JKSSB has officially announced 1,815 vacancies for the post of Constable and 487 vacancies for Armed Police Constable under the JK Police Constable Recruitment 2026. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can submit their applications online after going through all the important details available on the official website.
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the complete recruitment notification for JK Police Constable Recruitment 2026. The online application process for Constable posts will be open from 19 January to 17 February 2026, while applications for Constable (Armed/IRP & SDRF) posts can be submitted from 1 February 2026 to 2 March 2026 through the official portal.
In this article, we have explained the notification in a simple and clear manner, covering key information such as important dates, eligibility conditions, application fees, salary structure, selection procedure, and exam pattern, so that every candidate can easily understand the recruitment process.
JK Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates & Application Fee
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | 19 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 17 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | As Per Schedule |
| Exam Date | As Per Schedule |
| Result Declaration | As Per Schedule |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General / OBC | ₹700/- |
| EWS / SC / ST | ₹600/- |
Fee Payment Mode: Online Only
JKSSB Police Constable Notification 2026 : Age Limit
| S.No. | Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Not Born Before | Not Born After |
| (i) | OM (Open Merit) | 18 | 28 | 01.01.1997 | 01.01.2007 |
| (ii) | SC | 18 | 28 | 01.01.1997 | 01.01.2007 |
| (iii) | ST-1 | 18 | 28 | 01.01.1997 | 01.01.2007 |
| (iv) | ST-2 | 18 | 28 | 01.01.1997 | 01.01.2007 |
| (v) | RBA | 18 | 28 | 01.01.1997 | 01.01.2007 |
| (vi) | ALC/IB | 18 | 28 | 01.01.1997 | 01.01.2007 |
| (vii) | EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 18 | 28 | 01.01.1997 | 01.01.2007 |
| (viii) | OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 18 | 28 | 01.01.1997 | 01.01.2007 |
| (ix) | In-Service Police Personnel | 18 | 30 | 01.01.1995 | 01.01.2007 |
| (x) | SPOs & Volunteer Home Guards (VHGs) | 18 | 40 | 01.01.1985 | 01.01.2007 |
JK Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Exam Pattern (Written Test)
Scheme of Examination: Written Examination
| Feature | Details |
| Exam Type | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Question Language | English Only |
| Negative Marking | Yes (1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer) |
| Bonus Marks (NCC Certificate Holders) | Applicable as per Home Department Order SO 290 dated 20.08.2021 |
NCC Bonus Marks Details
| NCC Certificate Level | Bonus Marks Awarded |
| NCC “C” Certificate | 5% of maximum marks |
| NCC “B” Certificate | 3% of maximum marks |
| NCC “A” Certificate | 2% of maximum marks |
JK Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Physical Test Details
1. Physical Standard Test (PST)
Physical Standards for Male & Female Candidates
| Category | Requirement | Standard |
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Male |
Minimum Height | 5’6” |
| Chest Girth (Unexpanded) | 32” | |
| Chest Girth (Expanded) | 33½” | |
| Female | Minimum Height | 5’2” |
Height Relaxation Rules
| Community / Tribe | Relaxation Allowed |
| Gorkha Community | Height relaxable by 2 inches |
| Bot Tribe | Height relaxable by 2 inches (As per SO 343 dated 21.06.2024) |
2. Physical Endurance Test (PET)
PET Standards for Male Candidates
| Test | Requirement |
| Long Race | 1600 meters in 6½ minutes |
| Push-Ups | 20 repetitions (one full up-down cycle = 1) |
PET Standards for Female Candidates
| Test | Requirement |
| Long Race | 1000 meters in 6½ minutes |
| Shot Put (4 Kg) | 14½ feet in 3 attempts |
3. PET Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen
Relaxed PET Standards (Age-wise)
| Age Group | Male Race (1600m) | Male Push-Ups | Female Race (1000m) | Female Shot Put (4Kg) |
| Up to 30 Years | 6½ Minutes | 20 | 6½ Minutes | 14½ Feet |
| Above 30 to 40 Years | 7½ Minutes | 16 | 7½ Minutes | 12½ Feet |
| Above 40 Years | 8½ Minutes | 12 | 8½ Minutes | 10½ Feet |
Important Notes
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Ex-Servicemen age will be counted as on 01 January 2025.
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All Ex-Servicemen must still qualify the written exam and meet physical standards.
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PST and PET are qualifying in nature only.
4. Medical Examination
Selected candidates will undergo a medical fitness test to assess their physical and medical suitability for the post.
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JK Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are released under JK Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,815 Constable vacancies and 487 Armed Police Constable vacancies have been announced by JKSSB.
Q2. What is the application start date for JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026?
The online application process begins from 19 January 2026 for Constable posts.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for JK Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
The last date for registration is 17 February 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for JK Police Constable posts?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 28 years for most categories.
Some categories like SPOs and Ex-Servicemen have age relaxation.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in the written exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer.
