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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.

🏛️ JKSSB — jkssb.nic.in
📋 Advt: No. 11 of 2025
📅 Apply by: 12 Mar 2026 (Extended)
💼 Posts: 104 (Revised from 83)
🏛️ Dept: Home Department, UT Cadre
💰 Pay: Level-6C ₹35,700–₹1,13,100
🎓 Qual: 4-yr B.E./B.Tech
🎂 Age: 18–28 yrs (as on 01.01.2025)
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Deadline Extended — New Last Date: 12 March 2026
JKSSB officially extended the application deadline from 05 March 2026 to 12 March 2026 vide extension notice dated 05.03.2026, after receiving multiple representations from candidates. This is the final deadline — no further extension has been announced. Apply immediately at jkssb.nic.in.
12 Mar 2026
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104
Total Posts
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83+21
Orig + Addendum
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12 Mar
Last Date 2026
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₹35,700
Starting Pay
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₹700
General Fee
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B.Tech
Qualification
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JKSSB SI Telecom Recruitment 2026 — Complete Overview
Conducting BodyJammu & 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 NameSub-Inspector (Telecommunication) — Home Department, UT Cadre, J&K
Total Vacancies104 posts (originally 83; revised to 104 via addendum of 31 Dec 2025 adding 21 posts)
Pay ScalePay Level-6C (7th CPC): ₹35,700 – ₹1,13,100 per month + admissible allowances
Essential Qualification4-year B.E. / B.Tech in eligible engineering streams (see Section 05) from a recognised university/institution
DomicileCandidate 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 EligibilityPersons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are NOT eligible for this post
Application ModeOnline only — jkssb.nic.in | One-Time Registration (OTR) required
Application Opens04 February 2026
Original Last Date05 March 2026
Extended Last Date12 March 2026 (extended vide official notice dated 05.03.2026)
Application FeeGeneral / OM / OBC / RBA / ALC-IB: ₹700/- | SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS: ₹600/- | Online payment (Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card / UPI)
Selection ProcessStage 1: Written Test (MCQ, negative marking) → Stage 2: PST (qualifying) → Stage 3: PET (qualifying) → Stage 4: Medical Examination + Document Verification
Written Test LanguageEnglish only
Negative Marking¼ mark deducted per wrong answer in Written Test
NCC BonusNCC 'C' Certificate: +5% | NCC 'B' Certificate: +3% | NCC 'A' Certificate: +2% — added to Written Test score
Merit BasisFinal merit based on Written Test score only (PST and PET are qualifying — pass/fail)
PST ShortlistingCandidates called for PST = 6 times the vacancies per category — based on Written Test merit
Official Websitejkssb.nic.in
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Important Dates — JKSSB SI Telecom Recruitment 2026
EventDateStatus
Official Notification Released26 November 2025Done ✅
Addendum — Vacancies Revised to 10431 December 2025Done ✅
Application Portal Opens04 February 2026Open 🟢
Original Last Date (Superseded)05 March 2026Superseded
Extension Notice Issued05 March 2026Done ✅
Revised Last Date to Apply12 March 2026Closing Soon ⚡
Admit Card DownloadTo be notified — jkssb.nic.inPending
Written Test (CBT/OMR)August–September 2026 (expected)Pending
PST / PETAfter Written Test — to be notifiedPending
Medical Examination & Document VerificationAfter PST/PET — to be notifiedPending
🚨 Final Deadline: 12 March 2026. JKSSB has already extended once. No further extension is expected. Candidates who have not yet applied must submit their forms immediately at jkssb.nic.in. The portal will close permanently after this date for Advt No. 11 of 2025.
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Category-Wise Vacancy Details — 104 Posts (Revised)

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.

CategoryPosts (Final — after Addendum)Horizontal Reservation
Open Merit (OM)42Women & 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
⚠️ Important Reservation Notes
  • 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
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Eligibility Criteria — Age, Domicile & Qualification
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Domicile (Mandatory)
Must hold a valid Domicile Certificate of UT J&K from a Competent Authority — required on or before 12 Mar 2026
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Qualification
4-year B.E. or B.Tech in eligible engineering stream from a recognised university (see Section 05)
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Age — General
Minimum 18 years, maximum 28 years as on 01 January 2025 (born between 01.01.1997 and 01.01.2007)
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Age — In-Service Police
In-service J&K Police Personnel: 18 to 30 years as on 01.01.2025 (born not before 01.01.1995)
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Age — Ex-Servicemen
Deduct actual service period from age, then get +3 years relaxation over the upper age limit (28 years) — as per Govt rules
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PwBD — NOT Eligible
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are explicitly excluded from this recruitment per the official notification
📐 Eligible Engineering Streams — B.E. / B.Tech (4-year degree only)
  • 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
⚠️ Degree must be completed on or before the cut-off date (last date of application — 12 March 2026). Final-year candidates whose results are pending are generally not eligible. Degree must be a 4-year full-time B.E. / B.Tech — lateral entry / 3-year diplomas are not accepted.
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Application Fee — JKSSB SI Telecom 2026
General / OM / OBC / RBA / ALC-IB
₹700
Application fee — non-refundable under any circumstance
SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS Candidates
₹600
Application fee for reserved categories — non-refundable
No Fee Category
Nil
No full exemption category — all candidates pay either ₹700 or ₹600
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Accepted Payment Modes
Online payment at jkssb.nic.in portal only. Accepted: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI. No offline/cash/DD accepted.
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Strictly Non-Refundable
Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstance — including rejection, withdrawal, or cancellation by JKSSB. Verify eligibility before payment.
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One Application Per Candidate
Only one online application is permitted per candidate. Multiple applications may lead to rejection and debarment from this recruitment.
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Selection Process — 4-Stage Journey to Joining
01
Written Test
Objective MCQ | English only | ¼ negative marking | NCC bonus marks | Merit determining stage
02
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Height & Chest (males) checked | Top 6× vacancies per category called | Qualifying only
03
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
Long race + Push-ups (male) / Long race + Shot put (female) | Qualifying only
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Medical + Document Verification
Medical fitness exam per J&K Police standards | Original document check | Final appointment

📝 Written Test — Exam Pattern

Subject / AreaRemarks
ModeObjective Type MCQ — Computer Based / OMR
LanguageEnglish only — all questions in English
Negative Marking¼ mark deducted per wrong answer | No penalty for unattempted questions
NCC BonusNCC 'C': +5% | NCC 'B': +3% | NCC 'A': +2% — added to Written Test marks
Technical / EngineeringQuestions from B.E./B.Tech technical subjects (Computer Science, ECE, Telecom, IT, etc.)
General KnowledgeGeneral Awareness including J&K current affairs, history, geography, polity, science
Logical ReasoningVerbal and non-verbal reasoning
General EnglishGrammar, vocabulary, comprehension
Basics of ComputersComputer fundamentals, networking basics, cyber security concepts
Merit BasisFinal merit list prepared from Written Test score ONLY — PST/PET are qualifying in nature

🏃 Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET)

TestStandard — MaleStandard — Female
PST — Height5 feet 6 inches (minimum)5 feet 2 inches (minimum)
PST — Chest32 inches (unexpanded) / 33½ inches (expanded) — minimum 1.5" expansion requiredNot applicable for female candidates
PST — Height (Gorkha/Bot Tribe)Relaxation of 2 inches in height for Gorkha Community and Bot Tribe candidates
PET — Long Race1,600 metres in 6 minutes 30 seconds1,000 metres in 6 minutes 30 seconds
PET — Strength Activity20 Push-ups (one full cycle = 1 push-up)Shot Put (4 kg) — minimum 14½ feet in 3 attempts
NatureBoth PST and PET are qualifying only — marks do NOT count in final merit list
📌 Exact PST measurements (height, chest) are specified in Annexure-B of the official notification PDF at jkssb.nic.in. Candidates must download and read Annexure-B carefully — standards may vary slightly for different reservation categories and communities.
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How to Apply Online — Step-by-Step Guide
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

jkssb.nic.inLogin / Apply for Various Posts New User Sign Up (OTR)Advt 11/2025 Fill Form + Upload DocsPay ₹700/₹600Submit & Print
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Documents Required — At Application & Document Verification
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Valid Domicile Certificate of UT J&K (issued by Competent Authority) — valid on or before 12 Mar 2026
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B.E./B.Tech Degree Certificate — 4-year programme in eligible stream from recognised university
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Matriculation (10th) Certificate — for age proof (Date of Birth)
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Category Certificate (SC/ST-1/ST-2/OBC/RBA/EWS/ALC-IB) — from Competent Authority, valid on last date
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Recent passport-size photograph as per prescribed specifications
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Scanned signature in prescribed format (10–20 KB)
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Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book / Service Certificate — for age relaxation
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NCC Certificate (A/B/C) — if claiming NCC bonus marks in written test
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Service Certificate from J&K Police Department — for In-service Police Personnel age relaxation
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Community Certificate (Gorkha/Bot Tribe) — if claiming 2-inch height relaxation in PST
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Valid Email ID and Mobile Number — for OTR registration and official communications
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Registration ID & Password — generated during OTR on jkssb.nic.in portal
⚠️ All certificates must be from the Competent Authority. Category/Domicile certificates must be valid on or before 12 March 2026. Any mismatch between uploaded documents and original documents at verification will lead to immediate disqualification.
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Salary, Pay Scale & Job Profile
ComponentDetails
Pay LevelLevel-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)
HRAAs admissible based on city of posting
Other AllowancesTravel allowance, medical allowance, and others as per J&K Govt rules
Post TypeRegular government post — UT Cadre (not state cadre — transferable within UT J&K)
DepartmentHome Department — J&K Police Telecommunication Wing
Key ResponsibilitiesPlanning, installation, and maintenance of police communication infrastructure (telephone, wireless, networks); supervising telecom teams; coordination with district police units
💰 Why Level-6C is a Strong Pay Band
  • 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
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About JKSSB — Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board

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.

🏛️ JKSSB — Key Facts
  • 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
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Frequently Asked Questions — JKSSB SI Telecom Recruitment 2026
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How many vacancies are there in JKSSB Sub Inspector Telecom Recruitment 2026?
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The total vacancies for JKSSB Sub-Inspector (Telecommunication) Recruitment 2026 under Advt No. 11 of 2025 is 104 posts. Initially, the notification (dated 26.11.2025) advertised 83 posts. Through an addendum, an additional 21 posts were added, revising the total to 104. The category-wise distribution of the final 104 posts is: OM: 42 | SC: 09 | ST-1: 11 | ST-2: 10 | OBC: 08 | RBA: 10 | EWS: 10 | ALC/IB: 04. The posts are under the Home Department, UT Cadre of Jammu & Kashmir. Women and Ex-Servicemen have horizontal reservation within their respective vertical categories.
Q2
What is the last date to apply for JKSSB SI Telecom 2026?
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The last date to submit the online application for JKSSB SI Telecom Recruitment 2026 is 12 March 2026. This is the revised deadline — JKSSB officially extended the original deadline of 05 March 2026 to 12 March 2026 vide an extension notice dated 05.03.2026 (available at jkssb.nic.in), after receiving multiple representations from candidates seeking additional time. This extension is final — no further extension has been announced. Applications must be submitted online at jkssb.nic.in. The portal link will be permanently disabled after this date.
Q3
What is the educational qualification for JKSSB Sub Inspector Telecom?
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Candidates must hold a 4-year B.E. or B.Tech degree from a recognised university in one of the following eligible streams: Computer Science Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Information Technology, Mechatronics, Data Science, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI & ML), or Cyber Security. The degree must be completed on or before 12 March 2026 (last date of application). Lateral entry / 3-year diploma programmes are not eligible. Additionally, candidates must hold a valid Domicile Certificate of UT J&K.
Q4
What is the salary for JKSSB Sub Inspector (Telecommunication)?
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Selected candidates for JKSSB Sub Inspector (Telecommunication) will be placed in Pay Level-6C of the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of ₹35,700 – ₹1,13,100 per month. In addition to basic pay, candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances as admissible under J&K Government rules. This is a regular government post under the UT Cadre — not a contractual engagement. Level-6C is a relatively strong pay band for fresh engineering graduates entering government service.
Q5
What is the selection process for JKSSB SI Telecom 2026?
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The selection process has 4 stages:

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.
Q6
What is the application fee for JKSSB SI Telecom 2026?
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The application fee for JKSSB Sub Inspector Telecom Recruitment 2026 is:

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.
Q7
What is the age limit for JKSSB Sub Inspector Telecom 2026?
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The age limit is reckoned as on 01 January 2025:

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.
Q8
Can candidates from outside Jammu & Kashmir apply for JKSSB SI Telecom 2026?
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The JKSSB Sub Inspector (Telecommunication) post is a UT Cadre post under the Home Department, J&K. To apply, candidates must be domicile residents of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and must hold a valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority. Candidates from outside J&K who do not hold a valid J&K domicile certificate are not eligible to apply. All reservation category benefits (SC, ST, OBC, RBA, EWS, ALC/IB) are exclusively for J&K UT domicile holders. Without a valid domicile certificate on or before the last date (12 March 2026), no application will be considered.
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