PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 detailed notification has been released by the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board under Advt No. 08/2026. The Punjab Government has announced 532 posts for Warder and Matron in the Jail Department. Apply online from 1 April to 5 May 2026 on sssb.punjab.gov.in. The last date to apply and pay fee is 5 May 2026.
The Punjab Jail Warder Vacancy 2026 is for 475 Warder posts (male only) and 57 Matron posts (female only) under the Additional Director General of Police (Jails), Punjab. Candidates who have passed 12th class with Punjabi at matric level can apply. PwD candidates are not eligible for these posts. Selection will be through written exam, physical measurement test, physical efficiency test, and document verification.
PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) |
| Department | Punjab Jail Department |
| Advt No. | 08/2026 |
| Post Names | Warder (Male) and Matron (Female) |
| Total Posts | 532 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass (10+2) with Punjabi at Matric level |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years |
| Salary | Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200 (Level 2, 7th CPC) |
| Application Fee | General: Rs 1000, SC/BC/EWS: Rs 250, ESM: Rs 200 |
| Application Start Date | 1 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 5 May 2026 (Extended) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
| Source | PSSSB Short Notice dated 21.03.2026 (DPR/Pb/1084/12/2025-26/9932) |
PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The PSSSB Warder Matron Bharti 2026 has 532 posts:
| Post | Gender | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Warder | Male only | 475 |
| Matron | Female only | 57 |
| Total | 532 |
Warder Category-wise Vacancy (Male Only)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 203 |
| SC (M&B) | 48 |
| SC (R&O) | 48 |
| BC | 48 |
| ESM General | 34 |
| ESM SC (M&B) | 10 |
| ESM SC (R&O) | 9 |
| ESM BC | 9 |
| Sports General | 10 |
| Sports SC (M&B) | 2 |
| Sports SC (R&O) | 2 |
| Freedom Fighter | 5 |
| EWS | 47 |
| Total Warder | 475 |
Matron Category-wise Vacancy (Female Only)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 26 |
| SC (M&B) | 6 |
| SC (R&O) | 5 |
| BC | 5 |
| ESM General | 4 |
| ESM SC (M&B) | 1 |
| ESM SC (R&O) | 1 |
| ESM BC | 1 |
| Sports General | 2 |
| Sports SC (M&B) | 1 |
| Sports SC (R&O) | 0 |
| EWS | 5 |
| Total Matron | 57 |
PwD (Divyang) candidates cannot apply for Warder or Matron posts. These posts are not identified for PwD reservation.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The PSSSB Jail Warder qualification 2026 for both Warder and Matron posts is the same:
- Must have passed 10+2 (12th class) or equal exam from a recognized education board or university.
- Punjabi language is compulsory. You must have passed Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject at matric (10th) level.
- If you have not studied Punjabi in matric, any other equal exam in Punjabi language accepted by the Punjab Government will also be valid.
- Warder post is open only for male candidates.
- Matron post is open only for female candidates.
- You must have all required qualifications before the last date to apply (05 May 2026).
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
The PSSSB Jail Warder age limit 2026 for different categories is given below. Age is counted as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 18 to 27 years |
| SC / BC of Punjab | Up to 32 years |
| Punjab and Central Govt Employees | Up to 45 years |
| Pensioned Armed Forces | Up to 40 years |
| Resigned Armed Forces (3+ years service) | Up to 30 years |
| Police Force (5+ years service) | Up to 30 years |
| Army Reserve | Up to 35 years |
| Widows / Divorced / Separated Women (for Matron) | Up to 35 years |
Govt employees must bring NOC from their department at the time of counselling. Only Punjab residents can get reservation benefits. You must have a domicile or residence certificate of Punjab not older than 5 years.
Physical Standards
Warder (Male):
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 5 feet 7 inches (5 feet 4.5 inches for Dogra and Gurkha) |
| Chest | 33 inches (unexpanded), 34.5 inches (expanded) |
| Vision | Normal in both eyes (with or without glasses). Must not be colour blind |
Matron (Female):
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 5 feet 3 inches |
| Weight | Minimum 50 kg |
| Vision | Normal in both eyes (with or without glasses). Must not be colour blind |
Selection Process for PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2026
The selection has 4 stages. You must pass each stage to move to the next.
- Stage 1: Written Exam (MCQ) Objective type computer based test. 120 questions for 120 marks. Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. You must score at least 50% in the Punjabi language section (qualifying).
- Stage 2: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Your height, chest (for warder), and weight (for matron) will be measured.
- Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
For Warder (Male):
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 100 Meters Run | 15 seconds (one chance only) |
| Shot Put (7.26 Kg / 16 pound) | 5.50 meters (three chances) |
| Rope Climbing | 15 feet (three chances) |
For Matron (Female):
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 100 Meters Run | 18.5 seconds (one chance only) |
| Shot Put (5.443 Kg / 12 pound) | 4.0 meters (three chances) |
| Rope Climbing | 12 feet (three chances) |
- Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Exam
Exam Pattern
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Objective (MCQ), Computer Based |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each wrong answer |
| Punjabi Language | Qualifying (must score 50%) |
| Exam Duration | 100 minutes |
The PSSB Jail Warder exam will have two parts. Part A is the Punjabi Language test at 10th level (qualifying, must score 50%). Part B has questions from General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Punjab History and Culture, Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability, Punjabi, English, and ICT (up to 12th level).
Salary and Pay
The PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 salary for Warder and Matron is as per Level 2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
| Detail | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200 |
| Level | Level 2 (7th CPC) |
| Minimum Pay | Rs 19,900 per month |
| Allowances | As decided by Punjab Government from time to time |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Freedom Fighter / Sports | Rs 1,000 |
| SC / BC / EWS | Rs 250 |
| Ex-Servicemen and Dependents | Rs 200 |
Fee once paid will not be returned in any case. Fee can be paid through SBI challan, Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Date | 28 March 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 1 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 05 May 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | 01 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
How to Apply for PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2026
- Visit the PSSSB official website sssb.punjab.gov.in.
- Click on Latest Circulars and find the Jail Warder and Matron Advt 08/2026 link.
- Register with your personal details. You will get a username and password.
- Login and fill the complete application form step by step. Upload your photo, signature, and all required certificates in PDF format.
- Submit the application form. Check all details carefully before submitting because no changes are allowed after submission.
- Pay the application fee through SBI challan, Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
- Download and print the application form for future use.
The last date to apply and pay fee is 05 May 2026. Only online applications will be accepted. No changes are allowed after submission. Warder post is only for male candidates. Matron post is only for female candidates. Fill your category and category code carefully because it cannot be changed at any stage. For any problem, contact PSSSB helpline: 0172-2298000 (Ext 5106, 5107), 0172-2298083, or helpline numbers 99885-80229 and 96469-32955.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Short Notification | PSSSB Jail Warder Matron Short Notification 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | PSSSB Jail Warder Notification 2026 |
| Apply Online | PSSSB Jail Warder Apply Link |
| Official Website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
FAQs
There are 532 posts in total. 475 Warder posts for male candidates and 57 Matron posts for female candidates under Advt 08/2026.
You must have passed 12th class (10+2) from a recognized board. Punjabi must be passed as a compulsory or elective subject at 10th level.
General category: 18 to 27 years as on 01.01.2026. SC and BC of Punjab get relaxation up to 32 years. Ex-servicemen get relaxation up to 40 years.
Online applications start from 1 April 2026 on sssb.punjab.gov.in. The last date is 05 May 2026
The pay scale is Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200 per month under Level 2 of the 7th CPC. Other allowances as per Punjab Government rules.
Yes. 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer. The exam has 120 MCQ questions for 120 marks.
Warder (male): minimum 5 feet 7 inches. Matron (female): minimum 5 feet 3 inches with minimum weight of 50 kg. Colour blindness is not allowed.
No. Warder post is only for male candidates. Female candidates can only apply for the Matron post. Both posts have the same qualification and exam.
