The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the official notification for JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 inviting applications for 669 Constable posts under the Home Department. The JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 consists of positions across Armed/IRP, SDRF, Telecommunication, and Photographer units. Applicants who have completed their 10th Class and meet the required physical and medical standards can submit their online application forms from 01 February 2026 to 02 March 2026 through the official portal jkssb.nic.in. This post contains detail regarding JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 and the details related to it.
Vacancy Structure and Distribution
| Item No. | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 323 | Constable (Armed/IRP) | 421 |
| 324 | Constable (SDRF) | 66 |
| 325 | Constable (Telecommunication) | 174 |
| 326 | Constable (Photographer) | 08 |
| Total | 669 |
Category-wise Breakup
| Post | OM | SC | ST-1 | ST-2 | OBC | ALC/IB | RBA | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armed/IRP | 169 | 34 | 42 | 42 | 33 | 17 | 42 | 42 | 421 |
| SDRF | 27 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 66 |
| Telecommunication | 70 | 13 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 7 | 17 | 17 | 174 |
| Photographer | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Conditions)
Applicants must satisfy the eligibility conditions set by JKSSB for JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 to apply for the recruitment. To apply for the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 applicants meet the following conditions:
- Applicants must have done matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized Board to apply for the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026
- Applicants must be a domicile of Jammu & Kashmir to apply for the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026
- Valid domicile certificate issued by the competent authority is mandatory to apply for the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026.
- For male applicants height must be 5 ft 6 in, Chest (Unexpanded) must be 32 in and Chest (Expanded) must 33.5 in to apply for the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026
- For female applicants height must be 5 ft 2 in to apply for the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026
- 2-inch height relaxation for applicants from Gorkha Community/Bot Tribe who re applying for JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026
- Selected applicants must undergo medical examination as per police department norms to apply for the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026
- The posts under JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 are not open for PwBD category applicants
Age Requirements for All Categories
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 18–28 years |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/RBA/ALC/IB/EWS/OBC | 18–28 years |
| In-Service Police Personnel | 18–30 years |
| SPOs / Volunteer Home Guards | 18–40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period deducted from actual age + max 3-year relaxation |
| All categories – Not born after | 01.01.2007 |
Salary Structure for Selected Constables
| Pay Level | Salary Range | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | J&K Police (Home Department) |
The pay scale includes basic pay, allowances, and benefits as per UT government rules.
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OM/OBC/RBA/ALC/IB | ₹700 |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS | ₹600 |
Important Dates for JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 31 December 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 01 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 March 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 January 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | One week before exam |
Recruitment Journey (Selection Stages)
The selection process for JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 consists of five major stages which includes Stage 1 that is Written Examination then Stage 2 that is Physical Standard Test (PST) then Stage 3 that is Physical Endurance Test (PET) then Stage 4 that is Medical Examination and at last Stage 5 that is Document Verification.
How to Apply Online for JKSSB Constable Recruitment
Applicants who want to apply for the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 must follow the given below steps carefully:
Step1 > Open the official website jkssb.nic.in and select the “Apply Online” under Advertisement No. 14 of 2025
Step2 > Fill the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 application form by entering the personal details, academic information, and contact details and Upload documents including photograph, signature, domicile, certificates, etc.
Step3 > Pay the application fee online and click on the submit button.
Step4 > Download and print the JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026 application form for future use
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available under JKSSB (JK Police) Constable Recruitment 2026?
A total of 669 vacancies have been announced across Armed/IRP, SDRF, Telecommunication, and Photographer units.
Q2. What is the age limit for applying to the Constable posts?
Most candidates must be between 18 and 28 years. Certain categories such as SPOs, VHGs, in-service personnel, and ex-servicemen receive upper-age relaxation.
Q3. What qualifications are required to apply?
Applicants must have completed Matriculation from a recognized Board, and must hold a valid J&K domicile certificate.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Link 1 | Link 2 |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Join Telegram | Click Here |
