Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board Releases Provisional Selection List for Patwari Posts
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the Provisional Selection List for the post of Patwari in the Revenue Department, District Cadre. The recruitment was advertised under Notification No. 02 of 2021 dated March 26, 2021, covering 142 vacancies across various districts, including Pulwama, Anantnag, Kupwara, Shopian, Bandipora, and Baramulla.
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Vacancy Details and Category-wise Distribution
The recruitment process was based on district-wise vacancies, with the following breakdown:
| District Cadre | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Pulwama | 11 |
| Anantnag | 11 |
| Kupwara | 36 |
| Shopian | 17 |
| Bandipora | 16 |
| Baramulla | 51 |
| Total | 142 |
The selection process adhered to category-wise reservations, including Open Merit (OM), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Social Castes (OSC), ALC/IB, RBA, PSP, and EWS categories.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the Patwari post were required to have:
- Graduation with knowledge of Urdu as a prerequisite.
Selection Process and Examination
The selection process involved two phases:
- Part I – Written Descriptive Examination (Urdu Qualifying Paper) held on March 31, 2024
- Part II – OMR-Based Written Examination conducted on September 1, 2024
Following the completion of both phases, results were declared in December 2024, and candidates falling within the consideration zone were called for Document Verification (DV) in January 2025.
Horizontal Reservation Consideration
As per Government Order SO-127 dated April 20, 2020, horizontal reservation of 6% for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and 4% for Physically Challenged (PWD) candidates was applied across all vacancies.
Approval and Finalization
The Provisional Selection List was finalized and approved in the 297th JKSSB Board Meeting on February 10, 2025. The list has been officially notified, and selected candidates are expected to complete the necessary formalities before joining their respective posts.
Next Steps for Selected Candidates
Candidates included in the Provisional Selection List must:
- Regularly check the JKSSB official website (www.jkssb.nic.in) for updates.
- Complete all document verification formalities as per the given schedule.
- Await further instructions regarding appointment and joining procedures.
For more details, candidates can visit the JKSSB portal or contact the board’s official helpline.
