Kathua, November 7: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma, on Saturday reviewed the arrangements for the smooth, transparent and fair conduct of the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) written examination for the post of Accounts Assistant.

The examination is scheduled to be held on November 15, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, with 8,729 candidates expected to appear at 23 examination centres established across Kathua district.

During a meeting held at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed essential arrangements, including drinking water facilities, uninterrupted power supply, seating arrangements and security deployment.

It was informed that all examination centres will remain under CCTV surveillance, with videography arrangements to ensure transparency and maintain the integrity of the examination process.

The DC stressed the need for close coordination among all concerned departments and directed officers to strictly adhere to JKSSB guidelines and examination protocols.

Candidates have been advised to reach their respective examination centres well in advance, as entry will commence two hours before the scheduled examination time to facilitate verification and other formalities.

The Police Department was also directed to ensure adequate security arrangements, including proper frisking and deployment of personnel at all examination centres.

Among those present in the meeting were ADC Kathua Sachin Jamwal, Overall District Observer for Kathua Simarjeet Singh (JKSSB), ASP Sunil Kesar, RTO Surinder Sharma, DTO Jivtesh Singh, DIO Gurpreet Singh and other concerned officers.

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