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S.O. 176
Indicative reference breakdown of J&K reservation rules
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The Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Rules (amended under S.O. 176 of 15 March 2024) provide the following reference breakdown for professional and higher education admissions. Figures are indicative guidelines:
Unreserved merit pool. Note: Effective percentage varies between central vs. UT institutions and remains subject to ongoing administrative and legal review.
Gujjars, Bakarwals, Baltis, Gaddis & historically notified tribes.
Pahari Ethnic Group, Paddari Tribe, Koli, Gadda Brahmin (Total ST: 20%).
Certified residents of notified rural areas (rationalized from former 20%/12%).
Socially and educationally backward classes (enhanced from former 4% OSC).
Gross annual family income below ₹8 Lakhs (applicable to unreserved categories).
Residents living along the Line of Actual Control & International Border.
Children of Defence Personnel (3%) and Sports quota (2%) applied horizontally.
Indicative reference breakdown · Historical public notices (S.O. 176, March 2024)
Percentages above are indicative historical benchmarks and differ between UT colleges (JKBOPEE) and central institutions (JoSAA). Quota distributions remain subject to government review and litigation. Always verify the active seat matrix on the official JKBOPEE portal.
Institutions Directory (Indicative)
Explore 26 profiled institutions across Srinagar, Jammu, Anantnag, Baramulla, and border districts. Compare indicative cutoffs, seat capacities, fee frameworks, and NAAC accreditations.

External Gateways
Always confirm current deadlines, eligibility notifications, and application submissions through authorized government portals.
Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme for J&K students studying outside UT. Up to ₹3.0 Lakhs support.
J&K Board of Professional Entrance Examinations. Engineering, NEET AYUSH, and Paramedical counselling.
Central government scholarship schemes, Post-Matric, CSSS, and merit-cum-means financial aid.
Official Government of J&K Higher Education portal. Policy circulars, college list, and NEP guidelines.