Jandarma Komando Ozel Asayis Komutanligi Joak ✯

The , known in English as the Gendarmerie Special Public Security Command, is the elite tactical unit of the Turkish Gendarmerie General Command. Established in its modern form following the 1999 Marmara earthquake, JÖAK serves as a high-readiness force for complex domestic security operations and large-scale natural disasters that exceed the capabilities of standard gendarmerie units. Core Missions and Responsibilities

Specialized response for disasters like earthquakes, floods, and avalanches, as well as underwater and mountain rescue. Jandarma Komando Ozel Asayis Komutanligi Joak

Candidates must have a clean disciplinary record and pass strict medical and security screenings. The , known in English as the Gendarmerie

Applicants undergo intensive physical fitness and psychological evaluations to ensure they can operate in all terrain and weather conditions. Candidates must have a clean disciplinary record and

Training is conducted at the Jandarma School at Foça , with additional guidance from Turkish Army instructors for specialized skill sets. Gendarmerie Special Public Order Command (JÖAK)

The command is structured into several expert battalions and teams to address diverse environments: