JKSSB Permanent District Codes List: Official Reference Guide
A complete guide to the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) Permanent District Codes (01 to 22) used for recruitment application preferences.
Notice Overview
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) utilizes a standardized 2-digit Permanent District Code (PDC) system. While modern online applications handle district preferences through drop-down menus, these codes remain essential for candidates filling out OMR sheets, during document verification, counseling, and backend database referencing for reservation allocations. Candidates should bookmark this official list of permanent district codes for their reference.
JKSSB Permanent District Codes List
Below is the official list of permanent district codes for all 22 administrative districts in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh:
| District Name | District Code | District Name | District Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anantnag | 01 | Kupwara | 12 |
| Bandipora | 02 | Leh (Ladakh) | 13 |
| Baramulla | 03 | Poonch | 14 |
| Budgam | 04 | Pulwama | 15 |
| Doda | 05 | Rajouri | 16 |
| Ganderbal | 06 | Ramban | 17 |
| Jammu | 07 | Reasi | 18 |
| Kargil (Ladakh) | 08 | Samba | 19 |
| Kathua | 09 | Shopian | 20 |
| Kishtwar | 10 | Srinagar | 21 |
| Kulgam | 11 | Udhampur | 22 |
How these Codes are Used
- OMR Answer Sheets: During written examinations, candidates are required to darken the bubble circles corresponding to their permanent residence district code on their OMR answer sheet.
- Document Verification (DV): During DV, the board references these codes to map category preferences and verify regional reservation criteria (such as ALC/IB, RBA, or Border Area benefits).
- Preference Submission: In multi-district cadres, the codes are utilized to register candidates' preferred order of district postings.
Official Portal
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| JKSSB Official Website | jkssb.nic.in |
| Official Reference PDF | PDC.pdf Notice |