Welcome to Sarkari Naukri. The official notification for PSSSB Jail Warder Exam Date 2026 (Out) has been announced. Below you will find comprehensive coverage of the eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy details, and direct official application channels.
PSSSB Jail Warder Exam Date 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Post Name | Jail Warder & Matron |
| Advertisement No. | 08/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 532 (Warder: 475, Matron: 57) |
| Written Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (MCQ-based) |
| Official Website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
PSSSB Jail Warder Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 28 March 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release | 01 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 May 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
Candidates should keep checking the official website regularly, as the exact admit card release date has not been officially confirmed yet.
PSSSB Jail Warder & Matron Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 532 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Jail Warder (Male) | 475 |
| Matron (Female) | 57 |
| Total | 532 |
Category-wise Vacancy – Jail Warder (Male): 475 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 203 |
| SC (M&B) | 48 |
| SC (R&O) | 48 |
| BC | 48 |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 34 |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC M&B) | 10 |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC R&O) | 9 |
| Ex-Servicemen (BC) | 9 |
| Sports (General) | 10 |
| Sports (SC M&B) | 2 |
| Sports (SC R&O) | 2 |
| Freedom Fighter | 5 |
| EWS | 47 |
| Total | 475 |
Category-wise Vacancy – Matron (Female): 57 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 26 |
| SC (M&B) | 6 |
| SC (R&O) | 5 |
| BC | 5 |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 4 |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC M&B) | 1 |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC R&O) | 1 |
| Ex-Servicemen (BC) | 1 |
| Sports (General) | 2 |
| Sports (SC M&B) | 1 |
| EWS | 5 |
PSSSB Jail Warder Exam Pattern 2026
The written exam is conducted offline in MCQ format. Paper I carries 120 marks with a duration of 100 minutes, and 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
Paper I
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness and Basic Law & Constitution | 35 | 35 |
| Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Skills | 15 | 15 |
| Mental Ability and Logical Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Language Test (English and Punjabi) | 30 | 30 |
| Digital Literacy and Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Paper II (Qualifying)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandatory Qualifying Paper of Punjabi Language | 50 | 50 | 60 Minutes |
PSSSB Jail Warder PMT and PET Standards
Jail Warder (Male) – Physical Measurement Test
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 5 ft 7 in (5 ft 4.5 in for Dogras and Gurkhas) |
| Chest | Unexpanded: 33 in; Expanded: 34.5 in |
| Vision | Normal vision in both eyes (with/without spectacles); not colour blind |
Jail Warder (Male) – Physical Efficiency Test
| Event | General Candidates | Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|
| 100 Meters Run | Within 15 seconds (one chance) | Within 17.5 seconds (one chance) |
| Shot Put (7.26 kg) | Minimum 5.50 m (three chances) | Minimum 5.00 m (three chances) |
| Rope Climbing | Minimum 15 feet (three chances) | Minimum 12 feet (three chances) |
Matron – Physical Measurement Test
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 5 ft 3 in |
| Weight | Minimum 50 kg |
Matron – Physical Efficiency Test
| Event | General Candidates | Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|
| 100 Meters Run | Within 18.5 seconds (one chance) | Within 20.0 seconds (one chance) |
| Shot Put (5.443 kg) | Minimum 4.00 m (three chances) | Minimum 3.5 m (three chances) |
| Rope Climbing | Minimum 12 feet (three chances) | Minimum 10 feet (three chances) |
Documents Required for PSSSB Jail Warder Exam
- 10th marksheet (date of birth proof)
- 12th marksheet (educational qualification proof)
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC, if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Punjab domicile certificate
- Punjabi language proof (matric certificate showing Punjabi as a subject)
- Experience certificate (if required for a specific category)
Important Instructions for PSSSB Jail Warder Exam Day
- Download and carry the admit card once it is released on sssb.punjab.gov.in (Not Available Officially yet).
- Carry a valid original photo ID along with the admit card.
- Reach the allotted exam centre well before the reporting time.
- Exact reporting time and centre details will be mentioned on the admit card Not Available Officially at this stage.
Important Links
- Official Website: sssb.punjab.gov.in
- Official notification PDF: Check Official
