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PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 Verified

Job Description


Name of the Post: PSSSB Warder and Matron Online Form 2026

Post Date: 01-04-2026

Total Vacancy: 532

Brief Information: The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has announced a notification for the recruitment of Warder and Matron Vacancy. Eligible Candidates who are interested in the vacancy details & completed all eligibility criteria can read the notification & Apply.

PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Notification Overview

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has officially released a recruitment notification for Warder and Matron. For all details regarding the recruitment process, eligibility, and application procedure, refer to the official notification. Eligible candidates can download it from the link below.

Application Fee

  • For Gen / EWS / Freedom Fighter / Sports Candidates: Rs 1000/-
  • For SC / BC / EWS Candidates: Rs 250/-
  • For Ex-Servicemen & Dependent: Rs 200/-

PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date: 28-03-2026
  • Starting Date for Apply Online: 01-04-2026
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 21-04-2026

PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

  • Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age limit: 27 Years
  • Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.

Qualification

  • Warder (Male Only): Candidates Should Possess 10+2 or equivalent examination of any recognized  Education Board with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or Elective subject or any other equivalent examination in Punjabi Language, as specified by the Government from time to time.
  • Matron (Female Only): Candidates Should passed 10+2 or equivalent examination of any recognized Education Board with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or Elective subject or any other equivalent examination in Punjabi Language, as specified by the Government from time to time. Only women can be recruited as Matron.

Salary

  • Rs 19900/- to Rs 63200/- (L-2)

PSSSB Warder and Matron Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Post Name

Total

Warder (Male Only)

475

Matron (Female Only)

57

PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

Warder (Male Only)

  • Height: 5 feet 7 inches (5 feet 4½ inches for Dogras & Gurkhas)
  • Chest: 33 inches (unexpanded) | 34½ inches (expanded)
  • Vision: Normal in both eyes (with or without spectacles). Must not be colour blind.

Matron (Female Only)

  • Height: 5 feet 3 inches
  • Weight: 50 kg and above
  • Vision: Normal in both eyes (with or without spectacles). Must not be colour blind.

PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

 

Warder (Male Candidates)

Sr. No.

Item

Eligible Time / Distance

1

100 Meters Run

15 Seconds (only one chance)

2

Shot Put (7.26 kg)

5.50 meters (Three chances)

3

Rope Climbing

15 feet (Three chances)

Warder (Ex-Servicemen Male)

Sr. No.

Item

Eligible Time / Distance

1

100 Meters Run

17.5 Seconds (only one chance)

2

Shot Put (7.26 kg)

5.00 meters (Three chances)

3

Rope Climbing

12 feet (Three chances)

Matron (Female Candidates)

Sr. No.

Item

Eligible Time / Distance

1

100 Meters Run

18.5 Seconds (only one chance)

2

Shot Put (5.443 kg)

4.0 meters (Three chances)

3

Rope Climbing

12 feet (Three chances)

Matron (Ex-Servicewomen)

Sr. No.

Item

Eligible Time / Distance

1

100 Meters Run

20.0 Seconds (only one chance)

2

Shot Put (5.443 kg)

3.5 meters (Three chances)

3

Rope Climbing

10 feet (Three chances)

Note: Candidates must also possess knowledge of Punjabi language (Matriculation level or equivalent) as per Punjab Civil Services Rules, 1994.

Selection Process

Written Examination (Objective Type MCQ)

  • Two parts: Part-A (Punjabi Language – Qualifying only, minimum 50% marks required)
  • Part-B (Main paper – Merit will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Part-B only)
  • Negative marking of ¼ mark for every wrong answer.

Merit List

  • Prepared only on the basis of Part-B marks.
  • In case of tie: Date of Birth (older candidate preferred) → Higher percentage in educational qualification → Matriculation marks.

Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

  • Only candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for PMT & PET (in order of merit and category-wise vacancies).

Document Verification / Counseling

  • Original documents and certificates will be verified.
  • Final selection is subject to verification and medical fitness.

Important: Qualifying PMT/PET does not guarantee appointment. Final appointment depends on document verification and merit.

 

 

 

 

Interested Candidate Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online

 

Job Summary

  • Post Date

    Nov 18, 2025

  • Total Vacancy

    532

  • Starting Date to Apply

    Apr 1, 2026

  • Last Date to Apply

    Apr 21, 2026

  • Notification Link

  • Official Website Link

  • Application Fee For Gen / EWS / Freedom Fighter / Sports

    Rs.1000

  • Application Fee For SC / BC / EWS

    Rs.250

  • Application Fee For Ex-Servicemen & Dependent

    Rs.200

  • Portal Fee

    Rs.59 ( 50 Fee + 18% GST )

  • Gateway Fee

    2% on total amount

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