The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has issued a notice allowing candidates exceeding the age limit for the JK Police Constable Recruitment Examination to submit their application forms in offline mode on 30th November 2024.
This decision follows an interim order from the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court, permitting the provisionally aggrieved candidates to participate in the recruitment process.
Key Highlights
- High Court Intervention:
- The court, in response to WP(C) No. 2159/2024, directed JKSSB to allow petitioners to apply despite exceeding the age limit.
- Candidates argued that recruitment delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic warranted age relaxation.
- The court clarified that participation does not guarantee preferential treatment, and appointments are subject to the final ruling.
- Application Submission Details:
- Submission Date: 30th November 2024
- Time: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Locations:
- Jammu Region: JKSSB Office, CPO Chowk Panjtirthi, Jammu
- Kashmir Region: JKSSB Office, Zam-Zam Complex, Rambagh, Srinagar
- Documents Required:
- Four recent passport-size photographs.
- Valid ID proof indicating name, parentage, and residence.
- Affidavit in Annexure B format as per the notice.
- Requisite application fee as per Advertisement No. 01 of 2024 (dated 16th July 2024).
Recruitment Exam Schedule
The recruitment process will continue as per the original timeline, with exams set for different categories:
| Category | Exam Date |
|---|---|
| Armed/IRP/Executive/SDRF | 1st December 2024 |
| Telecommunications | 8th December 2024 |
| Photographer Posts | 22nd December 2024 |
Over 5.5 lakh candidates will compete for 4002 vacancies of Constables.
Implications for Candidates
Candidates exceeding the age limit can now submit their applications and appear for the exams, ensuring fair participation. However, their final appointment is subject to further court decisions.
Stay updated with JKSSB’s official announcements for more details.
| Official Website | https://www.jkssb.nic.in |