The Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has referred 576 Patwari vacancies across various districts of Jammu & Kashmir. This is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to secure a government job.
📌 Overview of JKSSB Patwari Recruitment 2025
✔ Total Vacancies: 576
✔ Job Role: Patwari (Revenue Department)
✔ Salary (Pay Level-4): ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
✔ Eligibility: Graduate with knowledge of Urdu
✔ Age Limit: 18 – 40 years (Relaxations applicable)
✔ Selection Process: Written Exam (OMR-based) + Urdu Test
✔ Application Mode: Online (JKSSB Official Website)
✔ Official Website: https://jkssb.nic.in
📌 JKSSB Patwari Vacancy Details (District-Wise)
Here is the district-wise breakdown of 576 Patwari vacancies:
| District | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Anantnag | 29 |
| Kulgam | 24 |
| Pulwama | 15 |
| Shopian | 6 |
| Bandipora | 22 |
| Baramulla | 28 |
| Kupwara | 26 |
| Srinagar | 19 |
| Ganderbal | 12 |
| Budgam | 6 |
| Jammu | 21 |
| Samba | 14 |
| Kathua | 58 |
| Udhampur | 50 |
| Reasi | 32 |
| Doda | 41 |
| Kishtwar | 27 |
| Ramban | 39 |
| Rajouri | 63 |
| Poonch | 44 |
🔹 Note: Category-wise reservation is applicable as per government rules.
📌 JKSSB Patwari Eligibility Criteria
1️⃣ Educational Qualification
✔ Graduation (any stream) from a recognized university.
✔ Knowledge of Urdu is mandatory.
2️⃣ Age Limit (as of notification date)
✔ General (OM): 18 – 40 years
✔ SC/ST/RBA/ALC/IB/EWS: Relaxation of 3 years (up to 43 years)
✔ Physically Disabled (PwD): Relaxation of 2 years (up to 42 years)
📌 Urdu Test Requirement for Patwari Post
One of the most discussed requirements for this recruitment is the Urdu Language Test.
✔ Candidates must qualify the Urdu test before appearing in the OMR-based written exam.
✔ The Urdu test is qualifying in nature and does not affect merit ranking.
✔ The test format will include:
- Reading Urdu paragraphs
- Writing simple Urdu sentences
- Translating Urdu to English/Hindi
💡 Note: Candidates from Jammu region who haven’t studied Urdu can self-prepare for the qualifying test.
📌 Selection Process for JKSSB Patwari Recruitment 2025
The selection process consists of two main stages:
1️⃣ Urdu Language Test (Qualifying)
✔ Candidates must pass the Urdu test to be eligible for the written examination.
2️⃣ Written Examination (OMR-Based)
The OMR-based exam will test the knowledge of General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, and Revenue Law.
✔ Exam Duration: 2 Hours
✔ Total Marks: 100
✔ Subjects Covered:
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 30 |
| JK Revenue Laws & Procedures | 20 |
| Mathematics (10th Level) | 20 |
| Reasoning Ability | 15 |
| English | 15 |
✔ Negative Marking: Yes (-0.25 marks per wrong answer)
📌 How to Apply for JKSSB Patwari 2025 Recruitment?
Candidates can apply online through JKSSB’s official website when the application window opens.
✔ Step 1: Visit https://jkssb.nic.in
✔ Step 2: Click on “Apply for Patwari Recruitment 2025”
✔ Step 3: Register using Email & Mobile Number
✔ Step 4: Fill out the online form with correct details
✔ Step 5: Upload required documents & pay the fee
✔ Step 6: Submit & print confirmation slip
📌 Application Fee
✔ General Category: ₹500
✔ SC/ST/EWS/PWD: ₹300
💡 Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking)
📌 Important Dates (Expected)
📢 Official Notification Release: March 2025
📢 Online Application Starts: March 2025
📢 Last Date to Apply: April 2025
📢 Urdu Language Test Date: May 2025
📢 OMR Written Exam Date: June – July 2025
📌 Key Takeaways
✔ 576 Vacancies for Patwari posts across Jammu & Kashmir.
✔ Graduation + Urdu Knowledge required.
✔ OMR-based Written Exam + Urdu Test mandatory.
✔ Pay Scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100.
✔ Applications start soon on jkssb.nic.in.
💡 Stay updated on the official JKSSB website for the latest information.
📌 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. Can I apply if I don’t know Urdu?
✔ No, knowledge of Urdu is mandatory, and you must pass the qualifying Urdu Test.
Q2. What is the syllabus for the Urdu test?
✔ The Urdu test includes basic reading, writing, and translation.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the written exam?
✔ Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q4. Will the number of vacancies increase?
✔ No official confirmation yet, but 576 vacancies are confirmed.
Q5. How can I prepare for the JKSSB Patwari exam?
✔ Focus on General Awareness, Revenue Laws, Math, Reasoning, and English.
✔ Practice previous year papers.
✔ Improve Urdu reading & writing skills.
📌 Conclusion
📢 JKSSB Patwari Recruitment 2025 is a huge opportunity for graduates in Jammu & Kashmir.
✔ If you meet the eligibility criteria, start preparing now!
✔ Regularly check JKSSB’s official website for updates.
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