The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board has announced a large recruitment drive for the post of Constable (Executive) in the Jammu and Kashmir Police under the Home Department. This recruitment offers a golden opportunity for young and eligible candidates who wish to serve in the police force and build a stable career in government service. A total of 1815 vacancies have been notified for both Jammu and Kashmir divisions under direct recruitment. Interested candidates who meet the required eligibility conditions can apply online within the prescribed dates and participate in the multi-stage selection process, which includes a written examination, physical tests, and document verification.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 19 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 17 February 2026
- Cut-off Date for Eligibility: 17 February 2026
- Examination Date: To be announced later
Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute issues.
Total Vacancy Details
The total number of posts advertised for this recruitment is 1815.
Division-wise Vacancy Distribution
- Jammu Division: 934 Posts
- Kashmir Division: 881 Posts
These vacancies are distributed among various reserved and unreserved categories as per government rules. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease during the recruitment process depending on administrative requirements.
Post Name
- Constable (Executive Police)
Department
- Home Department, Jammu and Kashmir Police
Pay Scale / Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level-2 of the government pay matrix.
- Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to allowances such as DA, HRA, and other benefits as per government norms applicable from time to time.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognized board or institution.
The educational qualification must be completed on or before the cut-off date. Candidates failing to produce valid proof during document verification will be disqualified.
Domicile Requirement
- Applicants must be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
- A valid domicile certificate is mandatory and must be valid on or before the last date of application.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2025)
General Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Candidates should not have been born before 01 January 1997 and not after 01 January 2007.
Age Relaxation
- In-Service Police Personnel: Up to 30 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Actual service period will be deducted from age, and relaxation up to 3 years beyond the prescribed maximum age is allowed as per rules
Age relaxation for reserved categories is applicable according to government norms.
Reservation Policy
Reservation is applicable as per the Jammu and Kashmir reservation rules. Vacancies are divided among categories such as:
- Open Merit
- Scheduled Caste
- Scheduled Tribe (ST-1 & ST-2)
- Other Backward Classes
- Residents of Backward Areas
- Economically Weaker Sections
- ALC / IB
Candidates claiming reservation must upload valid category certificates at the time of application.
Horizontal Reservation
- Women Candidates: 15% reservation in non-gazetted posts
- Ex-Servicemen: Reservation as per rules
- Special Police Officers (SPOs): 15%
- Volunteer Home Guards: 4%
Persons with benchmark disabilities are not eligible for this post.
Application Fee
- General Category: ₹700
- SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS Categories: ₹600
The application fee must be paid online through net banking, debit card, or credit card. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection process for Jammu and Kashmir Police Constable (Executive) consists of the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
Written Examination Details
- The written exam will be objective type (MCQs).
- Questions will be asked in English language only.
- Negative marking will apply: one-fourth of the marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
NCC Bonus Marks
Candidates holding NCC certificates will receive bonus marks:
- NCC “C” Certificate: 5%
- NCC “B” Certificate: 3%
- NCC “A” Certificate: 2%
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Candidates shortlisted from the written exam will undergo PST.
For Male Candidates
- Minimum Height: 5 feet 6 inches
- Chest (Unexpanded): 32 inches
- Chest (Expanded): 33.5 inches
For Female Candidates
- Minimum Height: 5 feet 2 inches
Height Relaxation
- Gorkha and Bot Tribe candidates are eligible for a height relaxation of 2 inches.
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
Candidates who qualify PST will appear for PET.
Male Candidates
- 1600 meters race: 6 minutes 30 seconds
- Push-ups: 20
Female Candidates
- 1000 meters race: 6 minutes 30 seconds
- Shot Put (4 kg): 14.5 feet (3 attempts)
Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen
Ex-servicemen are allowed relaxed standards based on age brackets.
Medical Examination
Candidates who qualify all previous stages will undergo a medical examination to assess physical and medical fitness according to police recruitment standards.
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents, including:
- Educational certificates
- Domicile certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Identity proof
- Ex-servicemen certificates (if applicable)
Failure to appear for document verification or produce valid documents will lead to cancellation of candidature.
Examination Centres and Admit Card
- Exam date and centres will be announced later.
- Admit cards will be available online before the examination.
- Candidates must carry their admit card, valid photo ID, and passport-size photographs to the exam centre.
Final Selection
The final merit list will be prepared based on:
- Written examination marks
- Bonus marks (if applicable)
- Qualifying physical and medical standards
Only candidates who successfully clear all stages will be considered for appointment.
