The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially invited online applications for the post of Sub-Inspector (Telecommunication) in the Home Department of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. A total of 83 posts have been referred to JKSSB by the Home Department for direct recruitment. These positions belong to the UT Cadre, meaning candidates from anywhere in Jammu & Kashmir (holding a valid domicile certificate) can apply.
Application Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 15 December 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 13 January 2026
| Interested candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. Only candidates who are domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible. A valid domicile certificate must be issued on or before the last date of application (13 January 2026). |
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JKSSB SI Telecom Age Limit (as of 01 January 2025)
The age criteria vary slightly depending on the category. Here is the allowable age range:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Open Merit (OM) | 18 | 28 |
| SC / ST-I / ST-II | 18 | 28 |
| RBA | 18 | 28 |
| ALC/IB | 18 | 28 |
| EWS | 18 | 28 |
| OBC | 18 | 28 |
| In-Service Police Personnel | 18 | 30 |
Candidates must also ensure their date of birth falls between the notified ranges.
Application Fee
- General Category: ₹700
- SC / ST-I / ST-II / EWS: ₹600
The fee is to be paid online during the application process.
JKSSB SI Telecom Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of three major stages, followed by a medical examination:
| 1. Written Examination |
| Objective-type exam with Multiple Choice Questions. Medium of exam: English only. Negative marking: ¼ mark will be deducted for every wrong response. |
| Bonus marks for NCC candidates: |
| NCC ‘C’ Certificate – 5% of maximum marks NCC ‘B’ Certificate – 3% NCC ‘A’ Certificate – 2% |
| 2. Physical Standard Test (PST) |
| Candidates who qualify the written exam (shortlisted at 6x category-wise vacancies) must meet the following physical standards: For Male Candidates Height: 5’6” Chest: 32” (unexpanded) / 33.5” (expanded) |
| 2. Physical Standard Test (PST) |
| Candidates who qualify the written exam (shortlisted at 6x category-wise vacancies) must meet the following physical standards: For Female Candidates Height: 5’2” Relaxation: Candidates belonging to the Gorkha Community or the Bot Tribe will get a height relaxation of 2 inches. |
| 3. Physical Endurance Test (PET) |
| Only candidates who clear PST will be tested further: For Males Long Race: 1600 meters in 6.5 minutes Push-ups: 20 cycles For Females Long Race: 1000 meters in 6.5 minutes Shot Put (4 kg): 14.5 feet, 3 attempts |
Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen
Ex-servicemen will have relaxed PET standards depending on age:
| Age Group | Male – Long Race | Male – Push-ups | Female – Long Race | Female – Shot Put |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 yrs | 6.5 min | 20 | 6.5 min | 14.5 ft |
| 31–40 yrs | 7.5 min | 16 | 7.5 min | 12.5 ft |
| Above 40 yrs | 8.5 min | 12 | 8.5 min | 10.5 ft |
JKSSB Sub Inspector Telecom Educational Qualification
To apply for Sub-Inspector (Telecommunication), candidates must possess a 4-year degree (B.E/B.Tech) in any of the following fields:
- Computer Science Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Telecommunication Engineering
- Information Technology
- Mechatronics
- Data Science
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Cyber Security
This ensures that only technically sound candidates are recruited for handling modern communication systems.
Pay Scale
The post carries a Level-6C pay band:
₹35,700 – ₹1,13,100
A solid salary structure combined with the prestige of the police department makes this an attractive career path.
JKSSB Sub Inspector In hand Salary:
| Basic Pay: | ₹ 35,400 |
| DA (58%): | ₹ 20,532 |
| HRA (30%): | ₹ 10,620 |
| TA: | ₹ 3,600 |
| DA on TA: | ₹ 2,088 |
| Gross Salary: | ₹ 72,240 |
