Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has invited online applications for direct recruitment to 532 posts of Warder (Male) and Matron (Female) in the Prisons Department, Government of Punjab on regular basis.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, category, reservation, and other criteria. The PSSSB Warder & Matron Posts Recruitment 2026 for 532 Vacancies Online Registration process starts from 01st April 2026 and closes on 21st April 2026.
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Post Name |
Warder (Male) & Matron (Female) |
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| Total Vacancies |
532 Posts |
| Age Limit |
18–27 years as on 01.01.2026 |
| Salary |
Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Minimum Qualification |
Matric with 12th Pass with Punjabi subject or equivalent |
| Application Fee |
₹1000 (Gen/FF/Sports) | ₹250 (SC/BC/EWS) | ₹200 (ESM/Dependent) |
| Selection Process |
Written Exam + PMT & PET + Medical Examination + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
Punjab (Prisons Department) |
| Last Date |
21 April 2026 |
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Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
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Warder (Male) |
475 |
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Matron (Female) |
57 |
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Post Name |
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) |
Educational Qualification |
Experience Required |
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Warder (Male) / Matron (Female) |
18 – 27 years (relaxation as per rules) |
10+2 or equivalent from any recognized Board with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects (or any other equivalent Punjabi language examination as specified by the Government) |
Nil |
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
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Written Examination
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PMT & PET Test
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Medical Examination
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Document Verification
- General / FF / Sports Person: ₹1000/-
- SC / BC / EWS: ₹250/-
- ESM / Dependent: ₹200/-
- Payment Method: Online Mode only.
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Date of Notification |
01 April 2026 |
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Commencement of Online Registration & Fee Payment |
01 April 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment |
21 April 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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PSSSB Warder & Matron Detailed Notification PDF |
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PSSSB Apply Online Link |
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Join RozgarDwaar Alert Channel |
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the PSSSB portal. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in and click on the Recruitment / Apply Online link.
➢ Step 2: Register using valid email and mobile number.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and category details.
➢ Step 4: Upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature, 10+2 certificate, Punjabi subject proof, and caste/category certificate (if applicable).
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
➢ Step 6: Take a printout of the system-generated application form for future reference.
532 posts (475 Warder Male + 57 Matron Female).
18–27 years as on 01.01.2026 (relaxation as per rules).
Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200).
Written Examination + PMT & PET Test + Medical Examination + Document Verification.
₹1000 (Gen/FF/Sports); ₹250 (SC/BC/EWS); ₹200 (ESM/Dependent).
Online Registration: 01 April 2026 to 21 April 2026.