Facility of Scribe and Compensatory Time for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBDs) — JKPSC

Candidates with benchmark disabilities as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 are eligible. You must possess a valid disability certificate issued by a government medical authority stating that your disability is of 40% or more severity (or as per the rules in force). The certificate should be recent and recognized by the government of India or the Union Territory.

Compensatory time is typically granted at the rate of 20 minutes for every hour of examination, as per disability support rules. For a 2-hour exam, this would generally mean 40 minutes of extra time. However, the exact rate may be specified in the individual examination notification, so always check the recruitment notice for the specific exam you are applying for.

You have the option to either arrange your own scribe (subject to JKPSC approval) or request JKPSC to arrange one. If you arrange your own, the scribe must meet the educational and other eligibility criteria set by JKPSC, and you must submit a declaration form along with their educational certificates. If requesting JKPSC to arrange, this is typically done on a first-come-first-served basis, so apply early.

You will need a valid disability certificate from a recognized medical authority, a recent passport-sized photograph, a declaration form (if using your own scribe) with details of the scribe and their educational qualifications, and a copy of the scribe's identity proof. Some notifications may also require additional forms; always check the specific recruitment notice for a complete list.

The deadline to request these facilities is typically mentioned in the recruitment notification and is usually the same as or very close to the application submission deadline. Once the application window closes, late requests are generally not entertained. Monitor the JKPSC website for the specific notification and note the deadline carefully.

No. These facilities are provided as reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity. They do not alter the evaluation criteria, marking scheme, or ranking process. Your answer sheet will be evaluated on the same basis as all other candidates, and there is no negative marking or adjustment for availing these facilities.

Yes, age relaxation is typically provided to candidates with benchmark disabilities, as per the guidelines in force. The exact extent of relaxation varies by recruitment and is specified in the notification—commonly 5 to 10 years beyond the upper age limit. Check the specific recruitment notification for the age relaxation applicable to your examination and category.

Your certificate should be issued by a government medical authority (such as a civil hospital, medical college, or designated government doctor) and should clearly state the type of disability and its percentage/severity. It should preferably be issued after the person is aged 18. If you are unsure, contact JKPSC directly or visit the official website to see the guidelines on acceptable disability certificates.

If your request is rejected, you will typically be notified with the reason during the application process or before the examination. If you believe the rejection is unjustified, you can contact JKPSC's grievance cell or appeal through the prescribed channel. However, to avoid issues, ensure your disability certificate and all documents are complete and meet the prescribed criteria before applying.

Scribe facility is primarily for written examinations. For interviews or personality tests, reasonable accommodations such as a reader or extra time may be provided, but the specific arrangements differ. Consult the notification and contact JKPSC in advance if you require accommodations for interview stages.