JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026 has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1815 Constables Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official JKSSB website. The last date to submit the application form is 17-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the JKSSB Constables Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Post Name | Constable (Executive Police) |
| No of Posts | 1815 |
| Salary | Rs.19,900 – Rs.63,200 (Level-2) |
| Qualification | Matriculation |
| Age Limit | 18 to 28 years (30 years for In-Service Police Personnel) |
| Start Date for Apply | 19/01/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 17/02/2026 |
| Official Website | www.jkssb.nic.in |
JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Item No. | Post Name | Division | OM | SC | ST1 | ST2 | OBC | ALC/IB | RBA | EWS | Total |
| 273 | Constable Executive Police | Jammu | 375 | 75 | 93 | 93 | 75 | 37 | 93 | 93 | 934 |
| 274 | Constable Executive Police | Kashmir | 353 | 70 | 88 | 88 | 72 | 35 | 88 | 87 | 881 |
| Total Vacancies | 728 | 145 | 181 | 181 | 147 | 72 | 181 | 180 | 1815 | ||
Eligibility Criteria for JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Matriculation from a recognized Board.
- Domicile: Candidates must be Domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir with a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority on or before 17.02.2026.
- Physical Standards: Candidates must meet the prescribed Physical Standard Test and Physical Endurance Test requirements as mentioned in the notification.
Salary/Stipend for JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (Rs.19,900 – Rs.63,200) per month
- Candidates selected through this recruitment will receive salary and other benefits as per the extant rules and regulations of the Government of UT of J&K.
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years (Not born after 01.01.2007)
- Maximum Age: 28 years (Not born before 01.01.1997)
- For In-Service Police Personnel: Maximum age 30 years (Not born before 01.01.1995)
- For Ex-Servicemen: Every Ex-Servicemen having served in the Armed Forces shall be allowed to deduct the period of such Service from his Actual Age and if the Resultant Age does not exceed the maximum age limit prescribed for the post by more than 3 years, he shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding Age Limit.
- Note: Candidate should not be born after 01.01.2007
Application Fee for JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| General (OM/RBA/ALC-IB/OBC/ESM) | Rs.700/- (Rupees Seven Hundred only) |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS | Rs.600/- (Rupees Six Hundred only) |
- Fee can be paid only through online mode viz. Net Banking, Credit or Debit cards.
- Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances nor will it be adjusted against any other examination or selection.
- Applications received without the prescribed fee shall not be considered and summarily rejected.
Important Dates for JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 24.12.2025 |
| Start Date for Online Application | 19.01.2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 17.02.2026 |
| Date of Written Examination | To be notified separately |
| Physical Standard Test (PST) | To be notified separately |
| Physical Endurance Test (PET) | To be notified separately |
| Document Verification | To be notified separately |
Selection Process for JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026
- Stage 1 – Written Test: Candidates shall be subjected to a Written Examination (Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions). Questions will be set in English Language only. There will be Negative Marking for each wrong answer to the extent of one-fourth of marks assigned to that question.
- NCC Bonus Marks: Candidates possessing National Cadet Corps (NCC) Certificate shall be awarded bonus marks – 5% for NCC “C” Certificate holders, 3% for NCC “B” Certificate holders, and 2% for NCC “A” Certificate holders.
- Stage 2 – Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates shall be shortlisted for PST on the basis of written test which shall be six times the total number of vacancies to be filled up in each category. This test is of qualifying nature.
- Physical Standards for Males: Height 5′-6″ (minimum), Chest girth 32″ (unexpanded), Chest girth 33½” (expanded)
- Physical Standards for Females: Height 5′-2″ (minimum)
- Relaxation: For candidates belonging to Gorkha Community/Bot Tribe, minimum Height shall be relaxable by 2″.
- Stage 3 – Physical Endurance Test (PET): Candidates who meet the physical standards shall undergo PET, which is of qualifying nature.
- PET for Male Candidates: Long Race 1600 meters in 6½ minutes and 20 Pushups
- PET for Female Candidates: Long Race 1000 meters in 6½ minutes and Shot put (4Kgs) 14½ feet in three attempts
- Relaxed Standards for Ex-Servicemen: Age-wise relaxation provided for Long Race and Pushups/Shot put as per notification
- Stage 4 – Medical Examination: Selected candidates will be medically examined to assess their physical and medical fitness.
General Information/Instructions
- Candidates must be Domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
- The examination will consist of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions in English Language only.
- Candidature will be accepted only provisionally subject to verification of documents.
- Candidates must write their Name, Date of Birth, Father’s Name and Mother’s Name strictly as given in the Matriculation Certificate.
- Request for change/correction in any particulars in the application form, once submitted, will not be entertained under any circumstances.
- Candidates are advised to submit online applications much before the closing date.
- Only one online application for the same item number is allowed.
- Reservation shall be applicable as per the Jammu & Kashmir Reservation Act/Rules.
- Horizontal Reservation: 15% for women candidates, 15% for SPOs (with minimum 3 years engagement), and 4% for Volunteer Home Guards (with minimum 3 years engagement).
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are not eligible for these posts.
- Use of mobile phones or any electronic equipment is strictly prohibited during examination.
- No TA/DA will be paid for participation in the written test/document verification.
- The decision of the Board in all matters will be final and binding on the candidates.
How to Apply for JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026
- Mode of Application: Online mode only through the official website www.jkssb.nic.in
- Step 1: Visit the official website of JKSSB at www.jkssb.nic.in
- Step 2: Click on the “Apply Online” link for Advertisement Notification No. 12 of 2025
- Step 3: Register yourself by providing required details like Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, Mobile Number, etc.
- Step 4: Fill the online application form carefully with all required details
- Step 5: Upload recent passport size colour photograph and signature (as per prescribed specifications)
- Step 6: Upload valid Category Certificate (if claiming reservation) which should be valid as on cut-off date (17.02.2026)
- Step 7: Pay the application fee online through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card
- Step 8: Review the application form carefully before final submission
- Step 9: Submit the application and take printout of the filled application form for future reference
- Step 10: Candidates must carry the printout at the time of Document Verification
- Important: No hard copies of online application form should be submitted to the JKSSB office either in person or by post/email.
- In-Service Candidates: Must submit printout of filled online application form along with duly filled, signed and stamped Certificate through proper channel via the concerned Head of Department/Designated Authority.
JKSSB Constables Recruitment 2026 Important Links
- Apply Link: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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