Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board — Jails Department, Punjab
The Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board has issued an official recruitment notification for Jail Warder and Matron, announcing a total of 532 vacancies located in Punjab. The online application window opens on 01 April 2026 and closes on 05 May 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold 10th/12th Pass or equivalent with knowledge of Punjabi language. and be within the prescribed age limit of As per PSSSB recruitment rules defined in the official notification., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per Punjab Government pay scale norms.. The selection procedure comprises Written Examination (MCQ based) followed by Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Exam Date | 26 Jul 2026 |
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The Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) has officially scheduled the written examination for the Jail Warder and Matron recruitment (Advt. No. 08/2026). The offline, MCQ-based exam is set to be conducted on 26 July 2026 across various designated centers in Punjab. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 532 vacancies.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Jail Warder (Male) | 475 |
| Matron (Female) | 57 |
| Total | 532 |
The selection process includes a written exam with two papers. Paper I is the primary merit-based test, while Paper II is a mandatory qualifying exam in the Punjabi language.
| Subject (Paper I) | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness, Law & Constitution | 35 | 35 |
| Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Skills | 15 | 15 |
| Mental Ability & Logical Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Language Test (English & Punjabi) | 30 | 30 |
| Digital Literacy | 25 | 25 |
Note: Paper I carries a negative marking of 0.25 for every incorrect answer. Paper II (Punjabi) consists of 50 marks and must be cleared to qualify for the next stage.
Candidates must meet the specific physical requirements for their respective categories, including height, chest (for males), and weight (for females). The physical efficiency test includes running, shot put, and rope climbing, with specific benchmarks based on gender and whether the candidate is a general applicant or an ex-serviceman.
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