The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board has issued an official notification for the recruitment of Constables (Executive) in the Home Department, J&K Police. The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement Notification No. 12 of 2025.
A total of 1815 vacancies are available for eligible candidates who are domiciles of Jammu and Kashmir. The selection will be done through a written examination followed by physical tests. Important details related to qualification, age limit, application dates, and selection process are provided below. Candidates are advised to read all details carefully before applying.
Overview of JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board |
| Advertisement No. | 12 of 2025 |
| Post Name | Constable (Executive Police) |
| Number of Posts | 1815 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Job Location | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Test, PST, PET |
All the important details related to this recruitment are explained in the sections below.
Important Dates
Below is the table showing the important dates for JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Start Date of Online Application | 19 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 February 2026 |
Vacancy Details of JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Cadre | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Constable Executive Police | Jammu Division | 934 |
| Constable Executive Police | Kashmir Division | 881 |
| Total | 1815 |
Eligibility Criteria of JKSSB Constable Vacancies
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Matriculation from a recognized board.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 01 January 2025.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Open Merit, SC, ST, OBC, RBA, ALC/IB, EWS | 18 Years | 28 Years |
| In-service Police Personnel | 18 Years | 30 Years |
| SPOs and Volunteer Home Guards | 18 Years | 40 Years |
Candidates should not be born after 01 January 2007.
Other Requirements
Candidates must be domiciles of Jammu and Kashmir and possess a valid domicile certificate on or before the last date of application.
JKSSB Official Notification and Apply Details
Official Website: jkssb.nic.in
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Online Application: APPLY ONLINE
Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Physical Standard Test
- Physical Endurance Test
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
Physical tests are qualifying in nature.
Physical Standards and Endurance Test
For Male Candidates:
Height: 5 feet 6 inches
Chest: 32 inches unexpanded and 33.5 inches expanded
For Female Candidates:
Height: 5 feet 2 inches
Physical Endurance Test includes running, push-ups for males, and shot put for females as prescribed in the notification.