JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026 (Armed/IRP & SDRF) – 487 Vacancies, Apply Online
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the official Advertisement Notification No. 14 of 2025 dated 31 December 2025 inviting online applications for 487 Constable posts (Armed/IRP & SDRF) in the J&K Police, Home Department. This is a golden opportunity for matric-pass youth of J&K who aspire to serve in the uniformed services under the UT Cadre.
In this article, you’ll find complete details about vacancies, eligibility, age limit, physical standards, selection process, exam scheme, application dates, and more — structured to help you apply smoothly.
👉 Download Official Notification (PDF):
https://jkssb.nic.in/Pdf/Advertisement_14OF2025_31122025.pdf
🔍 Overview of JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board |
| Department | Home Department (J&K Police) |
| Posts | Constable (Armed/IRP & SDRF) |
| Total Vacancies | 487 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | Matriculation |
| Cadre | UT Cadre |
| Selection Process | Written + PST + PET |
📅 Important Dates
- Online Application Starts: 01 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 02 March 2026
Candidates are advised not to wait for the last date to avoid technical issues.
🧾 Vacancy Details
As per Annexure-A of the notification:
⭐ Constable (Armed/IRP)
- Total Posts: 421
⭐ Constable (SDRF)
- Total Posts: 66
👉 Grand Total: 487 Posts
Vacancies are distributed across OM, SC, ST-1, ST-2, RBA, OBC, ALC/IB, and EWS categories as per J&K reservation rules.
📍 Domicile Requirement
Applicants must:
✔ Be domicile of Jammu & Kashmir UT
✔ Possess a valid domicile certificate by 02 March 2026
🎓 Educational Qualification
✔ Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized board
Candidates must hold the qualification before the application deadline.
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
| Category | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Open Merit | 18 | 28 |
| Reserved Categories | 18 | 28 |
| In-Service Police Personnel | 18 | 30 |
| SPOs & Volunteer Home Guards | 18 | 40 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Relaxation as per rules |
➡️ Candidate must not be born after 01-01-2007
💰 Application Fee
- ₹700 – General category
- ₹600 – SC/ST/EWS categories
✔ Pay online via debit/credit/net banking
❌ Fee is non-refundable
🏃♂️ Physical Standards (Qualifying Only)
📏 Height Requirement
| Candidates | Height |
|---|---|
| Male | 5’6” |
| Female | 5’2” |
| Gorkha/Bot Tribe | Relaxation of 2 inches |
📏 Chest – Male Only
- 32 inches (unexpanded)
- 33.5 inches (expanded)
🏃 Physical Endurance Test (PET)
👨 Male Candidates
- 1600m race in 6½ minutes
- 20 pushups
👩 Female Candidates
- 1000m race in 6½ minutes
- Shotput (4kg) – 14½ feet
🎖 Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen applies as per age slabs
🧪 Selection Process
Selection consists of three stages:
1️⃣ Written Examination
- Multiple-choice questions
- Negative marking: ¼ mark
- Bonus marks for NCC Certificate holders
2️⃣ Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Measurements verification
- Qualifying in nature
3️⃣ Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Race + Pushups / Shot put
- Qualifying in nature
Candidates are shortlisted six times the total vacancies for PST.
🏥 Medical Examination
Final selected candidates must meet medical standards prescribed for Constable posts.
🧾 Required Documents (During DV)
- Matric certificate
- Date of birth proof
- Domicile certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- NCC certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof
- Recent photographs
- Bonafide certificate if studied outside J&K UT
All documents must be valid as on cut-off date.
📝 Exam Admit Cards
- Available online at www.jkssb.nic.in
- Download approx 1 week before exam
- Carry: ✔ Admit card
✔ Valid ID proof
✔ Two recent photos
⚠️ Disqualification / Misconduct
Candidates may be debarred for:
❌ Fake documents
❌ Misconduct during exam
❌ Multiple applications for same item number
❌ Forgery or impersonation
Strict legal action may follow.
💡 Key Instructions for Candidates
✔ Fill form carefully
✔ Names must match matric certificate
✔ Only one application per post item allowed
✔ Upload clear photo & signature
✔ Apply well before last date
📌 Pay Scale & Job Role
Selected candidates will receive:
💵 ₹19,900 – 63,200 (Level-2) plus allowances as per UT Govt norms
They will serve under:
👮 Director General of Police, J&K
Work involves:
- Law & order duties
- Public safety
- Rescue & disaster response (SDRF)
- Security deployment
🔐 Reservation Policy
Applicable as per:
- J&K Reservation Act/Rules
- Horizontal reservation: ✔ Women – 15% ✔ Ex-Servicemen ✔ SPOs / VHGs quota
PwBD candidates are not eligible for this post.
🌐 How to Apply Online
Detailed application instructions will be available on:
Applications are accepted online only.
👍 Why Apply for JKSSB Constable Jobs?
- Government job security
- Attractive salary
- Social respect
- Uniform service pride
- Growth & promotion opportunities
- Chance to serve society
📎 Download Official JKSSB Constable Recruitment Notification
👉 PDF Download Link:
https://jkssb.nic.in/Pdf/Advertisement_14OF2025_31122025.pdf
Candidates should read the notification carefully before applying.
📝 Final Words
The JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026 offers a great opportunity for physically fit and motivated youth of Jammu & Kashmir to join the police force. If you meet the eligibility criteria and are ready to take on a disciplined and challenging career, make sure to apply within the deadline.
Stay tuned for further updates related to:
✔ Syllabus
✔ Exam date
✔ Admit card
✔ Result
We wish all aspiring candidates the best of luck!
