JKSSB Junior Staff Nurse Answer Key 2026 has been released on 28/06/2026 by the Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board. The provisional answer key is now available for download at jkssb.nic.in in PDF format across all four paper series (A, B, C, D). Candidates have until 01/07/2026 to raise objections by submitting offline at the Jammu or Srinagar JKSSB office with a non-refundable fee of ₹200 per question via Demand Draft. This article is based on the official answer key notice released by the Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board.
The provisional answer key contains the correct responses for the OMR-based written examination held on 28/06/2026. Your response sheet and the official answer key together allow you to calculate your estimated score and decide whether any answers warrant formal objection.
Answer Key | Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Exam Name | Junior Staff Nurse / Junior Male Nurse |
| Notification Number | 07 of 2025 |
| Item Numbers | 99-108 |
| Exam Date | 28/06/2026 |
| Exam Mode | OMR-Based Written Examination |
| Paper Series | A, B, C, D |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Release Date | 28/06/2026 |
| Objection Window | 29/06/2026 to 01/07/2026 (3 working days) |
| Objection Fee | ₹200 per question (Demand Draft only) |
| Objection Mode | Offline only |
| Official Website | https://jkssb.nic.in |
How to Download the JKSSB Junior Staff Nurse Answer Key 2026
- Open the official JKSSB website at jkssb.nic.in
- Navigate to the Examinations section from the homepage menu
- Click on the Answer Key link
- Locate and select “Provisional Answer Key – Junior Staff Nurse / Junior Male Nurse 2026”
- Download the PDF file; it contains all four paper series (A, B, C, D)
- Check your admit card or OMR sheet to identify your paper series
- Match your recorded answers only against the column for your specific series
- Save the PDF for objection submission and future reference
Identify Your Paper Series Before Cross-Checking
The JKSSB OMR examination used four separate question paper series to maintain examination integrity. The same question number carries different correct answers across Series A, B, C, and D. You must use ONLY your assigned series when verifying your answers.
Check your admit card or OMR sheet for your series label. Open the answer key PDF and refer exclusively to the column matching your series. Do not compare your answers with candidates who received a different series, as this will lead to incorrect score calculations.
Calculate Your Probable Score
The JKSSB Junior Staff Nurse written examination uses the following marking scheme:
- Correct answer: +1 mark
- Wrong answer: −0.25 marks (negative marking)
- Unattempted question: 0 marks
Example: If you attempted 80 questions with 65 correct and 15 wrong:
Estimated Score = (65 × 1) − (15 × 0.25) = 65 − 3.75 = 61.25 marks
Count your correct answers from the answer key, count your wrong answers, and apply the formula above to estimate your total score. This helps you understand your performance level before the final result is announced.
Should You Challenge This Answer Key?
Raise an objection if:
You have located the specific question in the official question paper, and the answer provided in the answer key contradicts the question paper’s correct answer. You possess a reference from the official prescribed textbook, NCERT, or a recognised medical publication that supports a different answer than the one published. Multiple standard medical sources agree that the given answer is incorrect. The question paper itself contains a printing error, ambiguous wording, or appears to have two defensible correct answers.
Do NOT raise an objection if:
You are uncertain about the answer but want to challenge it anyway-the ₹200 objection fee per question is non-refundable regardless of outcome. You saw a different answer on social media, a coaching centre app, or an unverified forum without access to the official question paper. A coaching institute or tuition centre disagrees with the published answer but has not provided a credible published source. You answered the question incorrectly and are hoping to overturn it without documentary proof.
Objections are reviewed only by subject matter experts appointed by JKSSB. Only objections supported by clear references to the official question paper or standard published sources are accepted. Speculative or unsubstantiated objections are rejected, and the fee is forfeited.
How to Challenge the Answer Key
- Download the Objection Format (Annexure B) from jkssb.nic.in
- Complete all fields: your name, application number, roll number, exam centre division, and the specific question number and series being challenged
- State your objection clearly and concisely; attach hard-copy supporting evidence (photocopy of the relevant page from the official question paper or prescribed textbook)
- Prepare a Demand Draft for ₹200 per question, made payable to “Accounts Officer, J&K Services Selection Board”
- Submit the completed objection form, supporting documents, and Demand Draft in person at one of these offices:
- JKSSB Office, Jammu, or
- JKSSB Office, Srinagar
- Ensure submission is completed before 01/07/2026 (3 working days from answer key release)
Critical Warning: The objection fee of ₹200 per question is non-refundable, even if your objection is rejected. Raise objections only when you have a clear reference from the official question paper or a standard textbook. Do not submit objections based on speculation or coaching centre answers.
What Happens Next
- Objection window closes on 01/07/2026
- JKSSB reviews all submitted objections with subject experts
- Final Answer Key released – expected within 2-3 weeks of objection closure
- Result declaration and merit list published based on the final answer key
- Document verification and further selection stages were conducted as per the recruitment notification
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | 28/06/2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 28/06/2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 29/06/2026 |
| Objection Submission Deadline | 01/07/2026 |
| Final Answer Key Expected | As per the official schedule |
| Result Declaration Expected | To be announced |
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Provisional Answer Key PDF | Download Answer Key |
| Official JKSSB Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the difference between the provisional answer key and the final answer key?
Ans. The provisional answer key is published immediately after the exam and is subject to objections from candidates. The final answer key is released after JKSSB reviews and processes all objections submitted within the designated window. Only the final answer key is used to prepare the result and merit list.
Q2. I have a different answer than the one shown in the JKSSB Junior Staff Nurse Answer Key 2026. Should I raise an objection?
Ans. Raise an objection only if you can verify your answer against the official question paper or a prescribed textbook. Do not object based on your memory or an unverified source. Each objection costs ₹200 and is non-refundable if rejected.
Q3. Can I submit my objection online?
Ans. No. JKSSB accepts objections offline only. You must submit your objection form, supporting documents, and Demand Draft in person at either the Jammu or Srinagar JKSSB office before 01/07/2026.
Q4. What happens if my objection is accepted?
Ans. If your objection is found valid by subject experts, JKSSB may revise the answer for that question or cancel it entirely. If a question is cancelled, all candidates receive full marks for that question regardless of their response. The revised scores are reflected in the final answer key and result.
Q5. How many objections can I raise?
Ans. You can raise as many objections as you believe are necessary, but each objection incurs a ₹200 fee. Only submit objections for answers you can confidently support with official references. Raising multiple baseless objections wastes your fee and the Board’s resources.
Q6. Will my objection fee be refunded if it is rejected?
Ans. No. The objection fee of ₹200 per question is non-refundable regardless of the objection outcome. This fee is charged at the time of submission and is not returned if your objection is rejected or if the answer is not revised.
Q7. How do I identify which paper series I had in the examination?
Ans. Your paper series (A, B, C, or D) is printed on your question booklet and your OMR answer sheet. Check these documents to confirm your series before comparing your answers with the answer key. Using the wrong series will result in incorrect score calculation.
Q8. When will the JKSSB Junior Staff Nurse result be declared?
Ans. The result will be declared after the final answer key is published. JKSSB has not announced a specific result date yet. Candidates are advised to monitor the official website jkssb.nic.in for updates on result declaration and the next stage of selection.
Your Next Step
Download the answer key before 01/07/2026 and cross-check every answer against your response sheet to calculate your estimated score. Raise objections only for answers you can back with a direct reference from the official question paper or a standard medical textbook. Each objection fee of ₹200 is non-refundable. Follow MyNaukriAlert.com for updates on the final answer key release and JKSSB result declaration.
