KISHTWAR Recruitment Dossier

Constable

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Constable administered by KISHTWAR Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KISHTWAR Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Nov 24 2015 Central Library TENDER for Journal Subscription for the Yea	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nov 24 2016 Engg Dept TENDER Memo Engg 646 2016 17 Dated	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nov 24 2016 Iserc TENDER for Purchase of Fumehood Closing	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pmu Kkd E TENDER 05 2026 27	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Constable?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KISHTWAR Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain kishtwar.nic.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official Kishtwar recruitment portal and initiate the One Time Registration (OTR) process by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email ID to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to the dashboard to select the Constable recruitment notification, fill in personal, educational, and category details, and ensure all entries match official certificates to avoid future disqualification.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential educational certificates in the specified JPEG/PDF format, ensuring file sizes remain within the portal's prescribed technical limits for successful processing.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, ensuring the transaction status is updated to success before logging out.

Download the final submitted application form for personal records and monitor the portal periodically for the release of the admit card, which is issued 10-15 days prior to the examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Constable is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General Awareness, and Basic English/Hindi comprehension.
Stage 2: Physical Efficiency & Measurement Test	Qualifying Nature	Race, Long Jump, High Jump, and physical standard measurements including height, chest expansion, and weight criteria.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Nature	Verification of educational, caste, and domicile certificates followed by a comprehensive medical examination for physical fitness standards.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Stage 1	Consolidated ranking based on performance in the Computer Based Screening, subject to category-wise cutoff marks and vacancy availability.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Constables in the Kishtwar region, under the 7th CPC framework, are typically placed in Pay Level 3, with an entry basic pay of Rs 21,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53 percent, the DA component amounts to Rs 11,501. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities is calculated at 9 percent of basic pay, totaling Rs 1,953. Transport Allowance (TA) is fixed at Rs 1,800 plus applicable DA. Consequently, the gross monthly salary is approximately Rs 36,954. After mandatory National Pension System (NPS) deductions of 10 percent of basic pay and DA (Rs 3,320), the estimated in-hand net salary is approximately Rs 33,634. This structure adheres to central government norms, ensuring parity with other paramilitary and state-level police forces, subject to periodic revisions under the anticipated 8th CPC recommendations regarding fitment factors and allowances.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines. Reservation benefits include a 5-year age relaxation for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 10 years for PwBD applicants. A 10 percent vertical quota is reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset criteria. Furthermore, women candidates and those from reserved categories are granted fee concessions or exemptions as per government policy. All candidates must produce valid certificates issued by competent authorities to claim these benefits, ensuring transparency and compliance with constitutional mandates regarding social justice and equal opportunity in public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Constable

How is the cutoff determined for the Constable exam?

The cutoff is determined based on the number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the paper, and the performance of the candidate pool, normalized across multiple shifts.

Is there a mandatory service bond for new recruits?

Yes, recruits are typically required to sign a service bond committing to a minimum tenure, failing which they may be liable to reimburse training costs.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for a Constable is two years, during which performance and conduct are monitored before confirmation in the service.

Are candidates allowed to change their exam center?

No, exam centers are allocated based on the preferences provided during application and administrative feasibility; requests for changes are generally not entertained.

Will the syllabus include local language proficiency?

The syllabus focuses on core subjects, but candidates may be tested on local language proficiency during the interview or document verification stage if required.

Are postings transferable across the region?

Yes, as a Constable, you are liable for service anywhere within the jurisdiction of the Kishtwar authority, subject to administrative requirements and transfer policies.