Q: When will the application portal open for JK SET 2024?

A: The application portal was open from Jun 11 - Jul 26, 2024.

Q: When will the admit card for JK SET 2024 exam be released?

A: JK SET/LANSET admit card 2024 is expected to be released in November 2024.

Q: When will the JK SET exam 2024 be conducted?

A: The JK SET exam 2024 has been postponed until further notice by the official authorities, which was earlier scheduled to take place on October 20, 2024.

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