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PSSSB Jail Warder & Matron Recruitment 2026

Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 08 of 2026 for recruitment of Jail Warder (Male) and Matron (Female) posts under Punjab Jail Department. A total of 532 vacancies have been announced. The online application process starts from 1 April 2026 and the last date to apply is 21 April 2026. Interested candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying.

Main Information
OrganisationPunjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB)
Post NameJail Warder (Male) & Matron (Female)
Total Vacancy532
Starting Date of Application1 April 2026
Ending Date of Application21 April 2026
Age Limit18–27 Years
Eligibility / Education Qualification
Educational Qualification10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.
Language RequirementPunjabi must be passed at Matriculation level.
Physical Standards (Warder)Height: 5 ft 7 in (General), 5 ft 4.5 in (Dogras & Gurkhas); Chest: 33–34.5 inches; Vision: Normal
Physical Standards (Matron)Height: 5 ft 3 in; Weight: Minimum 50 kg; Vision: Normal
Physical Efficiency TestIncludes running, shot put, rope climbing with different standards for male/female and ex-servicemen
Exam Pattern
Written ExaminationObjective type (MCQ) test
Part APunjabi Language (Qualifying, minimum 50%)
Part BMerit-based paper with negative marking
Negative Marking0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Merit BasisBased only on Part B marks
Next StageQualified candidates called for PMT & PET
Vacancy Details
PostVacancy
Warder (Male)475
Matron (Female)57
Total532
Selection Procedure
Stage 1Written Examination (MCQ Based)
Stage 2Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Stage 3Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Stage 4Document Verification / Counselling
Final SelectionBased on merit list and eligibility verification
Salary Structure
Pay LevelPay Scale
Level 2₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Application Fees
General / Freedom Fighter / Sports₹1000
SC / BC / EWS₹250
Ex-Servicemen & Dependents₹200
Important Links
Official Notification Click Here
Official Website Click Here
Apply Online Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the starting date to apply for PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2026? Starting date is 1 April 2026.
What is the last date to apply? Last date is 21 April 2026.
What is the eligibility? 10+2 qualification with Punjabi subject.
What is the age limit? Minimum 18 years and maximum 27 years (with relaxation).
How many vacancies are available? Total 532 vacancies
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