The Jammu & kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has announced the Constable Recruitment 2026 notification, opening applications for 669 posts across various police categories in the Jammu and kashmir Police under the home Department. This is a major opportunity for eligible candidates seeking government jobs in police services in Jammu & Kashmir.

📍 Vacancy Details: What Posts Are Available

A total of 669 Constable positions have been notified, spread across several cadres:

• Constable (Armed/IRP) – 421 posts
• Constable (SDRF) – 66 posts
• Constable (Telecommunication) – 174 posts
• Constable (Photographer) – 8 posts

These roles are part of the policing and emergency response framework within the UT of Jammu & Kashmir.

🗓️ Important Dates

Event

Date

Notification Released

31 Dec 2025

Online Applications Start

01 Feb 2026

Extended Last Date to Apply

12 Mar 2026

Exam Date

To be notified later

Note: The application deadline was originally March 2 but has been extended to March 12, 2026 to give candidates more time to submit their forms.

📚 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the following basic requirements:

• Educational Qualification:
  • For Armed/IRP and SDRF posts – Matriculation (10th pass)
  • For Telecommunication – 12th pass with science subjects
  • For Photographer – 12th pass with science + relevant experience
• Age: Usually 18 to 28 years (age relaxations apply as per category norms).
• Domicile: Must be a Jammu & kashmir UT domicile with a valid certificate.
• Nationality: Citizen of India.

Candidates should read the official notification carefully for detailed eligibility rules.

📥 How to Apply Online

The application process is fully online and must be completed before the deadline:

Go to www.jkssb.nic.in – the official JKSSB recruitment portal.

Find the link for Constable Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 14/2025 & 15/2025).

Register with your details and upload required documents (photo, signature, domicile certificate, educational certificates).

Complete the application fee payment online (General/OBC: ₹700; SC/ST/EWS: ₹600).

Review the application and submit it before 12 March 2026.

Print the confirmation form for future reference.

🧪 Selection Process

Appointments will be done through a multi‑stage selection process, which typically includes:

Written Examination – Objective‑type questions with negative marking.

Physical Standard Test (PST) – Measurement standards for male and female candidates.

Physical Endurance Test (PET) – Running, push‑ups, shot put, etc.

Medical Examination – Fitness test by a medical board.

Document Verification – Verification of original certificates and eligibility evidence.

💰 Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be placed under Level‑2 pay scale (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) with allowances and benefits as per government norms.

📌 Why This Recruitment Matters

• Provides a stable government job with career growth prospects.
• Offers opportunities across multiple police cadres — including Armed units and specialised roles like Telecommunication.
• Suitable for 10th and 12th pass candidates holding UT domicile of Jammu & Kashmir.

📝 Final Tip for Applicants

✅ Apply well before the extended deadline of March 12, 2026 to avoid last‑minute site issues.
✅ Keep scanned copies of documents ready before applying (photo, signature, certificates).
✅ read the official recruitment notification PDF carefully before submission.

 

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