JK SET FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

The eligibility criteria for the JK SET (Jammu and Kashmir State Eligibility Test) examination are as follows:
(1) Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized university, with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).
(2) There is no upper age limit to apply for the JK SET examination.
(3) Candidates must be Indian citizens.

Yes, there are relaxations in the eligibility criteria for reserved categories in the JK SET examination.
(1) Candidates belonging to OBC/SC/ST/PWD categories are eligible with a relaxation of 5% in the minimum aggregate marks required.
(2) They need to score a minimum of 50% marks in their Master’s degree or its equivalent.

A3: Candidates who possess a Master’s degree or its equivalent with the required percentage of marks are eligible to apply for the JK SET examination.

To apply for the JK SET (Jammu and Kashmir State Eligibility Test) examination, you need to follow the steps briefly mentioned below: 
(1) Visit the official website designated for the JK SET examination. 
(2) Look for the application form link and register yourself by providing the required details. 
(3) You will receive a unique registration ID and password.
(4) Log in using the registration ID and password. 
(5) Fill out the application form with the necessary details.
(6) Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specified guidelines.
(7) Pay the application fee through the available online payment options, such as credit/debit cards, net banking, or other designated payment modes.
(8) Submit the form online.
(9) Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

No, once you have submitted the JK SET application form, you generally cannot make changes to it. However, it is advisable to carefully go through the official notification provided by the conducting authority to know if there is any provision for correction or modification of the application form after submission.

A3: There is no need to send a hard copy of the JK SET application form to the conducting authority. The application process is completed online, and submission of the form through the official website is considered sufficient. 

The JK SET (Jammu and Kashmir State Eligibility Test) examination consists of two papers: Paper-I and Paper II. Paper 1 entails 50 questions for 100 marks and Paper II consists of 100 questions for 200 marks in total. 

No, there is no negative marking in the JK SET examination. Candidates can answer the questions.