The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has officially announced the exam date for the J&K Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination 2025. As per the latest notice dated November 6, 2025, the JKPSC CCE Prelims 2025 will be conducted on December 7, 2025 (Sunday).
🧾 About JKPSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE)
The JKPSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is conducted to recruit qualified candidates for various administrative and allied services posts under the Government of Jammu & Kashmir.
Through this examination, JKPSC selects candidates for positions such as:
- Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS)
- Jammu and Kashmir Police Service (JKPS)
- Jammu and Kashmir Accounts Service (JKAS-Finance)
and several other allied services.
The CCE is held in three stages — Preliminary Exam, Main Examination, and Personality Test (Interview). The Prelims act as the first screening stage to shortlist candidates for the Mains.
📅 JKPSC CCE Prelims Exam Date & Schedule 2025
According to the latest official notification issued on November 6, 2025, the complete exam schedule is as follows:
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | J&K Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) |
| Notification No. | 11-PSC(DR-P) of 2025 |
| Notification Date | 06 November 2025 |
| Exam Date | 07 December 2025 (Sunday) |
| Session 1 Timing | 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Session 2 Timing | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Mode of Examination | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Official Website | https://jkpsc.nic.in |
Candidates are advised to strictly adhere to these timings and report to their designated exam centres at least one hour before the commencement of the paper.
📘 Exam Structure & Pattern
The JKPSC CCE Preliminary Examination comprises two papers:
- Paper I – General Studies (GS-I)
- Paper II – General Studies (CSAT/Qualifying Paper)
Each paper carries 200 marks, making a total of 400 marks for the Prelims stage.
- Both papers are objective-type (Multiple Choice Questions).
- Negative marking applies for wrong answers (1/3rd of the marks assigned to the question).
- The CSAT paper is qualifying in nature — candidates must score at least 33% to qualify.
The marks obtained in Paper I determine eligibility for the Mains Examination.
🎓 Eligibility (As per Previous Notification)
While this specific circular only focuses on the exam schedule, eligibility criteria were detailed earlier in Notification No. 11-PSC(DR-P) of 2025. As per that notice, candidates must:
- Be a domicile of Jammu and Kashmir.
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Be between 21 to 32 years of age as of January 1, 2025 (age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per JKPSC rules).
Candidates who had successfully applied under the said notification are now eligible to appear in the Prelims Examination.
🧾 Important Instructions for Candidates
The JKPSC has advised all candidates to strictly follow examination guidelines and COVID-appropriate behavior (if applicable) during the exam. Some key points include:
- Admit Cards will be made available on the official website (jkpsc.nic.in) before the examination.
- Candidates must carry a valid photo ID proof along with their Admit Card to the exam hall.
- The use of mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, or any electronic device inside the examination centre is strictly prohibited.
- Candidates must report at the examination centre well in advance to avoid late entry, as gates may close 30 minutes before the exam.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification or disciplinary action by the Commission.
🧩 Key Highlights of the Notification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 06 November 2025 |
| Exam Date | 07 December 2025 |
| Conducted By | JK Public Service Commission |
| Exam Type | Combined Competitive (Preliminary) |
| Sessions | Morning (10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon), Afternoon (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) |
| Total Papers | 2 (General Studies I & II) |
| Total Marks | 400 |
| Result Basis | Merit in Paper I + CSAT Qualification |
📣 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 06 November 2025 |
| Exam Date | 07 December 2025 |
| Session 1 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon |
| Session 2 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
💡 What’s Next After JKPSC CCE Prelims 2025?
After the Prelims are conducted successfully, JKPSC will release the official answer key within a few days, followed by the Preliminary Result.
Candidates who secure the required cutoff marks will be shortlisted for the Mains Examination, which will include descriptive papers covering various subjects related to general studies, optional papers, and essay writing.
The final stage will be the Personality Test (Interview), which assesses the candidate’s suitability for administrative roles in Jammu and Kashmir.
📎 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download Here |
| Apply Online / Candidate Login | https://jkpsc.nic.in |
| Previous JKPSC CCE Notifications | Click Here |
