Jammu and Kashmir PSC HCAT 2026 — Lecturer English Interview Notice

HCAT (Higher Class Allied Test) is conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission to recruit candidates for teaching and administrative posts in the J&K government. The examination consists of a written test followed by interview and document verification stages.

Only candidates who have qualified in the earlier written examination phase and whose names appear on the merit list for the interview stage are eligible. General eligibility criteria typically require a Bachelor's or Master's degree in English or a related subject, but refer to the official notification for precise qualification requirements.

Bring all original documents including your degree certificate, mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), age proof, address proof, Aadhaar card, and any other documents specifically mentioned in your interview admission letter. Also carry photocopies of these documents for submission if requested.

Download the interview notice from the official JKPSC website (jkpsc.nic.in). The notice contains a merit list or interview schedule showing your roll number, interview date, time, and reporting venue. You can also log in to your account on the JKPSC portal if one was created during the application process.

After the interview, JKPSC conducts document verification to authenticate educational qualifications and other claims. The final selection is based on the combined performance in the written examination, interview, and document verification. Selected candidates are then issued an appointment letter.

As a lecturer in the J&K government, you will be appointed to a pay level determined by the government's pay matrix. You will receive a fixed salary, dearness allowance, house rent allowance (if applicable), and other statutory benefits. Exact salary details are provided at the time of appointment and vary based on qualifications and experience.

No. If you did not apply during the original application window or were not shortlisted for the interview, you cannot participate in this recruitment cycle. However, you can watch for future JKPSC recruitment notifications on the official website to apply in the next cycle.

Yes, the J&K government provides age relaxation for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and other reserved categories as per government policy. Specific relaxation details are mentioned in the official recruitment notification.

If you notice any discrepancy in your personal details on the interview notice, contact the JKPSC office immediately with proof and request a correction. Do not ignore such errors, as they may cause problems during document verification and appointment. Use the contact details provided on the official JKPSC website.

JKPSC typically conducts interviews in person at designated centres in Jammu and Kashmir. Check the interview notice for specific instructions. If any interview is held remotely due to exceptional circumstances, the notice will clearly mention the platform and procedure to be followed.