PSSSB Warder & Matron Exam Date 2026 Out for 532 Posts | Punjab Jail Warder Exam Notice
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has officially released the exam notice for Warder and Matron Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 08/2026. Candidates who applied for these Punjab Govt Jobs can now check the examination schedule, selection process, vacancy distribution, and other important details from the official notice.
📄 Exam Overview
PSSSB Warder and Matron Recruitment 2026 is being conducted for 532 vacancies in Punjab Jail Department. The recruitment includes 475 Warder (Male) posts and 57 Matron (Female) posts. The written examination has now been scheduled for 26 July 2026. Applicants should regularly monitor the official website for admit card updates and further instructions.
| Recruiting Body | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 08/2026 |
| Post Name | Warder & Matron |
| Total Vacancies | 532 |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Category | Exam Notice |
| Official Website | https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/ |
📅 Exam Date Details
| Short Notice Released | 28 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Full Notification | 01 April 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Re-Open Window | 30 April to 05 May 2026 |
| Correction Window | 09 May to 12 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Available Soon |
🤝 Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive includes both male and female vacancies under different reservation categories.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Warder (Male) | 475 | 12th Pass + Punjabi in Matric |
| Matron (Female) | 57 | 12th Pass + Punjabi in Matric |
| Total | 532 | - |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | 12th Class Passed from a recognized board and Punjabi as a subject in Matriculation. |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 Years (As on 01 January 2026) |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per Punjab Government rules. |
🎯 Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed further.
- Written Examination
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
📌 Important Instructions
- The written examination is scheduled for 26 July 2026.
- Admit cards will be released separately on the official website.
- Carry a valid photo ID along with the admit card on exam day.
- Verify examination centre details carefully after admit card release.
- Follow all instructions mentioned in the official exam notice.
📄 Documents Required
- 10th Marksheet
- 12th Marksheet
- Punjabi Qualification Certificate
- Category Certificate (If Applicable)
- Photo ID Proof
- Passport Size Photograph
- Application Form Printout
🔗 Important Links
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