The Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the exam date for the Jail Warder and Matron Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 08/2026). As per the official schedule, the written examination will be held on 26 July 2026 across multiple exam centres in Punjab. This recruitment covers a total of 532 posts. Candidates who applied should check the full schedule, admit card details, and exam-day requirements below.
PSSSB Jail Warder Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
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| 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 |
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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)
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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
