The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has released the much-awaited notification for the 2024 Uttarakhand Police Constable Recruitment. This recruitment drive aims to fill 2000 constable positions in the state police force, providing a great opportunity for eligible candidates who meet the physical and educational requirements to serve the community.
Important Dates:
The key dates for the recruitment process are:
- Notification Release Date: 30th October 2024
- Online Application Start Date: 8th November 2024
- Last Date to Apply: 29th November 2024
- Written Exam Date: 15th June 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Uttarakhand Police Constable position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed their intermediate (12th grade) or hold an equivalent qualification recognized by the Uttarakhand School Education Council, Ramnagar.
- Age Limit: Applicants should be aged between 18 and 22 years as of 1st July 2024. Age relaxations are available as per government norms for reserved categories.
- Physical Standards: Candidates must meet specific height and chest measurements to qualify for the physical tests:
- General and OBC candidates require a minimum height of 165 cm (Chest unexpanded/expanded: 78.8/83.8 cm).
- Hilly area and SC/ST candidates have slight relaxations for height and chest measurements.
Application Process
The application process is fully online and can be completed through the UKSSSC website (uksssc.net.in).
Steps to Apply:
- Registration: Create an account using a valid mobile number and email.
- Details Submission: Enter educational details, upload necessary documents, and fill out the form accurately.
- Document Upload: Upload a passport-size photo and signature as per the specified dimensions.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online. For General and OBC candidates, the fee is INR 300, while SC/ST and EWS applicants pay INR 150. Orphans are exempt from any fee.
Application Fees:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | INR 300 |
| SC/ST/EWS | INR 150 |
| Orphan | Nil |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages, each aimed at evaluating the candidates’ physical fitness, aptitude, and overall suitability for the role:
- Physical Standard Test (PST): This is the initial qualifying stage where candidates are measured for minimum height and chest expansion based on category requirements.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): In this stage, candidates undergo rigorous physical tests, such as:
- Cricket ball throw, long jump, chin-ups, sit-ups, and a 3 km run. Each test is marked, with candidates required to score at least 50% in each category to advance.
Written Exam: The final stage is a written test comprising 100 multiple-choice questions, covering General Hindi, General Knowledge (GK), and Uttarakhand-specific GK. Each section is allocated specific marks, and there is negative marking for incorrect answers. The exam duration is two hours, and qualifying candidates must score at least 45% (for General and OBC) or 35% (for SC/ST).
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | 20 | 20 | 2 hours |
| General Knowledge & Studies | 40 | 40 | |
| Uttarakhand GK | 40 | 40 |
- Document Verification and Medical Test: Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification followed by a medical examination to assess their fitness for duty.
FAQs
Q1. What is the salary for Uttarakhand Police Constable?
- The salary for the constable position falls under Pay Level 3, with a range of INR 21,700 to 69,100 per month.
Q2. When will the recruitment exam take place?
- The written examination is scheduled for 15th June 2025.
Q3. Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
- Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
Q4. Where can I download the notification PDF?
- The official notification can be downloaded from the UKSSSC website uksssc.net.in.