The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 14 of 2025 for the recruitment of Constable (Armed/IRP and SDRF) posts in J&K Police, Home Department.
A total of 487 UT Cadre Constable posts have been advertised under direct recruitment. Eligible domicile candidates of Jammu & Kashmir can submit online applications from 01 February 2026 to 02 March 2026. Selection will be based on Written Examination followed by Physical Standard Test and Physical Endurance Test.
All important details regarding eligibility, age limit, vacancies, application fee and selection process are shared below.
Overview of JKSSB Constable (Armed & SDRF) Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Department | Home Department, J&K Police |
| Post Name | Constable (Armed/IRP and SDRF) |
| Total Vacancies | 487 |
| Cadre | UT Cadre |
| Pay Level | Level-2 (19900-63200) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Test, PST, PET, Medical Examination |
| Official Website | www.jkssb.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Start Date for Online Applications | 01 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Applications | 02 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details of JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Constable (Armed/IRP) | UT Cadre | 421 |
| Constable (SDRF) | UT Cadre | 66 |
| Total | – | 487 |
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Open Merit | 196 |
| SC | 39 |
| ST-1 | 49 |
| ST-2 | 49 |
| OBC | 38 |
| ALC/IB | 20 |
| RBA | 48 |
| EWS | 48 |
| Grand Total | 487 |
Eligibility Criteria for JKSSB Constable (Armed & SDRF) Posts
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Domicile | Must be domicile of Jammu & Kashmir UT |
| Educational Qualification | Matriculation |
| Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025) | 18 to 28 years for most categories |
Upper age limit varies for specific categories as per rules including In-Service Police Personnel, SPOs, VHGs and Ex-Servicemen.
Physical Standard Test (PST)
The PST will be qualifying in nature.
| Gender | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Male | Height: 5’-6”, Chest: 32” (unexpanded), 33½” (expanded) |
| Female | Height: 5’-2” |
Height relaxation of 2 inches is applicable for Gorkha Community and Bot Tribe.
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
| Category | Event | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Male | Long Race | 1600 m in 6½ minutes |
| Male | Push Ups | 20 |
| Female | Long Race | 1000 m in 6½ minutes |
| Female | Shot Put (4 kg) | 14½ feet |
Relaxation is provided for Ex-Servicemen as per age slabs.
Application Fee
| General Category | Rs. 700 |
| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS | Rs. 600 |
Fee is payable online only. Fee once paid will not be refunded.
Scheme of Examination
The selection process includes:
Written Examination (Objective type in English with negative marking)
Bonus Marks for NCC Certificate holders
Physical Standard Test (Qualifying)
Physical Endurance Test (Qualifying)
Medical Examination
Important instructions
Only online applications will be accepted.
Candidates must possess domicile and category certificates valid on the cut-off date.
Candidature will remain provisional till document verification.
Official Notification and Website
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Official Website: www.jkssb.nic.in