JK- Police Constable Salary: Overview, Important Dates, Annual Package

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The Police Headquarters of Jammu and Kashmir will soon release the recruitment notification for JK Police Constable 2021 on its official website. This recruitment is done to fill in vacant constable posts in various State police Departments. Continue reading this article to know more about the JK Police Constable Salary structure, the annual package, and other important information.

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JK-Police Constable Exam: Overview

Name of the Examination conducting body	Police Headquarters of Jammu and Kashmir
Name of Post	JK Police Constable
Expected No. Of Vacancies	1350 (Expected vacancies)
Type of Job	Government Job
Placement	Jammu and Kashmir
Official Website	www.jkpolice.gov.in

JK Police Constable Exam: Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	To be announced
Start of the Application process	To be announced
Last Date to Apply	To be announced
Admit Card Release Date	To be announced
Date of JK Police Constable Examination	To be announced
Result	To be announced

JK Police Constable Salary

Posts	Salary	Grade Pay
Constable*	Rs. 5,200 – 20,200	Rs. 1,900
Head Constables (Telecom)	Rs. 25,500 – 81,100	NA
Constables (Civil Police)	Rs. 21,700 – 69,100	NA
Sub Inspectors	Rs. 9,300 – 34,800	Rs. 4,200
Constables (Driver)	Rs. 5,200 – 20,200	NA

*Now revised Rs. 19900 to 63200 (Level – 2)

JK Police Constable Salary Annual Package

After being selected for the post, the candidates have to undergo a period of probation during which they are further assessed for their capabilities. After the probation period is over the employees are eligible for the benefits and increments of the department.
The pay scale for the Jammu and Kashmir police Constable is according to the 7^th Pay Commission.
This includes a Level, Pay Band, Grade- pay, perks and allowances.
The Annual package for the post of Jammu and Kashmir Police Constable ranges from Rs.2,38,800/- to Rs.7,58,400/-.

Allowances and Perks

Besides the salary, the constables also receive fixed allowances. A list of the allowances are mentioned below:

DA (Dearness Allowance)
HRA (House Rent Allowance)
Cash Handling Allowance
Provident Fund
Medical Allowance
Children Education Allowance
Daily Allowance
Conveyance Allowance
Traveling Allowance
Briefcase Allowance
TA on Transfer
TA on Retirement
Child Care Allowance
Subsistence Allowance
Subsidized Bills
Refreshment Allowance
Deputation Allowance
Fuel Expenses
Foreign Travel

JK Police Constable In-Hand Salary

The in-hand salary of the Jammu and Kashmir Police Constable is incremented considerably when the perks and allowances are added to it.
The in-hand salary of the police constable comes under Pay Band 1. This is in accordance with the reservation policy of the JK state Government.

JK Police Constable Job Profile

The post of a constable carries certain significant responsibilities with it. The job responsibilities of the constables are:

Protect life and property through the enforcement of laws and regulations
Promote internal security
Prevent and control terrorist and anti-social activities.
Protect public properties
Emergency duties are required during adverse weather conditions and natural calamities.
Filing the case details properly, without any errors in the information provided
Maintain peace and harmony

JK Police Constable Perks and Additional Benefits

The constables besides the salary and allowances are also entitled to additional benefits and perks. The perks and additional benefits are mentioned below:

Pension
Paid holidays
Government accommodation.
Transport facility or vehicle.
Increments and incentives.
The ability to work from home.
Paternal leave
Maternal leave.
Job training.
Medical facilities.
Fixed personal pay.
Professional development.
Leave and travel concession.
Health insurance.
Child safety.
Bonus.

JK Police Constable Salary Slip

Every month when the Jammu and Kashmir Police department pays the salary of its employees, it also provides them with the salary slips. These payslips have information regarding the salary, allowances, deductions, and other details for the month. These salary slips come in handy while maintaining salary details, applying for loans, and other purposes.

JK Police Constable Probation Period

The Probation Period is mandatory for the JK Police constables before they are made permanent. Usually, the probation period is for a period of two years. The first six months are used for training the employees. The remaining period is used up in acquainting with the work ethics and job responsibilities. it is after the probation period that employees are provided with the increments and additional benefits.

JK Police Constable Career Growth and Promotion

There is great scope for career growth and promotion in the Jammu and Kashmir Police department jobs. After the promotion period is over the candidates are judged according to how well they performed their duties. They are awarded additional raises, bonused, and incentives according to their performance. Regular training sessions are organised for the betterment of the employees. This maintains their fitness and increases their experience, knowledge, and sharpness in performance. These experiences are added to their resume and help in their career growth.

Conclusion:

Now that you know about the JK Police Constable Salary and responsibilities, and the returns it offers, you should try for a career in the JK Police Department under the State Government. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website once the recruitment notification is released.