JKSSB Sub Inspector (Telecommunication) Recruitment 2026
Advt No. 11 of 2025 | 104 Posts (Revised) | Home Dept — UT Cadre | jkssb.nic.in
The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement No. 11 of 2025 (dated 26 November 2025) inviting online applications for the post of Sub-Inspector (Telecommunication) in the Home Department under UT Cadre. The total vacancies have been revised upward from 83 to 104 via an addendum dated 31 December 2025 — adding 21 more seats across categories. Eligible B.E./B.Tech graduates who are domicile residents of Jammu & Kashmir can apply online from 04 February 2026. The deadline — originally 05 March 2026 — has been officially extended to 12 March 2026 following representations from candidates. Selection involves a Written Test (objective MCQ with ¼ negative marking), followed by a Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET) — both qualifying — and a medical examination. Selected officers will be placed in Pay Level-6C (₹35,700 – ₹1,13,100) as per the 7th Pay Commission.
| Conducting Body | Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) — jkssb.nic.in |
| Advertisement No. | 11 of 2025 dated 26.11.2025 | Addendum dated 31.12.2025 (vacancies revised to 104) |
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (Telecommunication) — Home Department, UT Cadre, J&K |
| Total Vacancies | 104 posts (originally 83; revised to 104 via addendum of 31 Dec 2025 adding 21 posts) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-6C (7th CPC): ₹35,700 – ₹1,13,100 per month + admissible allowances |
| Essential Qualification | 4-year B.E. / B.Tech in eligible engineering streams (see Section 05) from a recognised university/institution |
| Domicile | Candidate must be domicile of UT of Jammu & Kashmir — valid Domicile Certificate mandatory on or before last date |
| Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025) | 18 to 28 years (OM/SC/ST/RBA/OBC/EWS/ALC-IB) | 18 to 30 years for In-service J&K Police Personnel | Ex-Servicemen: Service period deductible + 3 years relaxation over upper limit |
| PwBD Eligibility | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are NOT eligible for this post |
| Application Mode | Online only — jkssb.nic.in | One-Time Registration (OTR) required |
| Application Opens | 04 February 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 05 March 2026 |
| Extended Last Date | 12 March 2026 (extended vide official notice dated 05.03.2026) |
| Application Fee | General / OM / OBC / RBA / ALC-IB: ₹700/- | SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS: ₹600/- | Online payment (Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card / UPI) |
| Selection Process | Stage 1: Written Test (MCQ, negative marking) → Stage 2: PST (qualifying) → Stage 3: PET (qualifying) → Stage 4: Medical Examination + Document Verification |
| Written Test Language | English only |
| Negative Marking | ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer in Written Test |
| NCC Bonus | NCC 'C' Certificate: +5% | NCC 'B' Certificate: +3% | NCC 'A' Certificate: +2% — added to Written Test score |
| Merit Basis | Final merit based on Written Test score only (PST and PET are qualifying — pass/fail) |
| PST Shortlisting | Candidates called for PST = 6 times the vacancies per category — based on Written Test merit |
| Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | 26 November 2025 | Done ✅ |
| Addendum — Vacancies Revised to 104 | 31 December 2025 | Done ✅ |
| Application Portal Opens | 04 February 2026 | Open 🟢 |
| Original Last Date (Superseded) | Superseded | |
| Extension Notice Issued | 05 March 2026 | Done ✅ |
| Revised Last Date to Apply | 12 March 2026 | Closing Soon ⚡ |
| Admit Card Download | To be notified — jkssb.nic.in | Pending |
| Written Test (CBT/OMR) | August–September 2026 (expected) | Pending |
| PST / PET | After Written Test — to be notified | Pending |
| Medical Examination & Document Verification | After PST/PET — to be notified | Pending |
The original notification (Advt No. 11 of 2025, dated 26.11.2025) advertised 83 posts. Through an addendum dated 31 December 2025, the Board enhanced the total vacancies to 104 posts by adding 21 more seats across categories. The distribution follows Jammu & Kashmir reservation rules with categories including Open Merit (OM), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe ST-1 (Gaddi/Sippi), Scheduled Tribe ST-2 (Gujjar/Bakerwal), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Residents of Backward Area (RBA), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and Adjoining Local Cadre / International Border (ALC/IB). Horizontal reservation applies for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and Women.
| Category | Posts (Final — after Addendum) | Horizontal Reservation |
|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 42 | Women & Ex-Servicemen (ESM) horizontal reservation applies within each vertical category as per J&K Reservation Rules |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 09 | |
| ST-1 (Gujjar / Bakerwal) | 11 | |
| ST-2 (Gaddi / Sippi) | 10 | |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 08 | |
| RBA (Residents of Backward Area) | 10 | |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 10 | |
| ALC / IB (Adjoining Local Cadre / Int'l Border) | 04 | |
| TOTAL (Revised from 83 → 104) | 104 |
- Horizontal Reservation: Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and Women have horizontal (across-category) reservation within their respective vertical categories as per J&K Reservation Rules
- PwBD: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are NOT eligible for this post as explicitly stated in the official notification
- ST-1 vs ST-2: ST-1 covers Gujjar/Bakerwal community | ST-2 covers Gaddi/Sippi community — ensure your certificate specifies the correct sub-category
- Domicile Rule: All reservation benefits are exclusively for bonafide domicile residents of UT J&K — candidates without a valid J&K domicile certificate are not eligible
- Category Certificate: Must be valid on or before the last date of application — 12 March 2026
- Final count: The number of posts may vary slightly at the time of actual appointment depending on availability and government orders
- Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
- Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
- Telecommunication Engineering
- Information Technology (IT)
- Mechatronics
- Data Science
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML)
- Cyber Security
- Any other stream listed in Annexure-A of the official notification — refer to official PDF at jkssb.nic.in
📝 Written Test — Exam Pattern
| Subject / Area | Remarks |
|---|---|
| Mode | Objective Type MCQ — Computer Based / OMR |
| Language | English only — all questions in English |
| Negative Marking | ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer | No penalty for unattempted questions |
| NCC Bonus | NCC 'C': +5% | NCC 'B': +3% | NCC 'A': +2% — added to Written Test marks |
| Technical / Engineering | Questions from B.E./B.Tech technical subjects (Computer Science, ECE, Telecom, IT, etc.) |
| General Knowledge | General Awareness including J&K current affairs, history, geography, polity, science |
| Logical Reasoning | Verbal and non-verbal reasoning |
| General English | Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension |
| Basics of Computers | Computer fundamentals, networking basics, cyber security concepts |
| Merit Basis | Final merit list prepared from Written Test score ONLY — PST/PET are qualifying in nature |
🏃 Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET)
| Test | Standard — Male | Standard — Female |
|---|---|---|
| PST — Height | 5 feet 6 inches (minimum) | 5 feet 2 inches (minimum) |
| PST — Chest | 32 inches (unexpanded) / 33½ inches (expanded) — minimum 1.5" expansion required | Not applicable for female candidates |
| PST — Height (Gorkha/Bot Tribe) | Relaxation of 2 inches in height for Gorkha Community and Bot Tribe candidates | |
| PET — Long Race | 1,600 metres in 6 minutes 30 seconds | 1,000 metres in 6 minutes 30 seconds |
| PET — Strength Activity | 20 Push-ups (one full cycle = 1 push-up) | Shot Put (4 kg) — minimum 14½ feet in 3 attempts |
| Nature | Both PST and PET are qualifying only — marks do NOT count in final merit list | |
Visit jkssb.nic.in and Register (OTR)
Go to jkssb.nic.in. Click on "Login / Apply for Various Posts". If you are a new user, click "New User? Sign Up" and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using your Email ID and Mobile Number — OTP verification required. Generate your Registration ID and Password. Existing registered users can log in directly.
Select Advt No. 11 of 2025 — SI (Telecommunication)
After login, go to "Active Advertisements". Find and click "Sub-Inspector (Telecommunication) — Advt No. 11 of 2025". Click "Apply". Your OTR profile details will auto-populate in the form.
Fill the Application Form
Fill in all required fields: personal details, educational qualification (B.E./B.Tech stream, university, year), domicile, category, NCC certificate details (if applicable), and contact information. Double-check your B.Tech stream — it must be one of the eligible streams listed in Annexure-A of the notification.
Upload Photograph, Signature & Documents
Upload a recent passport-size photograph (live capture via webcam/mobile camera recommended — good lighting, no masks, no glasses). Upload scanned signature (10–20 KB). Upload category/qualification certificates in PDF format (max 100 KB). Ensure all uploads meet the prescribed specifications.
Pay Application Fee and Submit
Pay ₹700 (General/OM/OBC/RBA/ALC-IB) or ₹600 (SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS) online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. After successful payment, submit the application form. Take a printout of the final submitted application — keep it safely for document verification.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-6C of the Pay Matrix (7th Central Pay Commission) |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,700 – ₹1,13,100 per month |
| Basic Pay (Entry) | ₹35,700/- per month (starting) |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As admissible under J&K Govt rules (revised from time to time) |
| HRA | As admissible based on city of posting |
| Other Allowances | Travel allowance, medical allowance, and others as per J&K Govt rules |
| Post Type | Regular government post — UT Cadre (not state cadre — transferable within UT J&K) |
| Department | Home Department — J&K Police Telecommunication Wing |
| Key Responsibilities | Planning, installation, and maintenance of police communication infrastructure (telephone, wireless, networks); supervising telecom teams; coordination with district police units |
- Pay Level-6C places Sub-Inspectors (Telecom) in a higher pay band than most non-technical government posts at the entry level — reflecting the engineering qualification required
- With regular Dearness Allowance revisions (typically twice a year), HRA, and other allowances, the in-hand salary significantly exceeds the basic ₹35,700
- Being a UT Cadre post, the job offers stability and career growth within the J&K Police Department under the Home Ministry
- Career progression to Inspector and above through Departmental Promotion Examination (DPC) after completing required years of service
The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), headquartered at Zum Zum Building, Rambagh, Srinagar, J&K – 190015, is the primary recruitment authority for non-gazetted posts in the Government of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Established under the J&K Services Selection Board Act, JKSSB conducts written examinations, physical tests, and skill tests for a wide range of government positions across departments including Police, Finance, Revenue, Health, Education, and more.
JKSSB follows a structured, transparent selection process and publishes all notifications, admit cards, answer keys, and results on its official website jkssb.nic.in. The Board plays a critical role in public sector hiring across both Jammu and Kashmir divisions, ensuring merit-based selection with due representation for all reservation categories as per the J&K reservation policy.
- Full Name: Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board
- Headquarters: Zum Zum Building, Rambagh, Srinagar, J&K – 190015
- Official Website: jkssb.nic.in
- Jurisdiction: Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir (both Jammu and Kashmir divisions)
- Scope: Recruits for non-gazetted posts in Police, Finance, Revenue, Health, Education, Panchayati Raj, and other departments
- Current Active Advt: Advt No. 11 of 2025 — Sub Inspector (Telecom) | 104 Posts | Apply by 12 March 2026
- Key Note: Only online applications accepted — no offline/postal applications entertained
Stage 1 — Written Test: Objective MCQ | English only | ¼ negative marking per wrong answer | NCC bonus marks (C: +5%, B: +3%, A: +2%). Topics: Technical engineering subjects, General Knowledge/J&K GK, Logical Reasoning, English, Computers. This is the merit-determining stage.
Stage 2 — PST (Physical Standard Test): Top 6× vacancies per category shortlisted from Written Test. Height and chest (males) checked as per Annexure-B. Qualifying only.
Stage 3 — PET (Physical Endurance Test): Male: 1,600m in 6 min 30 sec + 20 push-ups. Female: 1,000m in 6 min 30 sec + shot put (4 kg, 14½ feet). Qualifying only.
Stage 4 — Medical Examination + Document Verification: Medical fitness test per J&K Police standards. Final selection on merit list from Written Test.
General / OM / OBC / RBA / ALC-IB: ₹700/-
SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS: ₹600/-
Payment must be made online only through the JKSSB portal at jkssb.nic.in using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. The fee is strictly non-refundable — once paid, it will not be returned under any circumstances including rejection or withdrawal. Only one application per candidate is permitted — multiple applications lead to rejection and possible debarment.
OM / SC / ST / OBC / RBA / EWS / ALC-IB: 18 to 28 years (born between 01.01.1997 and 01.01.2007)
In-service J&K Police Personnel: 18 to 30 years (not born before 01.01.1995)
Ex-Servicemen: Deduct actual service period from age + 3 years additional relaxation over the upper age limit of 28 years
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) are NOT eligible for this post as per the official notification. No age relaxation is available for PwBD since they are ineligible.
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