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JKSSB Constable (Armed/IRP & SDRF) Recruitment 2026
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JKSSB Constable (Armed/IRP & SDRF) Recruitment 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) - Home Department, J&K Police

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Vacancies

487

Salary

₹19,900 - ₹63,200

Job Type

Permanent

Full time

Apply By

12 Mar 2026

About This Job

JKSSB has released notification for 487 Constable (Armed/IRP and SDRF) posts in J&K Police, Home Department. 10th pass candidates with J&K domicile can apply online. Last date to apply is 12 March 2026. Age limit is 18 to 28 years. Selection through written exam, physical tests, and medical examination.

487 Constable vacancies have been announced by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board for the Armed/IRP and SDRF wings of J&K Police. If you hold a J&K domicile certificate and have cleared your 10th class (Matriculation), this is your chance to join the police force under the Home Department on a UT Cadre basis. The positions are split into 421 Constable (Armed/IRP) and 66 Constable (SDRF) posts.

Post NameVacanciesPay Scale
Constable (Armed/IRP)421Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 - 63,200)
Constable (SDRF)66Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 - 63,200)
  • Total 487 positions across 8 reservation categories including OM, SC, ST-1, ST-2, OBC, ALC/IB, RBA, and EWS
  • 15% horizontal reservation for women candidates in direct recruitment for non-gazetted ranks
  • 15% reservation for SPOs and 4% for Volunteer Home Guards (VHGs) with minimum 3 years of engagement
  • NCC certificate holders receive bonus marks: 5% for NCC "C" certificate, 3% for "B" certificate, and 2% for "A" certificate
  • PwBD candidates are not eligible for these police constable posts

The selection process is thorough and tests you at every level. It starts with a Written Examination consisting of objective-type MCQs in English, where wrong answers carry a negative marking of 25% of the marks for that question. Candidates who clear the written test are then shortlisted for the Physical Standard Test (PST) at six times the vacancy count per category, followed by the Physical Endurance Test (PET) and finally a Medical Examination.

  1. Study previous year papers from JKSSB's official website to understand the question pattern and difficulty level for constable exams
  2. Focus on General Knowledge covering both India and J&K-specific topics including history, geography, polity, and current affairs
  3. Practice arithmetic and reasoning daily, as these sections reward consistent preparation over last-minute cramming
  4. Start physical training early for the 1600m race (males) or 1000m race (females), as PST and PET are qualifying stages you cannot skip
  • Domicile Certificate of J&K UT, valid on or before the cut-off date
  • Matriculation (10th) Certificate and Mark Sheet from a recognized Board
  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/EWS/ALC-IB) in prescribed format, valid as on cut-off date
  • Date of Birth Certificate (Matriculation certificate serves as proof)
  • Two passport-size photographs, recent, not older than 6 months, with date mentioned
  • Valid Photo ID such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, or Passport
  • NCC Certificate if claiming bonus marks
  • Ex-Serviceman Certificate in Form XIV if applicable
  • SPO/VHG Engagement Certificate from concerned Zonal/Wing heads, if claiming reservation under these categories

Responsibilities

  • Maintain law and order and assist in crowd control during public gatherings and events
  • Perform armed patrol duties and guard sensitive installations and border areas
  • Respond to emergency situations including natural disasters as part of SDRF operations
  • Conduct search and rescue operations during floods, earthquakes, and other calamities
  • Assist senior officers in counter-insurgency and anti-terrorism operations
  • Participate in VIP security and escort duties as assigned
  • Maintain physical fitness and weapons proficiency through regular training

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Qualification

Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognized Board or Institution

Preferred Qualification

NCC Certificate holders receive bonus marks in written examination

Age Limit

18 - 28 years (as on 01 Jan 2025)

Age Relaxation:

  • In-Service Police Personnel: 2 years
  • SPOs and Volunteer Home Guards: 12 years
  • Ex-Servicemen: 3 years

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No prior experience required. Freshers are eligible to apply.

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Vacancy Details

Category Posts
General (UR) 196
SC 39
ST 98
OBC 38
EWS 48
Total 487

Application Fee

Category Fee
General ₹700.00
OBC ₹700.00
SC ₹600.00
ST ₹600.00
EWS ₹600.00

* Fee payment may be subject to additional bank charges

Salary & Compensation

Pay Scale

Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 - 63,200)

Allowances

DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other allowances as per J&K UT Government rules

Selection Process

  1. 1 Written Exam
  2. 2 Physical Test
  3. 3 Medical Exam
  4. 4 Document Verification

Exam Pattern

Written Examination:

  • Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Questions set in English language only
  • Negative marking: 25% of marks for each wrong answer (one-fourth deduction)
  • Subjects covered: General Knowledge (India), General Knowledge (J&K), Arithmetic and Reasoning, Computer Basics

NCC Bonus Marks:

  • NCC "C" Certificate: 5% of maximum marks
  • NCC "B" Certificate: 3% of maximum marks
  • NCC "A" Certificate: 2% of maximum marks

Physical Standard Test (PST) - Qualifying:

Candidates shortlisted at 6x the vacancy count per category will appear for PST.

Physical Endurance Test (PET) - Qualifying:

Male Candidates: 1600m race in 6 minutes 30 seconds + 20 push-ups

Female Candidates: 1000m race in 6 minutes 30 seconds + Shot put (4 kg) at 14.5 feet in 3 attempts

Medical Examination:

Final selected candidates undergo medical examination to assess physical and medical fitness.

Additional Requirements

Physical Standards

  • Label: Height, Male_value: 5 feet 6 inches (minimum), Female_value: 5 feet 2 inches (minimum)
  • Label: Chest (Unexpanded), Male_value: 32 inches, Female_value: N/A
  • Label: Chest (Expanded), Male_value: 33.5 inches, Female_value: N/A
  • Label: Height Relaxation, Male_value: 2 inches for Gorkha Community/Bot Tribe, Female_value: 2 inches for Gorkha Community/Bot Tribe

Other Requirements

  • Domicile: Must be a domicile of Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir
  • Women Reservation: 15% horizontal reservation for women in direct recruitment
  • SPO Reservation: 15% horizontal reservation for SPOs with min. 3 years engagement
  • VHG Reservation: 4% horizontal reservation for Volunteer Home Guards with min. 3 years engagement

How to Apply

Application Mode: Online

Required Documents:

  • Domicile Certificate of J&K UT (valid on or before cut-off date)
  • Matriculation (10th Class) Certificate and Mark Sheet
  • Date of Birth Certificate (Matriculation certificate)
  • Category Certificate (SC/ST-1/ST-2/OBC/RBA/EWS/ALC-IB) in prescribed format
  • Two recent passport-size colour photographs (not older than 6 months, with date mentioned)
  • Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport, or School/College ID)
  • NCC Certificate (if claiming bonus marks)
  • Ex-Serviceman Certificate in Form XIV (if applicable)
  • SPO/VHG Engagement Certificate from Zonal/Wing heads (if applicable)
  • Equivalence Certificate (if qualification from outside J&K/Central Universities)
  • Bonafide Certificate in prescribed format (if degree from outside J&K)
  • Printout of online application form (for Document Verification stage)
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Important Dates

Notification

31 Dec 2025

Application Start

01 Feb 2026

Last Date to Apply

12 Mar 2026

Last Fee Payment

12 Mar 2026

Job Locations

Jammu and Kashmir

Categories

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