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Key Facts: JKSSB Panchayat Secretary Exam

100 Q

Total written exam questions

JKSSB Official Notification

120 min

Total exam duration

JKSSB Official Notification

0.25

Negative marking penalty

JKSSB Guidelines

₹500

Application fee (General)

JKSSB Domicile Portal

JKSSB Panchayat Secretary exam is an OMR-based test containing 100 MCQs to be completed in 2 hours. A negative marking penalty of 0.25 applies for every incorrect response. The fee is ₹500 for Open Merit and ₹400 for Reserved categories.

Sample JKSSB Panchayat Secretary Practice Questions

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1Who is historically credited with founding the city of Jammu?
A.Raja Hari Singh
B.Raja Jambu Lochan
C.Maharaja Gulab Singh
D.Raja Dhruv Dev
Explanation: Raja Jambu Lochan, a 14th-century ruler, is credited with founding Jammu. Legend states that while hunting near the Tawi River, he saw a tiger and a goat drinking water together from the same pond. Impressed by this peace, he founded a city named 'Jambu Nagar', which later became Jammu.
2Which of the following is the largest freshwater lake in India, located in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.Dal Lake
B.Wular Lake
C.Manasbal Lake
D.Pangong Lake
Explanation: Wular Lake, located in the Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir, is the largest freshwater lake in India. It is fed by the Jhelum River and plays a crucial role in the hydrology of the Kashmir Valley. It is also designated as a Ramsar site.
3What is the traditional, loose gown worn by both men and women in Kashmir to protect themselves from winter cold?
A.Pheran
B.Kameez
C.Langa
D.Achkan
Explanation: The Pheran is a traditional long, loose cloak worn in Kashmir, made of wool or tweed. It is designed to allow the wearer to hold a Kangri (an earthen fire pot) underneath for warmth during the harsh winter months.
4Which of the following concepts in the Indian Constitution guarantees that all citizens are equal before the law?
A.Right to Freedom of Religion
B.Right to Equality
C.Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.Directive Principles
Explanation: The Right to Equality is a Fundamental Right guaranteed under Articles 14 to 18 of the Indian Constitution. Article 14 specifically provides for equality before the law and equal protection of the laws within the territory of India.
5Under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), how many days of guaranteed wage employment are provided in a financial year to a rural household?
A.75 Days
B.100 Days
C.150 Days
D.50 Days
Explanation: MGNREGA is a labor law and social security measure that guarantees at least 100 days of wage employment in a financial year to every rural household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work.
6On which date did the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 formally come into effect?
A.9th August 2019
B.31st October 2019
C.26th January 2020
D.5th August 2019
Explanation: Although the J&K Reorganisation Bill was passed by the Parliament and received presidential assent in August 2019, the Act formally came into effect on 31st October 2019, reconstituting the state into two Union Territories: J&K and Ladakh.
7Which historic treaty, signed in 1846, resulted in the sale of Kashmir by the British to Maharaja Gulab Singh for 75 lakh Nanakshahee rupees?
A.Treaty of Lahore
B.Treaty of Amritsar
C.Treaty of Sugauli
D.Treaty of Purandar
Explanation: The Treaty of Amritsar was signed on March 16, 1846, between the British East India Company and Maharaja Gulab Singh of Jammu. Under this treaty, Gulab Singh acquired Kashmir Valley and founded the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir under Dogra rule.
8The River Jhelum, which flows through Srinagar and the Kashmir Valley, has its origin in which of the following springs?
A.Chashma Shahi
B.Verinag Spring
C.Kokernag Spring
D.Achabal Spring
Explanation: The Jhelum River, known as 'Vyeth' in Kashmiri, originates from the Verinag Spring located at the foothills of the Pir Panjal range in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir.
9Under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, how many seats are allocated to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in the Lok Sabha (House of the People)?
A.4 Seats
B.5 Seats
C.6 Seats
D.7 Seats
Explanation: The J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019 allocated 5 seats to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in the Lok Sabha, while the remaining 1 seat of the erstwhile state was allocated to the Union Territory of Ladakh.
10Which section of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 specifies the provisions for the Legislative Assembly of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.Section 14
B.Section 32
C.Section 45
D.Section 53
Explanation: Section 14 of the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019 outlines the constitution, seat distribution, and reservation policies of the Legislative Assembly for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

About the JKSSB Panchayat Secretary Exam

The JKSSB Panchayat Secretary exam (formerly known as Village Level Worker or VLW) is a state-level recruitment test containing 100 objective questions. The exam evaluates candidates in General Awareness (focusing on J&K UT), General English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge. There is a negative marking of 0.25 for every incorrect response.

Assessment

100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

Relative cutoff based on merit list

Exam Fee

₹500 / ₹400 (Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB))

JKSSB Panchayat Secretary Exam Content Outline

20%

General Awareness (with J&K UT Focus)

History, culture, geography, and economy of J&K UT, J&K Reorganisation Act 2019, Centrally Sponsored Schemes (MGNREGA, PMAY), and Panchayati Raj.

20%

General English & Comprehension

Grammar, tenses, narration, active/passive voice, idioms, phrases, spelling, and reading comprehension.

20%

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Analogies, number/letter series, logical deductions, coding-decoding, speed, distance and time, and statements-conclusions.

15%

Quantitative Aptitude

Elementary mathematics, percentages, profit & loss, ratio & proportion, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

25%

Basic Knowledge of Computers

Computer hardware, software, operating systems, MS Office, internet, email, and cybersecurity basics.

How to Pass the JKSSB Panchayat Secretary Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Relative cutoff based on merit list
  • Assessment: 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
  • Time limit: 2 hours
  • Exam fee: ₹500 / ₹400

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

JKSSB Panchayat Secretary Study Tips from Top Performers

1Dedicate ample study time to the J&K Reorganisation Act 2019 and Centrally Sponsored Rural Schemes like MGNREGA, as they are high-yield topics under General Awareness.
2Practice basic mathematics and reasoning topics regularly to improve your speed, as the quantitative sections are highly scoring.
3Familiarize yourself with MS Office shortcuts, keyboard shortcuts, and internet terminologies for the computer section, which carries 25% weightage.
4Work on vocabulary and grammar rules to score high in General English, which includes sentence correction, narration, and voice changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam pattern for JKSSB Panchayat Secretary?

The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks. The total duration is 2 hours (120 minutes) and a negative marking of 0.25 marks is applied for each incorrect response.

What are the eligibility criteria for the Panchayat Secretary post?

Candidates must be domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir UT, possess a graduation degree from a recognized university, and be between 18 and 40 years of age (with relaxations for reserved categories).

What is the application fee for the exam?

The application fee is ₹500 for Open Merit (OM) and ₹400 for reserved categories like SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD.

Is there a typing test or interview for this post?

No, selection for the Panchayat Secretary post is based solely on the written OMR exam merit list. There is no interview or typing test.