Dedicated search and rescue units formed in 2001.
Managing severe civil disturbances and riot control.
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 Jandarma Komando Ozel Asayis Komutanligi Joak
The command is structured into several expert battalions and teams to address diverse environments:
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) Dedicated search and rescue units formed in 2001
Includes specialized Sniper and EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) units. Selection and Training
Applicants undergo intensive physical fitness and psychological evaluations to ensure they can operate in all terrain and weather conditions. Established in its modern form following the 1999
Providing expert explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) and sharpshooting capabilities. Specialized Units