DC Pulwama reviews arrangements for OMR-based Accounts Assistant examination scheduled on November 15

• Emphasises foolproof security, transparency, adequate transport facilities and candidate-friendly arrangements

PULWAMA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Kuldeep Krishan Sidha, today chaired a review meeting at Circuit House, Pulwama, to assess the arrangements for the smooth, fair and transparent conduct of the OMR-based written examination for the post of Accounts Assistant (Finance Department), scheduled to be conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) on November 15, 2026.

During the meeting, a detailed presentation was made before the Chair on the preparations undertaken for the examination, covering the deployment of staff, Magistrates and Observers, management of examination centres, security arrangements and adherence to the prescribed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The presentation also covered the procedures for collection, transportation, opening, sealing and deposition of examination-related material on the day of the examination.

The meeting was informed that the requisite training for examination staff had already been conducted at Government Degree College Boys, Pulwama. Arrangements being put in place by various stakeholder departments, including Education, Jal Shakti, Transport and other concerned departments, were also reviewed.

Emphasising the importance of impartiality and compliance with examination protocols, the Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to ensure proper management and sanitisation of all examination centres, including verification of deployed personnel and adequate arrangements for drinking water and washroom facilities. He further emphasised that candidates with disabilities must be provided all necessary assistance, with their examination rooms preferably allotted on the ground floor to ensure ease of access and avoid inconvenience.

Reviewing the security arrangements, the Deputy Commissioner emphasised that the fairness, credibility and confidentiality of the examination must be maintained at all costs. He directed the Police Department to ensure adequate security inside and outside every examination centre and maintain strict vigil throughout the examination process. At the same time, he stressed that security protocols must be implemented professionally, without causing unnecessary inconvenience or harassment to candidates.

He further directed that frisking arrangements be conducted in a systematic and dignified manner, with separate provisions for male and female candidates. Female candidates shall be frisked by designated female security personnel, with assistance from female staff of the respective institutions wherever required. Entry into examination centres shall be strictly restricted to candidates possessing valid admit cards.

The Deputy Commissioner also emphasised strict adherence to the prescribed SOPs governing the handling, opening, sealing and transportation of examination material. He directed all concerned officers and Centre Superintendents to thoroughly familiarise themselves with their assigned duties and responsibilities. He made it clear that mobile phones and other unauthorised items shall not be permitted inside the examination centres. He also directed that all examination-related instructions and necessary information be prominently displayed at the centres.

The meeting was further informed that JKSSB officials would be deployed at each examination centre as well as at the district headquarters to monitor the arrangements and ensure effective coordination. The Deputy Commissioner directed all line departments to put in place the requisite arrangements well before the commencement of the examination and maintain close coordination to address any issues arising during the process.

Concluding the review, the Deputy Commissioner emphasised that ensuring a fair, transparent and hassle-free examination is the collective responsibility of every officer and official associated with the conduct of the examination. He directed all concerned to thoroughly go through the prescribed SOPs and discharge their assigned responsibilities with utmost diligence, adding that any negligence or violation of examination protocols would be viewed seriously.

The meeting was attended by  Additional Deputy Commissioners of Pulwama, Tral and Awantipora, senior officers of the Police Department, district and sectoral officers, representatives of the JKSSB, heads of concerned educational institutions, Centre Superintendents and other officials associated with the conduct of the examination.