Overview
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) is recruiting eligible candidates for the position of Constable in the Jammu & Kashmir Police. This is a prestigious opportunity to serve your state and nation, with excellent salary, benefits, and career advancement prospects.
If you’re a 10th pass candidate from Jammu & Kashmir and meet the physical standards, this recruitment offers a stable government career in one of India’s most important law enforcement agencies.
🏢 Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Department | Jammu & Kashmir Police |
| Ministry | Home Department, J&K |
| Appointment Authority | Director General of Police, J&K |
📊 Total Vacancies
669 Positions Available
Positions distributed across four different constable categories for various specialized duties.
💼 Post Type
Single Position Available:
- Constable (Multiple Categories)
🌐 Job Type
- Uniformed Police Service
- Full-Time Permanent Government Job
- All-Union Territory Posting in J&K
📱 Application Mode
Online Only – Applications must be submitted through the official JKSSB website
🌍 Official Website
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Released | 31st December 2025 |
| Online Application Opens | 01st February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02nd March 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 01st January 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | One week before exam |
| Examination Date | To be notified separately |
📍 Vacancy Details by Category
The 669 positions are distributed across four specialized constable categories:
| Category | Total Posts | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Constable (Armed/IRP) | 421 | Armed Response & Internal Reserve Police |
| Constable (SDRF) | 66 | State Disaster Response Force |
| Constable (Telecommunication) | 174 | Communication & Telecom Operations |
| Constable (Photographer) | 08 | Crime Scene & Evidence Photography |
| TOTAL | 669 |
Category-Wise Reservation Breakdown
Positions are further divided based on reserved categories (OM, SC, ST-1, ST-2, OBC, ALC/IB, RBA, EWS) to ensure fair representation.
🎓 Educational Qualifications
You must meet ALL the following requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized Board
- Domicile Requirement: Must be a domicile of Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir with valid Domicile Certificate issued by Competent Authority
- Nationality: Indian Citizen
- Physical Standards (For Males):
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches (minimum)
- Chest (Unexpanded): 32 inches
- Chest (Expanded): 33½ inches
- Physical Standards (For Females):
- Height: 5 feet 2 inches (minimum)
- Height Relaxation: Gorkha Community and Bot Tribe candidates get 2 inches height relaxation
- Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must pass medical examination
- Not Eligible: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
💰 Salary & Benefits
| Detail | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Level-2 in Pay Matrix |
| Salary Range | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month |
| Additional Benefits | DA, HRA, Medical Allowance, Uniform Allowance, Pension Scheme, Gratuity, CGHS Medical Facility |
| Job Security | Permanent Government Position |
| Service Liability | Entire J&K Territory (All-UT Posting) |
⏳ Age Limit
For General/OM/OBC/RBA/ALC/IB/SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS Categories:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Age Calculation Date: 01st January 2025
- Meaning: Not born before 01.01.1997 and not born after 01.01.2007
For In-Service Police Personnel:
- Maximum Age: 30 years (Extended by 2 years)
For SPOs (Special Police Officers) & VHGs (Volunteer Home Guards):
- Maximum Age: 40 years
For Ex-Servicemen:
- Age Relaxation: Can subtract period of service from actual age
- Condition: Resultant age should not exceed maximum age limit by more than 3 years
💵 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OM/OBC/RBA/ALC/IB | ₹700 |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS | ₹600 |
Payment Mode: Online only (Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card)
Important: Fee is non-refundable once paid.
🎯 Selection Process
The recruitment follows a 5-stage rigorous selection process:
Stage 1: Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Multiple Choice Questions in English Language only
- Questions based on general knowledge, reasoning, and awareness
- Negative marking: One-fourth marks deducted for each wrong answer
- NCC Bonus Marks: Awarded based on NCC Certificate:
- ‘C’ Certificate: 5% bonus
- ‘B’ Certificate: 3% bonus
- ‘A’ Certificate: 2% bonus
Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) – Qualifying Nature
- Shortlisting Criteria: Top 6 candidates per vacancy in each category advance
- For Males: Height 5′-6″, Chest 32″ (unexpanded) & 33½” (expanded)
- For Females: Height 5′-2″
- Relaxation: 2 inches for Gorkha Community/Bot Tribe candidates
- Result: Must clear to proceed to next stage
Stage 3: Physical Endurance Test (PET) – Qualifying Nature
- For Males:
- 1600 meters race to be completed in 6½ minutes
- 20 push-ups
- For Females:
- 1000 meters race to be completed in 6½ minutes
- Shot put (4 kg) throw of at least 14½ feet in three attempts
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxed standards based on age
- Result: Must pass to proceed
Stage 4: Medical Examination
- Candidates must be in good physical and mental health
- Eye sight and hearing tests mandatory
- Complete medical fitness required
- Disqualifying conditions will lead to rejection
Stage 5: Document Verification
- Original certificates and documents checked
- Verification of:
- Educational qualifications
- Domicile certificate
- Category/caste certificates (if applicable)
- Age proof
- Character certificates
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Guide:
- Visit Official Website: Go to https://www.jkssb.nic.in
- Locate Recruitment Notification: Find Advertisement No. 14 of 2025 for Constable positions
- Click Apply Online Link: Open the online application portal
- Register/Login: Create your account or login if already registered
- Fill Application Form with accurate details:
- Full name (as per Matriculation Certificate)
- Date of birth
- Father’s and Mother’s names
- Contact details
- Category and other information
- Upload Scanned Documents (in prescribed format):
- Recent passport-size color photograph (not older than 6 months with date printed)
- Signature (clear and in black ink)
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (if SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Educational qualification certificates
- NCC Certificate (if applicable)
- Pay Application Fee online:
- Use Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card
- ₹700 for General/OM/OBC/RBA/ALC/IB
- ₹600 for SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS
- Review Application Carefully: Check all details before final submission
- Submit Application: Click final submit button
- Save & Note Application Number: For future tracking and correspondence
- Print Confirmation: Take printout for records
Important Notes:
- Apply well before deadline to avoid technical issues
- In-service candidates submit printout through proper departmental channel
- Only one application per post allowed – duplicates will be rejected
- No offline/postal applications accepted
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Keep all these documents ready in scanned digital format before applying:
Educational Documents:
- Matriculation Certificate (10th pass)
- Educational Mark Sheets
- Any higher qualifications certificates
Identity & Domicile Proof:
- Domicile Certificate of J&K (issued by Competent Authority) – Mandatory
- Aadhar Card
- Voter ID
- Driving License
- Passport
- PAN Card
Category Certificates (If Applicable):
- SC/ST Caste Certificate
- OBC Certificate
- EWS Certificate
Other Documents:
- NCC Certificate (if available)
- Character Certificate
- Birth Certificate
Photograph & Signature:
- Recent passport-size color photograph (4×6 cm, not older than 6 months with date)
- Clear signature in black ink
- File size: 20-30 KB, Format: JPG
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | https://www.jkssb.nic.in |
| Apply Online | Click Here for Application Portal |
| Official Notification (Adv. 14) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Adv. 15) | Click Here |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the educational qualification required? A: You must have passed Matriculation (10th) from a recognized board. Higher qualifications like 12th or graduation are not required.
Q: Is domicile certificate mandatory? A: Yes, a valid J&K Domicile Certificate is mandatory for eligibility. You cannot apply without it.
Q: What is the age calculation date? A: Age is calculated as on 01st January 2025. This is the crucial date for determining eligibility.
Q: What is the total salary? A: Salary is Level-2 in Pay Matrix, ranging from ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month with additional allowances (DA, HRA, etc.).
Q: Are there horizontal reservations? A: Yes. 15% for women candidates, 15% for SPOs, and 4% for Volunteer Home Guards.
Q: Can Ex-Servicemen apply? A: Yes, Ex-Servicemen can apply and get age relaxation by deducting their service period from actual age.
Q: Is application fee refundable? A: No, the application fee is non-refundable once paid.
Q: Can I apply multiple times? A: No. Only one application per post is allowed. Multiple applications will be rejected.
Q: What documents do I need at the examination? A: Bring printed Admit Card, two recent passport-size color photographs, and valid photo ID proof (Aadhar/Voter ID/Driving License/PAN/Passport).
Q: Will No TA/DA be provided? A: No Travel Allowance (TA) or Daily Allowance (DA) will be provided for written examination or document verification.
⚠️ Important Instructions
- All eligibility conditions determined as on 01st January 2025 (crucial date)
- Domicile certificate must be valid and issued on or before cut-off date
- Supporting documents must be legally valid on or before last date of application
- Mobile phones and electronic devices strictly prohibited during examination
- Syllabus will be notified on official website
- All exam-related information will be uploaded online – no postal communication
- Board’s decision is final and binding
- Use your Matriculation Certificate name for application
- Blurred or illegible photograph/signature will lead to rejection
- No corrections allowed after application submission
- Apply with utmost care and accuracy
🌟 Why Join JK Police?
- Serve the nation with pride and honor
- Secure permanent government position with excellent job security
- Competitive salary with DA, HRA, and multiple allowances
- Comprehensive pension and gratuity scheme
- CGHS medical facilities for self and family
- Professional training and development opportunities
- Career advancement prospects
- All-India service liability with postings across J&K
Last Updated: January 2, 2026
Application Period: 01st February to 02nd March 2026
Don’t Miss This Opportunity – Apply Now! 🚨
