J&K Police Recruitment 2024: 4022 Constable Vacancies Referred to JKSSB - Detailed Breakdown

Welcome to the latest update on the recruitment drive initiated by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. In this comprehensive article, we delve into the recent referral of 4022 Constable vacancies by the J&K Home Department, providing detailed insights into category-wise distributions and key highlights of the recruitment process.

Understanding the Referral:

Background:

The J&K Home Department has taken the initiative to refer 4022 Constable vacancies within the Jammu and Kashmir Police force. This strategic move aims to bolster law enforcement capabilities and address the essential manpower requirements in the region.

Category-wise Breakdown:

Here's a detailed breakdown of the vacancies across various categories of Constable posts:

1. Constable J&K Armed/IRP (UT Cadre): Total - 1689 vacancies

• Open Merit: 845

• Scheduled Tribes: 169

• Scheduled Castes: 136

• Residents of Backward Areas: 169

• Economically Weaker Sections: 168

• Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border: 67

• Other Social Castes: 67

• Pahari Speaking People: 68

2. Constable SDRF (UT Cadre): Total - 100 vacancies

• Open Merit: 50

• Scheduled Tribes: 10

• Scheduled Castes: 08

• Residents of Backward Areas: 10

• Economically Weaker Sections: 10

• Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border: 04

• Other Social Castes: 04

• Pahari Speaking People: 04

2. Constable SDRF (UT Cadre): Total - 100 Vacancies

• Open Merit: 50

• Scheduled Tribes: 10

• Scheduled Castes: 08

• Residents of Backward Areas: 10

• Economically Weaker Sections: 10

• Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border: 04

• Other Social Castes: 04

• Pahari Speaking People: 04

3. Constable Telecommunication (UT Cadre): Total - 502 Vacancies

• Open Merit: 251

• Scheduled Tribes: 50

• Scheduled Castes: 40

• Residents of Backward Areas: 51

• Economically Weaker Sections: 50

• Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border: 20

• Other Social Castes: 20

• Pahari Speaking People: 20

4. Constable (Driver) Telecommunication (UT Cadre): Total - 20 Vacancies

• Open Merit: 09

• Scheduled Tribes: 2

• Scheduled Castes: 2

• Residents of Backward Areas: 2

• Economically Weaker Sections: 2

• Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border: 01

• Other Social Castes: 01

• Pahari Speaking People: 01

5. Constable Photographer (UT Cadre): Total - 22 Vacancies

• Open Merit: 10

• Scheduled Tribes: 2

• Scheduled Castes: 2

• Residents of Backward Areas: 3

• Economically Weaker Sections: 2

• Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border: 01

• Other Social Castes: 01

• Pahari Speaking People: 01

6. Constable Executive Police (Divisional Cadre Jammu): Total - 1249 Vacancies 

• Open Merit: 625

• Scheduled Tribes: 125

• Scheduled Castes: 100

• Residents of Backward Areas: 125

• Economically Weaker Sections: 124

• Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border: 50

• Other Social Castes: 50

• Pahari Speaking People: 50

7. Constable Executive Police (Divisional Cadre Kashmir): Total - 440 Vacancies

• Open Merit: 219

• Scheduled Tribes: 44

• Scheduled Castes: 36

• Residents of Backward Areas: 44

• Economically Weaker Sections: 44

• Residents of areas adjoining Line of Actual Control/International Border: 18

• Other Social Castes: 17

• Pahari Speaking People: 18

Horizontal Reservation:

Additional reservation percentages are allocated for Women, SPO, EX-Servicemen, and VHG candidates.

• Women: 15%

• SPO: 15%

• EX-Servicemen: 6%

• VHG: 4%

Conclusion:

The referral of 4022 Constable vacancies by the J&K Home Department underscores the government's commitment to fortifying the law enforcement framework and fostering employment opportunities for the region's youth. As the selection process unfolds, prospective candidates are advised to stay abreast of the latest announcements and eligibility criteria. We extend our best wishes to all applicants embarking on this journey.