JKSSB Police Constable 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 1815 Posts

JKSSB Police Constable Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on December 24, 2025, on the official Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) website. The online application process will start from January 19, 2026, and close on February 17, 2026. Candidates must enter correct personal, educational, and category details, select the preferred district cadre, and upload scanned copies of their photograph and signature. The application fee must be paid online to complete the submission. A limited application correction window will be provided after submission.

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JKSSB Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Highlights

JKSSB Police Constable Important Dates 2026

JKSSB Constable Vacancy 2026

The 1815 vacancies have been allocated across the two divisions as follows:

Note: Category-wise vacancies (e.g., General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) are specified in the official notification

JKSSB Police Constable Eligibility Criteria 2026

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India.
• Applicant must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and possess a valid domicile certificate.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10th) or equivalent from a recognised board/institution.
• The qualification must be possessed on or before the last date of online application.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years
• Age As On: 01/01/2025

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation will be applicable as per UT of Jammu & Kashmir Government rules for reserved categories, including SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, and other eligible categories, as mentioned in the official notification.

JKSSB Police Constable Physical Standard Test (PST) 2026

Candidates will be shortlisted for JKSSB Police Constable Physical Standard Test (PST) based on the written examination. The number of candidates shortlisted will be six times the total number of vacancies in each category.

Note:

• For candidates belonging to the Gorkha Community, the minimum height requirement is relaxable by 2 inches.
• For candidates belonging to the Bot Tribe, the minimum height requirement is relaxable by 2 inches.
• Only candidates who qualify for the written examination and meet the PST standards will be allowed to appear for the Physical Endurance Test (PET).

JKSSB Police Constable PET 2026: Physical Endurance Test

Notes:

• Pushups: One complete cycle of up and down counts as one pushup.
• Shot Put: Measured in feet; best of three attempts counts.
• Relaxed standards apply for Ex-Servicemen as per the table.
• Candidates must first clear PST requirements (height/chest) to appear in PET.

How to Apply Online for JKSSB Police Constable Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online from January 19, 2026, to February 17, 2026, for 1,815 Police Constable posts through the official JKSSB recruitment portal. Follow the steps below to apply online for JKSSB Police Constable Recruitment 2026:

Step 1: Visit the official website of Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) at jkssb.nic.in

Step 2: Click on the link for JKSSB Police Constable Recruitment 2026 on the homepage

Step 3: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using basic details such as name, mobile number, and email ID

Step 4: Log in with the registered credentials and fill out the online application form carefully

Step 5: Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format

Step 6: Pay the application fee online through the available payment modes

Step 7: Review all details carefully, submit the application form, and download the confirmation page for future reference

JKSSB Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The application fee varies by category and must be paid online:

JKSSB Police Constable Exam Pattern 2026

JKSSB Police Constable Syllabus 2026

JKSSB Police Constable Selection Process 2026

JKSSB Police Constable selection process consists of multiple stages to ensure a fair and merit-based recruitment.

Stage 1: Written Examination

The written examination is the first stage of the selection process. It is an objective-type test designed to assess candidates’ knowledge of General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, English, and Basic Computer Knowledge. Candidates are shortlisted category-wise for the next stage.

Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST)

Candidates shortlisted from the written exam will be called for the Physical Standard Test (PST) to verify height, chest (for males), and other physical measurements as per the prescribed standards.

Stage 3: Physical Endurance Test (PET)

Candidates qualifying the PST must appear for the Physical Endurance Test (PET), which evaluates physical fitness and stamina through running and other prescribed activities. This stage is qualifying in nature.

Stage 4: Document Verification

Candidates who clear the PST and PET will be required to produce original documents related to age, educational qualification, domicile, and category for verification.

Stage 5: Medical Examination

In the final stage, candidates must undergo a medical fitness examination as per Jammu & Kashmir Police standards. Final selection will be subject to medical fitness.

Candidates who qualify JKSSB Police Constable written examination will be shortlisted for the subsequent stages of selection, including the Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Aspirants are advised to attempt JKSSB Police Constable Mock Test to understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and important topics for effective preparation. Physical tests will be conducted as per the standards prescribed in the official notification.

JKSSB Police Constable Recruitment 2026 FAQs

Ques: What is the probation period for newly recruited JKSSB Police Constables?

Ques: What documents are required for JKSSB Police Constable document verification?

Ques: Is it compulsory to appear in the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET)?

Ques: What is the pay scale for JKSSB Police Constables?

Ques: Can candidates apply for more than one district cadre in JKSSB Police Constable recruitment?

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