Punjab Jail Warder & Matron Recruitment 2026

Post Name

Punjab Jail Warder & Matron Recruitment 2026

Total Post

532

Short Notification

Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 08 of 2026 for recruitment of Warder and Matron posts in Punjab Prisons Department. A total of 532 vacancies are available, including 475 Warder (Male) and 57 Matron (Female) posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website from 01 April 2026 to 21 April 2026. Selection will be based on a written examination followed by Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and document verification. Candidates must fulfill educational qualifications, age criteria, and physical standards as prescribed in the notification.Candidates should carefully review the official notification before applying.


 

Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB)

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Important Date

 

  • Application Starting Date : 01 April 2026

  • Last Date To Apply : 21 April 2026

Post Name

 

  • Warder (Male Only)

  • Matron (Female Only)

Application Fee

 

  • For ST/SC/EWS Candidate - 250/-

  • For Ex-service & Dependents Candidate - 200/-

  • For General/Freedom Fighter/Sports Other  - 1000/-

Job Location

 

  • Punjab

Total Number of Vacancies (Category-wise Summary)

Warder (475)

  • General: 203
  • SC (M&B): 48
  • SC (R&O): 48
  • BC: 48
  • Ex-Servicemen: Various categories (Total included)
  • Sports: Various categories
  • Freedom Fighter: 5
  • EWS: 47

Matron (57)

  • General: 26
  • SC (M&B): 6
  • SC (R&O): 5
  • BC: 5
  • Ex-Servicemen: Various categories
  • Sports: Various categories
  • EWS: 5

Educational Qualification

  • 10+2 or equivalent from recognized board
  • Punjabi must be a compulsory/elective subject
  • Punjabi knowledge at Matric level mandatory

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)

  • Minimum: 18 Years
  • Maximum: 27 Years

Age Relaxation

  • SC/BC: Up to 32 years
  • Govt Employees: Up to 45 years
  • Ex-Servicemen: As per Punjab rules
  • Other categories (Army, Police etc.): As specified in PDF
  • Women (special categories): Up to 35 years

Selection Process / Recruitment Process

1.      Written Examination (MCQ Based)

o    Part A: Punjabi (Qualifying – 50%)

o    Part B: Merit-based (Negative marking: ¼ mark deduction)

2.      Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

3.      Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

4.      Document Verification (Counselling)


Pay Scale / Salary Details

  • ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-2, 7th Pay Commission)

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1.      Visit official website: https://sssb.punjab.gov.in

2.      Click on “Apply Online”

3.      Register using email ID

4.      Login using generated credentials

5.      Fill personal and educational details

6.      Upload photo & signature

7.      Upload required documents

8.      Pay application fee online

9.      Submit form

10. Take printout for future use


Documents Required

  • Passport size photo
  • Signature
  • 10th Certificate (Punjabi proof)
  • Educational Certificates
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Other relevant documents

Important Instructions / Terms & Conditions

  • Apply only through online mode
  • Category cannot be changed after submission
  • Only Punjab residents eligible for reservation
  • Incomplete forms will be rejected
  • No TA/DA for tests
  • Regularly check official website for updates
  • Disabled candidates not eligible for these posts
  • Fee once paid is non-refundable

Total Number of Vacancies (Post-wise)

Posts

Vacancies

Warder

475

Matron

57



 

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FAQ's

Q1. What is the name of the recruiting organization?
Ans. Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab.

Q2. What is the minimum educational qualification?
Ans. 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board.

Q3. Is Punjabi language required?
Ans. Yes, Punjabi must be compulsory/elective subject or equivalent.

Q4. Where is the board located?
Ans. Forest Complex, Sector-68, SAS Nagar.

Q5. What are the post names?
Ans. Warder and Matron.

Q6. How many total vacancies are available?
Ans. 532 posts.

Q7. What is the selection process?
Ans. Written Test, PMT, PET, and Document Verification.

Q8. What happens after PMT/PET?
Ans. Document verification (counselling).

Q9. Who can apply for Warder post?
Ans. Only male candidates.

Q10. Who can apply for Matron post?
Ans. Only female candidates. 

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