PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024, Apply Online

PSSSB Recruitment 2024 Introduction

Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has announced notification for the post of Jail Warder and Jail Matron 2024. This post regarding Jail warder recruitment 2024 Punjab will provide you every details of Notification, Vacancy Details, Exam Pattern, Important dates etc.


Jail warder recruitment 2024 Punjab Notification

The official notification for the PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 has been released on the official PSSSB website.

The important dates for applying for the said post is as mentioned below-

EventDate
Notification Release Date26th July 2024
Start Date for applying29th July 2024
End Date for applying20th August 2024
Last Date for Fee Payment23rd August 2024

PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 Vacancy

The PSSSB has announced a total of 179 vacancies for the Jail Warder and Matron posts. The category wise details of the vacancies is as mentioned below:-

CategoryJail Warder (Male)Matron (Female)
General753
Economic Weaker Section170
Scheduled Caste (M&B)181
Scheduled Caste (R&O)170
Backward Class180
Ex-Serviceman (General)130
Ex-Serviceman (SC-M&B)40
Ex-Serviceman (SC-R&O)30
Ex-Serviceman (BC)30
Sports (General)30
Sports (SC-M&B)10
Sports (SC-R&O)10
Freedom Fighter20
Total1754

PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 Exam Date

The exact exam dates for the PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 have not been announced yet. Candidates are advised to regularly check the PSSSB official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/ for updates regarding the exam schedule.


PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility condition for the post of Jail Warder and Matron is as mentioned below-

Educational Qualification:

  • Jail Warder (Male):
    • Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
    • Must have studied Punjabi up to Matric.
  • Matron (Female):
    • Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
    • Must have studied Punjabi up to Matric

Physical Standards:

  • Jail Warder (Male):
    • Minimum Height: 5 feet 7 inches (5 feet 4.5 inches for Dogras and Gurkhas)
    • Chest: 33 inches unexpanded, 34.5 inches expanded
    • Vision: Normal in both eyes (with or without spectacles), not color blind
  • Matron (Female):
    • Minimum Height: 5 feet 3 inches
    • Weight: 50 kg and above
    • Vision: Normal in both eyes (with or without spectacles), not color blind

Physical Efficiency Test (PET):

TestMale CandidatesFemale Candidates
100 Meters Run15 seconds (only one chance)18.5 seconds (only one chance)
Shot Put5.50 meters (16 pounds, three chances)4.00 meters (12 pounds, three chances)
Rope Climbing15 feet (three chances)12 feet (three chances)

PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 Application Fee

Candidates applying for the PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 are required to pay an application fees as per the details mentioned below-

CategoryApplication Fee
General1000
SC/ST/BC250
Ex-Servicemen200
Economically Weaker Section250

PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 Exam Pattern

The exam pattern for the PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 consists of two papers

PAPER- A

Punjabi Qualifying – All the candidates who will secure 50% marks in the Punjabi Qualifying exam, only their PAPER -B will be evaluated.

PAPER- B

The paper B will be of 120 marks and will cover topic General Knowledge, Quantitative ability, Reasoning Ability, Information Technology, Language English/Punjabi, Basic Law and Constitution. The merit list will be calculated as per the marks secured by the candidates in Paper B.


Punjab Police Jail Warder Salary

During the probation period of three years all the candidates will be paid only basic pay with any allowances and benefits. The salary for the Jail Warder and Matron positions is set as per the norms of the Punjab Government.

PositionPay Scale
Jail Warder19900/-
Matron19900/-

Punjab jail warder syllabus

The syllabus for the PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 covers various subjects to test the comprehensive abilities of the candidates. Here’s an outline of the syllabus:

SubjectWeightage
General Knowledge20 Marks
Quantitative ability15 Marks
Reasoning Ability
15 Marks
Information Technology
25 Marks
Language English/Punjabi30 Marks
Basic Law and Constitution
15 Marks

The detailed subject wise and topic wise syllabus for Punjab jail warder as per the below link


Jail warder recruitment 2021

Earlier the Jail Warder and Matron exam was conducted by the PSSSB in the year 2021. The detailed notification of that recruitment is as per the link mentioned below for the reference of the aspirants.

PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 Important Links

The important links related to the PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 is as below:-


PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024 FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the PSSSB Jail Warder Recruitment 2024?

A1: The last date to apply online is 20th August 2024 until 5 PM.

Q2: What is the minimum educational qualification required for the Jail Warder position?

A2: Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognized board and studied Punjabi up to Matriculation level.

Q3: Are there any physical standards required for the Jail Warder position?

A3: Yes, there are specific physical standards including minimum height and chest measurements for male candidates.

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