JKP Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 1815 Vacancies, Apply Now

JKP Constable Recruitment 2026: In a major recruitment drive for the police forces, the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially released Advertisement Notification No. 12 of 2025.

Dated today, December 24, 2025, the notification announces the recruitment of 1815 Constables (Executive)in the J&K Police (Home Department). This is a direct recruitment drive for the Divisional Cadre of both Jammu and Kashmir.

This announcement comes as a significant opportunity for defense aspirants across the Union Territory. The Board has outlined the complete timeline for the application process, which is set to begin in mid-January 2026.

Key Recruitment Details

The notification follows the indent received from the Home Department earlier this month. Below is the quick snapshot of the vacancy details:

Important Dates Timeline

Aspirants must mark these dates on their calendars to ensure they do not miss the application window.

• Online Application Start Date: January 19, 2026.

• Last Date to Apply (Cut-off): February 17, 2026.

Selection Process & Criteria

While the detailed eligibility criteria (Age, Qualification, Category-wise break up) are provided in Annexure-Aof the official PDF, the notification confirms that the selection process will include:

1. Written Examination / Screening (Criteria in Annexure-C).

2. Physical Standard Test (PST) (Details in Annexure-B).

3. Physical Endurance Test (PET) (Details in Annexure-B).

Candidates must clear the physical tests to be eligible for the final selection based on the written exam/merit.

How to Apply

JKSSB Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification Released: 1815 Posts Online Application Begins Jan 19

Eligible candidates will be required to apply online through the official JKSSB portal once the link is activated.

1. Visit www.jkssb.nic.in.

2. Register/Login to your candidate portal.

3. Look for the link “Apply for Advt. Notification No. 12 of 2025”.

4. Fill in the details and upload documents.

5. Pay the requisite fee and submit before Feb 17, 2026.

Conclusion

With 1815 vacancies on offer, this is expected to be one of the most competitive recruitment drives of the year. Candidates are advised to start preparing for both the physical endurance test and the written exam immediately. The detailed PDF containing the syllabus, physical standards, and category-wise post distribution is available on the official website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many posts have been advertised for J&K Police Constable 2025-26?

JKSSB has advertised a total of 1815 posts for Constable (Executive).

2. When can I start applying for these posts?

The online application link will be active from January 19, 2026.

3. What is the last date to submit the application?

The last date for submission of online application forms is February 17, 2026.

4. Where can I find the Physical Standard details?

The Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET) details are mentioned in Annexure-B of the official notification.

5. Is this for Jammu or Kashmir division?

These posts are for the Divisional Cadre of the Home Department, covering both Jammu and Kashmir.