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👮 JK Police - JKSSB Constable and Sub Inspector Recruitment - Jammu and Kashmir

JK Police Constable and SI 2026 - Mock Tests, Syllabus and Complete Exam Pattern

Complete guide for JK Police (Jammu and Kashmir Police) Constable and Sub Inspector recruitment conducted by JKSSB (Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board). Constable: 2484 + 1815 vacancies, 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, -0.25 negative, offline OMR, strong J&K GK focus. SI: 669 + 83 vacancies, 120 MCQs, 120 marks, 2 hours, -0.25 negative, includes Computer Applications and J&K-specific GK, exam June 2026. J&K domicile is mandatory for both posts. Free mock tests, section-wise syllabus, J&K-specific GK and expert tips.

J&K Domicile Mandatory
J&K GK Heavily Tested
-0.25 Negative Marking
4000+ Total Vacancies
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4,299
Total Constable Vacancies
752
Total SI Vacancies
-0.25
Negative Per Wrong (Both)
J&K
Domicile Mandatory
June
SI 669 Exam Month 2026
🏔️ J&K Domicile is Strictly Mandatory
JK Police Constable and SI recruitment requires J&K Domicile Certificate as a mandatory eligibility document. Candidates from other states cannot apply. Reserved category benefits also apply only to J&K residents as per UT government rules.
🗺️ J&K GK is the Most Important Section
Both Constable and SI exams have dedicated J&K-specific GK sections covering J&K History, Geography, Culture, Economy and post-Article 370 changes. This content is not in national GK books and requires separate dedicated preparation.
📋 Article 370 Abrogation Knowledge is Consistently Tested
J&K became Union Territory on 31 October 2019 after Article 370 abrogation (5 August 2019). The bifurcation into J&K UT and Ladakh UT, and the administrative changes that followed, are high-frequency questions in JK Police exams since 2019.
🎯 Practice Mock Tests - Subject-wise
JK Police tests GK (India + J&K), Reasoning, Science and Computer Applications. J&K-specific GK is the most important preparation area unique to this exam.
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General Knowledge and Awareness
India GK + J&K-specific GK - Article 370, J&K History, Geography, Culture - 500+ Mock Tests
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General Intelligence and Reasoning
Mental Ability Test - Reasoning section in both Constable and SI - 600+ Mock Tests
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General Studies
General Science and J&K-specific History, Polity, Economy for both exams - 500+ Mock Tests
⚖️ JK Police Constable vs SI - Complete Comparison
Both conducted by JKSSB with J&K domicile requirement. Different marks, sections and eligibility. SI has English and Computer sections not in Constable exam.
Feature👮 JK Police Constable🎖️ JK Police Sub Inspector (SI)
Conducting BodyJKSSB (Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board) — jkssb.nic.in
Recent Vacancies2484 + 1815 = 4,299 total669 (General) + 83 (Telecom) = 752
Exam DateNotification Dec 2025, Applications Jan-Feb 2026SI (669): Exam June 2026 | SI Telecom (83): August-September 2026
Written Exam100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, Offline OMR120 MCQs, 120 marks, 2 hours, Online/Offline
Negative Marking-0.25 per wrong answer-0.25 per wrong answer
SectionsGK of India, GK of J&K, Mental Ability/Reasoning, General ScienceGeneral English, GK and Current Affairs, General Info with J&K mention, General Science, Mental Ability, Computer Applications
Education10th pass (Matriculation)Graduation from recognised university
Age Limit (General)18 to 28 years18 to 28 years
DomicileJ&K Domicile MANDATORYJ&K Domicile MANDATORY
SalaryPay Level 3 — Rs.21,700+Rs.35,700 to Rs.1,13,100
👮 JK Police Constable - Exam Pattern
4,299 total vacancies across two notifications. 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, -0.25 negative. GK section covers both India (national) and J&K (state-specific) content.
📄 Written Exam - Offline OMR
100 MCQs - 100 marks - 2 hours - -0.25 negative marking
SectionApprox. QKey Content
General Knowledge of India35-40History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs
General Knowledge of J&K25-30J&K specific — History, Geography, Culture, Economy, Article 370 changes
Mental Ability and Reasoning20-25Analogy, series, coding, blood relations, direction
General Science10-15Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics at Class 10 level
Total100Bilingual (English and Urdu/Hindi); 2 hours
-0.25 per wrong answer. Offline OMR. Content at Class 10 (Matriculation) level. J&K GK section (25-30 questions) is the most important differentiating section for ranking. GK section (India + J&K) together = approximately 65-70% of total exam.
📋 Constable Selection Process
1Written Exam: 100 marks, 2 hours. Merit-deciding stage.
2Physical Standard Test (PST): Height, chest, weight. Qualifying.
3Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Running and field events. Qualifying.
4Document Verification
5Medical Examination → Appointment
Final merit based on written exam marks. Physical tests are qualifying only.
🎖️ JK Police Sub Inspector (SI) - Exam Pattern
669 vacancies exam June 2026. 120 MCQs, 120 marks, 2 hours, -0.25 negative. Adds English, Computer Applications and deeper J&K GK compared to Constable exam.
📄 Written Exam
120 MCQs - 120 marks - 2 hours - -0.25 negative marking
SectionApprox. QKey Content
General English20-25Grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, error spotting
General Knowledge, Current Affairs and J&K GK35-40India GK + J&K specific GK + last 6-12 months current affairs
General Science20-25Physics, Chemistry, Biology at graduation awareness level
Mental Ability and Reasoning20-25Logical reasoning, series, analogy, data sufficiency
Computer Applications10-15MS Office, Internet, hardware/software, operating systems
Total1202 hours; -0.25 negative
English and Computer Applications are sections not present in Constable exam. J&K GK carries even higher weightage in SI than Constable. Questions at graduation level. Physical test (PST + PET) is qualifying only.
📋 SI Selection Process
1Written Exam: 120 marks. 2 hours. Merit-deciding. Shortlisting at 6× vacancies.
2PST - Physical Standard Test: Height, chest (male), weight. Qualifying only.
3PET - Physical Efficiency Test: Running, jumping. Qualifying only.
4Medical Examination
5Document Verification → Appointment as SI
6 candidates per vacancy are shortlisted through written exam for physical test. Final merit from written exam only.
📚 Section-wise Syllabus Details
Both Constable and SI share India GK, Science and Reasoning content. SI additionally covers General English and Computer Applications. J&K GK is unique to both.
🌍 General Knowledge of India
  • Indian History - Ancient, Medieval, Modern, Freedom Struggle
  • Important dates, events and personalities in Indian history
  • Geography - Physical features, rivers, mountains, climate
  • Indian Polity - Constitution, Parliament, President, PM, States
  • Indian Economy - Five Year Plans, Budget, GDP, banking
  • National awards, Sports achievements
  • Science and Technology - ISRO, important discoveries, inventions
  • Current Affairs - last 12 months, national events
  • United Nations - structure, member states, veto powers
  • World Geography basics - capitals, currencies, international organisations
🧩 Mental Ability and Reasoning
  • Analogy - Semantic, Figural, Number
  • Classification - Odd one out in word/number/figure sets
  • Series completion - number, letter, mixed series
  • Coding and Decoding
  • Blood Relations
  • Direction and Distance
  • Seating Arrangement
  • Order and Ranking
  • Arithmetic Reasoning
  • Puzzle solving
  • Syllogism (for SI level)
  • Data Interpretation basics (for SI level)
🔬 General Science
Physics
  • Motion, Force, Newton's Laws
  • Work, Energy, Power
  • Light, Sound, Electricity basics
  • SI units and measurements
Chemistry
  • Acids, Bases, Salts and their everyday applications
  • Elements and compounds - common examples
  • Metals and non-metals
Biology
  • Human body - major systems
  • Diseases - causes, prevention, vaccines
  • Plant and animal kingdom basics
  • Environment and ecology
📝 General English (SI only)
  • Reading Comprehension - unseen passage with questions
  • Grammar - Tenses, Voice (Active/Passive), Narration (Direct/Indirect)
  • Articles (a, an, the) - correct usage
  • Prepositions - in, at, on, with, by etc.
  • Synonyms and Antonyms
  • Vocabulary - one-word substitution, idioms and phrases
  • Sentence Correction - identify grammatical error
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Spelling correction
  • Word order and sentence structure
💻 Computer Applications (SI only)
  • History of computers and generations
  • Hardware - CPU, RAM, ROM, Hard Disk, Input/Output devices
  • Software - System vs Application software
  • Operating Systems - Windows functions, basic commands
  • MS Word - formatting, mail merge, page setup
  • MS Excel - basic formulas (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT), charts
  • MS PowerPoint - slide creation, transitions
  • Internet - WWW, browser, search engine, email, URL, HTTP/HTTPS
  • Networking - LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi basics
  • Cyber security - virus, antivirus, firewall
  • Keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V, Ctrl+S, Ctrl+Z etc.)
  • Data storage units - KB, MB, GB, TB
🏔️ J&K GK - The Most Important Unique Section
J&K-specific GK constitutes 25-35% of both Constable and SI exams. This content is entirely unique to JK Police exams and unavailable in standard national GK books.
🏛️ J&K History
  • Ancient history - Karkota dynasty, Shah Mir dynasty, early kingdoms
  • Dogra dynasty - Gulab Singh (Treaty of Amritsar 1846), Ranbir Singh, Pratap Singh, Hari Singh
  • Instrument of Accession - 26 October 1947, Maharaja Hari Singh signed with India
  • Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah - "Lion of Kashmir", National Conference
  • Bakshi Ghulam Mohammad - Chief Minister 1953-63
  • Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah - political history
  • J&K Freedom Struggle - Quit Kashmir Movement 1946
  • Mufti Mohammad Sayeed - PDP founder, CM of J&K
  • Integration of J&K into Indian Union - background and significance
🗺️ J&K Geography
  • Three regions - Jammu, Kashmir Valley, Ladakh (now UT of Ladakh)
  • Mountain ranges - Karakoram, Zanskar, Pir Panjal, Shivalik
  • Passes - Zoji La, Banihal, Banihal Tunnel (longest in India), Sela Pass
  • Rivers - Jhelum (major), Chenab, Tawi, Ravi, Indus in Ladakh
  • Dal Lake (Srinagar), Wular Lake (largest freshwater lake in India)
  • Pangong Lake (shared with China, in Ladakh)
  • 20 districts in J&K UT; 2 divisions - Jammu and Kashmir
  • Wildlife - Dachigam National Park (Hangul/Kashmir Stag), Hemis (Snow Leopard)
  • Siachen Glacier - highest battlefield in the world
🎨 J&K Culture, Art and Economy
  • Kashmir arts - Pashmina shawl (GI tag), Kani shawl, Paper Mache (Papier-mache), Walnut wood carving
  • Kashmiri embroidery - Sozni, Aari work, Tilla work
  • Traditional dances - Rouf (women's dance), Bacha Nagma, Dumhal (Wattal tribe)
  • Languages - Kashmiri (Koshur), Dogri, Urdu (official), Hindi, Gojri, Pahari
  • Major festivals - Eid, Baisakhi, Lohri (Jammu region), Hemis festival (Ladakh)
  • Important pilgrimage - Vaishno Devi (Katra), Amarnath Cave, Shri Raghunath Temple Jammu
  • Economy - Apple cultivation (Kashmir), saffron (Pampore, world famous), horticulture
  • Tourism - Dal Lake, Gulmarg skiing, Pahalgam, Sonamarg
  • Sher-i-Kashmir stadium, National Institute of Technology Srinagar, IIT Jammu
🏛️ J&K Polity and Administration
  • J&K is now a Union Territory (since 31 October 2019) with Legislature
  • Ladakh is a Union Territory without Legislature (since 31 October 2019)
  • J&K UT: Lieutenant Governor as head; Council of Ministers headed by Chief Minister
  • J&K Legislative Assembly: 90 seats (83 general + 7 reserved for PoJK and LoC refugees)
  • J&K High Court: Srinagar (Principal Bench) and Jammu (Wing Bench)
  • JKSSB (Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board) - non-gazetted posts
  • JKPSC (Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission) - gazetted posts
  • Current Lt. Governor of J&K and current CM of J&K
  • J&K Panchayati Raj - Block Development Councils (BDCs), District Development Councils (DDCs)
📜 Article 370 Abrogation and J&K's UT Status - High-Frequency Exam Topic
Since 2019, questions on J&K's constitutional changes appear in virtually every JK Police exam. This section covers the key facts that are repeatedly tested.
📜 Key Dates and Events
  • 5 August 2019: Article 370 abrogated by Parliament; J&K's special status removed
  • 31 October 2019: J&K Reorganisation Act came into effect — J&K and Ladakh became separate UTs
  • J&K Union Territory: Has its own Legislature (Vidhan Sabha); LG + CM + Council of Ministers
  • Ladakh Union Territory: No legislature; governed directly by Lt. Governor
  • J&K Vidhan Sabha: 90 seats (down from 107 in state assembly)
  • Supreme Court verdict: December 2023 — upheld abrogation of Article 370 as constitutional
  • First elections after UT status: September-October 2024 J&K Vidhan Sabha elections
⚖️ What Changed After Article 370 Abrogation
  • Separate Constitution of J&K (1956) abolished
  • J&K's own flag abolished — only national tricolour now
  • Indian Constitution fully applies to J&K without exceptions
  • RTI Act now applicable in J&K
  • CAG (Comptroller and Auditor General) jurisdiction extended to J&K
  • State legislature term changed from 6 years to 5 years
  • Domicile rules revised — J&K Domicile Certificate introduced (2020)
  • Separate laws on property rights of women changed
  • IAS, IPS now have full jurisdiction in J&K (previously separate state cadre had distinctions)
📋 Article 35A and Special Provisions
  • Article 35A (also abrogated) — gave J&K legislature power to define "permanent residents" and their exclusive rights
  • Article 370(1) — allowed President to apply Indian laws to J&K with modifications
  • Article 370(3) — allowed Article 370 to be made inoperative by Presidential Order
  • Before abrogation: J&K had its own Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) instead of IPC — now IPC and new BNS applies
  • Before abrogation: J&K High Court had some exclusive jurisdictions — now uniform with rest of India
  • Statehood: J&K UT status is temporary — Supreme Court directed restoration of statehood when appropriate
🏃 Physical Test Standards - JK Police PST and PET
Both Constable and SI have PST (height, chest, weight) followed by PET (running and field events). Both physical tests are qualifying only — do not add to written exam merit.
StandardMale (Constable)Female (Constable)Male (SI)Female (SI)
Height (UR/OBC)165 cm152 cm165 cm152 cm
Height (SC/ST)162 cm149 cm162 cm149 cm
Chest (Male only)78 cm (unexpanded) / 83 cm (expanded)N/A78 cm / 83 cmN/A
Running (Male)1600m in 6 min 30 sec800m in 4 min1600m in 6 min 30 sec800m in 4 min
Long Jump / High Jump11 feet long jump or 3.5 feet high jump8 feet long jump or 2.5 feet high jump11 feet / 3.5 feet8 feet / 2.5 feet
ℹ️ Physical standards should always be verified from the specific JKSSB notification PDF as they may vary between recruitment cycles. Standards for candidates from hilly/tribal areas (Gorkha, Gurkha, Ladakhi etc.) may have relaxed height requirements. Always check the notification's physical standards table for your specific category.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
J&K domicile is strictly required for both posts. Educational qualifications differ — Constable needs 10th pass, SI needs graduation.
Criteria👮 JK Police Constable🎖️ JK Police SI
DomicileJ&K Domicile Certificate is MANDATORY. Candidates without valid J&K Domicile Certificate are not eligible.
Education10th pass (Matriculation) from recognised board. Some posts may require 12th pass.Graduation from a recognised university in relevant stream.
Age - General (UR)18 to 28 years18 to 28 years
Age - OBC/SEBC (J&K)Up to 31 years (3-year relaxation)Up to 31 years
Age - SC/ST (J&K)Up to 33 years (5-year relaxation)Up to 33 years
Age Relaxation (Ex-SM)As per J&K UT government rules — significant additional relaxation for ex-servicemen
Application Portaljkssb.nic.in — Official JKSSB online application portal
💰 Salary and Career Growth
JK Police posts are central-government-equivalent (J&K UT government) with 7th Pay Commission scales and DA/HRA benefits.
PostPay ScaleGross Salary (Approx.)
JK Police ConstablePay Level 3 (Rs.21,700 - Rs.69,100)Rs.30,000 - Rs.45,000/month
JK Police Sub Inspector (SI)Rs.35,700 to Rs.1,13,100Rs.52,000 - Rs.72,000/month
Inspector (promotion from SI)Higher pay scaleRs.70,000 - Rs.90,000+/month
📈 Constable Career Path
Constable → Head Constable → ASI (Assistant Sub Inspector) → Sub Inspector (via departmental exam) → Inspector
📈 SI Career Path
Sub Inspector → Inspector → DSP → SP → SSP → DIG → IG → ADG → DGP
🎁 J&K UT Benefits
  • DA, HRA, TA as per J&K UT rules
  • NPS pension scheme
  • Government medical facilities
  • Government accommodation (police lines)
  • Risk allowance for police duty
  • Leave Travel Concession
💡 Expert Preparation Tips
From our faculty who have guided thousands of JK Police Constable and SI selected candidates
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J&K-specific GK is the single most important preparation area for JK Police — invest 40% of prep time here - The General Knowledge of J&K section in Constable (approximately 25-30 questions out of 100 = 25-30% of exam) and the J&K-specific portions of SI General Knowledge section together constitute 25-35% of total marks in both exams. This content — J&K History, Geography, Culture, Economy, Article 370 changes, J&K polity, JKSSB, JKPSC, current J&K governance — is entirely unique and not covered in standard SSC, UPSC or general GK preparation materials. A candidate who masters J&K-specific GK thoroughly can score 20-28 marks from this section alone while competitors who rely on national GK books will miss 60-70% of these questions. Start J&K GK preparation with a dedicated J&K GK book and supplement with reading Greater Kashmir and Rising Kashmir newspapers for current affairs.
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Article 370 abrogation is asked in virtually every JK Police exam since 2019 — master every aspect of it - Since August 2019, every JKSSB exam has included multiple questions on Article 370 abrogation, J&K UT status, Ladakh UT status, changes that came with reorganisation, and subsequent developments. Key facts to memorise: Article 370 abrogated 5 August 2019; J&K became UT on 31 October 2019; Ladakh became UT without legislature; J&K Vidhan Sabha has 90 seats; Supreme Court upheld abrogation in December 2023; J&K elections were held September-October 2024. Also prepare: what specifically changed — J&K's own Constitution abolished, RTI Act extended, CAG jurisdiction extended, Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) replaced by national IPC/BNS, J&K Domicile Certificate introduced in 2020. Each of these changes has been asked as individual exam questions multiple times.
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With -0.25 negative marking in both exams, use selective accuracy strategy — skip completely uncertain questions - JK Police Constable and SI both have -0.25 per wrong answer. The 1/-0.25 ratio means: if you can eliminate even one of four options, expected value from guessing is positive. If you have 70%+ confidence, always attempt. If you have no idea and cannot eliminate any option, skip to avoid the -0.25 penalty. The key mistake many JK Police candidates make is either: (a) attempting all questions recklessly because "J&K exams don't have negative marking" — they DO have -0.25; or (b) being overly cautious and skipping 20-25% of questions unnecessarily. Target 85-90 attempts out of 100 (Constable) or 100-110 out of 120 (SI), with high accuracy in attempted questions rather than attempting all questions with lower accuracy.
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Computer Applications (SI exam) requires specific preparation — it's not covered by standard police exam study material - JK Police SI includes a Computer Applications section not present in Constable exam. Standard JK Police Constable preparation books will not cover Computer Applications. Prepare specifically for MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint (functions, shortcuts, basic operations), Internet terminology (browser, URL, search engine, email, HTTP/HTTPS, IP address), networking basics (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi), hardware/software distinction, operating system functions and cyber security concepts (virus, antivirus, firewall, phishing). This section is scoring — questions are predictable and learnable. 2-3 weeks of dedicated Computer Applications study alongside other sections will give you 8-10 marks from this section that many competitors will miss by not preparing it specifically.
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J&K geography questions focus on unique features — Wular Lake, Dachigam, passes, rivers, Pangong — not general Himalayan geography - J&K Geography in police exams emphasises uniquely J&K-specific features: Wular Lake (largest freshwater lake in India), Dal Lake and its houseboats, Pangong Tso Lake (shared with China), Banihal Pass (connects Kashmir with Jammu), Banihal Tunnel (India's longest road tunnel), Zoji La Pass (connects Srinagar with Leh), Siachen Glacier (world's highest battlefield), Karakoram Pass, rivers (Jhelum flows from Kashmir Valley into Pakistan, Chenab, Tawi, Indus in Ladakh). Wildlife — Dachigam National Park for Hangul (Kashmir Stag, endangered, J&K state animal), Hemis National Park for Snow Leopard. Economic products — Pampore saffron (one of world's finest), apple horticulture in Kashmir, walnut wood carving, Pashmina shawl from Changra goat. These specific items appear repeatedly in JK Police exam question banks.
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Current Affairs must include J&K UT-specific news — Jammu/Kashmir/Ladakh edition of newspapers is essential - JK Police exams consistently include 10-15 current affairs questions from the last 12-18 months. While national current affairs (national awards, sports, government schemes) are tested, J&K-specific current events carry significant weight: J&K government appointments (Chief Minister, LG, Chief Secretary), J&K infrastructure launches (Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link progress, Vande Bharat trains to J&K, Banihal-Qazigund tunnel), J&K security situation updates, Ladakh administration changes, J&K Board exam results, J&K sports achievements, and JKSSB/JKPSC examination news. Read Rising Kashmir and Greater Kashmir online editions for J&K-specific current affairs. Supplement with Jagran Josh or AffairsCloud for national coverage. Start reading 6-12 months before the exam for comprehensive coverage.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions - JK Police 2026
Most searched questions about JK Police Constable and SI domicile, exam pattern and J&K GK answered
Yes, J&K Domicile Certificate is strictly mandatory for both JK Police Constable and Sub Inspector recruitment. Candidates from other Indian states who do not hold a valid J&K Domicile Certificate are NOT eligible to apply. This is unlike Delhi Police (which is open to all Indian citizens) or SSC GD (national exam). JK Police recruitment is exclusively for J&K domicile holders. After J&K became a Union Territory in October 2019, the J&K Domicile Certificate system was revised (Order introduced in 2020). The certificate is issued to: (a) residents of J&K who have lived there for 15 years; (b) those who have studied for 7 years and appeared in Class 10 or 12 exams from a J&K educational institution; (c) registered migrants. Domicile certificates are issued by competent authorities in J&K. If you hold a valid J&K Domicile Certificate, you can apply regardless of which state you were originally from, provided you meet all other eligibility criteria.
JKSSB (Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board) and JKPSC (Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission) are both J&K UT government recruitment bodies but recruit for different levels of posts. JKSSB conducts recruitment for non-gazetted Group B and Group C posts — this includes JK Police Constable, Sub Inspector, Junior Assistant, Field Assistant, Junior Engineer (non-gazetted) and similar subordinate posts. JKSSB is the primary body for JK Police recruitment. JKPSC (Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission) conducts recruitment for Gazetted Group A and Group B posts — District Police Officer equivalent, KAS (Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service), KPS (Jammu and Kashmir Police Service), and higher administrative posts. JKPSC is equivalent to UPSC but at the J&K state level. For JK Police Constable and SI recruitment, JKSSB is the conducting body. Monitor jkssb.nic.in for Constable and SI notifications. For higher J&K police officer recruitment, check jkpsc.nic.in.
J&K-specific GK is critically important for JK Police exams and standard national GK books are significantly insufficient. The General Knowledge of J&K section in Constable exam constitutes approximately 25-30% of total marks. In SI exam, J&K-specific portions of the General Knowledge section are similarly weighted. Standard SSC, UPSC or banking exam GK books focus on national content and include minimal J&K-specific material. Questions on J&K History (Dogra dynasty, Instrument of Accession, Sheikh Abdullah, National Conference, Farooq Abdullah), J&K Geography (Wular Lake, Banihal Pass, Jhelum river, Saffron cultivation in Pampore, Dachigam National Park, Hangul deer), J&K Culture (Pashmina shawl, Kashmiri embroidery, Rouf dance, Baisakh, Lohri), J&K Post-Article 370 polity (UT with legislature, 90-seat Vidhan Sabha, J&K Domicile Certificate), and J&K Current Affairs are uniquely tested in JK Police exams and require dedicated preparation using J&K-specific GK resources.
JK Police Constable and Sub Inspector are at different levels of the police hierarchy with different duties and career paths. Constable (10th pass, Pay Level 3, Rs.21,700 basic) is the entry-level police post performing ground duties: patrol, crowd control, traffic management, law enforcement at the beat/station level, and assisting senior officers in investigations. Constable career progression: Constable → Head Constable → ASI → SI (via departmental promotion after 8-10 years or competitive exam). Sub Inspector (Graduate required, Rs.35,700+ pay) is the first officer-level post with supervisory and investigative responsibilities: investigation of cases, FIR registration, court proceedings, station house management, supervision of constables. SI career progression: SI → Inspector → DSP → SP → SSP → DIG → IG, potentially reaching DGP. If you have a graduation degree and are within the SI age limit (18-28), applying directly for SI gives significantly better pay (Rs.35,700 vs Rs.21,700), higher responsibilities, and faster career progression to senior police ranks.
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This page has been prepared by our senior JK Police faculty with experience coaching thousands of JK Police Constable and SI selected candidates. All exam pattern details including J&K-specific GK coverage, Article 370 post-abrogation changes, Computer Applications guidance for SI, domicile requirements and negative marking strategy are based on official JKSSB notifications. JK Police Constable 2026: 2484 + 1815 vacancies; JK Police SI: 669 vacancies (exam June 2026) + 83 Telecom vacancies (exam Aug-Sep 2026). Monitor jkssb.nic.in for official updates.
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JK Police Constable and SI 2026 - Complete Guide: J&K GK, Article 370, JKSSB Pattern, Physical Test and Free Mock Tests

JK Police (Jammu and Kashmir Police) recruitment is conducted by JKSSB (Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board) at jkssb.nic.in. JK Police Constable 2026: 2484 vacancies (CC-7658871, Dec 2025) + 1815 vacancies (Indent No. HomePNG/181/2025) = 4,299 total vacancies. Written exam: 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, offline OMR, -0.25 negative marking per wrong answer. Sections: General Knowledge of India (35-40Q), General Knowledge of J&K (25-30Q — heavily tested), Mental Ability and Reasoning (20-25Q), General Science (10-15Q). Eligibility: 10th pass, age 18-28 years General, J&K Domicile Certificate mandatory. Salary Pay Level 3 (Rs.21,700+). Selection: Written → PST → PET → DV → Medical.

JK Police Sub Inspector (SI) 2025-26: 669 vacancies (Notification No. 2 of 2024, exam June 2026) + 83 SI Telecom vacancies (2025, exam August-September 2026). Written exam: 120 MCQs, 120 marks, 2 hours, -0.25 negative marking. Sections: General English (20-25Q), General Knowledge and Current Affairs with J&K GK (35-40Q), General Science (20-25Q), Mental Ability and Reasoning (20-25Q), Computer Applications (10-15Q). Eligibility: Graduation, age 18-28 years, J&K Domicile mandatory. Salary Rs.35,700 to Rs.1,13,100. Selection: Written (shortlist 6× vacancies) → PST → PET → Medical → DV → Appointment. J&K-specific GK is the most important differentiating section: J&K History (Dogra dynasty, Instrument of Accession 1947, Sheikh Abdullah, National Conference), J&K Geography (Wular Lake, Banihal Pass, Jhelum, Dachigam National Park, Hangul deer, Pashmina shawl), J&K Polity (UT with legislature, 90-seat Vidhan Sabha, Article 370 abrogated 5 August 2019, J&K UT from 31 October 2019).

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